"As an intriguing piece of music history, the new Soft Bulletin Companion release is worth owning. For fans, it will be a fun listen, as the group's signature air of psychedelic madness and melodic mysticism still permeates the album. Beneath it all, however, one will ultimately find an honest portrait of a hardworking, unbelievably talented and imaginative band on the cusp of momentous success, soon to perform in large plastic balls, rolling atop crowds of adoring fans".