Isolation
by Kali Uchis
  • Record Label: Virgin
  • Release Date: Apr 6, 2018
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 454 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 25 out of 454
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  1. MusicCriticG
    Aug 28, 2023
    9
    This album will for sure have you dancing around your room, the roller coaster of emotions this album brings is truly amazing and for a debut album this is pretty impressive! And has barely any skips

    Favorite Tracks: Your teeth in my neck, After the storm & Gotta Get up
  2. Melomano13
    May 19, 2023
    10
    ¿Soy el único quien cree que este álbum va a revolucionar la música en espanglish?
  3. comotequieroyo
    Mar 10, 2023
    10
    this is one of the best albums debut of all time and of the last decade. it explores lots of genres making it an amazing adventure
  4. clown3
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Iconic album. The production is literally qualitative and smashing. I love this album so much and it deserves much more recognition!!… Expand
  5. sycamoretree
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best albums of the decade, surely. It's packed with beautiful rhythms, lyrics and vocals, as what you'd expect from anything Kali Uchis.

    The way she goes through several different samples and still sound angelic is truly magnificent. The album is also incredibly consistent: you can listen to the intro, "Body Language", and know what the rest of the songs will sound like: very    One of the best albums of the decade, surely. It's packed with beautiful rhythms, lyrics and vocals, as what you'd expect from anything Kali Uchis.

    The way she goes through several different samples and still sound angelic is truly magnificent. The album is also incredibly consistent: you can listen to the intro, "Body Language", and know what the rest of the songs will sound like: very tropical and refresh, with angelic, sometimes almost whispering vocals.

    Amazing.    … Expand
  6. revmus
    May 18, 2021
    10
    Kali Uchis has made a masterpiece of a debut album. Her lyrics are as defining as each song. With a cohesive story in each. Every single track has this magic atmosphere which is music to my ears. The only thing I regret is not finding out about this record sooner.
  7. Diogotf
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    Kali Uchis reina!!!!
  8. igorpedro
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    Perfeição de álbum, espero muito que um dia essa bíblia tenha o reconhecimento que merece! Kali Uchis é uma das artistas mais talentosas que conheço, amo muito suas músicas e elas salvam vidas! enfim, obrigado por existir Kali.
  9. charlotteevt
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    Album incroyable, les sonorités toutes différentes mais toutes parfaites, allez écouter!
  10. Lopesito27
    Jan 23, 2021
    9
    This album is so sonically diverse, so much fun, there's so much personality, so much colour it almost seems impossible for another artist to pull it off, but Kali demonstrates her artistry and talent by being able to do so, with cohesiveness, narrative and quality.

    Highlights: Body Language, Miami, Just a Stranger, Flight 22, Gotta Get Up, Coming Home, After The Storm, Feel Like a Fool    This album is so sonically diverse, so much fun, there's so much personality, so much colour it almost seems impossible for another artist to pull it off, but Kali demonstrates her artistry and talent by being able to do so, with cohesiveness, narrative and quality.

    Highlights: Body Language, Miami, Just a Stranger, Flight 22, Gotta Get Up, Coming Home, After The Storm, Feel Like a Fool and Killer.    … Expand
  11. Jesusddiaz
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Perfección. Uno de los mejores debuta del 2018, fresco e innovador, demuestra que que Kali va mas allá que una artista de colaboraciones.
  12. stream134340
    Sep 14, 2020
    9
    some songs on this album are unforgettable, it’s blended all perfectly and the vibes are unique really what i was searching for
  13. ferzeli
    Sep 2, 2020
    8
    Ai kali.. você SABE o que fez quando lançou esse álbum.. não tenho nada a declarar...

    - written at Itaquera, São Paulo, Brazil
  14. icedleche
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    it’s one of the best album i’ve ever heard, the mood and the vibes it gives are just supernatural.
  15. brockcheese
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    A great debut album for an up and coming artist. She strikes me as having the energy of a young Amy Winehouse and with great production and features from Tyler the Creator, The Gorillaz, and more this is an excellent pop record.
  16. Tinkertoy
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a very interesting album full of artistic music, Congratulations to kali uchis! We love this album❤️… Expand
  17. r0brigo
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    qué álbum, omg aclamación universal, her minds❗❗❗, gracias por uno de los mejores álbumes de la decada.
  18. Sebas-mart
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    La amo a ella y amo su álbum, fue fantástico todas las sensaciones que pude sentir escuchándolo
  19. Jeffwith2fs
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores álbums de 2018, absolutamente no meu top 3. As músicas mostram com clareza a personalidade da Kali Uchis e é um dos melhores debuts que já ouvi. Álbum aclamado pela crítica, porém esnobado das grandes premiações, o que é totalmente injusto. Ela conseguiu provar ser uma artista independente, porém com personalidade e talento de alguém que vai ficar por muito tempo naUm dos melhores álbums de 2018, absolutamente no meu top 3. As músicas mostram com clareza a personalidade da Kali Uchis e é um dos melhores debuts que já ouvi. Álbum aclamado pela crítica, porém esnobado das grandes premiações, o que é totalmente injusto. Ela conseguiu provar ser uma artista independente, porém com personalidade e talento de alguém que vai ficar por muito tempo na indústria.… Expand
  20. PeterSant
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    A job well done and cohesive, in which Kali shows rhythm variants that incorporate Psychedelic Pop, R&B, Latino and Hip-Hop / Rap. An album worth listening to.
  21. andreszapata_f
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    This album is perfection, it makes you want to dance, you feel your Latin veins from my country Colombia, it represents it very well, in addition to its lyrics its sounds are perfect. i love it
  22. rafa21
    Oct 11, 2019
    8
    What a masterpiece. The Colombian-American singer stalks the eye, accompanied by a terrible number of peaceful instruments that are attached in a simplified way to open the merciless voice of Uchis. Being able to describe 'Isolation' is somewhat clear, because whoever has listened to the whole album knows that all the tracks present in it are a vision that gallops Kali Uchis.
  23. faxel
    Jun 7, 2019
    9
    Icon, goddess, reina latina. Kali Uchis encontró en Isolation el equilibrio perfecto entre el pop y todos esos géneros de la cultura negra que la industria llevaba décadas buscando.
  24. ewhite
    Mar 21, 2019
    10
    I don't see any reason anyone can hate this album. Everything is on point; the writing, production, cohesion of sound and quality.
  25. theblackrhose
    Mar 19, 2019
    9
    An INCREDIBLE debut album. She clearly shows who she is and what's her sound, the production is A+, her lyrics are incredible, and the mix of genres is so well put together. It leaves high hopes for what she will put out next; Kali is a promising star on the rise and she is not going anywhere.
  26. prestonhung
    Mar 17, 2019
    8
    this is a really solid album overall. although there are some tracks that can be better without, I really like the vocals kali gives, and that every track (at least most tracks) has a different sound and vibe from one another. tomorrow and coming home are the only tracks that I really don't vibe with, which is why I give this a light 8.
  27. tombenicio
    Sep 19, 2018
    10
    What a wonderful album definitely one of the best album of the year. You can see she put a lot of work into every song.
  28. RomanVendy
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    невероятный латино-соул шедевр, лучшие треки - "your teeth in my neck" и "in my dreams"
  29. Andremax
    Aug 22, 2018
    9
    2018 Year's album. This time it's true. In front of Dirty Computer and DAYTONA. Creativity and mixing here has no boundaries. Do you want to listen to Latin, samba/bossanova, pop, hip-hop, R&B, electro, soul and psychedelic? Here's your place
  30. jards
    Aug 18, 2018
    9
    Um album que apresenta muitas influências musicais, porém que é capaz de mostrar um pouco do estilo e "da cara" de Uchis. Uma produção que demonstra dedicação com todos os detalhes das músicas. Muito inovador!
  31. MosesQueen
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Isolation by Kali Uchis one of the greatest female R&B releases of all time. All this instrumentals are magic and genius. What about lyrics? It's such a masterpiece! I think Kali must have a big future in music industry like a producer/songwriter.
  32. TheBestTaste082
    Jul 13, 2018
    8
    Kali Uchis might have just made one of the most definitive pop records of 2018. The sheer amount of cultural and music influences cannot be understated here. The undertones of R&B, hip hop, lo-fi, funk and raggaeton creep their way into this record and successfully showcase Kali's range as an artist and in a way, is one of the many precedents set for how to make a record with an artist'sKali Uchis might have just made one of the most definitive pop records of 2018. The sheer amount of cultural and music influences cannot be understated here. The undertones of R&B, hip hop, lo-fi, funk and raggaeton creep their way into this record and successfully showcase Kali's range as an artist and in a way, is one of the many precedents set for how to make a record with an artist's background. Take for example tracks like "Tyrant" and "Nuestro Planeta"(Our Planet), songs that are heavily inspired by raggaeton ( a popular style of music in most South American Spanish-speaking countries and the Caribbean) and are lessons on crossover appeal in another country . On top of that, other songs like "Miami", "Just a Stranger", "Flight 22", "Tomorrow" and "After The Storm" are perfect example of these fusions of R&B, hip hop, funk and soul. Man, the more I listen to this album, the more important it feels in the grander pop landscape. And for an artist just getting her start, that's saying a lot.… Expand
  33. gatinhodedeus
    Jun 29, 2018
    10
    kali uchis is so tallented and briliant, amazing album!! jorja smith and reykon gave a new tune to the album, and so completed it perfectly
  34. tassioslv
    Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Kali mais uma vez criando conteúdo perfeito para seus fãs, ela sabe exatamente o que eles querem e entrega um trabalho impecável. A gente dá play no álbum e viaja, consegue ser dançante e relaxante ao mesmo tempo.
  35. JavierQueen
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    Llegando llegando ahora que me doy cuenta es patrón de todo Primal Heart y Melodrama, lo siento pero es la verdad, patrona de todas sirvienta de nadie, cuando lo escuché dije: "Terrora" pero ahora me doy cuenta que la mejor canción de ese álbum es mmmm... TODAS y más Nuestro PlARTneta, mega arte esa caciona
  36. woostar
    May 29, 2018
    8
    The debut album from Colombian singer Kali Uchis is one of the year's best.
  37. thatcopy
    May 29, 2018
    0
    Nothing new or remarkable, a bland attempt to achieve more success in the charts, but not cohesive, dull, boring, a step back in her game.
  38. joseneto
    May 29, 2018
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns de 2018 até agora, voz, sonoridade, tudo no ponto certo. Mal posso esperar para ver ao vivo!
  39. sammyanthony
    May 16, 2018
    9
    Instant classic and perfectly mature for a debut album. I can't totally describe my feelings toward this album even after a month of listening! Kali Uchis is a really strong woman who can make her own style despite the presence of so many solid collaborators. The use of Spanish in several songs really support its ambience.
  40. derbas
    May 15, 2018
    7
    I enjoyed this album even thought her voice is really nothing special, she sings with the same monothone voice on every song but the songs themselves are nice. Not bad overall.
  41. fwtll636
    May 12, 2018
    8
    Kali has a tendency to be redundant, but this album is her step into stardom. Beautiful production, incredible features, and an unparalleled swagger.
  42. vinethewalker
    May 7, 2018
    10
    Kali just closed the Tumblr tab and started to work as a woman, feminist and empowerful human being that want to thrills with her fans way to beautiful latino dream. This is purely Urban/contemporary perfection
  43. LispectorLTX
    May 5, 2018
    9
    On her debut album, Kali Uchis' "Isolation" is something so enviable that not every artist could have. From the first to the last track, this LP shows that latin artists are definitely more than only reggaeton music, keeping quality and virtue on every song that she does, always with so much hard work on it. With this release, we have to say: "Isolation" s everything that Lana Del ReyOn her debut album, Kali Uchis' "Isolation" is something so enviable that not every artist could have. From the first to the last track, this LP shows that latin artists are definitely more than only reggaeton music, keeping quality and virtue on every song that she does, always with so much hard work on it. With this release, we have to say: "Isolation" s everything that Lana Del Rey thinks she sounds like.… Expand
  44. becpotts21
    Apr 28, 2018
    8
    This album is cohesive and Kali effortlessly floats from one genre to another throughout. The only shortcoming is the lack of animation in her vocal performance, which sometimes becomes monotonous. The instrumentation and songwriting is incredible from start to finish.
  45. Wael
    Apr 20, 2018
    8
    Even though obviously drawing inspiration from a lot of musical pioneers around her, Kali Uchis manages to sound like no one else other than herself. "Isolation" is such a strong debut, and a solid statement. Kali's lyricism is smart, and the music, always bald, covers on a wide variety, ranging from hardcore R&B ("Miami", "Just a Stranger") to psychedelic new wave ("Tomorrow", co-writtenEven though obviously drawing inspiration from a lot of musical pioneers around her, Kali Uchis manages to sound like no one else other than herself. "Isolation" is such a strong debut, and a solid statement. Kali's lyricism is smart, and the music, always bald, covers on a wide variety, ranging from hardcore R&B ("Miami", "Just a Stranger") to psychedelic new wave ("Tomorrow", co-written with Kevin Parker, could easily fit on Tame impala's "Currents" album) to even funk ("After the Storm", an excellent collab with Tyler, the Creator). She even sounds like Amy Winehouse on "Feel Like a Fool", and another absolute highlight is "Flight 22", a love song inspired by a plane crash, that establishes Uchis as a versatile artist, willing to go miles with all types of sounds.
    It's safe to say that "Isolation" is a soulful and vibrant record, setting a bar so high for the rest of Uchis' career.    … Expand
  46. bigt187
    Apr 19, 2018
    9
    In his meteoric rise from anonymous to the big public to one of the biggest bets of 2018, Kali Uchis uses his spicy Latin seasoning in conjunction with a diverse list of big names on his back to get attention, of course that second part does not mean almost nothing compared to the talent that the Colombian exudes. Uchis comes undone in his debut which is already considered one of the bestIn his meteoric rise from anonymous to the big public to one of the biggest bets of 2018, Kali Uchis uses his spicy Latin seasoning in conjunction with a diverse list of big names on his back to get attention, of course that second part does not mean almost nothing compared to the talent that the Colombian exudes. Uchis comes undone in his debut which is already considered one of the best works of the year.

    Isolation (Virgin / 2018) is the debut album of the Colombian star, a work that can be divided into two instinctively moving parts, the first marked by a more radio sound and a second where the artist leaves his person hitmaker and delivery an even more intimate work, without ceasing to experience sounds, one of the registry mark. Kali Uchis proves that not having a comfort zone does not mean a bad job. What's more, Isolation is a nice taste that eating from the sides can result in an excellent result, after several partnerships and a not so commented EP, your album came out of the universally acclaimed oven, a beautiful achievement for a debut.

    The work is an armistice between contemporary tendencies and the old school, both coexisting in harmony. A springy air rules the album along with a warm nostalgia, it is a magnificent experience. Kali sings in a calm and sensual way, without sounding fabricated or forced, an excellent job, diverse of influences and collaborators, some very unusual, and the most unusual of all is that she performs well in all of them, from reggaeton in the sunny and provocative "Nuestro Planeta" (A beautiful sample of his potential of hitmaker) until the psychedelismo of Kevin Parker (Tame Impala) in Tomorrow. A work about the jovial strength of an immigrant in a new country, a bold and sincere album.

    In the fifteen tracks on her debut album, the artist demonstrates a mastery and dexterity that only someone with a natural gift or a great time of dedication could demonstrate. Far from being conformist or eccentric, Isolation is, above all, a great record and I lack adjectives to describe how much this album deserves to be heard.    … Expand
  47. bodakyellow
    Apr 18, 2018
    10
    This beautiful album has expanded my love for Kali immensely and will continue to do so for many years to come. Favourite tracks: Miami, Nuestro Planeta, In My Dreams, After The Storm
  48. AntonioUchoa
    Apr 15, 2018
    8
    What a strong debut my friends. I have never heard an album with so many textures in life. A bunch of genres, Pop, R&B, a pinch of Funk and Reaggaeton. Dammit! Kali make this album a masterpiece with her vocals and attitude towards the music lyrics. It is a well-produced album with simplicity; the melodies are so smooth and rich whatsoever. You cannot avoid her invite into her world,What a strong debut my friends. I have never heard an album with so many textures in life. A bunch of genres, Pop, R&B, a pinch of Funk and Reaggaeton. Dammit! Kali make this album a masterpiece with her vocals and attitude towards the music lyrics. It is a well-produced album with simplicity; the melodies are so smooth and rich whatsoever. You cannot avoid her invite into her world, passion, and personal claims involving her statements.… Expand
  49. GuyIsHot
    Apr 14, 2018
    10
    Best debut since SZA's CTRL. A beautifully crafted masterpiece which is more than anything an interesting combination of genres, styles of singing and collabs.
  50. LaMikiMinach
    Apr 13, 2018
    10
    I randomly downloaded this album and listened to it in full while riding the bus, and that was simply amazing. The album really works as a whole : each sound is different yet cohesive, each track took my mind to a different place, and overall it was extremely relaxing to listen to. LOVED IT
  51. CHICHORRO
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    All album so good and fantastic, one the best´s albums of the year sure.
    I hope you will be nominated for a Grammy
  52. vonzmirlen
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    There is no track one would skip in Isolation. Great first album by Kali Uchis. Wouldn't have expected anything less from her.
  53. jjh335
    Apr 11, 2018
    8
    Kali Uchis comes through with a very melodic and well sung album. He voice was paired well with the production, and the features were great too. Overall, it was a great album with many great songs.
  54. Popfection
    Apr 11, 2018
    9
    'Isolation' can really do no wrong. Every single song fits into this giant puzzle, and although some songs aren't as prevalent in my memory as others, each song is unique and fresh with every listen. I'm so happy with this release, and so happy to see Uchis getting the recognition deserved. I'd recommend anyone to give this a few listens, this record is worth it.

    Essentials: Miami,    'Isolation' can really do no wrong. Every single song fits into this giant puzzle, and although some songs aren't as prevalent in my memory as others, each song is unique and fresh with every listen. I'm so happy with this release, and so happy to see Uchis getting the recognition deserved. I'd recommend anyone to give this a few listens, this record is worth it.

    Essentials: Miami, Tyrant, Dead To Me, After The Storm

    Visit popfection.net for a full review and other music recommendations!    … Expand
  55. DJJew
    Apr 9, 2018
    10
    The funky and soulful production all over this album is phenomenal, especially when combined with Kali's beautiful voice, the features on here are very solid, overall this is a very strong debut album and i hope she gains more recognition.

    favorite tracks: Miami, Just A Stranger, Your Teeth In My Neck, Dead To Me, (just to name a few)
  56. samwich21
    Apr 9, 2018
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it, - Isolation is all of those things. Kali Uchis' debut album is never a bore and is a completely refreshing listen. I hope to hear more fromTalented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it, - Isolation is all of those things. Kali Uchis' debut album is never a bore and is a completely refreshing listen. I hope to hear more from her in the future! My favorite tracks are "After the Storm", "Nuestro Planeta", and "In My Dreams."… Expand
  57. Paulo_Jorge
    Apr 8, 2018
    9
    Worth the hype, just an awesome Pop / R&B record for her impressive debut..
  58. michellejyxu
    Apr 8, 2018
    9
    already one of the best albums of 2018 and beats a hell of a lot of the albums released in 2017. kali outdid herself - it's cohesive yet surprising in the best ways.
  59. Llan
    Apr 8, 2018
    10
    A voz dela contagia e é muito viciante. Me lembrou da Amy Winehouse, porém, sem jazz e toda atitude. É mais suave e doce. Os gêneros explorados no álbum são diversos, da bossa nova até reggaeton, porém eles combinam muito bem e não parecem incoerentes. As letras também são muito boas.
  60. alvdoes
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Kali really did what she was trying to do with this one. The album has this awesome atmosphere that surrounds every single track - and because of that don't think they're all the same; they're totally unique. What can I say? It's perfect.
  61. aleppo
    Apr 7, 2018
    9
    Wow. Prior to this album, my only experience with Kali Uchis involved her as a featured artist, but she now has my full and undivided attention. Isolation is a sublime record, to put it concisely. Its production is some of the best I've heard in quite some time, weaving in and out of eras and genres with awe-inspiring ease. In echoing the sentiments of both critics and consumers, UchisWow. Prior to this album, my only experience with Kali Uchis involved her as a featured artist, but she now has my full and undivided attention. Isolation is a sublime record, to put it concisely. Its production is some of the best I've heard in quite some time, weaving in and out of eras and genres with awe-inspiring ease. In echoing the sentiments of both critics and consumers, Uchis possesses this uncannily natural ability to adopt a variety of sounds and influences without ever coming off as contrived or seeming out of place. Isolation is the Colombian-American singer's coming-out party, and Kali Uchis has made it clear that she is here to stay.

    Highlights include 'Miami,' 'Just a Stranger,' 'Flight 22,' and 'Gotta Get Up (Interlude)'.    … Expand
  62. romakrysa
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    This is one of my favorite R&B albums of all time so far. Thank you Kali for this amazing work.
  63. Picthforkei
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Kali é umas melhores artistas do seculo, felizmente aclamadissima com 88. obrigado por tudo kali
  64. jrodrigs
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    This album is a masterpiece from the beginning to the end. The sonority mixed with the lyrics give me chills, and I love ot.
  65. TomIce1234
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Unbelievable. Every song was a sheer pleasure to listen to, Kali’s voice, songwriting and production is impeccable. She’s managed to fuse many genres into a unique sound that’s just beautiful. Love it!
  66. alexforrest99
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Queen Kali did just THAT! She scalped me really bad and had me shook till I passed out on my bedroom's wooden Burmese floor. She is the only artist that has a nice Intro apart from Xtina!!
  67. thenayan
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    The production is amazing with chill R&B sounds and her voice sounds great. Definitely one of my favorite releases of the year so far.
  68. andrespinov
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Kali is a genius, she is working with people with their own style and now she got the her one. The lyrics and sounds make you feel wonderful in your dreams just like she says.
  69. lauradelreyxo
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    My girl Kali did that the album is amazing :) thanks Kali for doing this for me i love you girl
  70. LaloAlatorre
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Kali logró superarse con esta obra maestra del R&B poniendo en alto a su Colombia y dando un ejemplo de como realmente HACER BUENA MUSICA.
  71. wahyunx
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    A strong debut that shows not only Uchis's amazing songwritting skills but also her vocal abilities and how she can make a 15-track album go by so seamless and effortless.
  72. ANDRESOVALLE6
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Con una gran mezcla de sonidos, kali Uchis refresca la escena musical con un largo pero muy emotivo álbum mostrándose tal cual es.
  73. juanmanueltorov
    Apr 6, 2018
    9
    How she manges her voice in every track is delicous, the featuring tracks are very weel executed and the production is great. Something you have to listen to.
  74. TrentRey
    Apr 6, 2018
    9
    The best r&b album since Sza-Ctrl. I really enjoyed the tone of this album. It has great songwriting and production for each track. The sound of the album is different from Por Vida. I really love the growth. This is the best album I heard all year. The features on this album are great. Overall, if you love good music, listen to this album. Add this to your playlist.
  75. DominicBelisle
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    This album is by far the closest thing music will ever be to Amy Winehouse and other likings of the R&B era of the 70s-80s-90s and 00s. The opening track "Body Language (Intro)" opens the album with the freshest sound music has seen in a while. Kali Uchis is an icon in the making. Tracks like After the Storm and Tyrant will give you a flashback to a hot California night under the moonlightThis album is by far the closest thing music will ever be to Amy Winehouse and other likings of the R&B era of the 70s-80s-90s and 00s. The opening track "Body Language (Intro)" opens the album with the freshest sound music has seen in a while. Kali Uchis is an icon in the making. Tracks like After the Storm and Tyrant will give you a flashback to a hot California night under the moonlight ocean. By far, this album surpasses expectations and Uchis proves that she is a serious artist. This album will be at every "Best albums of the year" end list, and will most likely have many Grammy nominations and hopefully, awards.… Expand
  76. oliver_gibbon
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Uchis' latest release is almost comedic in sheer quality and cohesion of sound
  77. draediamond
    Apr 6, 2018
    9
    Her growth from Drunken Babble has finally reached the climax and an album like this indicates that this climax will be long lasting. The production is extremely polished along with all of the song lyrics. Uchis relates to everyone while abandoning cliche song destinations and corny played out phrases. This type of debut album is the type of album that would top discographies and she hitHer growth from Drunken Babble has finally reached the climax and an album like this indicates that this climax will be long lasting. The production is extremely polished along with all of the song lyrics. Uchis relates to everyone while abandoning cliche song destinations and corny played out phrases. This type of debut album is the type of album that would top discographies and she hit the mark on her first try. Uchis might just be a legend in the making only time will tell. This album will obviously end up on so many year end lists and it's well deserved for a great artist who's been underrated for so many years.… Expand
  78. xxccvv
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Very good album, very chill, cohesive. The production is amazing and shows her true style very well.
  79. omarruiz
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    This album provides a very chill and fresh R&B/Soul sound. She seems like a whole new fresh artist ready to get her spotlight. No one can deny that this is a phenomenal debut album with amazing productions, and amazing lyrics. DON'T SLEEP ON HER.
  80. mokshaj
    Apr 6, 2018
    9
    a very consistent and good album, the production is phenomenal with a very fresh r&b

Awards & Rankings

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#24 Best Album of 2018
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#21 Most Discussed Album of 2018

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
87

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. The Guardian
    Dec 21, 2018
    80
    Isolation is a record that feels rich, self-assured and deeply personal--and one that should ensure Uchis isn’t relegated to second billing ever again.
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  2. AllMusic
    Dec 4, 2018
    80
    For all its entertaining art-pop feats, Isolation is just as remarkable for serious moments like "Killer," in which Uchis reaches a high degree of anguish that only real-life experience can arouse.
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  3. No Ripcord
    May 22, 2018
    70
    With such a wide-ranging collection of retro sounds blended into one record, the fact that the album’s near 45-minute runtime avoids any real stale moments is another triumph from Uchis.
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