UGLY
by slowthai
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 39
  3. Negative: 1 out of 39
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  1. Steve_Zissou
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    On this album, Slowthai really demonstrates how he has evolved and mastered his sound of Hip-Hop fused with the energy and angst of British Post Punk and the result is truly a unique album. At times the album is completely unhinged, in a great way, the tight production really helps keep these areas focused before leading into the next section. This album is a wild ride and also gives aOn this album, Slowthai really demonstrates how he has evolved and mastered his sound of Hip-Hop fused with the energy and angst of British Post Punk and the result is truly a unique album. At times the album is completely unhinged, in a great way, the tight production really helps keep these areas focused before leading into the next section. This album is a wild ride and also gives a very personal look into the life and psyche of Tyron.… Expand
  2. HBleach
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    Slowthai's most raw and emotional performance yet. This album has solidified my love for his music and artistry.
  3. alexnv44
    Mar 3, 2023
    9
    UGLY throws some great bops and some of slowthai's most raw. emotional and unhinged material to date.
  4. soupreviews
    Mar 5, 2023
    9
    a chaotic noisy and sometimes emotional interpretation of mental health, societal struggles, relationships, and finding self worth all coming together in true slowthai form
  5. Strujko
    Mar 13, 2023
    10
    A raw, emotional album with amazing songs. Slowthai's voice expressing pain and grief gives me chills.
  6. HuntahHolmes
    Mar 3, 2023
    10
    Gave me goosebumps. The way slowthai expresses himself and finally the grungy punk gives it for me a ten. Best punk album since London Calling.
  7. crz4tay
    Mar 3, 2023
    0
    This album.. these songs… you know, all of this is the same as the album title… ugly!!!
  8. GosuGabe
    Mar 21, 2023
    9
    It's really hard to describe this album in words, it has to be felt. It's raw, it's angsty, it's angry, it's painful. He is not holding back at all and in some places messy in the most human and unfiltered way possible.
    The way he's able to combine hip-hop with punk, rock and alternative effortessly is mind-blowing.
  9. VikVaughn
    Apr 8, 2023
    9
    This is Slowthai's best work to date. He seamlessly fuses post-punk, noise rock and hip-hop and delivers both chaotic bangers and emotionally significant moments. Pitchfork prove once again with their review that they are out of touch and miss the mark more often than not.
  10. stevenjibes
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    great
  11. fanfaraszek
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    absolutely brilliant, bold, intense medley of diverse and fantastic songs. every song is simply great, and unlike any other on this album.

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. RapReviews.com
    Mar 28, 2023
    70
    It hurts me to say different choices in terms of the production would have made it more accessible, because I respect his intent to be inaccessible here. If I have to sum it up and put a bow on it, I think “UGLY” is an album that will probably be appreciated more 25 years from now than it is today.
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  2. HipHopDX
    Mar 24, 2023
    56
    The best boundary-pushers use parts of their own style to traverse new musical territory. While tracks like “Sooner” are a success, UGLY doesn’t manage to complete the journey.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Mar 9, 2023
    80
    UGLY certainly isn’t a pleasant listen, and at various points it’s too extreme to be categorised as rap or rock, but many of these tracks are brilliantly executed and their emotional power and impact put Slowthai in a unique position.
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