"Ultimately, this record is full of the classic, anthemic hits that were to be expected from Macdonald, combined with the more thought-provoking theme of getting older and feeling unsure about how your life is going to work out. It works best when it's a microscopic look at humanity, exploring a story that speaks to the themes at large, rather than tackling the themes head-on. It can be hoped that in future work Macdonald is more introspective, as more tracks like The Hudson are sure to be fan favourites".