New Danger
by Mos Def
  • Record Label: Geffen
  • Release Date: Oct 12, 2004
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 29
  3. Negative: 2 out of 29
  1. Billboard
    70
    A breathtaking refresher in all things Mos Def.
  2. cokemachineglow
    69
    It’s largely half-baked in its execution.
  3. E! Online
    100
    A funky, soulful flashback to the works of outspoken jazz and R&B greats like Gil-Scott Heron and Miles Davis.
  5. Filter
    78
    The New Danger's pulse doesn't always support Mos' growing manhood. [#13, p.89]
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  6. Mojo
    80
    A grimier, more uncomfortable listen. [Nov 2004, p.100]
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  7. Neumu.net
    65
    The New Danger is overambitious and undercooked, adventurous and bland all at once.
  8. New Musical Express (NME)
    70
    Not all of it works... but the 'What's Going On'-sampling 'Modern Marvel', mumbling folk-soul of 'Boogie Man Song' and widescreen shuffle of 'Champion Requiem' prove that not all hip-hop albums come with an expiry date. [23 Oct 2004, p.51]
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  9. RapReviews.com
    85
    The range on "The New Danger" is as broad and deep as the Brooklyn Renaissance itself.
  10. Rolling Stone
    80
    Earthy, impressively diverse. [28 Oct 2004, p.101]
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  11. Spin
    75
    In a world where 50 Cent name-drops [Talib] Kweli, Mos Def wants to keep the line between indie hip-hop and major-label rap nice and blurry. [Oct 2004, p.112]
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  12. Urb
    70
    He delivers for fans of every persuasion without losing grip on his ghetto past in the least--no easy feat. [Dec 2004, p.112]
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  13. Village Voice (Consumer Guide)
    91
    Here the defining flow is sonic--a shadowy, guitar-drenched tone poem of the streets.

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#37 Most Shared Album of 2004

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 42 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 42
  3. Negative: 4 out of 42
  1. thugnificent2
    Mar 31, 2013
    7
    this album is a variety of genres, but that doesn't mean it's bad. if you're a fan of alternative hip-hop, jazz, and rock, then you'll likethis album is a variety of genres, but that doesn't mean it's bad. if you're a fan of alternative hip-hop, jazz, and rock, then you'll like this album. Mos Def never fails to make a great song from a great beat… Full Review »
  2. Beats
    Aug 16, 2010
    10
    This album is not the taste of all. Alternative Rap people. It may not be for all of america but Mos' blend of Rap and Rock gets you pumpingThis album is not the taste of all. Alternative Rap people. It may not be for all of america but Mos' blend of Rap and Rock gets you pumping your head to every verse. Good job Mr.Dante Terrell Smith. Pure Masterpiece.… Full Review »
  3. MichaelC
    Jan 1, 2007
    6
    It's way to ambitious and often feels unfocused. The select guitar solos would have been good, if he would have played the instrument, It's way to ambitious and often feels unfocused. The select guitar solos would have been good, if he would have played the instrument, but jazz style guitar solos don't belong in the genre. This isn't a terrible album though, there are some good cuts on this disk.… Full Review »
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