"There is something almost nostalgic about Day Out of Time in its wistfulness, referring us to that feeling of being off-course, off-kilter, maybe a day late, possibly a day early. But it is also about making your own way, with lovely brass tugging at the melody, reminding us what this has all been about. Details like this help to amplify McCarthy's vision - a beautiful, assured vision that sees her becoming the "protector" of her own path, just as it should be".