Pitchfork approves of the new Hives single: http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/wearetheworld/04-07-16.shtml
I've only spun the new record a couple times so far, but my first impression is definitely positive. The production from PMA Gunnerfeldt is undoubtedly first rate. But don't just listen to me - listen for yourself. MTVe has the entire album up for streaming: http://www.nordic.mtve.com/features/cms/index.asp?id=1006000000000279&type=1&page=1