The Inevitable End
by Röyksopp
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
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  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Nov 7, 2014
    91
    The self-proclaimed final album showcases the best of the duo's trance-y instrumentals, propulsive hooks, and bubbling beats. [14/21 Nov 2014, p.105]
  2. Exclaim
    Nov 7, 2014
    90
    While we wait to see what lays in store for Röyksopp's future, we can be thankful that they've offered us such fully realized package, one that reminds us of the power of the full-length and of what has made them such singular figures in electronic music.
  3. The Line of Best Fit
    Nov 6, 2014
    90
    This is a stunning record, principally because of its narrative arc and complete cohesion--it's easy to see why they're leaving the traditional format if they've perfected it.
  5. Q Magazine
    Dec 8, 2014
    80
    It tails off slightly with too much frosted minor chord melancholy and some monochrome male vocalists, but there's nothing to suggest creative exhaustion. [Jan 2015, p.129]
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  6. Uncut
    Dec 4, 2014
    80
    The Inevitable End is a bittersweet triumph. [Jan 2015, p.76]
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  7. Mojo
    Nov 19, 2014
    80
    [The Inevitable End] overflows with regret and sorrow. [Dec 2014, p.96]
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  8. PopMatters
    Nov 13, 2014
    80
    The Inevitable End will never be looked upon as a terribly uplifting experience, but its lyrical content treats heartache, despair, self-hatred, remorse, depression, and the fear of the unknown with utter respect.
  9. AllMusic
    Nov 10, 2014
    80
    It's a strong finale in the duo's signature style and whether or not this truly is the end or merely the end of their album era, The Inevitable End sits among the best in Röyksopp's catalog.
  10. DIY Magazine
    Nov 10, 2014
    80
    The Inevitable End accepts its own strengths and faults in one fatal blow, just like any last gasp should.
  11. musicOMH.com
    Nov 6, 2014
    80
    The Inevitable End, whilst more reflective and introspective, is little different. If this is the end of this current stage of the Röyksopp story, it’s a pretty classy way to bow out.
  12. Pretty Much Amazing
    Nov 14, 2014
    75
    The Inevitable End closes Röyksopp’s career with neither a bang nor a whimper.
  13. Billboard.com
    Nov 11, 2014
    70
    The album builds on the pair's impressive collaborative EP with Robyn, Do It Again, reinforcing that project's themes of legacy, repetition and dedication.
  14. Slant Magazine
    Nov 10, 2014
    70
    Though the album doesn't skimp on potentially insufferable moments of bottom-lip-biting farewell (the final song is titled "Thank You," after all), the best tracks boast a fiercely renewed energy that suggests Berge and Brundtland still have much more to offer.

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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 46 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 46
  3. Negative: 2 out of 46
  1. MattCody18
    Jan 25, 2015
    10
    Royksopp have released their best album yet, it's almost fitting that this is their grand finale of the album format. The album itself has atRoyksopp have released their best album yet, it's almost fitting that this is their grand finale of the album format. The album itself has at least 7 instant favorites, with Sordid Affair being my personal spotlight.

    T.I.E is nowhere near perfect, but regardless, in my opinion this album does warrant a 10. At first, I really didn't enjoy the album but after about the 4th replay, I really started to embrace most of the songs for what they really are: a bittersweet lullaby.

    If you've listened to previous Royksopp albums in the past and liked them, I highly recommend listening to The Inevitable End.    … Full Review »
  2. Frikomid
    Nov 12, 2014
    10
    Here they come again. They've put together the best of Junior and the best of Senior in one Double-Album. They even have collaborations withHere they come again. They've put together the best of Junior and the best of Senior in one Double-Album. They even have collaborations with Robyn, Susanne Sundfor and other incredible people who add a great "touch" to their music. I couldn't be more satisfied with T.I.E.… Full Review »
  3. Joffnatic
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    This album has in the last 6 years never left my rotation. I'll never forget when I first discovered it in late 2016, and it truly changed theThis album has in the last 6 years never left my rotation. I'll never forget when I first discovered it in late 2016, and it truly changed the way I listened to music as a teenager back then.… Full Review »
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