Struggler
by Genesis Owusu
  • Record Label: Ourness
  • Release Date: Aug 18, 2023
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82

Universal acclaim - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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  1. The Guardian
    Aug 17, 2023
    60
    What Comes Will Come, a skronking synth-pop-rap song, finds Owusu-Ansah sinking himself into production that strikes an interesting midpoint between goth-rock and shimmering synth-funk, one of the rare moments on the album that feels musically akin to the disorienting genre mashup of Smiling With No Teeth. These passages offer welcome electricity on an album that too often plays it safe and plays it vague – capitalising on an algorithm-breaking debut with more of the same.

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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Gnirbla
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    In his compelling sophomore album "Struggler," Ghanaian-Australian artist Genesis Owusu, hailing from Canberra, delves into the existentialIn his compelling sophomore album "Struggler," Ghanaian-Australian artist Genesis Owusu, hailing from Canberra, delves into the existential struggle between humanity and higher powers, drawing lyrical inspiration from Franz Kafka's disquieting novel "The Metamorphosis." Building on the acclaim garnered by his 2021 debut "Smiling with No Teeth," Owusu enriches his unique musical landscape, skillfully blending punk-inflected spoken word, soulful falsetto melodies, Prince-inspired funk, and resonant post-punk guitars. The album serves as a testament to Owusu's ability to not only interpret the complexities of the world but also to continuously reimagine his already innovative musical style, showcasing the breadth of his eclectic taste. Give it a listen!… Full Review »
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