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- Summary: The ninth studio release for the British grime artist features guest appearances from such artists as Far East Movement, French Montana, Ghetts, Kano, Lethal Bizzle, Ms D, Emeli Sandé, Tinchy Stryder, and Tulisa.
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- Record Label: Warner Bros.
- Genre(s): Rap
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Positive: 4 out of 10
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Mixed: 6 out of 10
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Apr 2, 2013While keeping his music fantastically fresh and of the moment, this often causes a speedy ageing process.
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Apr 2, 2013There may be a general lack of aggression or grit this time round, but this is more than countered by an impressive selection of songs.
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UncutApr 2, 2013It's the bruised and pensive love songs, such as "Broken Thoughts" and "Ninja," and the sci-fi sleaze of "Chainsaw," that stick and make The Ascent a contrived pop product with its heart and mind intact. [May 20113, p.79]
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Apr 2, 2013There are legitimate bangers, such as First Class and So Alive, but few of the tracks have that wild Wiley kick, because he hasn't produced any of them.
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Apr 8, 2013["Skillzone" is] one the few times the album offers a "punch in the gut." Everything else is more "hands in the air" and from every radio-friendly strain of wonky pop, giving the impression that The Ascent is a mixtape of Wiley features and not a proper album.
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Apr 2, 2013Only the LP’s soaring ‘Intro’ hints at greatness, and despite the raw talent on display, the dose is diluted and the sum total falls short.
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Apr 2, 2013There’ve been worse assaults on the ears, that’s for sure. But for fans of the original eski sound, it’s a shame that Wiley has his eyes fixed too intently on his Ascent.
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Positive: 1 out of 1
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Mixed: 0 out of 1
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Jun 8, 2013
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