UGLY
by slowthai
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. HipHopDX
    Mar 24, 2023
    56
    The best boundary-pushers use parts of their own style to traverse new musical territory. While tracks like “Sooner” are a success, UGLY doesn’t manage to complete the journey.
  2. Pitchfork
    Mar 8, 2023
    55
    Ugly sounds like something far less interesting: the sort of generically angsty guitar music that only a ’90s major label executive could love.

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#42 Most Discussed Album of 2023

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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 39
  3. Negative: 1 out of 39
  1. Steve_Zissou
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    On this album, Slowthai really demonstrates how he has evolved and mastered his sound of Hip-Hop fused with the energy and angst of BritishOn this album, Slowthai really demonstrates how he has evolved and mastered his sound of Hip-Hop fused with the energy and angst of British Post Punk and the result is truly a unique album. At times the album is completely unhinged, in a great way, the tight production really helps keep these areas focused before leading into the next section. This album is a wild ride and also gives a very personal look into the life and psyche of Tyron.… Full Review »
  2. HBleach
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    Slowthai's most raw and emotional performance yet. This album has solidified my love for his music and artistry.
  3. alexnv44
    Mar 3, 2023
    9
    UGLY throws some great bops and some of slowthai's most raw. emotional and unhinged material to date.
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