This reissue of Group Du Jour's 1988 release (there have been two CD's since) includes some background material and lyrics in CD-r format, which is helpful in appreciating this material. The songs deal with totalitarianism (they're against it), bringing to mind 801's earlier release Listen Now. The composition is fluid, the playing skilled and precise, and the vocals haunting. The guitar, which reminded other reviewers of Bill Nelson, brings to my mind Steve Hillage. The percussion has a mesmerizing quality. This is good. What's lacking is variety. From the beginning a drone sets in, which rarely lets up. There are some remarkable instrumental moments, (especially Bo Parker's bells and Daniel Crommie's flute), but the band inevitably retreats to said drone. If Group Du Jour enters into more diverse territory on newer releases, they will open many minds and ears. On Waiting for the Sky to Fall, they remain a one-trick pony. It's a very compelling trick, but it's still just the one.
- Diana Green Progression Magazine Spring/Summer 2003