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Universal acclaim- based on 838 Ratings
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SimonNMay 6, 2004BUY. IT. NOW. Forget that questionable album of 2003 "Speakerboxxx/Love Below" (come on, now, what band in their right mind releases a song with the chorus "Lean a little bit closer/See, Roses really smell like poo poo poo-ooo"?). Get this Madvillain masterpiece. Jaw-droppingly brillaint - its everything you want it to be.
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jetblackAug 1, 2004Best HipHop Album of 2004.......
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BillFMar 30, 2004Best hip hop album of 2004. MF Doom is unstoppable.
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SHarrisApr 4, 2004Best Hip-Hop Album of 2004...Madlib's creative - dirty, innovative, yet soulful - productions is the perfect complement over MF Doom's calm, yet stylish voice. Furthermore, the dare to bend the rules, not making your very standard hip-hop song (verse and a course) to produce a story element that keeps the listener at the edge of their seat. Most def an "eargasm."
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JonHJun 30, 2004Shockingly Genius Recording, nothing will beat this for this year unless some kind of revelation comes around.
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SteKFeb 2, 2005Genius. Anyone who doesn't rate this album highly needs to re-assess the way they evaluate pretty much everything. Or they could just turn off MTV.
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SeppMMar 12, 2007an unbelievable album!!!
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DavidROct 22, 2004Incredible blend of beats, rythm and dissonance. Worthy of non Hip Hop merits. Also dig on Quasimoto if you like this album.
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AlanRDec 9, 2004Madlib is our generation's Miles Davis and MF Doom is a grower. You need a degree of patience for this one. After that, it's magic.
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JKMar 30, 2004Probably the best hip-hop album in quite some time. This is truly a modern classic.
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[Anonymous]Apr 18, 2004ground-breaking
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D-RodJan 14, 200510!!! If you dont agree that this albums a classic, you havent been listening to it long enough. Give it more than two spins and youll be hooked. This album marries classic Madlib production and the always witty genius that is Metal Face Doom. The best album by both so far in their dynamic careers is, for me, the best ALBUM of the year.
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MichaelNJan 17, 2005This album is a stroke of GENIUS. If you are a hardcore Hip Hop head by this album. A combination of hard underground beats by MADLIB and slick lyrical flow by MF DOOM made this album 2004's best buy. Hip Hop Classic.
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MattHOct 7, 2005Whoever posted anonymous was talking about Bloc Party's album, which i gave a 7.5 too heh. This however, is one of my favorite rap albums of all time.
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SamiKFeb 11, 2005Best album of 2004
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mattaMay 27, 2005Wow, I know that it's bold of me, but this is seriously the best Rap album that I have ever heard. Madvillainy is not just proof that MF Doom and Madlib are two of the most talented figures in rap today, but that they need to collaborate again. Totally original and groundbeaking in every way.
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IllyaZMay 30, 2005One of the best rap/hip-hop albums of all time!
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BenSJul 7, 2005I can't call it the greatest rap album of all time, because I haven't heard them ALL but that said, my favorite rap album of all time.
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KevinLJun 26, 2006Wow...this is freaking dope...man this ...is the bomb...I reccomend this to all hip hop and underground rap fans.
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JamieMAug 15, 2006An exceptional album...MF DOOM proves he is among the greatest rappers ever.....
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MichaelCSep 1, 2006It's one of the few albums that I can listen to over and over and over again, every track flows so flawlessy, and are instantly catchy, but there are plenty of hidden tresures in some of these songs, that you start to notice on about the 10th listen. A Classic no doubt, almost as good as The Unseen.
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JBoneSep 15, 2006I don't give out tens easily. This album is a ten. Basically, if you are a fan of Madlib's disctinct production style, then this is a masterpiece you must check out. Immediately. Art meets entertainment in a most equisite package/
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MFDOOMMFDOOMMar 22, 2007Gets more fresh and fresh after every listen.
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OzzieMApr 28, 2007Madvillain album Madvillainy is one of the greatest underground albums of all time period. IT ROCKS
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cathalf.Jan 24, 2009Awesome album, makes some of the most original hip hop albums look unoriginal!
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macbOct 6, 2009Incredible originality and flow - nothing else like it in this genre. Doom is the master of low-fi indie hip-hop and this collection is a 7-course meal of listening pleasure. If you've come here for pop rap or auto-tune, look elsewhere - you are not worthy.
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TJAug 9, 2009I've referred to this as my favorite album of all time in many, many occasions, and I still fully back that comment. Every single track is mindblowing.
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jfletchApr 15, 2004completely testicles
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sumwansumwanApr 15, 2004awesome. a flashing colalboration between mf doom & madlib isw the best hiphop album released in the 21st century. it is raising hell of our times
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AdamPApr 4, 2004Instant classic, this hasn't left my cd player since I bought it a week ago, and I think it'll keep within my reach for the rest of the year. The best work yet by Madlib as well as Doom.
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WillRJul 28, 2004A phenomenal hip-hop trip. Listening to this album is actually more like watching a really good film. The straits and peaks are perfectly balanced, and despite being incredibly eclectic and creative, Madvillain never lose their grass-roots hip-hop. It's a rocker.
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MHSep 22, 2004Rarely does an album come around like this.
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BigDMar 22, 2005Simply the best of 2004. And maybe 2005.
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DareAMar 28, 2005
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LiamLApr 1, 2005Best album ever
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BillyHNov 11, 2006Reading all the bad reviews here clearly shows that this album is for people with an love of hip hop and wider music in general. Some people drink Teachers, other choose a single malt.
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HansEOct 18, 2006This was the first rap album I ever owned and it has never gotten old. It puts me in a mood that no other cd possibly can. The review that Blender gives is so far off from what this cd is. Nothing punk-rock about it. Just fucking amazing
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FletcherBJan 5, 2006
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TimDMar 29, 2006this is the most inventive rap album EVER! if you dont like this your a piece of shAt! i wanna be listening to this when i die...
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AlexSApr 28, 2006Simply Head-Bangin, Mind Twangin, and Straight up Reignin at #1 With the world...
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TylerDMay 1, 2006This is what hip hop is supposed to be. Madlib and MF Doom? Are you kiddin me? Wow. All I can say is wow. As for Bubba Hick, well I think his name speaks for himself. He should show more respect for others opinions and go on listening to Journey or something.
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AndrewSJun 30, 2006"Got more soul than a sock with a hole" brilliant
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MikeCJul 8, 2006I bought this album on critical responce after I head a bunch of good things about Doom, this album is easlily my favorite hip hop album, which is odd because it's so current, but its badass, the beats are spectacular, the punk rock presentation is endearing, and the buttery smooth flow is bodacious, Every single hip hop fan needs to own this album as a reference point to greatness.
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proj10Aug 28, 2006dopeness at it's maximum
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Blak000KDec 10, 2007A classic album. This is one of my favorite hip-hop albums of all time. The CD is filled with great songs, and even greater beats. Doom can sound like he's rambling (as he often does), but his songs usually have a profound (or at least meaningful) message. If you're into jazzy style hip-hop, then this CD might be worth looking into.
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NikolaiRMay 9, 2007WOW. this is weird yet entertaining
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MarcianoPMay 9, 2007I love this
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JimmyC.Jul 15, 2007God, there are so many white people on this forum.
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JOHNW.Jul 16, 2007BRILLIANT.
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LukasJan 17, 2008Utterly unique, thick bass lines, fantastic jazz samples and the greatest rapper of all time to boot, any of you fools that gave this a bad review have no taste and are the reason most hip hop is crap nowadays.
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KrishBJan 25, 2008DOOM + MADLIB = Greatest Combination EVER!!!
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DaroJul 17, 2008Pure genius.
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WesM.Sep 4, 2008I admit, this took a LOT of listens for me to get into, and I only finally got into after listening to the excellent Mouse and the Mask -- reinvigorated my interest in hip-hop -- highly recommended!
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JoseGNov 7, 2004This is the best album since never....This is on another level. You can't rate it along with any other album. Simply BRILLIANT!!!!
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DrewWDec 19, 2004It took some time to love, and now I can't stop listening. The lyrics are good , but the samples are genius.
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ShabarODec 22, 2004Not only a perfect note it should be a blue note. That is what I call jazz!
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DJMaydayDec 23, 2004
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timdMar 26, 2004Like all great pop art this album is familiar and decidedly alien. Engaging and oddly distant. MF Doom and Madlib are the best thing happening in underground hip hop, undercutting El-P and his Def Jukies on the grounds of inovative music by altering musical preconceptions as well as contexual ones. Perhaps more hip hop should keep it sureal.
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VinceHMay 21, 2004I have to admit I didn't like this album at first. I liked it, I just didn't LOVE it like other people did. Now it's one of my favorite CD's in my collection. It grows on you with repeated listenings so definitely spin it a few times to really get it. A complex, sprawling work that if there is any justice in the world will get nominated for some type of award.
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DanielBSep 19, 2004Wow...so rarely see this kind of invention in such a tired usher world. Sick.
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GinaMNov 17, 2005i really think this is such an amazing album. the sampling along with the wild rapping is excellently done, and just because all of MF Doom's lyrics don't always make sense it TOTALLY works on this album, it's almost more intelligent. i would definitely recommend this album to anyone.
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rodramDec 28, 2005brilliant super genius, nvr get bored of this after years..
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JoeyBJan 23, 2005My first exposure to MF Doom has blown me away. I didn't know what to say to what I was listening to as it came through the speakers, but I could only stutter and blink in awe. What a great album.
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DanHJul 31, 2006Great album. But to anyone who disses Doom as an MC: name one rapper out today with a more unique style. You can't. And Madlibs beats are cool, perfect for Doom's style.
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TericDNov 29, 2006This is a an independent classic for ages to come! I was not a common Doom fan until I listened to this CD. Madlib is one of the best underground producers of all times. This was a big breath of fresh air to Hip Hop!
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Oct 1, 2010This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Jan 24, 2011
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Oct 29, 2011One of the BEST hip-hop album of all time. I'm honored that I had the opportunity to listen and own this album. The album is genius! Madlib is a awesome producer and MF Doom, is an amazing rapper (and also a producer). Because of this album, I'm a big fan of Madvillian. Can't wait for their next album together!
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Mar 1, 2011Probably the best hip-hop album i have heard in my entire life, make sure you listen to it from start to finish. Very original and heaps of clever lyrics and nice beats. Absolutely quality hip-hop.
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Apr 27, 2011
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Jul 19, 2011The best underground album of all-time. The entire album flows from beginning to end; a sequel is needed ASAP. No hooks because none are necessary when an MC as skilled as this handles the microphone
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Jan 18, 2014
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Nov 6, 2011A masterpiece. MF DOOM is one of the most talented rappers I have ever heard (and I've heard 100's of albums), and Madlib is one of the greatest and most diverse producers in the world. The combination of the two works extremely well, as the two have a very similar sound. This is a must for any hip hop fan to listen to.
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Jan 14, 2012a simply mind-blowing record... DOOM lays down his signature twisted lyricism and flow over equally warped and perfectly crafted beats from the one and only Madlib. simply put, this is a landmark hip hop record. must own for all underground rap fans
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Jul 13, 2012This is where true rap and hip-hop is. This is what most rap artists are missing. Originality. It has it's own independent style in the lyrically and production department. Perfection, literally...
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Mar 9, 2013this album might be great to you if you're into weird rap, but if you're a fan of all types of rap, this will just seem good, songs like all caps are gems
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Oct 24, 2013
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Dec 31, 2013This album is amazing. It's one of my favorite albums, and I am not even a big fan of hip hop. MF DOOM's imaginative rhymes and Madlib's excellent and lush production make this album one that absolutely needs to be in your collection.
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Jul 10, 2018Amazing album to beggining 'till the end. There's several textures in music's beats and consistent rymes that fit in the beat as an instrument.
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Apr 7, 2016This album is a n absolute masterpiece, by the far greatest hip hop album of all time. Nothing comes close not straight outta Compton, not enter the wu-tang and not even illmatic.
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Apr 12, 2017
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May 14, 2014excellent album, great production by madlib great flow by doom. the best abstract hip hop in my opinion.. track after track doom stays consistent, the skits on this thing fit in well this was a game changer back in 04
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Mar 21, 2015
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Mar 1, 2019Just an amazing album, nothing to complain about. MF DOOM's lyricism, Madlib's production, and the amazing samples make it an easy 10/10 for me.
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May 6, 2017Legitimately perfect. There are no filler tracks. No tracks that feel redundant. There's not a single piece of half-assed production on this album. MF DOOM's vocal delivery suits Madlib's production perfectly. Highlights on this album include 'Accordion', 'Fancy Clown', 'Meat Grinder', 'Figaro', and 'All Caps'. Listen to this. Now.
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Apr 11, 201510/10 ................................................................................................................................................
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Aug 21, 2017DOOM and Madlib came together to create something truly special. There's a reason this is one og the highest rated things ever released on this site. Few things I can say that haven't been said already, but please do yourself a favor and give it a listen. MADVILLAINY is fantastic.
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Apr 9, 2015
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Jul 18, 2015a very sophisticated piece of work by MF Doom and Madlib. both are very incredible producers. I love the chemistry between these two. the production is mind blowing and the lyrical dexterity that doom brings makes it even better. a classic album by two of hip hops kings. true hip hop at its finest.
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Mar 27, 2016
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Apr 20, 2016The scariest rhymer in the 2000's paired up with a trippy, unusual producer. A masterpiece that is to live for many years, which inspired many young rappers in the game.
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Feb 9, 2021It is quite simply one of the greatest rap albums of all time, no more needs to be said. RIP MF DOOM
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Dec 5, 2016Truly a masterpiece, clever usage of words, witty remarks and punchlines. This can be a fuel to write poetry that features the influences that Madvillainy gave to us.
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Apr 14, 2017´Top 5 rap albums ever. A real masterpiece. Brilliant production from Madlib and ofcourse mental rapping from the legendary mc MF DOOM. Best songs: All caps, Meat grinder, Figaro
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Jun 12, 2018The greatest underground hip hop of all time. Madlib and MF DOOM at their creative peak create one of the most influential and progressive hip hop records of the past 20 years.
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Jan 17, 2018Definitely one of the best rap albums in the 2000s,where lyrics are never outdated,and songs that will always be remembered as something groundbreaking.
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Nov 15, 2020As perfect as albums can get, pretty much. Out of 21 tracks (excluding the intro track), there are only 2 that I'm not a huge fan of: Do Not Fire and Operation Lifesaver, which aren't even bad. The production is as good as it gets and so is the rapping. What more can be said.
Awards & Rankings
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A dizzying synergy of heavy brains and chemistry, culminating in blissfully fun, irreverent, and engaging brand of record-making magic.
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MojoThe wily creativity on display here is astonishing. [Jun 2004, p.114]
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Not only does it capture the unstructured verse of a masked maniac within a sheer net of plausibility, it parades his inner dementia among instrumental adornments of the highest order.