As If To Nothing

Renowned for his work as a film composer, with scores including, Moulin Rouge and Romeo & Juliet, 'As If To Nothing' is Craig Armstrong's second full album. Teaming up with various artists including, Bono and The Edge, Mogwai, and David McAlmont, Armstrong adds a new dimension to his distinctive orchestral style. The single 'Wake Up In New York', with Evan Dando, is also included.

Rolling Stone (5/23/02, p.84)
- 3.5 out of 5 stars - "...It's hard to resist Armstrong's reckless lifelong infatuation with mood."

Q (4/02, p.108)
- 4 out of 5 stars - "...Rich, classy, orchestral backdrops with significant cameos..."

NME (4/27/02, p.29)
- 6 out of 10 - "Craig Armstrong does orchestral swoosh arrangement...and makes songs without tunes sound exciting..."

Entertainment Weekly (4/19/02, p.72)
- "...[Armstrong's] second non-soundtrack LP is a swirling blend of orchestral themes, electronic beats, vocals...and samples...the modern symphony reimagined as a mix tape..." - Rating: B+

Alternative Press (June 2002, p.71)
- 8 out of 10 - "...Held together nicely by Armstrong's expertly scored strings and a generally tranquil tone..."

Mojo (5/02, p.97)
- "...Armstrong takes the Massive approach to celebrity guests, utilising them in imaginative ways to avoiod the pitfalls of self-parody..."

Magnet (6-7/02, p.76)
- "...It's clear he's an expert collaborator..."