4 on its list of "10 Key Albums for the Gothic Scene", calling it a work that had shattered outdated ideas of rock music. Music author Dave Thompson described it as "one of the most courageous albums of the age."
A list of 10 key albums for the Gothic scene included this album, which was lauded as a revolutionary work that shattered preconceived notions about rock music.  Music writer Dave Thompson deemed it one of the most daring albums of its time.