Critical Reaction

"American Idiot knows no limits -- it's a global knockout. Blows your mind while it blows the roof off. Looking for a groundbreaking musical event? You just found it." -Rolling Stone

"Invigorating, moving and thrilling! A true rock opera." -The New York Times

"kinetically entertaining in a way that intentionally reflects the shallow, media-saturated culture the album rails against." -LA Times