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  1. j30
    Sep 28, 2011
    9
    A very entertaining, inventive Hip-Hop album with no boundaries. Like nothing you've ever heard.
  2. Jul 10, 2018
    10
    Amazing 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.
  3. Aug 5, 2017
    9
    a masterpiece............................................................................................................................................................
  4. Jul 18, 2015
    10
    a 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.
  5. Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  6. Jun 20, 2015
    9
    Was this made in 2004? I have a hard time believing it was. With its structure, amount of tracks, the length of those tracks, and the excessive sampling (which is not a bad thing) I wouldn't even be able to believe that if this had come out in 2015, it did. What makes Madvillainy especially special is that although it feels futuristic, it takes you through a flashback of the 20th century.Was this made in 2004? I have a hard time believing it was. With its structure, amount of tracks, the length of those tracks, and the excessive sampling (which is not a bad thing) I wouldn't even be able to believe that if this had come out in 2015, it did. What makes Madvillainy especially special is that although it feels futuristic, it takes you through a flashback of the 20th century. Though the structure, tracks, and use of sampling make it feel futuristic, the samples that they used makes Madvillainy seem like it could have been made in any year from 1900 to 2100. The originality of Madvillainy is one of the things that make it a classic. The other main thing that makes it a classic is Madlib's fantastic production. The samples are all executed brilliantly and Madlib brings his own vibe to them, which I specifically love. "Accordion" made me start banging my head instantly, and the layered production of this album reminds me of the production on My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy by Kanye West. I'm pretty sure that Madlib influenced Kanye very greatly. And the final piece of the puzzle is DOOM's lyricism. DOOM always spits dope rhyme after dope rhyme, and although he should definitely try to be more energetic so he doesn't come off as a boring rapper, I still think that Madvillainy would have been incomplete without Doom. I liked every song on here, except two. "Rainbows" was very weird, and although it was not terrible, it still ended up being my least favorite on the album with Doom's singing and the incomplete production (only being a sample). I didn't care for "Eye" that much either, but it was more because of the fact that DOOM wasn't on it than because it was a bad song. Overall, Madvillainy is a classic because of its production, lyricism and originality. Grade: A. Highlights: "Accordion", "Raid", "America's Most Blunted", "All Caps". Worst song: "Rainbows" Expand
  7. Aug 9, 2016
    9
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  8. Apr 11, 2015
    10
    10/10 ................................................................................................................................................
  9. Feb 17, 2022
    9
    so p deixar no perfil so p deixar no perfil so p deixar no perfil so p deixar no perfil
  10. Oct 29, 2011
    10
    One 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!
  11. Aug 29, 2019
    8
    This album did something incredible. It made me like hip-hop. I hate the genre for its repetitiveness, its whiny ass vocalists and the usually terrible lyrics. But hell, I love a lot of this album.
    MF Doom certainly has a great voice, with an incredible flow. The other vocalists are quite nice also too, and I even like Quasimoto, even though he can get quite annoying.
    The beats are
    This album did something incredible. It made me like hip-hop. I hate the genre for its repetitiveness, its whiny ass vocalists and the usually terrible lyrics. But hell, I love a lot of this album.
    MF Doom certainly has a great voice, with an incredible flow. The other vocalists are quite nice also too, and I even like Quasimoto, even though he can get quite annoying.
    The beats are great, and I adored some like "Raid" or "Meat Grinder", and Madlib manages to make even some instrumentals interesting. The sampling is done well, although it can be overdone on some songs which are just samples ("Do Not Fire!" and "The Illest Villains"). I wish there was a bit more of a jazz influence because it's done well on songs like "Rainbows".
    At 22 tracks this album flows surprisingly well, and telling different tracks apart, which for me in hip-hop is hard, was incredibly easy. Some of the songs were kind of dull, though,
    And I'd be remiss to not mention the impeccable writing of DOOM, and looking at all the rhyming schemes he establishes in almost every song is just breathtaking, and he manages to pack in so many interesting stories into them as well.
    Overall, everyone can love this album if I can. It's very entertaining and holds some of the best songs I've heard in the entire genre. I expect this to grow on me as I see more of what this genre holds.
    Favourites: Meat Grinder, America's Most Blunted, All Caps, Raid
    Least Favourites: The Illest Villains, Do Not Fire!, Great Day
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  12. Mar 21, 2015
    10
    Madvillainy is one of the top five rap albums of all time, no question. Doom's wordplay is intimidatingly dense, and the album is almost entirely free of hooks. Madlib's producing is the best it's ever been and pulled from all kinds of different sources. Accordion, Meat Grinder, Raid, Curls, Shadows of Tomorrow, Figaro, Strange Ways, Fancy Clown, ALL CAPS, and Rhinestone Cowboy are allMadvillainy is one of the top five rap albums of all time, no question. Doom's wordplay is intimidatingly dense, and the album is almost entirely free of hooks. Madlib's producing is the best it's ever been and pulled from all kinds of different sources. Accordion, Meat Grinder, Raid, Curls, Shadows of Tomorrow, Figaro, Strange Ways, Fancy Clown, ALL CAPS, and Rhinestone Cowboy are all individually brilliant, but the whole album is a 46 minute long high point. Expand
  13. Jan 31, 2023
    9
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  14. Oct 24, 2013
    10
    I was going to write a review on the albums 10th anniversary, but I just couldn't wait. After almost 10 years, Madvillainy has etched itself in the history of underground hip hop and is truly a classic to hip hop listeners who appreciate very complex rhyme schemes and carefully put together production. MF DOOM (remember all caps) covers an incredibly large range of topics, and each of hisI was going to write a review on the albums 10th anniversary, but I just couldn't wait. After almost 10 years, Madvillainy has etched itself in the history of underground hip hop and is truly a classic to hip hop listeners who appreciate very complex rhyme schemes and carefully put together production. MF DOOM (remember all caps) covers an incredibly large range of topics, and each of his very clever verses are backed up perfectly by individually unique beats by Madlib. Even Madlib and his alter ego, 'Quasimoto' step in to help the Villain on the lyrics (see: America's Most Blunted, Shadows of Tomorrow). It's hard for me to put into words how great this album is, and writing a 'favourite tracks' list would be silly since this album is perfect to me, but I will name the songs that I think show both Madlib's and DOOM's skills at each their own position: Accordion, Meat Grinder, Curls, Figaro, Strange Ways, All Caps, Great Day, Rhinestone Cowboy. Expand
  15. Mar 9, 2013
    10
    this 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
  16. Jun 14, 2013
    9
    I don't even know why I'm bothering to review this, everyone should know by now how great this thing is, Seriously, I've yet to hear another hip-hop album as creative (while also being consistently catchy and crisp) quite like this one
  17. May 14, 2014
    10
    excellent 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
  18. Aug 17, 2022
    10
    Doom's rhymes and flow in this album are on a whole other level. Madlib's production is great too and matches these songs. I like the cartoony sketches and interludes here and there in the album, they give this album a lotta character.
  19. Aug 14, 2010
    10
    This is one of the greatest albums, rap/indie wise, possibly ever. Its so well built from instrumentals to lyrical this album is a classic in my opinion. Accordion is one of the best songs on the album and can be taken in to context as one of the best rap songs in the past ten years and possibly of all time. M.F. Doom and Madlib create such a masterpiece that it will have your mind blownThis is one of the greatest albums, rap/indie wise, possibly ever. Its so well built from instrumentals to lyrical this album is a classic in my opinion. Accordion is one of the best songs on the album and can be taken in to context as one of the best rap songs in the past ten years and possibly of all time. M.F. Doom and Madlib create such a masterpiece that it will have your mind blown away from the first minute to the last. Definite buy for any indie lover or rap lover. You will never be the same again after you listen to this work of art Expand
  20. Sep 8, 2012
    9
    Fantastic album which has stood the testament of almost a decade. MF Doom continues to release unprecedented rhymes over classic Madlib instrumentals. A true hip-hop classic.
  21. Feb 9, 2021
    10
    It is quite simply one of the greatest rap albums of all time, no more needs to be said. RIP MF DOOM
  22. Jan 19, 2021
    10
    Deserving of all the praise as it is easily one of the best hip hop albums of all time. DOOM and Madlib have incredible chemistry throughout the entirety of the album. DOOM delivers witty and intricate verse one after another and shows why he is truly a unique rapper. Madlib makes incredible beats; often sampling insanely obscure stuff such as commercials. While it can be criticized forDeserving of all the praise as it is easily one of the best hip hop albums of all time. DOOM and Madlib have incredible chemistry throughout the entirety of the album. DOOM delivers witty and intricate verse one after another and shows why he is truly a unique rapper. Madlib makes incredible beats; often sampling insanely obscure stuff such as commercials. While it can be criticized for not really having a song that is clearly better than the rest, this just further shows how great every song on this album is. Expand
  23. May 1, 2021
    9
    Doom is great on this one as always, Madlib is great like always as well. This is everything one should look for in a Hip-Hop record.
  24. Aug 31, 2021
    9
    In this villainous project, Madlib gives us out insane production with insanely good samples, melodies and drums, MF Doom does his usual, gives out verses with really good rhyme schemes, wordplay and not repetitive lyrics. A must listen,
  25. Jan 18, 2014
    10
    I can't believe it! Almost 10 years after this album came out, it's only recently that I finally get it! I was one of the people who was interested (in major part due to all the amazing reviews it was getting) but didn't "get it". I tried, but for whatever reason it never clicked w me. Well that's changed. It's incredible! To hear this album properly, play it through some really goodI can't believe it! Almost 10 years after this album came out, it's only recently that I finally get it! I was one of the people who was interested (in major part due to all the amazing reviews it was getting) but didn't "get it". I tried, but for whatever reason it never clicked w me. Well that's changed. It's incredible! To hear this album properly, play it through some really good headphones. Any doubt will be erased. It's an all-time classic! So check it out - it's aged really well & still sounds like nothing else. Expand
  26. Jan 6, 2023
    10
    Esse álbum é extremamente bem produzido e divertido de se escutar, nenhuma canção deixa de ter seu brilho individual, cada uma possui uma atmosfera e sonoridade incríveis! Um ótimo trabalho da dupla. Descanse em paz DOOM.
  27. Apr 6, 2022
    10
    MF DOOM is one of the best lyricists ever and this album is great proof. He spits so much fire it’s actually nuts. Madlib brings some of my favorite beats ever with tracks like meat grinder and accordion. Only the mad villain himself could make these beats work with his nasty flows and stellar rhymes. Some of DOOMs best work, may he rest in piece.
  28. Oct 13, 2020
    10
    That's why he brings his own needles
    And get more cheese than Doritos, Cheetos or Fritos
    Slip like Freudian
    Your first and last step to playin' yourself like accordion
  29. Feb 11, 2022
    10
    Listen to this pleasant, beautiful album nearly every week on cassette. both beautiful instrumentation and lyricism from DOOM, a true master of sticky lyricism
  30. Jul 13, 2012
    10
    This 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...
  31. Apr 16, 2021
    10
    Perfect Album. One of my only 10/10's. I love every song and MF DOOM is a legend.
  32. Jun 12, 2018
    10
    The 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.
  33. Aug 28, 2023
    9
    An absolute breakthrough and one of the most anticipated underground rap projects ever produced. Not only is it a fantastic listen, but also a change of pace from a lot of rap. The absolute genius of both Madlib and MF DOOM was a combination everyone was dreaming about, but the fact that it actually happened, and it was so good gives this album a 9. I would not say that it is perfect, evenAn absolute breakthrough and one of the most anticipated underground rap projects ever produced. Not only is it a fantastic listen, but also a change of pace from a lot of rap. The absolute genius of both Madlib and MF DOOM was a combination everyone was dreaming about, but the fact that it actually happened, and it was so good gives this album a 9. I would not say that it is perfect, even Michael Jordan missed a shot or two, but still an absolute unit of an album that contains short, sweet, and to the point songs. A great listen. Expand
  34. May 17, 2021
    10
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  35. Feb 25, 2020
    10
    MF DOOM and Madlib at their best in this album. As always Madlib delivers some of the most creative and inspirational bets in rap. Lyrically this is album is at the top of the mountain MF DOOM delivers some of the best bars of his career in Madvillainy. While tracks like Accordion and Meat Grinder are most talked about my favorite track is and will always be Raid.
  36. Apr 16, 2021
    9
    MF DOOM & Madlib made one of the best Hip-Hop albums of all time no doubt, The albums does contain slightly over-using instrumental Hip-Hop tracks which it's the only thing I can think that's bad of this. MF DOOM makes an outstanding performance with his rhymes schemes that are explosive, and the meaning behind these lyrics really caught me off guard. WOULD REALLY RECOMMEND!!!
  37. Oct 2, 2022
    10
    This is a just absolutely outstanding record, 2004 was such a great year for music coming with Madvillany, The College Dropout, and Mm Food. Madlib's production on this album is outstanding as always and DOOM's rapping is fantastic as always. Them working together is something I really wish we could have seen more of (Rest in peace). What DOOM does and what madlib does on this projectThis is a just absolutely outstanding record, 2004 was such a great year for music coming with Madvillany, The College Dropout, and Mm Food. Madlib's production on this album is outstanding as always and DOOM's rapping is fantastic as always. Them working together is something I really wish we could have seen more of (Rest in peace). What DOOM does and what madlib does on this project both complement each other so well and they came together for such a crazy project Expand
  38. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    One of the great hip-hop albums, a new style of experimental collision of a variety of sampling fusions, giving rap a definition that is not only critical, but one of the key works that redefines hip-hop music. On the experience of sensibility is a unique and precious listening effect, is it possible to imagine the existence of a accompaniment track with the intention of making peopleOne of the great hip-hop albums, a new style of experimental collision of a variety of sampling fusions, giving rap a definition that is not only critical, but one of the key works that redefines hip-hop music. On the experience of sensibility is a unique and precious listening effect, is it possible to imagine the existence of a accompaniment track with the intention of making people listen to it (or just do some another freestyle rap)? Expand
  39. Oct 1, 2010
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is strange that the album already downloaded, is different rhymes, beats different, but the sound has an incredible quality;

    A good rap underground, MF DOOM rhymes short, dark and no chorus. Already in the beats, sounds of Madlib uses film clips, cartoons and even accordion, one thing is very complex and different from what happens in the mainstream;
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  40. Nov 8, 2013
    9
    There is no doubt in my mind that 'Madvillainy' has managed to convert hipsters and musical intellectuals into avid hip-hop listeners. It is a record that has inspired underground rap in a way not seen since 'Paul's Boutique'. For those who think that this album is overrated, you're missing the point. This album was never intended to be a game-changer, so there's no irony. It just requiresThere is no doubt in my mind that 'Madvillainy' has managed to convert hipsters and musical intellectuals into avid hip-hop listeners. It is a record that has inspired underground rap in a way not seen since 'Paul's Boutique'. For those who think that this album is overrated, you're missing the point. This album was never intended to be a game-changer, so there's no irony. It just requires several listens to fully appreciate, just like any album worth its salt. Expand
  41. Nov 15, 2020
    10
    As 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.
  42. Jan 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this is easily the best album MF DOOM has ever made.
    The lyrics first of all are out of this world, the madvillain goes in a poetic world where everything seems calibrated. Honestly the bar "Got more soul than a sock with a hole" his absolutely fantastic.
    The production is also incredible, Madlib made a fantastic job at mastering samples and old songs in order to make the madviliainy"s world more realistic. (I am not exactly sure this is his best album, because Pinata with Freddie gibbs is far beyond this world too lol)

    The album is actually short, 22 titles for 46 minutes, it is like 2minutes15 seconds on average for each song, but i think this is a time well spent, that i will spend again !
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  43. Dec 31, 2013
    10
    This 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.
  44. Mar 1, 2019
    10
    Just 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.
    My favorite tracks: All caps, Shadows of tomorrow, Accordion, Curls, Rhinestone Cowboy.
  45. Aug 21, 2017
    10
    DOOM 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.
  46. Apr 14, 2017
    10
    ´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
  47. Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Words cannot describe how fantastic this album is. The incredible producer Madlib collaborating with the extraordinary talented rapper MF DOOM, this album was bound to be a classic. I haven't got anything to say that others haven't said a million times before. I'll just say, this album is a classic and one of the best hip hop albums ever.
  48. Jan 5, 2021
    10
    RIP MF DOOM. One of Hip-Hop's greatest MCs. All Caps when you spell the man's name.
  49. Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Perfect album, with some of the most unique and memorabke DOOM bars and verses, and the production made by madlib make this album one of the greatest of this genre.
  50. Dec 28, 2012
    9
    I' m not big into hip-hop, but I think this, like some other albums from this genre (The Money Store, The Grey Album) is a masterpiece. The singles (like All Caps or Accordion) are delightful, and the other tracks are also great. The group relies equally on the abstract rhymes of MF Doom and Madlib's Jazz Influenced Beats. However, the feat. on Raid and MF's "singing" on Great Day aren'tI' m not big into hip-hop, but I think this, like some other albums from this genre (The Money Store, The Grey Album) is a masterpiece. The singles (like All Caps or Accordion) are delightful, and the other tracks are also great. The group relies equally on the abstract rhymes of MF Doom and Madlib's Jazz Influenced Beats. However, the feat. on Raid and MF's "singing" on Great Day aren't amazing. Overall, a great record and a great introduction to underground Hip-Hop. Expand
  51. Apr 12, 2017
    10
    I would kill to have a tenth of the talent that these two musicians present on this album. Madvillainy is arguably the most important collaboration of all time bringing together the rhyme master himself doom, with the beat master Madlib. The album is often cited by MC's as an inspiration and I feel that many elements from To Pimp a Butterfly first make an appearance here. Spectacular albumI would kill to have a tenth of the talent that these two musicians present on this album. Madvillainy is arguably the most important collaboration of all time bringing together the rhyme master himself doom, with the beat master Madlib. The album is often cited by MC's as an inspiration and I feel that many elements from To Pimp a Butterfly first make an appearance here. Spectacular album through and through! Expand
  52. Mar 27, 2016
    10
    This album is a story of two villains who just wanna throw down the strongest beats and nastiest bars known to mankind. Or are they just a couple of misunderstood boys just happened to be on the wrong side of the law?

    I never knew of these two before a certain Anthony Fantano, but damn am I glad he brought this to my attention. This is strong from start to finish and has some memorable
    This album is a story of two villains who just wanna throw down the strongest beats and nastiest bars known to mankind. Or are they just a couple of misunderstood boys just happened to be on the wrong side of the law?

    I never knew of these two before a certain Anthony Fantano, but damn am I glad he brought this to my attention. This is strong from start to finish and has some memorable songs that song so different out of succession with the album listing. If you listen to this album all in one sitting, you will get the complete story of MF Doom and Mad Lib as they take you on this musical adventure of theirs.

    My favourite tracks off of this album are without a doubt: Rhinestone Cowboy, Fancy Clown, Bistro, and Figaro.
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  53. May 19, 2019
    3
    This album is literally nothing special it has great production but the lyrics are just some random words
    Most of the songs on the album are about nothing This whole album is content less There isn't anything special about This album except for the production
  54. Sep 10, 2019
    10
    Meu álbum favorito na história do Rap. DOOM e Madlib no auge, até hoje nunca ouvi nada parecido. Tudo é incrivel e único aqui, produção lendária e inesquecível, uma beat melhor que a outra, doom dropando os melhores versos da sua carreira Esse álbum é a perfeição em formato de musica.
  55. Jul 8, 2022
    10
    Rare occasion of a truly perfect album. This is a hip-hop masterpiece. MF DOOM and Madlib peak performance.
  56. May 6, 2017
    10
    Legitimately 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.
  57. Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Best technically rapped album ever, and some of the best instrumentals from the second-best producer of all time.
  58. May 29, 2022
    10
    A monolithic achievement in rap music, Madvillainy remains a stunning display of DOOM's undeniable genius and grasp of the English language, paired with some of the most creative beats you'll find anywhere.

    From Accordion to Rhinestone Cowboy, Madvillainy is an album that packs so much variety into such a small space while remaining thematically consistent. DOOM's signature off-beat flow
    A monolithic achievement in rap music, Madvillainy remains a stunning display of DOOM's undeniable genius and grasp of the English language, paired with some of the most creative beats you'll find anywhere.

    From Accordion to Rhinestone Cowboy, Madvillainy is an album that packs so much variety into such a small space while remaining thematically consistent. DOOM's signature off-beat flow and humorous wordplay may not be everyone's cup of tea, but once it clicks with the listener it is almost hypnotic; the lines are packed so full of internal rhymes that they work as their own instrument. Madlib's importance also cannot be understated - some of the most unexpected instrumentals on the album are woven in so seamlessly that they make you wonder why you would ever doubt their validity on such a project. The incredibly creative sampling on tracks like Accordion are a masterclass in hip hop production, showcasing the very best of Madlib's talent and DOOM's lyricism.

    Madvillainy is one of the greatest hip hop records of all time - anyone interested in rap music beyond your Kendricks and Kanyes should absolutely give this a listen.
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  59. SimonN
    May 6, 2004
    10
    BUY. 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.
  60. jetblack
    Aug 1, 2004
    10
    Best HipHop Album of 2004.......
  61. BigMoe
    Dec 8, 2004
    6
    Just let me start by saying this album is wildly overrated. It is a decent album but not the masterpiece people seem to think. There are probably at least 10 albums this year in rap that were better. zev love x is still nice though, but he doesn't break any new ground and madvillans beats have been much better.
  62. BillF
    Mar 30, 2004
    10
    Best hip hop album of 2004. MF Doom is unstoppable.
  63. SHarris
    Apr 4, 2004
    10
    Best 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."
  64. JonH
    Jun 30, 2004
    10
    Shockingly Genius Recording, nothing will beat this for this year unless some kind of revelation comes around.
  65. SteK
    Feb 2, 2005
    10
    Genius. 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.
  66. ThurogoodW
    Apr 1, 2006
    7
    I enjoy the album start to finish. I would recommend it to hiphop all hiphop lovers. Its the type of album that will never be fully appreciated by the masses as it is too abstract for that. No hooks on any songs, lots instrumental time. This is the type of album that grows on you. When I first listened I was expecting more due to all the hype. When you hit play you wait for this guy to I enjoy the album start to finish. I would recommend it to hiphop all hiphop lovers. Its the type of album that will never be fully appreciated by the masses as it is too abstract for that. No hooks on any songs, lots instrumental time. This is the type of album that grows on you. When I first listened I was expecting more due to all the hype. When you hit play you wait for this guy to rap, but it takes a while, just be easy and let it play in the background...All of the sudden this dudes raps smack you in the face. When he spits, he tickles your rhyming fancy. Expand
  67. DavidR
    Oct 22, 2004
    10
    Incredible blend of beats, rythm and dissonance. Worthy of non Hip Hop merits. Also dig on Quasimoto if you like this album.
  68. AlanR
    Dec 9, 2004
    10
    Madlib 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.
  69. JK
    Mar 30, 2004
    10
    Probably the best hip-hop album in quite some time. This is truly a modern classic.
  70. [Anonymous]
    Apr 18, 2004
    10
    ground-breaking
  71. LawrenceP
    Apr 7, 2004
    9
    Real hip-hop music. It will grow on you. People will be talking about this record for years. A MUST OWN.
  72. JasonT
    May 30, 2004
    9
    Madlib's production provides the perfect backdrop for Doom's take on things. Sure to be talked about for years to come.
  73. GeoffreyL
    Jun 6, 2004
    2
    weak beats, boring verses, bland production. cover art gets it 1 point, cool samples another. don't buy.
  74. OK
    Aug 12, 2004
    1
    Boring, repetitive, stale. Doom repeats himself and his old work, only this time he's really high. Oh, and the beats behind any actual rapping are awful. DO NOT BUY!
  75. D-Rod
    Jan 14, 2005
    10
    10!!! 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.
  76. MichaelN
    Jan 17, 2005
    10
    This 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.
  77. MattH
    Oct 7, 2005
    10
    Whoever 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.
  78. SamiK
    Feb 11, 2005
    10
    Best album of 2004
  79. [anonymous]
    May 11, 2005
    7
    a 7.5 actually. i could have given it 8 or 8.5 being the highest but i think they were overhyped and a bit overrated. i guess i just had high expectations due to the hype. i enjoyed the album though and it's still in my cd player. my top 3 tracks are "banquet", "blue light" and "this modern love".
  80. matta
    May 27, 2005
    10
    Wow, 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.
  81. IllyaZ
    May 30, 2005
    10
    One of the best rap/hip-hop albums of all time!
  82. NathanG
    Jul 4, 2005
    9
    Anyone who is planning to buy this album has to realise that it's MF Doom & Madlib. Those two guys are well into unconventional rap. I mean: this album is as far away from - let's say - 50 Cent as it is to - let's say - Radiohead. Maybe even closer to Radiohead. But if you like to hear new things, things that haven't been done before, if you like to be suprised by an Anyone who is planning to buy this album has to realise that it's MF Doom & Madlib. Those two guys are well into unconventional rap. I mean: this album is as far away from - let's say - 50 Cent as it is to - let's say - Radiohead. Maybe even closer to Radiohead. But if you like to hear new things, things that haven't been done before, if you like to be suprised by an album, if you don't like the "been there, done that"-approach that some rappers are into nowadays, but you are into rap, well: this is your album. BTW: [anonymous] (who gives the album a 7) is talking about Bloc Party's Silent Alarm and not about this album. Expand
  83. BenS
    Jul 7, 2005
    10
    I 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.
  84. JoelC
    Mar 2, 2006
    7
    Like other reviewers, I was expecting a lot out of my first listen to MF Doom. I think every track was solid with good beats, tight rhymes, and surgically placed samples. Despite every track's merit, the album it self lacks character and substance. For example, I'm not sure what the most popular track (according to napster), "Accordian," is about... it's so busting at the Like other reviewers, I was expecting a lot out of my first listen to MF Doom. I think every track was solid with good beats, tight rhymes, and surgically placed samples. Despite every track's merit, the album it self lacks character and substance. For example, I'm not sure what the most popular track (according to napster), "Accordian," is about... it's so busting at the seams with similies inserted solely to complete rhymes that the direction of the track unrecognizable. Unfortunately, these meaningless-yet-tight rhymes permeate the whole album. I'll look forward to future releases from MF Doom as his potential is evident though unfulfilled in "Madvillainy". Expand
  85. EricY
    Jun 17, 2006
    0
    HELLO? you call this rap? its WEAK! WEAK! WEAK! even emo music is better than this
  86. KevinL
    Jun 26, 2006
    10
    Wow...this is freaking dope...man this ...is the bomb...I reccomend this to all hip hop and underground rap fans.
  87. JamieM
    Aug 15, 2006
    10
    An exceptional album...MF DOOM proves he is among the greatest rappers ever.....
  88. KellyM
    Dec 31, 2004
    7
    Decent, but not quite the classic some fans and critics seem to think.
  89. johnnyl
    Apr 11, 2004
    9
    .......with the exception of MF DOOM's other side projects, MADVILLAINY is the finest hip-hop album of the past two years......
  90. jfletch
    Apr 15, 2004
    10
    completely testicles
  91. sumwansumwan
    Apr 15, 2004
    10
    awesome. a flashing colalboration between mf doom & madlib isw the best hiphop album released in the 21st century. it is raising hell of our times
  92. AdamP
    Apr 4, 2004
    10
    Instant 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.
  93. WillR
    Jul 28, 2004
    10
    A 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.
  94. MH
    Sep 22, 2004
    10
    Rarely does an album come around like this.
  95. DankyM
    Nov 21, 2005
    9
    dude mf doom has had the midas touch since 99's operation doomsday. like u can hear it start devepling even with KMD as Zev love X now its Doom's time.
  96. Chris
    Jan 27, 2005
    7
    This was not that great it sounded all the same what it so good about that. MF Doom has rapped and produced him self much better. I am sorry but being a true rap fan would you seriously say this anywhere near a classic album like illmatic or even close to the underground classic operation Doomsday which MF Doom released in 1999-No
  97. AdamS
    Oct 30, 2005
    5
    Madlib (the producer) is clearly talented, but Doom's raps need major work. He misses the beat. A lot. And his style is, well... static - it rarely adjusts to the feel of the song. Whether it's artistic expression or just a bad sense of rhythm, he makes it hard to nod your head.
  98. BigD
    Mar 22, 2005
    10
    Simply the best of 2004. And maybe 2005.
  99. DareA
    Mar 28, 2005
    10
    upon ma first listen of this Album...i was thinking the album was a 7 at best. Then I took the commercial MTV/BET clog blocking ma listening skills out. after the 3rd listen i was bedazzled! the lyrical content of this album is Amazing! the beats and skits are perfect. The album touches many many things! This is a classic. Definetaly comes after Illmatic in ma all time greatest upon ma first listen of this Album...i was thinking the album was a 7 at best. Then I took the commercial MTV/BET clog blocking ma listening skills out. after the 3rd listen i was bedazzled! the lyrical content of this album is Amazing! the beats and skits are perfect. The album touches many many things! This is a classic. Definetaly comes after Illmatic in ma all time greatest albums....and if it aint in ur top 3.....I wonder what the f*ck is!!!!!!! Expand
  100. LiamL
    Apr 1, 2005
    10
    Best album ever
Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. A dizzying synergy of heavy brains and chemistry, culminating in blissfully fun, irreverent, and engaging brand of record-making magic.
  2. Mojo
    90
    The wily creativity on display here is astonishing. [Jun 2004, p.114]
  3. 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.