Struggler
by Genesis Owusu
  • Record Label: Ourness
  • Release Date: Aug 18, 2023
User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. Gnirbla
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    In his compelling sophomore album "Struggler," Ghanaian-Australian artist Genesis Owusu, hailing from Canberra, delves into the existential struggle between humanity and higher powers, drawing lyrical inspiration from Franz Kafka's disquieting novel "The Metamorphosis." Building on the acclaim garnered by his 2021 debut "Smiling with No Teeth," Owusu enriches his unique musical landscape,In his compelling sophomore album "Struggler," Ghanaian-Australian artist Genesis Owusu, hailing from Canberra, delves into the existential struggle between humanity and higher powers, drawing lyrical inspiration from Franz Kafka's disquieting novel "The Metamorphosis." Building on the acclaim garnered by his 2021 debut "Smiling with No Teeth," Owusu enriches his unique musical landscape, skillfully blending punk-inflected spoken word, soulful falsetto melodies, Prince-inspired funk, and resonant post-punk guitars. The album serves as a testament to Owusu's ability to not only interpret the complexities of the world but also to continuously reimagine his already innovative musical style, showcasing the breadth of his eclectic taste. Give it a listen!… Expand

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Metascore
82

Universal acclaim - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. AllMusic
    Sep 8, 2023
    90
    Owusu could have gone any number of ways on his sophomore set, but it's a testament to his artistic conviction that he chose to make something so risky and complex. Even better, he pulled it off.
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  2. The Observer (UK)
    Aug 21, 2023
    80
    Struggler continues to convey his strife with a remarkable singularity.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Aug 18, 2023
    80
    With Struggler Genesis Owusu has followed through on his potential, and hopefully won’t be getting the boot from listeners anytime soon.
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