Give the Drummer Some
by Travis Barker
Metascore
64

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. DJ Booth
    Aug 4, 2011
    70
    Whatever, the point is that instead of snare hits and cymbal crashes Barker's real contribution came from behind the boards--he's got a production credit on every one of the album's tracks. By the same token he's often paired with other producers, and when it works, like on the RZA influenced Carry It, it really works. Unfortunately, when it doesn't work, it really doesn't.
  2. RapReviews.com
    Mar 22, 2011
    70
    There are a few missteps (some songs that didn't quite click, a few beats that aren't quite up to par) and this album might not make too many year-end lists. But it's an album made with passion, spirit and a hunger to impress--something that's been missing in much of this corporate rap era.
  3. Rock Sound
    Mar 21, 2011
    70
    Being such an influential rock drummer, it's hard not to approach this expecting more of a crossover sound, but treat Travis Barker's debut like an eclectic hip-hop record and it won't disappoint.
  5. HipHopDX
    Mar 18, 2011
    70
    Give the Drummer Some finally officially opens the door for Barker to enter to world of Hip Hop he's always said he wanted to walk through.
  6. Entertainment Weekly
    Mar 18, 2011
    75
    The blink-182 skinsman's rap-metal solo debut impressively showcases his ferocious drumming--and the talents of his many guests. [25 Mar 2011, p.79]
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6.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. NJR
    Mar 16, 2011
    7
    Hmmm, this was an odd one. Enjoyed it for the most part, some tracks were brilliant such as the Lupe Fiasco collab but others were dreadfulHmmm, this was an odd one. Enjoyed it for the most part, some tracks were brilliant such as the Lupe Fiasco collab but others were dreadful such as the RZA/Raekwon collab. It felt too much like a compilation album to really get a feel for it, I came away happy that I had listened to it but not too motivated to go back for seconds. 7/10.… Full Review »
  2. RonaldOVOXO
    Feb 24, 2012
    5
    This album has some good songs with features of Slaughterhouse, Rick Ross, Yelawolf, Tech N9ne & Pharrell. But the other guests didnt deliverThis album has some good songs with features of Slaughterhouse, Rick Ross, Yelawolf, Tech N9ne & Pharrell. But the other guests didnt deliver as much as i wanted them too. I love Travis Barker & Blink-182 i have all there albums. But most of the guests didnt deliver to give this album alot of potential. But Travis drumming is through the roof and its massive of how his drumming is… Full Review »
  3. okin33
    Mar 21, 2011
    8
    This record had a very good chance of being above par by the phenomenal lineup of featuring artists alone. The numerous different styles fromThis record had a very good chance of being above par by the phenomenal lineup of featuring artists alone. The numerous different styles from the guest artists can make the album seem a bit choppy for those who are unfamiliar with or dislike some the guests. But, Barker's excellent producing and percussion pulls the record together nicely. It is refreshing to hear the beats and percussion for hip hop tracks almost exclusively produced by a live drum kit, especially one wielded with such clean mastery as Barker showcases.… Full Review »
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