Hell-On
by Neko Case
  • Record Label: Epitaph
  • Release Date: Jun 1, 2018
Metascore
85

Universal acclaim - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
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  1. American Songwriter
    May 30, 2018
    60
    There is a chilly, somewhat detached vibe that often overtakes the material, making it a challenge to unpack each of these dense selections on an album that’s easier to appreciate and admire than enjoy.
  2. Mojo
    May 24, 2018
    60
    Images both earthy and heavenly make repeated showings, but case's vexing concern is troubled humans. [Jul 2018, p.88]
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#48 Best Album of 2018
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#63 Most Shared Album of 2018

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 38 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 38
  3. Negative: 4 out of 38
  1. tsururadio
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    One of those albums that is good on first listen, but with every additional listen you hear more and more. A lyric nugget, an evocative sound,One of those albums that is good on first listen, but with every additional listen you hear more and more. A lyric nugget, an evocative sound, a hint more insight into Neko Case.… Full Review »
  2. jakfromrva
    Aug 30, 2018
    9
    By far her best. Extremely thoughtful lyrics. Every track is really strong. A must have.
  3. NavyBean
    Jul 9, 2018
    10
    Neko's best yet. Consistently great from opening track to final cut. Love "Gumball Blue" "Sleep All Summer (duet with Eric Bachmann), "Lion ofNeko's best yet. Consistently great from opening track to final cut. Love "Gumball Blue" "Sleep All Summer (duet with Eric Bachmann), "Lion of Albion," "Dirty Diamond" "Oracle of Maritime."… Full Review »
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