And After That, We Didn't Talk
by GoldLink
  • Record Label: N/A
  • Release Date: Nov 6, 2015
Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
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  1. The Line of Best Fit
    Dec 21, 2015
    90
    In the end, And After That We Didn’t Talk is as impressive of a rap debut as there has been in 2015. Once GoldLink’s reputation catches up with the quality of his music we may just have a new superstar on our hands.
  2. NOW Magazine
    Dec 21, 2015
    80
    Even with quick, dense and precisely rhythmic flows, his rapping is like verbal dancing. Its joyous and romantic moments make the album feel more like a thematic refinement than a musical one.
  3. Pitchfork
    Dec 21, 2015
    73
    His music works when every element blends together, and And After That, We Didn't Talk is most interesting when he shares only the most vital details from a moment. It's then that he can wring his experiences for their emotions and convey feelings with more than just words.
  5. The 405
    Dec 21, 2015
    70
    GoldLink's debut album has something for every mood. Usually it takes an artist two or three albums before they reach maturity, however, with And After That, We Didn't Talk, GoldLink is well ahead of schedule.
  6. Spin
    Dec 21, 2015
    70
    There are a few strong sonic ties to God Complex, specifically the works of producer Louie Lastic, but this album has greater balance. The full spectrum of sound explored is even richer this time around.
  7. HipHopDX
    Dec 21, 2015
    50
    When his conscious aligns with his songwriting We Didn’t Talk excels. He needs only seek himself and lead by example rather than trip over cliches.

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User Score
7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 13 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. AlexDionisio1
    Mar 2, 2016
    4
    An album that purports to be so much but really isn't on a whole. GoldLink knows where he has to go, but he's scared to go first. Maybe nextAn album that purports to be so much but really isn't on a whole. GoldLink knows where he has to go, but he's scared to go first. Maybe next time he can take the plunge.… Full Review »
  2. thethoughthere
    Apr 23, 2016
    5
    With a few sparks of genius shining through the cracks within its overbearing mediocrity, GoldLink's debut commercial project strikes a fewWith a few sparks of genius shining through the cracks within its overbearing mediocrity, GoldLink's debut commercial project strikes a few notes on-key and simply disappoints on the rest. I have been excited to see this guy drop a project since I found him on Soundcloud thanks to tracks like "Wassup", and though his unique voice and style are still very much present on "And After That, We Didn't Talk", they are somewhat muted, somewhat thrown into disarray and 100% unfocused. I expect his next project to blow this out of the water, because he has clearly demonstrated here that he has the makings of a great artist, he just hasn't figured out how to put all the great parts in the right places yet.… Full Review »
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