"Luckily, the gem of 'Church of White' is a sister to 'Grounded' from 'Wowee Zowee', magical in their slow and majestic progression."

 "The Pavement were more than the sum of their parts, and here there’s only one part, albeit the main author."

Stephen Malkmus's first solo album is considered mediocre compared to his work with Pavement. While some songs are unremarkable fillers, "Church of White" stands out as a highlight. The album leans heavily on Malkmus's characteristic style but lacks the collective spark of Pavement. Overall, it's better than many contemporary albums but falls short of his band's legacy. Discover the highs and lows of Stephen Malkmus’s solo debut — listen now and decide if it matches Pavement’s legacy!