The Money Store
by Death Grips
  • Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: Apr 24, 2012
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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 440 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 397 out of 440
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 440
  3. Negative: 25 out of 440
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  1. ScotchRobbins
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Hold on to your ass: this album is a piece of work.

    If you are looking for something unique but brutal, bordering on incoherent, then behold The Money Store. Unrelentingly intense and profane, industrial and alienating. Strong beats, stronger hooks, strongest overall experience I've seen in a while.
  2. Vampire25
    Feb 7, 2013
    9
    This is truly unlike any hip-hop/punk record I've ever heard. They fuse those two genres better than any other band I've listened too. Death Grips are extremely in your face, discussing death and political issues to the most abrasive degree possible. The opener "Get Got" is by far one of the best tracks I've heard in a really long time, probably ever. The Production, the drumming, MCThis is truly unlike any hip-hop/punk record I've ever heard. They fuse those two genres better than any other band I've listened too. Death Grips are extremely in your face, discussing death and political issues to the most abrasive degree possible. The opener "Get Got" is by far one of the best tracks I've heard in a really long time, probably ever. The Production, the drumming, MC Ride's fantastic brutal lyrics, all top-notch fantastic. All In All, Death Grips not only craft a great hip-hop record, but an important one also. I recommend this highly. A-… Expand
  3. Calciferus
    Jun 2, 2013
    9
    Great album and definitely one of the best 2012 album. Blends rap with element from metal, punk, drone, noise and electronic music combined with sublime production and MC Ride's mindblowing vocals, it's not like any music I've heard lately and I mean it in a good way. Content itself is incredibly dark, somehow reminded me of Nico & Velvet Underground. Highlight tracks: The Fever (Aye Aye),Great album and definitely one of the best 2012 album. Blends rap with element from metal, punk, drone, noise and electronic music combined with sublime production and MC Ride's mindblowing vocals, it's not like any music I've heard lately and I mean it in a good way. Content itself is incredibly dark, somehow reminded me of Nico & Velvet Underground. Highlight tracks: The Fever (Aye Aye), Please, Get Got, I've Seen Footage… Expand
  4. Daniel_B
    Jul 3, 2014
    10
    It's still new, but in the two years since it was put out, it's become clear to me that this is my favorite hip hop album of all time. Better than It Takes a Nation of Millions? Yes. Better than 3 Feet High? Yes. Better than 36 Chambers? Yes.
    Every track has so much going on in it that the replay value is through the roof. And despite Death Grips being a band that sounds esoteric    It's still new, but in the two years since it was put out, it's become clear to me that this is my favorite hip hop album of all time. Better than It Takes a Nation of Millions? Yes. Better than 3 Feet High? Yes. Better than 36 Chambers? Yes.
    Every track has so much going on in it that the replay value is through the roof. And despite Death Grips being a band that sounds esoteric and inaccessible on paper, the hooks on nearly every track are among the catchiest you'll hear. The album is fast paced, having as much in common with hardcore punk as it does hip hop, and it isn't light listen by any means.
    MC Ride shows off his quieter, but still fast paced flow in Get Got, and maintains his lungbursting screaming on most other tracks, while Zach Hill's breakneck drumming drives the beats, supported by Flatlander's incredible performance as a producer on the record, making this one of the most unique listens you'll ever have the pleasure to come across.    … Expand
  5. VieraDidnos
    Jun 22, 2016
    10
    This was the first Death Grips album I listened to, now I have the entire discography on my phone. I pretty much exclusively listen to this band now. There isn't anything I can say which hasn't been said already. The instrumentals hit hard, Ride's vocals are brutal and fantastic and Zach's drumming is great. In my opinion, the best Death Grips album.
  6. OneDayBail
    Apr 25, 2012
    10
    Nice album. The Money Store is a breath of fresh air. If you've listene to their first album, Exmilitary, then i would say your in for a treat. Death Grips comes in hard on the new album, setting a crazy tempo that will fluctuate throughout the album, keeping the listener is a satisfiying, shocking state. Zach Hill (drummer) continues to be the peice that sets this show apart from otherNice album. The Money Store is a breath of fresh air. If you've listene to their first album, Exmilitary, then i would say your in for a treat. Death Grips comes in hard on the new album, setting a crazy tempo that will fluctuate throughout the album, keeping the listener is a satisfiying, shocking state. Zach Hill (drummer) continues to be the peice that sets this show apart from other hip-hop fusion acts. at times, it's hard to remmber that its live drumming, but the crazy time signatures will suddenly remind you. Production is super-clean despite the array of gritty, distorted samples. lyrics are dark, but not pretentious. this album is not for everyone, thats for sure, but even if u like it a little bit, there'll come an intoxicated night in your future where you'll be glad u have it on deck.… Expand
  7. Rangerage
    May 15, 2012
    9
    Definitely one of the more interesting albums so far this year.
    It brings the raw , unconstrained emotion and power of their first album to a purpose for this and have produced an amazing album with it.
  8. galzil
    Apr 27, 2012
    10
    "The Money Store" is A fresh, mind bottling, catch-your-breath kind of record. Death Grips explosiveness seems more "catchy" on this one (relatively to "Exmilitary") but don't let that fool you; MC RIDE still scream and shout into the mike, Zach Hill drumming is powerful and haunting and the BEATS [oh, the beats] are phenomenal. The production on "The money store" is flawless;"The Money Store" is A fresh, mind bottling, catch-your-breath kind of record. Death Grips explosiveness seems more "catchy" on this one (relatively to "Exmilitary") but don't let that fool you; MC RIDE still scream and shout into the mike, Zach Hill drumming is powerful and haunting and the BEATS [oh, the beats] are phenomenal. The production on "The money store" is flawless; well-arranged chaos. I enjoy every minute. Bottom line - Death Grips took experimental Hip-Hop to the next level. Can't wait for the next album they will drop later this year.… Expand
  9. MusiclyMade
    Jun 8, 2012
    9
    What Death Grips have managed to do on 'The Money Store' is move forward and become more accessible without sounding like they've been instructed to do so. They've taken the fundamental aspects of their sound which made Exmilitary sound so raw and visceral and turn them into ingredients for writing hard-hitting rap songs with more of a 'pop' edge, with most of the tracks focusing on hooksWhat Death Grips have managed to do on 'The Money Store' is move forward and become more accessible without sounding like they've been instructed to do so. They've taken the fundamental aspects of their sound which made Exmilitary sound so raw and visceral and turn them into ingredients for writing hard-hitting rap songs with more of a 'pop' edge, with most of the tracks focusing on hooks and loud choruses in the way Exmilitary never did. The Money Store is a perfect balance of brutality and accessiblity and could be one of the best albums of 2012, and maybe one of the best of the 2010s.… Expand
  10. ihavevocaloid
    May 2, 2015
    9
    I only recently started listening to Death Grips because I watch The Needle Drop's reviews and he gave this album a 10/10 and their other albums acclaim too - but I never thought I would have liked it as much as I do. The Money Store was, without a doubt, one of the best albums of the year 2012. Death Grips isn't for everyone - if you don't want to hear songs with loud noises andI only recently started listening to Death Grips because I watch The Needle Drop's reviews and he gave this album a 10/10 and their other albums acclaim too - but I never thought I would have liked it as much as I do. The Money Store was, without a doubt, one of the best albums of the year 2012. Death Grips isn't for everyone - if you don't want to hear songs with loud noises and unhearable raps, you probably won't like this album, or Death Grips in general. Death Grips is pretty much what I would describe Rage Against the Machine meets Skrillex with some Bjork thrown in for good measure (especially NOTM). They're probably one of the most original bands I've heard in a while - and I think they're more influential than I thought at first. Kanye West combined their style with his typical hip hop to make Yeezus in 2013 - and now this band is one of the most popular experimental hip hop bands. The production here is great, I like the electronic stuff that Andy Morin has done - and it may be a little noisy at times but I think it's original, experimental and enjoyable. Zach Hill drums on the majority of the songs - and he keeps the beat well, he's really good. I can barely hear MC Ride rapping on the majority of the songs here - but he's probably one of the most aggressive rappers that I've ever heard in my life. This album probably would have been a higher 9 or a 10 if I could hear Ride rapping and be able to pick out the lyrics. But, overall, this is a very impressive debut and I really hope Death Grips doesn't break up soon like they said they would. Grade: A-. Highlights: "Get Got", "Lost Boys", "Punk Weight". Worst song: "I've Seen Footage"… Expand
  11. Tnolfi1
    Apr 24, 2012
    10
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  12. speedybill47
    Jan 9, 2013
    10
    Best album of the Year, Favorite Rap Album Ever now. Sonic Hellscapes, Grime, Rap-Punk Vocals and Screeches Make this sound like nothing else ive heard in years
  13. blogfirstlast
    Apr 9, 2013
    9
    Is this experimental hip-hop? 30 minutes in it felt more like Rage Against the Machine then a Nas album. Either way it was entertaining and a great way to spend 40 minutes.
  14. JamesStringer
    Apr 25, 2012
    10
    Wild ride from start to finish. Death Grips have found the formula, then proceeded to take a dump on it. MC Ride's lyrics and flow are perfect, production is incredible, the hooks are brilliant, and Zach Hill's drumming is outstanding. Utterly amazing.
  15. LetzTalkMoveez
    Nov 16, 2012
    8
    This the most devious, angry, vengeful punk rock collective you've ever heard, and they're rapping. They're the most unhinged group you'll come across, the freaks of society, the dopes, the douchebags, the arrogant a**h*les. Who would've thought their craft would be anything like this? You may have predicted the arrogance and the frustrating mix of abrasive noise and f**k-you's, but notThis the most devious, angry, vengeful punk rock collective you've ever heard, and they're rapping. They're the most unhinged group you'll come across, the freaks of society, the dopes, the douchebags, the arrogant a**h*les. Who would've thought their craft would be anything like this? You may have predicted the arrogance and the frustrating mix of abrasive noise and f**k-you's, but not how - to be honest - the abrasiveness might floor you, entertain you, or even change you.… Expand
  16. badmonkey
    May 5, 2012
    10
    This album has inspired me to start making electronic music. I'm from Sacramento and until recently I had not heard of them but no I think that they are awesome. This record is my favorite record so far from 2012. I look forward to No Love.
  17. Pandoras-Folly
    Oct 15, 2012
    9
    .....Man what an album. The production in The Money Store is influenced by electronic music rather than industrial (as on exmilitary) and compliments MC Ride's harsh and powerful delivery suprisingly well, and the hooks will get stuck in your head for days. Overall the album is extremely solid but will no doubt turn off a lot of potential buyers because of it's abrasiveness. I think,.....Man what an album. The production in The Money Store is influenced by electronic music rather than industrial (as on exmilitary) and compliments MC Ride's harsh and powerful delivery suprisingly well, and the hooks will get stuck in your head for days. Overall the album is extremely solid but will no doubt turn off a lot of potential buyers because of it's abrasiveness. I think, however, it is one of the most unique albums I've listened to this year.… Collapse
  18. BENNEB
    Nov 14, 2012
    9
    Suck it, this album is great. Love the song Get Got and Punk Weight. Experimental Hip Hop never felt so good..........................................
  19. spencertherobot
    May 3, 2014
    10
    This is one of those albums you listen to, and because of your love for it, look for more like it, but come to a rude awakening when you see it's one of a kind.
  20. TheQuietGamer
    Sep 16, 2018
    7
    Blends hip-hop with electronic beats and a punk mentality. Each track is it's own experience. Everything Death Grips does here would make for an exciting time at the club. Listening to it all at once though is problematic. All the songs stand well on their own, but that comes at the cost of cohesion. There's no natural flow to the material presented here which means that there's aBlends hip-hop with electronic beats and a punk mentality. Each track is it's own experience. Everything Death Grips does here would make for an exciting time at the club. Listening to it all at once though is problematic. All the songs stand well on their own, but that comes at the cost of cohesion. There's no natural flow to the material presented here which means that there's a disconnect from one track to the next.

    I like what The Money Store has to offer. It shows that Death Grips is interested in doing things no other artists are. Therefore it's likely to withstand the scrutiny of even the snobbiest of music experts (self-appointed or otherwise) even if they don't have the stomach for the excessively vulgar lyrical content. There are tracks here I'll return to time and time again, with only a few forgettable ones. I just hope the group's later material fits together better. Because that's what will make sit through an entire album all at once, rather than just a mishmash of my favorite works.

    7.6/10    … Expand
  21. CurlyJefferson
    May 31, 2013
    10
    You may not like this album the first time you listen to it, or the second, or even the third. However, that's how The Money Store gains its depth; upon repeated listens, instruments previously unheard pop out of a chaotic barrage of sound and the songs begin to form an order that you can follow along, even bob your head to. At the end of the year, TMS has remained a perfectYou may not like this album the first time you listen to it, or the second, or even the third. However, that's how The Money Store gains its depth; upon repeated listens, instruments previously unheard pop out of a chaotic barrage of sound and the songs begin to form an order that you can follow along, even bob your head to. At the end of the year, TMS has remained a perfect juxtaposition of gritty electronics, bone-chilling yet catchy vocals and damaged-beyond-the-point-of-recognition samples that will leave you feeling abused, raped, and begging for more.… Expand
  22. Andremax
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    The Money Store is chaotic, agressive, abstract, strange and quite innovating. You hardly will listen someone sounds like Death Grips - they are its own genre.
  23. conaldinho
    Nov 20, 2013
    9
    Fantastic record, interesting from start to finish. Love MC Ride's lyrics on this, Get Got and The Fever are obvious belters however I've Seen Footage, The Cage and Hacker are also amazing tunes.
  24. stringerrrrr
    Dec 9, 2013
    10
    Okay so essentially imagine a homeless black man imagines what pop will sound like in 20 years, but being brought up in downtown Sacremento (wat) he just can't shake his hip-hop roots. Yeah that's pretty much what I feel Death Grips were going for here.
  25. Ahsan9710
    Feb 6, 2014
    8
    Extreme and intense. MC Ride's delivery and flow is amazing. Favorite tracks: Punk Weight, The Fever, Hustle Bones & Get Got. This is an amazing blend of Hip-Hop, punk, and electro music!
  26. Jumpman
    Jan 16, 2016
    8
    This poppier project is an attempt that has resulted into both death grips' best songs (get got, i've seen footage) and their worst ones ( lost boys punk weight)
  27. pugowner
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    As someone who usually isn't interested in aggressive music, I can confirm that this album made me want to smash vodka bottles on my head and scream at the moon. It's that intense
  28. EdenIsNotHere
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    Intense, obscure, grumey, brutal, somewhat incoherent, punkiest, raw, catchy, mortal, forward-thinking, visceral, mind-bottling; those are few of the words I could describe this incredible record. Along with Channel Orange, good kid m.A.A.d. city and Visions, this is one of the best records of 2012 and possibly of the decade. If you want for something punk/industrial/hip-hop/noiseIntense, obscure, grumey, brutal, somewhat incoherent, punkiest, raw, catchy, mortal, forward-thinking, visceral, mind-bottling; those are few of the words I could describe this incredible record. Along with Channel Orange, good kid m.A.A.d. city and Visions, this is one of the best records of 2012 and possibly of the decade. If you want for something punk/industrial/hip-hop/noise influenced, vocally, instrumentally and lyrically ground-breaking, while maintaining catchy and structured songs, this is probably your record. It's not for everyone, and probably you will have mixed feelings at first or just hate it, but when it clicks, it's instantaneous. Awesome ****

    FAV TRACKS: "Get Got", "The Fever (Aye Aye)", "Lost Boys", "Blackjack", "Hustle Bones", "I've Seen Footage", "Double Helix", "System Blower", "Punk Weight", **** That", **** Please", "Hacker".

    LEAST FAV TRACKS: "The Cage" but it grew on me tbh.    … Expand
  29. BeanmanJames
    Jun 1, 2018
    8
    GOOOD album ! Give it an ear watch because it'll be worth it and you know it ! ! !
  30. Wallnuut
    Aug 20, 2018
    9
    Most Death Grips projects do not fail in giving off the soothing feeling of a mentally insane homeless guy screaming into your ear. Funnily enough though, that homeless man (MC Ride) went on to be one of my personal favorite rappers. Listening to THE MONEY STORE is likely to trigger a headache, though said headache is very stimulating, similar to the effect many drugs have.
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81

Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. The Wire
    Jul 24, 2012
    70
    Their debut album is even more extreme. [May 2012, p.57]
  2. Mojo
    Jul 18, 2012
    80
    From the second opener Get Got's frantic arpeggiations synths kick-in there's little let-up on a mind-mugging set so fresh even Delia Smith can't test its flavour. [Jun 2012, p.85]
  3. Q Magazine
    Jun 20, 2012
    80
    The relentless macho intensity would be oppressive were Hill and Morin not having so much fun pillaging everything from punk to crunk. [Jun 2012, p.100]
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