Music to Be Murdered By - Side B (Deluxe Edition)
by Eminem
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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 549 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 38 out of 549
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  1. Dalepus
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    At the beginning i was unsure about the whole album. Eminem didnt sound hungry on this one. Hes also not angry anymore, but arter a couple of listens i found this album a masterpiece!

    Fav tracks: She Loves Me, Book of rhymes, Gnat, These demons, zeus, discombobulated, black magic, Alfreds theme
    Least fav: Killer, guns blazing,
  2. EscapeFromLA
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    Really strong album from an artist now known for inconsistency. This surprise release is shockingly one of the best things he’s done in 15 years.
  3. RexToother
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    How does he keep doing this? Insane lyricism with amazing production.
    GOAT
  4. Shantiaazizian
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    Lets say this album contains all versions of Eminem that we have witnessed through the years. This side is better than the last one. The producing and the lyrics in this album is even superior to the A-side. Thanks Em
  5. GeorgeJH
    Dec 21, 2020
    9
    Heard the side B from track 1 to 16, and then heard the album from track 1 to 36 multiple times before leaving the review. Let me start with the "yikes" first. I admit, as loyal a stan as I am, there are definitely filler tracks that I can do fine without. But apart from skips like In Too Deep, Farewell, and Favorite **** the overall project is just pure dominance. Here's the thing, beingHeard the side B from track 1 to 16, and then heard the album from track 1 to 36 multiple times before leaving the review. Let me start with the "yikes" first. I admit, as loyal a stan as I am, there are definitely filler tracks that I can do fine without. But apart from skips like In Too Deep, Farewell, and Favorite **** the overall project is just pure dominance. Here's the thing, being lyrically smart and aggressive is nothing new to Em, and that there are a few wordplays that are dangerously swaying between punchlines and dad jokes. But its replay value is immense at least to me, as the production is up to date, and just when I imagined Em should be out of new syllables to rhyme, he still pulls it off with new rhyme schemes and flows.

    Fire album overall, suitable for both listening very attentively and playing in the background.    … Expand
  6. MrSonata
    Dec 20, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I enjoyed the album. There are bangers as well as songs that detail his feelings and thoughts. Again, the syllable smithing is out of this world. I would like to see less romantic songs from Eminem only because they feel soulless and really just filler. The toxic tracks of the past like Love The Way You Lie struck gold but efforts like In Too Deep, Farewell, and more seem forced and merely rehashes of unsuccessful tracks seen before on Kamikaze, Revival, and MMLP2. Still, the lyrical content and the wordsmithing outweighs most negatives to the album as Eminem seems to craft rhymes and verses more for fun than for any specific goal. As an Eminem album goes, there are dozens of lines dedicated to a figurative woman that he ks borderline harassing with pick-up lines that remind you of a dad joke book. The energy picks up with tracks like "Higher," and "Book of Rhymes" which see Eminem strive for more achievements in a rap game that increasingly deems him an outdated lyricist. Does Eminem get better with time? It depends. The argument can still be made that Eminem cannot build the best song with a limited skill set. However, when teamed up with artists like White Gold or Royce da 5'9", he can ride the highs of his peers while shining in his own lyrical aspect.

    This album highlights a growing concern with Eminem stans and his doubters - what can this man say that he hasn't already? Does he have stories that he can still share that will engage an avid hip-hop fan? If so, would it have been better to replace more club styled songs like "Killer," or, "Those Kinda Nights," with more raw subject matter? It seems like Slim has stepped out of the mindset that involves having to fit the needs of all of his doubters, but it will take more than high speed flows to capture the young followers of a much different scene than the one Eminem stepped onto. Now, we wait... to see where the Rap God moves next.    … Expand
  7. Sonic_Shady
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    It's really good it reminds me of an old eminem and slim shady.................
  8. Prevailation
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    This far exceeds the bar that was set by its predecessor. It seems like Eminem is back to having fun in the booth again, wordplay, beat switches, and hints of Dr.Dre lead this to be his best work in years.
  9. Ramie4
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    He proves again why he is the Greatest lyrical artist of all time. Beat selection was good. Beat switches are great. Side B is filled with side A songs for just about any other rapper.
  10. vk32
    Dec 20, 2020
    9
    I guess people are just going to get on the hate train and just refuse to get down, whatever are you going to through at them. Side B is actually as good as Side A, if not better.
  11. Keneilwe
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Great step up from MTBMB - Side A.
    side b is pretty great and much much more enjoyable than Side A, which was released in January and it was alright for the time being and the highest point of Side A topped the lowest. Biggest problem on side was Em sticking to a theme! nonetheless it was the best we’ve heard from him in year. Especially after the Revival/ Kamikaze fiasco. So this deluxe    Great step up from MTBMB - Side A.
    side b is pretty great and much much more enjoyable than Side A, which was released in January and it was alright for the time being and the highest point of Side A topped the lowest. Biggest problem on side was Em sticking to a theme! nonetheless it was the best we’ve heard from him in year. Especially after the Revival/ Kamikaze fiasco. So this deluxe is honestly a breath of fresh air and Eminem seemingly having fun and testing out new and more modern sound with songs like “Book of Rhymes” “Killer” “Zeus” & “Favorite B*tch” hit the highlight of Side B is honestly his goofy lyrics and clever but dad-like jokes rhymes which honestly ARE funny but can come across “corny” to fans coming onto this album expecting top tier lyricism :( and hard punching bars upon bars..
    The last song in the deluxe is the most interesting as we gets throwback Eminem or as he yells at the beginning of “Discombobulated” , ACCENTSSSSSS” which was so nostalgic to hear and the song doesn’t disappoint as we hear a song that could’ve EASILY been on Relapse, with Dr Dre handling the production in this it’s a certified banger and a win for Relapse stans (like me!)    … Expand
  12. lincolnsch99
    Dec 20, 2020
    8
    This album's quality caught me by surprise. Eminem was able to blend his old style with some new trap-type beats with songs such as Gnat and Book of Rhymes. My top songs from this album (in no particular order): Alfred's Theme, Book of Rhymes, Gnat, Zeus, Discombobulated. Also honorable mention to Key-Skit for being hilarious.
  13. Tom_Supreme
    Dec 20, 2020
    9
    Way better than his last three albums combined. The beats are fresh, Marshall is hungry and his victims are without a chance to get out unharmed from this lyrical massacre.
  14. ahmedmohsen
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    it's better the the first one with more enjoyable and memorable songs in it compared to the one he dropped earlier this year
  15. Dumainemike
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Amazinggggggg, I love this album. It has some of the highest production value of any Eminem album and his rhyme schemes are next level.
  16. Aryan3000
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    What an end to 2020
    he is back with 16 more tracks and tbh its the most enjoyable tracks by him after a while the beats are different sounding and his flow is different too had a great time listening!
  17. socialGangsta
    Dec 20, 2020
    9
    New sound, new flows and new era for the king of rap. Anyone who listens closely will know that this album is an upgrade from the previous one. Showing that the artist takes a good notice of what people say.
  18. amir3B
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Men look at this critics still hating eminem lol but you forgot he just don’t give a ****
  19. D1stracted
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Side B is even better than Side A. Almost all songs are dope, especially Gnat, Zeus and Alfred's Theme.… Expand
  20. chieftracey
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Great album!
    That Relapse vibe at the end of album made me repeat an entire album..
  21. debo1089
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    This album is that good that it make me look at this year like a dream full of luciveness.
  22. NELLYS0N
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    This might be one of Em's best albums since The Eminem Show, and I don't say that lightly considering I love his entire discography. The way he incorporates his style and flow into more modern beats takes them to another level that the majority of artists today could never achieve or even dream of. And those beat changes though... killing the game! This is the perfect infusion of ShadyThis might be one of Em's best albums since The Eminem Show, and I don't say that lightly considering I love his entire discography. The way he incorporates his style and flow into more modern beats takes them to another level that the majority of artists today could never achieve or even dream of. And those beat changes though... killing the game! This is the perfect infusion of Shady with the "new era" of hip-hop; current sounding beats with the spirit and feel of classic and new Eminem. His previous album ("Side A" of MTBMB) was already solid, but this just builds on that and somehow makes it even better. I feel like he had a lot of fun on this project, and is back in his element like old times. Then of course, there's the lyrics, flow, punchlines, entendres, metaphors, wordplay, etc. that are insane as always, and I'll probably be deciphering them for months to come lol. I love it! This album is truly a masterpiece, and an instant classic imo. The fact that we got two Eminem albums this year (and a lot of other great music) is at least one good thing I can say about 2020, and was a great way to open and close it out. Thank you Em for saving it as much as you could!… Expand
  23. sugarshady
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Finally after all the leaks and hints.... HE FINALLY DROPPED IT. Great album! Fresh and different sound.
    The Rap God is back!
  24. AmirRam
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Fire as always. Eminem's music never gets old. He's the goat and everyone with the right mind knows that. Great beats with amazing lyrics!
  25. pasichnyk
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Best we've seen from Eminem in while. Got this album on repeat right now! Pure GOLD!
  26. kakolukiah
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Like wine, he only gets better with time. Best Christmas present! It was a pleasure to buy and listen to this album!
  27. Anddefatkhi
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Good album to end the bad year, little different the side A, but same theme
  28. isaacb263
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Really consistent, insane wordplay, really good & diverse production. Good use of features. Just a fun album to listen to. I liked Side A but side B is def better
  29. josephghassemi
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Eminem is unstoppable. These reviews which are accusing him of saying the same things over and over do not get what an artist's signature and motifs are by definition. This album is so perfect, and the lyrics need to be put under heavy scrutiny to be fathomed. The production is perfect also. The crritics seem like a bunch of arrogant naysayers who are just repeating everything about himEminem is unstoppable. These reviews which are accusing him of saying the same things over and over do not get what an artist's signature and motifs are by definition. This album is so perfect, and the lyrics need to be put under heavy scrutiny to be fathomed. The production is perfect also. The crritics seem like a bunch of arrogant naysayers who are just repeating everything about him over and over even without paying attention to the music. It seems they are justvproving what they already believe in, and that is hating the artist. Even without paying enough heed to what the art is. In my oppinion, the critics are losing touch with reality and while Eminem's music keeps evolving they just continue to hate it cause of the past prejudices they hold against him as a person. This album is great, his fans and music listeners mostly love it, and I just do not believe the harsh critics that I have encountered about it, they are just so unfair.… Expand
  30. Amirsz
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums of 2020 maybe even the best Eminem really did some solid work
  31. SirGronkSpike
    Dec 19, 2020
    8
    great album, just wish it had more topic variations. think it could’ve also benefited with a track or two no the more serious tone, but Em hasnt sounded this enthusiastic or energized in a long time.
  32. Barlog
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love the newschool fashion in which the album was produced. Em once again shows incredible technical ability and manages to cover a wide range of topics, while staying on the highest level of wordplay, If a rapper only has one situation in their entire 2 decades career in which they release 2 album within the same year, you'd guess it was most likely their first and secondI absolutely love the newschool fashion in which the album was produced. Em once again shows incredible technical ability and manages to cover a wide range of topics, while staying on the highest level of wordplay, If a rapper only has one situation in their entire 2 decades career in which they release 2 album within the same year, you'd guess it was most likely their first and second album. Here comes nearly 50 year old Eminem doing this with his 10th and 11th album. "I guess I don't have much left to prove... yeah I do, haha" ` Higher… Expand
  33. realshahidafrid
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing mix of new and old Eminem. Insanely zany wordplay blended with so many flows throughout the album makes for an album I'll keep revisiting. By far the best selection of beats on an Eminem album.
  34. Sepehrsm19
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Fits perfectly to complete the whole album I suppose. Really liked the different vibes of songs such and “GNAT” or “Discombobulated” and “Zeus”. It was something I can listen to multiple times in a row and don’t feel them to be repetitive.
  35. HeelSuicide
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Just amazing how a rapper who raps for more than 20 years make one of his best albums with nearly 50 years old.
    Hope it wasn´t his last one
  36. Hopeless_Daniel
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Интереснейшая работа , с битами камикадзе , недружелюбной атмосферой , и с некоторыми треками с ностальгическим стилем.
  37. Benkton
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Surprisingly good record with his best cover yet. His best (with A side ofc) since Relapse.
  38. Ajh3433
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    What a delight side B is! I was very impressed with how well it fit with what is now MTBMB side A. Not many features but the beats are sharp and Em's lines are sharper. I really enjoyed his flow and cadences on this project. He is speaking lighter and flowing with a laid back feel but still getting intense at times. Standout tracks are Gnat and Zeus, in my opinion. Alfred's Theme is also aWhat a delight side B is! I was very impressed with how well it fit with what is now MTBMB side A. Not many features but the beats are sharp and Em's lines are sharper. I really enjoyed his flow and cadences on this project. He is speaking lighter and flowing with a laid back feel but still getting intense at times. Standout tracks are Gnat and Zeus, in my opinion. Alfred's Theme is also a great show of Em's lyrical gymnastics. Em seems to be having fun and you can hear it on these new tracks.… Expand
  39. Jonathan216
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Just sounds like he was really enjoying doing this. It’s amazing honestly. Liked it more than the first part of the album that came out in January and I had already enjoyed that part a lot.
  40. DarkBlue79
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    This is really one of his best works. No doubt, this is definitely a classic for me
  41. RampantRome
    Dec 19, 2020
    6
    A weak 6/10, good tracks are gnat, zeus, alfreds theme, discombobulated, higher and favourite **** meh tracks are guns blazing, book of rhymes, killer and tone deaf and bad tracks are black magic and she loves me my favourite is zeus and least favourite she loves me.
  42. Junkrat
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    A lot of interesting stuff in this.
    I love how he played around with surround sound in 'Killer'. That was quite notable and surprising
  43. jasongotham
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    just another one of em's lyrically masterpiece albums.....
    beats were just awesome compared to his previous discographies and great features!!
  44. onfirevasie
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Good thing: Eminem is trying to blend in with different beats and finally being chill on an album (almost). It just feels like Eminem was pissed off, now he is calming down, and there's a hope that we are going to see him in his happy place back again
  45. SuryaRogers
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Well.... Finally after all the leaks and hints.... HE FINALLY DROPPED IT. I thought it was just some songs he didn't wanna include on MTBMB but I was shocked when I listened to it... The beats, the flow, the bars, the hooks, I mean come on ! Name a better lyricist than him. The album was FIRE. People thought he lost it but he just keeps getting better. And the lyrics... OH MY GOD !! TOTALWell.... Finally after all the leaks and hints.... HE FINALLY DROPPED IT. I thought it was just some songs he didn't wanna include on MTBMB but I was shocked when I listened to it... The beats, the flow, the bars, the hooks, I mean come on ! Name a better lyricist than him. The album was FIRE. People thought he lost it but he just keeps getting better. And the lyrics... OH MY GOD !! TOTAL BARS.... All songs in MTBMB side B is fire.... There are no boring songs. The album is 100% worth it ! And SHADY IS BACK !!… Expand
  46. Alistad24
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    A very solid album, Em is pushing 50 and still raps better than most rappers these days...
  47. dwaiko
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Wayyy better than anything he dropped the last 6 years, imo on the same level as mmlp 2 or relapse
  48. Neun
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is AMAZING. Awesome rhyming ,flow switching and beat switching. It's Classic … Expand
  49. NadulJ
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Everything is amazing, from the lyrics and wordplay to the horror themed production, and it flows so well. Best thing Em has done in ages.
  50. Alexll
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best I've heard him sound since MMLP2, absolutely brilliant. Made this terrible year a little less terrible… Expand
  51. octao
    Dec 19, 2020
    8
    absolutely better than side A, and also better than revival and kamikaze, just 2 trash songs (She Loves me + black magic), good producing, better featurings, more catchy ones, and surely mtbmb side b is in his top five.
  52. MichaelKR
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Отличный альбом, биты хороши, да здесь всё круто.
  53. Mackarlm12
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Incredible, creative and genius! His ability to tell stories that flow seamlessly never gets old. A legend that can do no wrong. Great album worth buying and listening to again and again and again.
  54. Ferb1996
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eminem is taking this "horrorcore" genre to a very different level. We can say this is a advanced version of "Relapse".… Expand
  55. CHristianLamar
    Dec 18, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I would only like to quote the grand hilarious-ness that is:
    “OrAnaNA”
    And then:
    “What rhymes with ‘pariah?’
    (I don’t know) ...LeGo?”    … Expand
  56. KatrinB
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Even better than Side A, no skips and the production is great. Gnat is a masterpiece! Really reminds me of his older albums
  57. Compuitguy
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Another great album

    Eminem has been proving that he is one of the GOATs if not the GOAT
  58. finchmcbtngt
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Album serves as a love letter to enthusiastic fans such as myself where Marshall harkens back to all old eras with a satisfactory culmination.
  59. vichy97
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Better beats and better hooks. There is only thing it`s worse than SIDE A and that`s music guests and even they are not bad here. I mean Dre? Cmon! He is getting better and better since Revival!
  60. HulkisHulk
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    So still Side A have higher highs but having skips like ''In too deep, Farewell, Stepdad''. Side B is more consistent and have one skip ''She Loves Me'' so I love the production in both side. Beat transitions are gold. And some of corny lines but he's doing on purpose I love some of them. So let's check the ratings.

    Side A: 8.5/10
    Side B: 8.5-9/10
    Overall: Strong 9/10
  61. mertsmellow
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    It is just amazing that Eminem is dropping albums even he’s 48 years old....
  62. Lp394
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love this this is better then side a and i love that too eminem is on one this year just having fun here just making music for his stans not trying to appeal to the masses THE BEST TO EVER DO IT
  63. vncl
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    This album is crazy, so crazy that it became my favourite album form eminem.
  64. HotTaton
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    Good addition to the brilliant first part and bridge between kamikaze and mtbmb pt.1
  65. AhmetYusuf
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    The Rap God is back!
    We expected this album not gonna lie and I wasn't hyped so much but when he dropped I said to myself "You fckin idiot he's Eminem and he never disappoints his fans." So he did it again. Another surprise album and another chance to us to brake the replay button!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. HipHopDX
    Dec 31, 2020
    70
    Side B is a 16-track expansion that delivers familiar territory with some pops of Em at his sharpest.
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  2. Beats Per Minute
    Dec 28, 2020
    67
    Side B is not a total miss though, nor even a miss at all. Once Mathers stumbles through this opening salvo and the awkward bits of “Tone Deaf”, the album settles into a comfortable space, and even becomes enjoyable.
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  3. Exclaim
    Dec 21, 2020
    70
    Over the three-song run of "Alfred's Theme" (which jacks Charles Gounod's "Funeral March of a Marionette," best known as the theme music to Alfred Hitchcock Presents, to delirious effect), "Tone Deaf," and "Book of Rhymes" (which climaxes with a flurry of DJ Premier scratches), Slim Shady stuffs more rewind-worthy punchlines and flow variations than most rappers will deliver in a whole career. ... Other attempts feel more forced. ... More compelling are the two tracks produced by D.A. Got That Dope.
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