Rodeo
by Travis Scott
  • Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: Sep 4, 2015
Metascore
64

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
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  1. Clash Music
    Oct 23, 2015
    60
    Yes, the production is razor sharp, the beats are skewed and often very loud which makes them feel important, but in reality, it's all a façade; an image.
  2. Pitchfork
    Sep 16, 2015
    60
    He is most effective when he harshly distorts his vocals to create texture, and in the company of others he can serve as a welcome change of pace.
  3. Rolling Stone
    Sep 4, 2015
    60
    Left on his own, Scott can grow tiresome. "I Can Tell" sounds monochromatic without another voice to push this astute curator. Some rock stars are better leading bands than going solo.
  5. Spin
    Sep 10, 2015
    50
    This is a cold, calculated record lacking in personality, though it certainly tries to deliver something that Scott is incapable of.
  6. Boston Globe
    Sep 4, 2015
    50
    His versatility, combined with a high-profile guest list, conspires against him; among 14 tracks, Scott conjures just a handful of moments that hint at untapped reserves of talent.
  7. NOW Magazine
    Sep 9, 2015
    40
    Scott goes for spacey sounds, stoner vibes and vocal filters, but despite the eclecticism, he's too elusive and bland for Rodeo to amount to a stylistic--let alone a subversive--statement.
  8. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Sep 4, 2015
    40
    Without rising above the sum of the parts brought together, Travis loses control of his own album and it ends up sounding like a collection of tracks from various artists with the loose theme of Travis Scott barely tying it all together.

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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 563 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 516 out of 563
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 563
  3. Negative: 21 out of 563
  1. andrewerdna
    Sep 10, 2015
    10
    Blown away by Travi$ on this one. As every artist grows and changes, so does their music and this is a work of art. Not so impressed with theBlown away by Travi$ on this one. As every artist grows and changes, so does their music and this is a work of art. Not so impressed with the production wished Travi$ wouldve handled it a little more. Other than that, Album of the Year, with great features. My favorite from the album is Maria, Im Drunk ft. Justin Bieber and Young Thug!… Full Review »
  2. RonTron
    Sep 4, 2015
    8
    This is Yeezus done right. As a fellow HHH, we're surrounded by simplistic artists like Future, Migos, etc and by "real" hip hop like KendrickThis is Yeezus done right. As a fellow HHH, we're surrounded by simplistic artists like Future, Migos, etc and by "real" hip hop like Kendrick and J. Cole. Travis Scott has struck a cord, albeit closer to simplistic rap, between the two genres. The album broods with absolutely beautiful instrumentals like Pornography and 90210 to deep cuts like 3500 and Piss on Your Grave. However, there is one exception to the album. There are no "bangers". This isn't Days Before Rodeo in the slightest, with the exception of Drugs You Should Try. The features are all fitting, and the album rides smoothly without getting too boring. If you're a fan of Travis for his signature autotune sing song rap, listen to this immediately.… Full Review »
  3. Whatsversace
    Sep 9, 2015
    10
    This album to be honest I felt was the ultimate cohesion of yeezus, days before and owl pharaoh I felt this album did exactly what it set outThis album to be honest I felt was the ultimate cohesion of yeezus, days before and owl pharaoh I felt this album did exactly what it set out to do and is a strong contender for album of the year at this point. Travis definitely upped the ante on this album and put the game on notice… Full Review »
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