Trench
by Twenty One Pilots
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Oct 5, 2018
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  1. TheFatAnt
    Oct 10, 2018
    10
    Their best album so far, a cohesive, introspective and beautiful album with a really cool concept and story.
  2. Pedrohabitz
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    The melodies, lyrics and of course their mix of multiples genres is so authentic. trench is tøp in essence
  3. melodyluv
    Oct 12, 2018
    10
    Although Trench is a concept album, it doesn't require you to understand the story for you to enjoy it. One thing I can say is that this is their most cohesive album yet. The sound, the instrumentation, the lyricism show a more mature side of them. I still can't figure what my favourite song on this album but the 3 strong contenders are Neon Gravestones, Bandito, Chlorine and My Blood.
  4. therileywood
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    This album shows so much growth and maturity from the duo. You will not hear better production on a record this year (Levitate is a GREAT example of this). Put this on in your car, or in headphones or any good speaker system and turn it up. Just listen to all the different sounds, none of which are fighting for attention, but instead work together to create a truly amazing sonicThis album shows so much growth and maturity from the duo. You will not hear better production on a record this year (Levitate is a GREAT example of this). Put this on in your car, or in headphones or any good speaker system and turn it up. Just listen to all the different sounds, none of which are fighting for attention, but instead work together to create a truly amazing sonic experience. Tyler Joseph is putting his all into writing and singing here. Josh Dun moves songs forward, and really drives the album. Overall, this is about as close to perfect as an album can get. It has many mature, slow burning songs that add new things at every turn. Listen and you will NOT be disappointed.

    Rate: 9.5/10
    Best Tracks: Jumpsuit, Levitate, Morph, Chlorine, Nico and The Niners, Bandito, Pet Cheetah
    Worst Tracks: Honestly none    … Expand
  5. clarkaddison
    Nov 26, 2018
    9
    I love this album. Their concert tour for this album was awesome. You can really feel the emotion in some of their lyrics. While there are slow songs there are also some bangers. Pet Cheetah and Leave the City come to mind. Truly great album and I can`t wait for the next one
  6. meninjamatt
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    Favorite tracks from this album would probably be My Blood, Chlorine, and Legend. Better than Blurryface but not as catchy as Vessel in my opinion.
  7. finley
    Nov 11, 2018
    9
    Right from the start this album delivers freaking bops, you can really tell the time and passion gone into these songs and when listening to the album you don't get bored. It may take more than one listen to really delve into the lyrics and meaning behind them.
    It's hard to pick but my favourite tracks would be Morph, Legend, My Blood and Cut my lip.
    The only bad thing i have to say is    Right from the start this album delivers freaking bops, you can really tell the time and passion gone into these songs and when listening to the album you don't get bored. It may take more than one listen to really delve into the lyrics and meaning behind them.
    It's hard to pick but my favourite tracks would be Morph, Legend, My Blood and Cut my lip.

    The only bad thing i have to say is that i wish the album had a bigger finish, although the last song Leave The City with some great vocals and meaning, i wish the album finished with more passion much like the screamed lyrics at the end of Jumpsuit. Either way, brilliant album.    … Expand
  8. justhannah
    Oct 10, 2018
    10
    This is a strong and meaningful album with great sound, great lyrics, great music. Some people think it's boring album with no catchy songs (well what about Chlorine and The Hype?), but that's not the point of twenty one pilots music, the meaning is important.
  9. zax_368
    Oct 11, 2018
    10
    A pleasant journey in the Trench universe. Though you may not love it at the first listen, from the second on you can feel the depths in the lyrics and understand the diversity of the sounds in this album. This time Tyler Joseph decides to chain every single song to the others to create a concept album about struggle against depression and anxiety, without getting too far away from theA pleasant journey in the Trench universe. Though you may not love it at the first listen, from the second on you can feel the depths in the lyrics and understand the diversity of the sounds in this album. This time Tyler Joseph decides to chain every single song to the others to create a concept album about struggle against depression and anxiety, without getting too far away from the very essence of Twenty One Pilots.… Expand
  10. MysticManiac
    Oct 12, 2018
    7
    I'm not much of a TOP fan. Only heard their big hits but I've liked most of what I've heard so I gave this album a listen. It's decent, not really my style of music but some tracks are great like Jumpsuit, Neon Gravestones, Legend and Pet Cheetah. Some tracks don't do much for me but I wouldn't say there's a "bad" track here. I'll definitely give their other albums a listen. Everyone elseI'm not much of a TOP fan. Only heard their big hits but I've liked most of what I've heard so I gave this album a listen. It's decent, not really my style of music but some tracks are great like Jumpsuit, Neon Gravestones, Legend and Pet Cheetah. Some tracks don't do much for me but I wouldn't say there's a "bad" track here. I'll definitely give their other albums a listen. Everyone else seems to be loving it so I'd recommend it if you're interested.… Expand
  11. goldmanjh
    Oct 21, 2018
    10
    Trench is one of the best albums Twenty One Pilots has ever released, while the hiatus was a little annoying I can safely say this album was 100% worth every minute I waited. All the songs on this album easily made it onto my favorite songs playlist and are all catchy to the point where I sing them when they start playing. While the "lore" behind the album and it's lyrics are exceptionallyTrench is one of the best albums Twenty One Pilots has ever released, while the hiatus was a little annoying I can safely say this album was 100% worth every minute I waited. All the songs on this album easily made it onto my favorite songs playlist and are all catchy to the point where I sing them when they start playing. While the "lore" behind the album and it's lyrics are exceptionally deep, anyone can listen to the album and enjoy it. If you enjoyed Blurryface or any of their other albums, this is a must listen album and I promise you will not be disappointed.… Expand
  12. lacanciondeldia
    Oct 15, 2018
    9
    The best mainstream album of the year. Twenty One Pilots have overcome the challenge of their last album. They mixed up everything, pop, rock, hip-hop with great potential hits such as "The Hype", "Neon Gravestones", "Jumpsuit", "Legend", "Nico and the niners" . The quality and mix of their compositions are in the same place than Alt-J. If their concerts are good, they are on the sameThe best mainstream album of the year. Twenty One Pilots have overcome the challenge of their last album. They mixed up everything, pop, rock, hip-hop with great potential hits such as "The Hype", "Neon Gravestones", "Jumpsuit", "Legend", "Nico and the niners" . The quality and mix of their compositions are in the same place than Alt-J. If their concerts are good, they are on the same scale of Muse, U2, Coldplay with new creativity.… Expand
  13. davifontenelle
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    Trench proves that Twenty One Pilots continued to show quality in their songs, one of the best albums of 2018.
  14. jaokkkjj
    May 6, 2020
    10
    the production is phenomenal, song writing is catchy and interesting, the singing is pretty and the message is delivered in a respectful and genuine way, the drums in each one of the 14 songs is crisp and sounds lively, trench is a f*cking master piece.
  15. sscott0829tw
    Oct 11, 2018
    8
    This **** is fire, and their best album ever. All songs feels like a whole, connected to each other. And also more mature and interesting than blurryface. My favorite songs are Jumpsuit, Nico and the Niners, My blood and Bandito. Jumpsuit feels very relaxing at first but ends with a high note at the end. Nico and the Niners didn't catch my attentions at first, but the beat slowly grow onThis **** is fire, and their best album ever. All songs feels like a whole, connected to each other. And also more mature and interesting than blurryface. My favorite songs are Jumpsuit, Nico and the Niners, My blood and Bandito. Jumpsuit feels very relaxing at first but ends with a high note at the end. Nico and the Niners didn't catch my attentions at first, but the beat slowly grow on me. My bloods has amazing drum performance and BeeGees like chorus which is so fantastic, and it's my favorite song in this album. Bandito sounds so beautiful and has a hidden meaning inside. Other highlights like Morph has a twisting beat with good falsetto from Tyler. Leave the city has a grand finish for this album. Levitate has the best rapping in all of TOP songs with a perfect flow. Well I do fell songs like Legend, cut my lips or maybe even the Hype feels like a song belong to Blurryface, and not as impressive as the other songs here. It's still not that bad. Overall this is an amazing album that everyone should listen.… Expand
  16. ReyalsfoSwodahs
    Oct 26, 2018
    10
    Trench polishes the duos up-and-down, back-and-forth, here-and-there sound they've been working toward for so many years. The best parts from each of their prior works come together and make Trench a strong contender for their best album to date.
  17. Letfio
    Oct 12, 2018
    10
    Nothing less than a masterpiece. They gave us everything they have and it was absolutely worth the wait.
  18. Bandito
    Oct 13, 2018
    10
    masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece! masterpiece!
  19. TosoToso
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album, which has 14 songs, is probably the best this band have ever produced, because it has a great mix of musical styles, like from The Hype to Levitate, that are completely different. It talks a lot about mental illnesses, like Blurryface, but in Neon Gravestones the suicide relation is very clear. Nico and the Niners is probably the fan's favorite, because it's the "face" of the band, due to the clear Schizoid genre it presents. If you are a Twenty One Pilots fan, you will enjoy it a lot, because it's a great production, with really good music.… Expand
  20. ALLRUSSIANS
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    This album is AWESOME! twenty one pilots, I love you! Oh my God, it`s perfect!
  21. ItsJustArcher
    Nov 2, 2018
    9
    Trench is such a MAJOR improvement from the band's previous releases. If they continue towards this direction in making music, they might just be one of the best mainstream musical acts out there.

    I haven't listened to their debut album yet, but both Vessel and Blurryface were underwhelming to me. Both were just emo mainstream pop-rock disposable collection of songs that aren't cohesive    Trench is such a MAJOR improvement from the band's previous releases. If they continue towards this direction in making music, they might just be one of the best mainstream musical acts out there.

    I haven't listened to their debut album yet, but both Vessel and Blurryface were underwhelming to me. Both were just emo mainstream pop-rock disposable collection of songs that aren't cohesive enough. In Trench, not only did top improve their sound, but they also improved here in terms of tracklisting; the album is consistent and cohesive enough to be taken seriously. Also, unlike the two previous album, this album actually has less cringeworthy lyrics and these lyrics are actually interesting and make the album more effective than it already is instrumental-wise. Too bad the album ends on a cliffhanger, since I was actually invested with the album. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'm legitimately excited to see what twenty one pilots does next.

    Trench is twenty on pilots' best record to date, and I hope they can only ascend in quality from here.

    Favorite Tracks: Jumpsuit, Levitate, Morph, My Blood, Chlorine, Smithereens, Nico and the Niners, Bandito, and Pet Cheetah.    … Expand
  22. PumpedupKicks
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    Like Blurryface, Trench has a lot of genres in it, which makes the duo standout in creatively combining them into an in-sync track. Trench features rock elements, like Jumpsuit, slow piano from Neon Gravestones, My Blood has elements of indie pop and Smithereens, a catchy and playful pop track to name a few. I felt no track was repetitive and I could indulge more into the album. A coupleLike Blurryface, Trench has a lot of genres in it, which makes the duo standout in creatively combining them into an in-sync track. Trench features rock elements, like Jumpsuit, slow piano from Neon Gravestones, My Blood has elements of indie pop and Smithereens, a catchy and playful pop track to name a few. I felt no track was repetitive and I could indulge more into the album. A couple of listens later, the chorus and beats linger in your mind and makes one to appreciate the song more. Overall, a very happy vibe can be observed and definitely has some of the year's best pop tunes.… Expand
  23. MaxMart
    Dec 23, 2018
    10
    Música original y diferente a lo de siempre. Puede no convencer de primeras pero tras escuchar un par de veces te das cuenta de que es bueno.
    Son canciones, algunas muy psicodélicas, otras un poco tristes y, en general, con un ritmo no muy rápido o directamente lento.
    En este disco hay mucha variedad de canciones, todas muy diferentes unas de otras, y lo normal es que no te gusten todas.    Música original y diferente a lo de siempre. Puede no convencer de primeras pero tras escuchar un par de veces te das cuenta de que es bueno.
    Son canciones, algunas muy psicodélicas, otras un poco tristes y, en general, con un ritmo no muy rápido o directamente lento.
    En este disco hay mucha variedad de canciones, todas muy diferentes unas de otras, y lo normal es que no te gusten todas. Al haber tanta variedad, todas las canciones son buenas pero algunas parecen fuera de contexto con las demás.
    Líricamente hablando Trench supera, en mi opinión, a su antecesor "Blurfyface". Además algo que mencionar es la historia que hay detrás de este y como la conecta con la historia que nadie comprendía y algunos ni veían de el anterior disco. Por esta historia el disco coge ese papel y la hace bien en la mayoría de casos.

    Recomendado y aún más interesarte por la historia que esconde tras sus vídeos.    … Expand
  24. dromanenko23
    Oct 4, 2019
    9
    An overall cohesive, mature, exciting, unique, and powerful album. twenty one pilots' genre-blending and storytelling at its finest.
  25. kermie_the_frog
    Mar 7, 2020
    9
    One of my favorite pop records ever! Entirely better than Blurryface, Vessel, or their Self-titled album.
  26. Alonsoherzz
    Dec 30, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum tan bien perfeccionado sobre el alternativo, el juego de "teorías" lo hacen más creativo. En fin el álbum es una historia… Expand
  27. conker99
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    Trench is my favorite thing to throw on when I can’t choose anything else. It usually will scratch the music itch I’m looking for when I can’t find it. Its a good listen start to end and I think it’s a clear reflection of Tyler and Josh’s efforts as artists. They made something that I think is special.
  28. GizmoRulz710
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    Really good music here on this album I love TØP so much they are so good!!!
  29. SelectInsect44
    Oct 5, 2021
    10
    A pretty diverse album but mostly pretty calm, we go from the mainstream vibe of Cut My Lip to the ethereal Bandito, and many other different vibes this album gives. Neon Gravestones gets my gold medal out of all songs in this album, but there's not a single song I'm meh about
  30. mango_es891
    Apr 30, 2021
    10
    This is my favorite album of all time even though I may not consider it the best. The album rollout, the narrative it weaves, and the themes of belonging, positivity and respect towards mental health, and love are immaculately handled. This is one of those albums I can forever listen to and remember where I was when I first heard every song. Between it's place in Twenty One Pilots'This is my favorite album of all time even though I may not consider it the best. The album rollout, the narrative it weaves, and the themes of belonging, positivity and respect towards mental health, and love are immaculately handled. This is one of those albums I can forever listen to and remember where I was when I first heard every song. Between it's place in Twenty One Pilots' discography and the music scene as a whole, I could not recommend this more. Favorite tracks: Jumpsuit, Levitate, Morph, Neon Gravestones, Bandito… Expand
  31. sammyanthony
    Oct 10, 2018
    8
    Great approach of refinement from their preceding albums. They're still playing with many genres, mixing them in every songs, and getting very good at it. The downside, a certain song 'Smithereens' is really weak in production, worth for being kicked out of the album.
  32. H3ld1nh0
    Oct 9, 2018
    9
    Trench is a new approach on this multi-genre style that Twenty one pilots has, with new, more mature lyrics, and melodies we never seen before. This time it looks like Tyler and Josh wasn't aiming for just radio hits, but to really express themselves on this album. That's why i really like it. This is a lot more closer to what twenty one pilots really is than blurryface. For me this isTrench is a new approach on this multi-genre style that Twenty one pilots has, with new, more mature lyrics, and melodies we never seen before. This time it looks like Tyler and Josh wasn't aiming for just radio hits, but to really express themselves on this album. That's why i really like it. This is a lot more closer to what twenty one pilots really is than blurryface. For me this is their best work so far, and made me a even bigger fan. 9/10

    Best songs: Jumpsuit, Morph, My blood, chlorine, Nico and the niners, Pet cheetah    … Expand
  33. Vinicius_PB
    Oct 11, 2018
    9
    They could just do somethin mainstream just like Blurryface, but they've come with this solid and more mature album that work extremely well toghether. Maybe their best album, but for me it's too early to say that just one week after the release.
  34. Mycoldpatrol
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    Great lyrics, great melodies, definitely better than blurryface and maybe their best album.
  35. AMFcritic
    Oct 10, 2018
    10
    This is entirely for the fans, or the Clique I mean. A wonderful album, after the 1 year "hiatus" this is what we wanted, and this is what we deserved
  36. penishond
    Oct 9, 2018
    10
    Best album from TOP by a longshot letsgo yeah i love it jumpsuit is like my fave song of the album
  37. chidime
    Oct 9, 2018
    8
    This is a really good album. Almost great. Almost. It is a definite stepup from 'Blurryface', with everything from the chohesiveness, to the instrumentation, and vocal manioulation to lyrics, 'Trench' is above Blurryface' in quality. 'Trench' brings us much closer to who the 'Twenty One Pilots' really are. We hear melodies and lyrics we've never heard from them before, while stillThis is a really good album. Almost great. Almost. It is a definite stepup from 'Blurryface', with everything from the chohesiveness, to the instrumentation, and vocal manioulation to lyrics, 'Trench' is above Blurryface' in quality. 'Trench' brings us much closer to who the 'Twenty One Pilots' really are. We hear melodies and lyrics we've never heard from them before, while still maintaining a good part of the original sound. The album kind of suffers towards the end, with well-produced tracks that, nonetheless, seem to drag on. In all, this is their best work so far, and I can only hope it keeps getting better. 8.5/10

    BEST: Jumpsuit, Levitate, My Blood, Morph, Chlorine, The Hype, Neon Gravestones    … Expand
  38. Nanbreno
    Oct 9, 2018
    10
    Everything on this album is incredible. Tyler and Josh come back with their lyrics that make you think, like Neon Gravestones talking about suicide. Legend is the most emotional song on the album that exposes Tyler's feelings about losing his grandfather. There is also rock and hip hop very present in Levitate and Pet Cheetah that do not leave anything to be desired.
  39. ethanct86
    Oct 16, 2018
    5
    It's probably because of my extremely high expectations for Blurryface that this didn't click with me. I feel like the main problem I have is the lore revolving around Dema and the bishops--if you aren't a hardcore fan, you wouldn't understand much of any metaphor. It has a few decent songs, though; "My Blood" and "Pet Cheetah" are pretty great.
  40. MarquisInSpades
    Oct 18, 2018
    4
    I don't like the new direction. I love all their previous albums, but this one has gone way too R&B for me me. How critics can rate this higher than Blurryface with a straight face is beyond me.
  41. ewhite
    Mar 4, 2019
    0
    A mess. Their first album is so much better, sorry not sorry. I couldn't even get through 5 songs because they all sounded bad!
  42. Amir660
    Jun 16, 2019
    10
    This album is my favorite at least.
    An incredible growing tu their music and a big evolution, a good history concept and hard lyrics to express.
  43. freeKade1ka
    Dec 26, 2018
    10
    Perfect. Great atmosphere, nice lyrics, amazing sound. Trench is the 2018 best album
  44. Nightingal
    Dec 3, 2018
    9
    Although this album took me some more listening to get into than the infamous "Blurryface", it has greater depth and coherence than TOPs previous albums. "Trench" proves that the band is not afraid to dabble with new sounds and combinations, while this has seemed to ostracize some of their fanbase, I always enjoy bands who are cognizant of their progression and are constantly seeking newAlthough this album took me some more listening to get into than the infamous "Blurryface", it has greater depth and coherence than TOPs previous albums. "Trench" proves that the band is not afraid to dabble with new sounds and combinations, while this has seemed to ostracize some of their fanbase, I always enjoy bands who are cognizant of their progression and are constantly seeking new avenues. Both albums are fantastic, but in different ways.… Expand
  45. StavoSwift13
    Oct 18, 2018
    8
    Trench es un álbum bastante cargado de distintos géneros, mantiene una buena narrativa y por lo general te sumerge en melodías y líricas que continuamente van estallando hasta el gran final, su poder en producción en algunos puntos opaca la composición y la letra en sí de varias canciones, sin embargo Trench esta por lejos de tener un punto fijo, y eso le juega en contra. La esencia puedeTrench es un álbum bastante cargado de distintos géneros, mantiene una buena narrativa y por lo general te sumerge en melodías y líricas que continuamente van estallando hasta el gran final, su poder en producción en algunos puntos opaca la composición y la letra en sí de varias canciones, sin embargo Trench esta por lejos de tener un punto fijo, y eso le juega en contra. La esencia puede ser demasiado abrumadora y el hecho de que el significado y el trasfondo de casi todas las canciones sólo puedan ser entendidas por fans totalmente informados en teorías e historias de la banda deja un poco hueco y confuso el trabajo discográfico. Para resumir, un buen trabajo, pero sólo eso.… Expand
  46. TrenchSave2018
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Que puedo decir, el álbum esta muy bien hecho. Su concepto es muy original, tiene dos teorías favorables: la industria musical o las inseguridades. Sus ritmos son pegadizos y oscuros, letra profunda y unos coros que harán temblar por ser muy bien manejados. Leave The City es la mejor del álbum.
    Tiene en mi punto de vista el mejor este año.
  47. DerekSCritic
    Nov 25, 2018
    9
    Trench is one of their best albums and I think it's a step up from the great Blurryface released in 2015. The direction taken for this album improves the sound by mixing genres together perfectly, fantastic vocals and amazing instrumentals. It also shows maturity in their sound with more interesting concepts. It's hard for me to pick a favorite from this fantastic album as so many of theTrench is one of their best albums and I think it's a step up from the great Blurryface released in 2015. The direction taken for this album improves the sound by mixing genres together perfectly, fantastic vocals and amazing instrumentals. It also shows maturity in their sound with more interesting concepts. It's hard for me to pick a favorite from this fantastic album as so many of the songs are amazing. There are only one or two I didn't personally care for, but the rest are great to some of the best Twenty One Pilots songs of all time. Twenty One Pilots have made yet another fantastic album with Trench, and this has to be my favorite album of the year.… Expand
  48. Br_AgSs
    May 9, 2019
    10
    Their best album so far for sure, my favorite one is Chlorine, but I equally like all the other ones
  49. SlothTheBork
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    After the somewhat disappointing release of Blurryface, I was kinda worried that their next album would be even worse. However, once it actually released last year, all my worries washed away. As a big fan of their older work, I can say with certainty that this album is on part with Regional at Best. The songs Smithereens and Cut My Lip are less good than the rest of the album, howeverAfter the somewhat disappointing release of Blurryface, I was kinda worried that their next album would be even worse. However, once it actually released last year, all my worries washed away. As a big fan of their older work, I can say with certainty that this album is on part with Regional at Best. The songs Smithereens and Cut My Lip are less good than the rest of the album, however they aren't horrible. My favorites from the album are Jumpsuit, Morph, Chlorine, The Hype, and Pet Cheetah. I do also love the amazing production on songs like Levitate. Overall, this album is a step in the right direction for Twenty One Pilots.… Expand
  50. liiloosh
    Nov 11, 2018
    10
    Definitely their best album so far, all of the songs are very good and different to what we knew from earlier albums.
  51. Melsters
    Nov 30, 2018
    10
    Truly a masterpiece, twenty one pilots not only built a solid story line using their music videos but also a wonderful semi-concept album structure to build a deep and complex structure for all the songs. Bandito especially was the strongest track in my opinion, it builds on their dmaorg website story, and similarly in the track, the song gradually builds itself from vocals up, just likeTruly a masterpiece, twenty one pilots not only built a solid story line using their music videos but also a wonderful semi-concept album structure to build a deep and complex structure for all the songs. Bandito especially was the strongest track in my opinion, it builds on their dmaorg website story, and similarly in the track, the song gradually builds itself from vocals up, just like how the Banditos group together to become one strong resistance, the track is simply a musical masterpiece. Not trying to throw shade at Ricky Reed but having only Tyler Joseph and Paul Meany produce the album was a fantastic idea, the two groups have proven their ability to blend with each others ideas was already shown in the MUTEMATH SESSIONS few years past, but having heard what the end product was for them is simply magical. If anyone's looking for good alternative pop music I strongly suggest this album.… Expand
  52. pequenaintrusa
    Jan 5, 2019
    10
    A complete cohesive album with a beautiful and cool concept behind it. Just loved it!
  53. rextree
    Feb 19, 2019
    9
    Their best album thus far. A lot more aggressive than the other two. Maybe the year hiatus is what we needed.
  54. Heavydirtysoil
    Mar 31, 2019
    8
    The definite best of Tyler Joseph's discography. While Blurryface has a few songs that contain lines that seem like they could have been written by an edgy teen (The pre-chorus on Fairly Local for example) the writing on this album is very mature. The songs also flow very well into one-another, unlike Blurryface.
  55. viniciuspotrich
    May 28, 2019
    6
    Embora coeso, Trench carece de momentos marcantes. A maior parte do álbum acaba sendo esquecível.
  56. IlanBrem
    Jun 21, 2019
    9
    Jumpsuit 8.5/10 good lyrics amazing singing and the bass is really hard hitting and good but it wasn't a good choice foe a single.
    Levitate 10/10 amazing beat with amazing lyrics with and an amazing deliveries and flows.
    Morph 10/10 see above. My Blood 9/10 amazing beat with good singing and lyrics but it isn't as good after a couple plays but after a break it is. Chlorine 9.5/10    Jumpsuit 8.5/10 good lyrics amazing singing and the bass is really hard hitting and good but it wasn't a good choice foe a single.
    Levitate 10/10 amazing beat with amazing lyrics with and an amazing deliveries and flows.
    Morph 10/10 see above.
    My Blood 9/10 amazing beat with good singing and lyrics but it isn't as good after a couple plays but after a break it is.
    Chlorine 9.5/10 beautiful beat and amazing singing but lyrics were confusing before i checked them, the only reason it wasn't a 10 is because it is too long.
    Smithereens 8/10 it is a great track but it was forgettable in the first few listens but it grew on me, it is a great song but isn't really interesting.
    Neon Gravestones 10/10 the best written track in the album with an amazing beat and absolute amazing lyrics and singing.
    The Hype 8/10 this is also was a forgettable song before it grew on me but now it is really good.
    Nico And The Niners 8.5/10 this is a great song but there is something that is holding it back.
    Cut My Lip 8/10 good beat and singing and good lyrics.
    Bandito 10/10 this an amazing track it is beautiful and the build up has an amazing result amazing lyrics and singing.
    Pet Cheetah 8/10 if an light 8 is the worst song on an album you know it is great, this is a great song with some parts of the beat holding it from being a 9.
    Legend 9/10 an amazing song about Tyler's granddad that passed away, lyrics singing and beat are beautiful.
    Leave The City 9.5/10 amazing lyrics and melody but it drags a bit in the end.
    overall 9 it is a beautiful album definitely twenty one pilots best work, one of the best albums in 2018.    … Expand
  57. mctuncay
    Sep 7, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think from Jumpsuit to Leave the City, this album is a journey. It's dealing with mental issues and loving yourself and lots of messages like this. Every song is unique and has a single potencial. I can't explain how good is Tyler Joseph's vocals. And i love the idea of every song is connected with each other in the deep story of Trench. Deserves Album Of The Year… Expand
  58. STAINKAY
    Aug 22, 2019
    10
    master is very good cover design lyrics too and the story man. my fav is jumpsuit yeet
  59. shucklelackle
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    A level more than the previous album. Always brings its own surprises. And call it one of those masterpieces!
  60. Davi20052003
    May 22, 2021
    10
    O melhor álbum de Twenty one pilots de longe!
    Seguido de blurryface e Scaled and icy
  61. karmaxio
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    perfect i love how the lore comes together and they said that it's for the core fans of the clique
    so it's obvious not everybody will like the album
    EXCEPT FOR ME I'D DIE FOR THE ALBUm cause yea clique is a cult fite me |-/
  62. MatPP
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    legend & smithereens are the best of twenty one pilots’ Trench periodt. and it gets better every time you hear it
  63. ineedacarradio
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    perfeito, twenty one pilots criou um vasto e complexo mundo nesse novo álbum, não ficaram presos nas sonoridades do blurryface, foram além
  64. Ori14
    Jul 23, 2021
    10
    one of their best albums so far. everything is perfect in this album .absolouly genius lyricism. the story gets more interesting and gives us the answers to a lot of questions from the last album. the production really good. Tyler emphasizes his high notes through all the songs and it sounds so good.
    favorite tracks: Jumpsuit, Morph, Chlorine, Neon Gravestones, Nico and the Niners, pet    one of their best albums so far. everything is perfect in this album .absolouly genius lyricism. the story gets more interesting and gives us the answers to a lot of questions from the last album. the production really good. Tyler emphasizes his high notes through all the songs and it sounds so good.
    favorite tracks: Jumpsuit, Morph, Chlorine, Neon Gravestones, Nico and the Niners, pet cheetah and bandito    … Expand
  65. Morgan21
    Oct 1, 2019
    10
    A true masterpiece. Expertly written and produced. The bands best work to date.
  66. diegomoontoya
    Apr 7, 2020
    9
    the production of the album is incredible, the composition is delicate and precise, an album worth listening to.
  67. ztuxilef
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    The instrumentals on every track except maybe cut my lip are incredibly unique and catchy the songwriting is brilliant and the voice of tyler Joseph is just the best
  68. MARTINCARDENAS
    May 21, 2021
    10
    I can say that this is my favorite alternative duo, and of course this album. On this occasion Twenty One Pilots, they bring us the best work to date. "Trench" tells different stories and has very prominent songs like "My Blood", "Legend" and "Leave The City". All the songs are very good, but these three are my favorites. A very good album, that analyzing it thoroughly we can see itsI can say that this is my favorite alternative duo, and of course this album. On this occasion Twenty One Pilots, they bring us the best work to date. "Trench" tells different stories and has very prominent songs like "My Blood", "Legend" and "Leave The City". All the songs are very good, but these three are my favorites. A very good album, that analyzing it thoroughly we can see its quality and the different perspectives that emerge in the songs.… Expand
  69. antoninrique
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    all the songs and the stories they tell are incredible, the album was so well written and well produced with relevant messages in songs that you can enjoy at any time
  70. Jampot
    Apr 30, 2020
    7
    I really like this album, it got the nostalgia I wanted, and it made me go back and listen to their other albums aswell. I really like the beats and the techniques they used, but I especially liked Smithereens, Neon Gravestone and Leave The City.
  71. SITF21
    May 24, 2020
    10
    Great album from front to back. Excellent production. Hands down my favorite album of 2018.
  72. ladanyimark07
    May 31, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums of all time,the story the diversity of songs.It's the outcome of years of work.
  73. LucasC12
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    The album isn't Blurryface, but this doesn't mean it's worse than it. Like all the other TOP songs, we have emotion, lyrics and good beats. It's worthy listening to it if u really like their job, but don't go expecting you are going to listen some kind of "blurryface part 2". They evolve and their music will change with them.
  74. GamePlayer77
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    Twenty One Pilots follow up their not-the-best 2015's "Blurryface" with a much, MUCH better album.

    FAV TRACK: Levitate
    LEAST FAV TRACK: Bandito
  75. JODA0420
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Es muy especial por lo que trató de implementar Tyler pero pecó un poco de pretencioso al no haber mucha coherencia en algunas canciones que hacen parte del album con la historia de DEMA. Si el álbum se ve sin ese contexto hay piezas que por sí solas son hermosas, chlorine con las variaciones en el piano, jumpsuit con ese riff tan heavy, neon grave stones con esas letras tan profundas queEs muy especial por lo que trató de implementar Tyler pero pecó un poco de pretencioso al no haber mucha coherencia en algunas canciones que hacen parte del album con la historia de DEMA. Si el álbum se ve sin ese contexto hay piezas que por sí solas son hermosas, chlorine con las variaciones en el piano, jumpsuit con ese riff tan heavy, neon grave stones con esas letras tan profundas que no sorprenden al conocer el nivel de líricas al que nos tienen acostumbrados.… Expand
  76. Nitsu
    Nov 2, 2020
    8
    Me gustó el álbum, no fue el mejor que hicieron, los sonidos son buenos, alegres y la mismo tiempo serios y melancólicos, se concentran mucho en Dem, y hasta el relleno es arte, explica muy bien la historia y deja mucha tranquilidad el oírlo.
  77. sirox12
    Jan 17, 2021
    9
    Es un álbum increíble, con muchas interpretaciones y detalles ocultos. Tanto la historia, cómo la unión de las canciones, cómo el orden es increíble y es bastante pasivo con el sonido en cuánto a su anterior álbum.

    Trench cumple con su objetivo y logra conectar una misma historia, aún con canciones que pareciera que no tienen nada que ver. El único "pero" es que tal vez el álbum pudo    Es un álbum increíble, con muchas interpretaciones y detalles ocultos. Tanto la historia, cómo la unión de las canciones, cómo el orden es increíble y es bastante pasivo con el sonido en cuánto a su anterior álbum.

    Trench cumple con su objetivo y logra conectar una misma historia, aún con canciones que pareciera que no tienen nada que ver. El único "pero" es que tal vez el álbum pudo aprovechar mejor ciertas canciones y sus simbolismos. En este caso, Smithereens y The Hype por ejemplo.

    De resto es un álbum increíble, que abre las puertas a un Universo que aún no se completa, pero que probablemente nos dé cómo resultado luego el proyecto más histórico de los chicos. Blurryface y Trench son la base de algo que probablemente rompa Internet.    … Expand
  78. amy_L21
    Jun 13, 2021
    10
    Possibly my favourite album of all time. The concept is so cool, every song sounds unique but ties together perfectly and the lyrics are amazing, often emotional and beautiful. Together with some of the best production I’ve heard this album is near perfect.
  79. EVERLEDIS
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
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  80. nekyo
    May 17, 2021
    9
    Such a sophisticated piece. It hits in its own way with a much more suspenseful and dense ambient, but at the same time captivating. Also convening a masterful production, their best in my opinion.
  81. Memelissa25
    May 25, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s the best album ever and will always hold dear to my heart. Production, meanings behind the songs, creativity, a different world, it should be 100000/10.… Expand
  82. lizlenav
    May 25, 2021
    10
    This is easy one of the best albums I've ever heard in my entire life: the structure, the melodies, the lyrics, the production. The whole album feels like a complete experience, from start to end it's surprisingly well done, this is a pure jewel of alternative rock.
  83. kennice
    Jul 3, 2021
    10
    Amazing album. Very well made. Possibly my favorite tøp album by far. Definitely deserves more recognition.
  84. TOOLfan
    Oct 15, 2021
    8
    Good album, but I think that blurryface was better, and first album called Twenty one pilots was much better.
  85. xqcTF
    Aug 12, 2022
    9
    Despite the fact I gave this a 9, it is one of my favourite albums of all time. From the amazing emotional and powerful bassline in "Jumpsuit", to the powerful and boisterous rap verses in "Levitate", to the catchy choruses in the songs "My Blood", "Chlorine", and "The Hype", and the piano-laden and emotional tracks "Neon Gravestones" and "Leave The City" this album has a variety of thingsDespite the fact I gave this a 9, it is one of my favourite albums of all time. From the amazing emotional and powerful bassline in "Jumpsuit", to the powerful and boisterous rap verses in "Levitate", to the catchy choruses in the songs "My Blood", "Chlorine", and "The Hype", and the piano-laden and emotional tracks "Neon Gravestones" and "Leave The City" this album has a variety of things to offer.

    There are only a few negatives. "Bandito" as a track feels like it takes up too much time and I don't fully connect with the vague idea of the track. "Pet Cheetah" does work in the context of what it is about but I am not a fan of how tacky it feels. "Smithereens" loses the album's amazing 5-track momentum up to that point a bit, but still works incredibly well as a song.

    Despite the variety of genres and styles, each track feels like it comes from the same place. I have seen most of these songs live in concert, and Jumpsuit felt so incredibly powerful with its piano verse of defeat. This album has helped me the most out of any out there, and Jumpsuit is still my favourite song to perform live.    … Expand
  86. Ka1dowskiX
    Feb 18, 2022
    9
    For me, a long-lasting TOP fan, Trench feels like the best and most mature album of the band. Numerous beautiful tracks touching various topics, hidden lore and the shifting pace of the album created a unique experience that is still enjoyable.
  87. garfield7081
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    twenty one pilots' best album by far. each song centers around a different subgenre of rock, creating a unique varity of high-quailty music

    best song: neon gravestones

    worst song: cut my lip
  88. KrillerBomb
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    I would say this is the duo's greatest work overall. The production is immaculate.
  89. Crypticghost
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best albums I’ve ever heard so inventive going from rock to rap to alternative rock songs like jumpsuit levitate and the hype really stand out showing the evolution thought the album also songs like my blood and chlorine are also brilliant I think there’s only one song I don’t really like which is smithereens which isn’t even a bad song just not as good as the other songs… Expand
  90. frostydog23
    May 8, 2022
    10
    One of the best albums out there, I will forever stand by this. Every song sounds so unique and different but bring together the DEMA storyline
  91. Kitsuda
    Sep 24, 2022
    8
    Amazing work, I like Twenty One Pilots music in general, Blurryface is my all time favorite album, so Trench wasn't grabbing my attention as much. I still loved it, but I can only enjoy a few songs from it, that's why I gave it 8.
  92. OmarShaker
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Trench is a lyrical, musical and everything in between masterpiece, the production is top tier, the lyricism is out of this world, from track 1 to track 14 it's a story, a journey to be taken, an experience to be felt, it's simply how an album should be, just perfection.
  93. Ardalavista
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    There is only one thing that can only say. It may be the best album of its time.

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Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. PopMatters
    Oct 12, 2018
    70
    The album hangs together thanks to an increased maturity in the thematic content and production.
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  2. Kerrang!
    Oct 11, 2018
    80
    Some of the year's catchiest most accessible alt. pop tunes of the year speaks volumes of the level upon which they're operating here. [13 Oct 2018, p.54]
  3. Variety
    Oct 9, 2018
    70
    Take my recommendation and forget about the most deeply conceptual parts of this concept album--which just seems like a lot of work--and enjoy the many parts of Trench that don’t require a thirst for symbolic origin stories. There are plenty of these, like “Morph” and “My Blood,” which sport falsetto R&B hooks, somewhat in the tradition of the previous album’s best track, “Heavydirtysoul.”
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