The Panics' phenominal new album Cruel Guards debuted at #18 on the ARIA Chart this week, while becoming a critic's favourite.

But don't take our word for it - here's a selection of our favourite review quotes:

"The Panics have an impressive back catalogue well worth investigating, but for their best, most cohesive work, look no further than this record. ****"
Rolling Stone

"Every track on Cruel Guards is gorgeous and to pick out some tracks over others would be to deny the brilliance of this album. ****1/2"
The Brag

"The Panics have pulled back some of their trademark glistening layers to reveal the strongest elements of each song, whether they be a string melody or Laffer's lyrics...Brimming with confidence and backed by a formidable label in Dew Process, The Panics could be the home-grown success story of 2007 They certainly deserve to be. ****1/2"
The West Australian

"Indeed - the opener is a real statement of intent for what follows - ambitious in its arrangement and delivered with a dirty country swagger."
Drum Media

"This is some of the most graceful Australian rock this side of Augie March. ****"
Rave

"An irresistible sunny groove, horn section and big singalong chorus - what's not to love?"
The Daily Telegraph

Don't forget, the album is currently available as a very limited edition deluxe set, complete with a bonus disc of covers. Stocks are almost sold out so hurry, hurry, hurry!