From King to a God
by Conway the Machine
  • Record Label: Empire
  • Release Date: Sep 11, 2020
Metascore
82

Universal acclaim - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. HipHopDX
    Sep 15, 2020
    86
    If his discography to this point was the regular season, From King To A GOD could be a sign that play-off Maquina is going to be a problem.
  2. RapReviews.com
    Oct 27, 2020
    85
    Despite the album having a few filler tracks, Machine may just end up with the crown on the album cover if he continues the route he’s currently on.
  3. Consequence
    Sep 15, 2020
    83
    From King to a GOD is arguably one of the best Griselda projects thus far and a viable contender for year-end lists. Conway’s versatility is on full display throughout the album, exhibiting his growth as an artist who is coming into his own in his late thirties.
  5. AllMusic
    Oct 7, 2020
    80
    A consistently striking and highly collaborative full-length that, despite its hospitable quality, is the Griselda member's most exemplary solo release yet -- his most considered display of grim street bulletins and snarling admonitions.
  6. Clash Music
    Sep 14, 2020
    80
    Forceful and atmopsheric, ‘From A King To A God’ punches through the glass ceiling, its purposeful swagger leering out of the speakers. His third full length project in 2020, ‘Conway The Machine has hit escape velocity.
  7. Exclaim
    Sep 14, 2020
    80
    Listening to Conway's latest is hearing the sound of an underground king ascend to the status of the esteemed guest artists he attracts.
  8. Slant Magazine
    Sep 14, 2020
    70
    What the rapper lacks in flow experimentation and dexterous rhyme-craft, he makes up for with his knack for sincere storytelling.
  9. Pitchfork
    Sep 14, 2020
    69
    From King to a God would be considered a solid effort from most MCs, but it's clear Conway has his aim set higher.

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User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 13 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
  1. Wilbraen
    Nov 11, 2020
    9
    It's the best Griselda album so far.

    Griselda's biggest problem was their work ethic. They were releasing 2-3 projects every year and their    It's the best Griselda album so far.

    Griselda's biggest problem was their work ethic. They were releasing 2-3 projects every year and their sound was starting to get old. But this album sounds nothing like old Griselda projects. Better production, better flows, better lyrics. Conway really outdid himself with this one.    … Full Review »
  2. bailey5524
    May 27, 2021
    10
    Best record out of griselda beats out any other westside gunn benny the butcher etc
  3. Danpottle
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest albums ever made imo it’s like going back in time! to the early to mid 90’s golden era of hip hop, Conway shows growth andOne of the greatest albums ever made imo it’s like going back in time! to the early to mid 90’s golden era of hip hop, Conway shows growth and versatility switching up his flows to accommodate the different beat styles whilst still hitting us with bar after bar of pure fire… Full Review »
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