The Argument
by Fugazi
  • Record Label: Dischord
  • Release Date: Oct 16, 2001
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 47 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 47
  3. Negative: 4 out of 47

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  1. JamesR.
    Nov 7, 2001
    10
    their best work yet, skillful changes throughout, blended with awesome melodies and powerful riffs. once again brenden and joe show the rest of the world what rhythm is all about, while guy's voice is more powerful than ever before.
  2. MikeM
    Aug 20, 2005
    9
    A really good album, as good as anything they've ever done. This one gets better every time i listen to it
  3. JasonD.
    Oct 21, 2001
    10
    Only these guys can make music like this, in a genre all their own, they keep their music fresh, intuitive, and fluidly tight.
  4. WillO.
    Jul 22, 2004
    9
    Not their best, but it's still an amazing album and, just like the rest of their work, has a unique sound. There's no reason not to like Fugazi.
  5. AndrewW
    Apr 16, 2005
    10
    Quite possibly the most important album of the last ten years. If you don't love it, there's something wrong with you.
  6. MikeC
    Sep 5, 2003
    9
    the fugazi have always been an great band, but with this album they finally put the nail in the coffin of all the people that punk is artless noise. the members of fugazi have made the most complex and musical album of their career. to put in short no matter if you like metal, punk or hard rock the argument is a great album period.
  7. SethC
    Jan 6, 2005
    10
    Awesome. The world is burning...
  8. BobSwan
    Jul 5, 2007
    10
    Fantastic - their best work to date
  9. TeddyR
    May 1, 2008
    9
    Terrific album. It somehow still sounds relevant even while still sounding like old-school Fugazi.
  10. BrandonM
    Jun 1, 2008
    10
    The epitome of matching creativity with melody. This is music on a truly artistic level, yet it is still imminently approachable- no small feat.
  11. Æ.
    Nov 20, 2001
    10
    Great album, great band, lots of new elements have been introduced into their sound. Brilliant.
  12. NeilK.
    Oct 17, 2001
    10
    Excellent album, and the single is a must buy. Thanks again Fugazi, for the great work.
  13. mannym
    Dec 23, 2004
    9
    i like that fugazi's worst is still wayyyyyyy better than other bands' best.
  14. DavidF
    Jan 11, 2008
    9
    We should consider ourselves lucky that they made this record. Glorious.
  15. EricS
    May 12, 2009
    10
    If you thought Red Medicine was a major leap forward, then you will be blown away by the Argument. Fugazi, more than almost any other band, has always shown an incredible ability to keep pace (perhaps even keep ahead of) the times while simultaneously retaining a distinctive style. Fugazi are as relevant as any band of the moment. The Argument is simply the latest in a parade of amazing If you thought Red Medicine was a major leap forward, then you will be blown away by the Argument. Fugazi, more than almost any other band, has always shown an incredible ability to keep pace (perhaps even keep ahead of) the times while simultaneously retaining a distinctive style. Fugazi are as relevant as any band of the moment. The Argument is simply the latest in a parade of amazing albums. When's the next one coming out?… Expand
  16. brody
    Dec 18, 2002
    9
    it's fugazi. what more can i say?
  17. Andremax
    Aug 9, 2018
    9
    Taking advantage of elements borrowed by Stooges, Dead Kennedys, The best of Sonic Youth, Sex Pistols' and MC5's irreverence, Slint's post rock experimentalism, The Cure and The Smith's post-punk vein, britpop creativity and made a memorable act.

Awards & Rankings

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#10 Best Album of 2001
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#42 Most Discussed Album of 2001
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#54 Most Shared Album of 2001

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Metascore
87

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. Uncut
    80
    The Argument showcases a band of uncommon power grappling with subtler shades as well as their quiet/loud, dub-influenced trademark sound. [Dec 2001, p.102]
  2. The A.V. Club
    90
    Where each successive album seemed like a new page, The Argument feels like a brilliant new chapter.
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  3. Neumu.net
    80
    Musically, The Argument represents Fugazi's best collection of songs from their 13-year career.
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