WE ARE CHAOS
by Marilyn Manson
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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  1. New Musical Express (NME)
    Sep 10, 2020
    100
    While chaos and confusion may surround us, Manson’s response this time is a dose of respite, mercy, clarity and his most human work so far.
  2. Sputnikmusic
    Sep 11, 2020
    94
    We Are Chaos uses a pretty masterful balance of old and new sounds, similar to the way he integrated The Pale Emperor’s bluesy framework with his own ghoulish traits.
  3. Consequence
    Sep 11, 2020
    91
    Overall, the production, musicianship, and songwriting are among the best of Manson’s career.
  5. musicOMH.com
    Sep 14, 2020
    90
    Manson has given his audience a collection of tracks that are stronger, tougher and better than they have any right to be. His ascendance led to the death of the original rock era, but his music is more vital and creative than ever. A stunning work.
  6. AllMusic
    Sep 11, 2020
    80
    As the years of shock tactics and theatrics fade into memory, Manson's left with just the music, aging as gracefully as he can with another expertly crafted offering for the altar.
  7. Kerrang!
    Sep 10, 2020
    80
    It’s not pared back, but WE ARE CHAOS is a less immediately antagonistic and forward prospect than recent output. But that’s a good thing that’s been mastered to darkly brilliant effect here. Unexpected, bold and artistic, Manson remains an artist it is dangerous to underestimate.
  8. Classic Rock Magazine
    Sep 25, 2020
    70
    Baroque, doom-laden proclamations are Manson's bread and butter, and We Are Chaos is stuffed with them. [Oct 2020, p.86]
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  9. Clash Music
    Sep 11, 2020
    70
    At just ten tracks, it’s an easy listen. Of course, some of them have more repeat playability than others, but there are none that feel like filler.
  10. Mojo
    Sep 23, 2020
    60
    We Are Chaos thrives when Manson ditches his horrorcore shtick and actually emotes. [Nov 2020, p.80]
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  11. The Independent (UK)
    Sep 10, 2020
    60
    There are lots of glam stompers-by-numbers. He teamed up with country singer Shooter Jennings to make the album, and the organic simplicity of country chord progressions lies beneath much of the industrial post-punk chrome shell.
  12. Rolling Stone
    Sep 10, 2020
    50
    This batch of cadaverous Bowie-isms won't leave fang marks on your memory. [Sep 2020, p.68]
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User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 111 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 111
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 111
  3. Negative: 8 out of 111
  1. Juggala
    Sep 12, 2020
    10
    What an amazing departure from his normalcies. Masterfully done. If there is a next album from Manson I can only hope there is this level ofWhat an amazing departure from his normalcies. Masterfully done. If there is a next album from Manson I can only hope there is this level of production and experimentation.… Full Review »
  2. DoctorDeath13
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Marilyn Manson has found what's been missing in his music since the early 2000's A SOLID CO WRITER AND BACKING BAND. He has found it in Shooter Jennings and Co. 10/10 A+ certified spooky. THIS IS A FR3SH RELEVANT RECORD FOR RIGHT NOW AND REMINDS NE WHY I FELL IN LOVE WITH PORTRAIT OF AN AMERICAN FAMILY back in 94. We have some Radio Friendly tunes here...… Full Review »
  3. Brahmiee
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Honestly his best album in years. This man is a living legend!! Such a fan!
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