I don't actually think that it is just music critics that like Throwing Copper starrynight. It could be its the listeners choice as well. I get the impression that you are biased when it comes to mainstream music and artist. Don't take my suggestion the wrong way, that's your preference. I just thought that always being open minded and honest is the best policy when listening to music. Not always being so critical. That's tends to take out all the fun and enjoyment of music for me personally anyway.
Even if I don't like a particular artist, band, or album. I try to focus on the positive points musically. I leave all that (negativity) to music elitist.