Vol. 4 :: Slaves of Fear
by HEALTH
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
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  1. Sputnikmusic
    Mar 4, 2019
    96
    In essence, this album sounds like Death Magic if Trent Reznor had gotten a hold of it. They’ve subverted the congenial elements associated with their last record to make some of the band’s darkest incarnations yet.
  2. AllMusic
    Feb 11, 2019
    80
    Sometimes, Vol. 4 :: Slaves of Fear feels almost too successful at what it sets out to do, but as bleak as it gets, there's something special about its empathy and honesty.
  3. The Line of Best Fit
    Feb 7, 2019
    80
    It’s a heavy record for heavy times, but another intriguing example of what the trio can achieve, even when they’re burdened with the weight of the world on their shoulders.
  5. The Skinny
    Feb 7, 2019
    80
    The lyrical paranoia dovetails beautifully with the raw, bone-scraping arrangements to powerful effect, challenging listeners in both intensity and message. It feels like the record HEALTH were supposed to make.
  6. DIY Magazine
    Feb 7, 2019
    80
    The trio deliver at once their heaviest, catchiest, most decipherable and least predictable album.
  7. Drowned In Sound
    Feb 7, 2019
    80
    Slaves of Fear isn’t perfect, but then I’m not sure it’s trying to be. It’s all over the place, but is also strangely connected. It’s good, just leave me alone now--I need a lie down.
  8. Under The Radar
    Mar 29, 2019
    70
    It invents one of its own. Which at times makes for an unnerving and uneasy listen. Although stripped to a three-piece these days, the deafening crashes of percussion coupled with blistering pockets of pedal-induced noise aren't any less apparent.
  9. Under The Radar
    Mar 29, 2019
    70
    It invents one of its own. Which at times makes for an unnerving and uneasy listen. Although stripped to a three-piece these days, the deafening crashes of percussion coupled with blistering pockets of pedal-induced noise aren't any less apparent.
  10. Punknews.org (Staff)
    Feb 27, 2019
    70
    Health's dark musical aesthetic feels as fresh as ever. ... Now, that's not to say there aren't a couple misses like "Rat Wars", but all in all, the androgynous energy of Jake Duzsik on the mic is more than enough to shape another pulsating yet nihilistic soundscape that reminds us how Health ages well like fine wine.
  11. Exclaim
    Feb 7, 2019
    70
    The grimness of the lyrics works, and for fans of HEALTH and their style this is a worthwhile listen.

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7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 22
  3. Negative: 2 out of 22
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  2. Spoonyon
    Feb 9, 2020
    5
    It's a fine project. Wish some of the songs actually engaged you a bit more. Most of the songs seem to just hit you with a wall dissonantIt's a fine project. Wish some of the songs actually engaged you a bit more. Most of the songs seem to just hit you with a wall dissonant vocals and dark electronic noise which is cool for sure but doesn't make for the most memorable listen. Definitely get the appeal of it though… Full Review »
  3. Neotis
    Feb 25, 2019
    10
    This album is just great, I like to listen constantly. I am powerless before it.
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