“You Can Count On Them To Debunk The Emperor!! Music Masters: Russell and Ron Mael”. (August 31, 2003) by Randy Lewis The Los Angeles Times now joins the long list of major journals to praise Sparks Lil’ Beethoven album in the Sunday Times Calendar section of Aug. 31,2003. Times’ writer Randy Lewis states, “The ever-subversive Mael brothers are back with nothing less than a state of the pop-union address. And this isn’t the pep talk of a contented incumbent, but a canny indictment from an opposition that’s anything but loyal.” The article goes on to praise the album’s “lofty ambition and masterful execution…which are all too rare these days.) with skills honed over Sparks’ 31-year recording career.” Thanks to Randy Lewis at the Times for this great top rated 4 star review!! (We will soon make available the link for the entire review – unfortunately it is currently not accessible on the LA Times site)