Backing away from the diversity of
OU812,
Van Halen turns in some of the most basic, straightforward rock & roll of the band's career on
For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge. At times,
FUCK recalls the sleek hard rock of
Hagar's early-'80s albums. The band is still tight and professional, and
Eddie's guitar work remains impressive. The anthemic "Right Now" stands out as the most memorable song of the batch. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine