We Are Not Your Kind
by Slipknot
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 496 Ratings

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  1. Al0_3
    Mar 24, 2023
    7
    It's a fun album, a nice combination of all of Slipknot's music. Some real bangers on there, others are ehh but listenable. It's sometimes feels like it's going on too long. But nonetheless the songs I really like, I really like. So still gives the album a boost!
  2. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 10
  3. Lgzus
    Oct 12, 2022
    10
    I love this album so much,is one of my favorites from slipknot without a doubt
  4. DioBrandoo
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Anybody who doesnt get goosebumps while listening to the, filled with rage riffs and the perfect combination of noises and atmosphere provided by this album, just has a very pretentious approach to possibly most music they listen to. If this is you, definitely consider enjoying instead of hating.
  5. moosicdude
    Jul 1, 2022
    7
    good album, probably one of my favorite slipknot album since self-titled and vol.3.
    sounds good, kinda like a mix from Iowa and vol.3.

    favorite song: nero forte, liar's funeral, orphan.
    least favorite: solway firth

    overall 7/10
  6. clem666
    Aug 17, 2021
    5
    This album summarizes the twenty years of existence of Slipknot. With all this experience the band clearly still has things to prove. And they tried their best here. They dug deep in their originality to showcase their abilities and their inspirations. I could cite the soundtracks of horror movies on 'Spiders' or the Slayer-like drums on 'Orphan'. Songs like 'My Pain' or 'What's Next'This album summarizes the twenty years of existence of Slipknot. With all this experience the band clearly still has things to prove. And they tried their best here. They dug deep in their originality to showcase their abilities and their inspirations. I could cite the soundtracks of horror movies on 'Spiders' or the Slayer-like drums on 'Orphan'. Songs like 'My Pain' or 'What's Next' demontsrate a new face of the band.

    However, all this diversity did not succeed in making me dive into this project. Tracks are way too long to be enjoyable to me as their repetitivity is clearly killing their brightness and intensity. And yes, seven tracks out of fourteen last more than five minutes. So that's not an isolated fact. I actually have nothing against long songs, but please give them some depth and progression (or narrative) when you create them, because 'My Pain' is honestly painful to listen to. I can't deny there are some gut-gripping moments and movements during 'We Are Not Your Kind' but these are annihilated by terrific vocals, poor tracks structure and/or annoying repetitivity. I guess Slipknot still has to play the originality card and work it hard to finally release something really deep and engaging.

    Rip No. #1    … Expand
  7. rjmacready
    Aug 6, 2021
    8
    After a fantastic first album and not much since, Slipknot finally expand their wings in a direction that interests me again. And remembered how to write a catchy tune or two in the process (the nice new "pop" sheen kinda suits 'em)!

    Dynamics. This album has dynamics. Something this band has consistently lacked, in its constant quest to be "the heaviest band that's remotely popular on    After a fantastic first album and not much since, Slipknot finally expand their wings in a direction that interests me again. And remembered how to write a catchy tune or two in the process (the nice new "pop" sheen kinda suits 'em)!

    Dynamics. This album has dynamics. Something this band has consistently lacked, in its constant quest to be "the heaviest band that's remotely popular on Planet Earth". Nice to hear them "growing up" at long last.    … Expand
  8. BENTOXDXD
    Jul 16, 2021
    0
    Una majestuosa forma de anunciar que aun queda mucho de Slipknot por ver y que gran trabajo de los miembros nuevos
  9. MrIslamic
    May 18, 2021
    7
    I was hoping for more than this, Nero Forte and Unsainted are really good but all the other songs kinda just mixed together, they weren’t bad but also nothing special. Excited for their new album that they have been teasing though.
  10. Arnebjarne
    Dec 29, 2020
    1
    I hear people say ''they've gone back to the IOWA roots!'' Yeah right, seems more like they're delusional to me. Slipknot ''We Are Not Your Kind'' pretty much a sequel to The Gray Chapter more than anything. Feels very overproduced and generic. This caters to the radio friendly rock channels and the boring masses. They did manage to get a lot of praise for this album but **** me is itI hear people say ''they've gone back to the IOWA roots!'' Yeah right, seems more like they're delusional to me. Slipknot ''We Are Not Your Kind'' pretty much a sequel to The Gray Chapter more than anything. Feels very overproduced and generic. This caters to the radio friendly rock channels and the boring masses. They did manage to get a lot of praise for this album but **** me is it bland. Do whatever the hell you want corey but Slipknot haven't been the same after the third album came out, that's where they started to decline.

    Very disappointing but then again I shouldn't expect anything when they haven't made a good album in 19 years.    … Expand
  11. Slip2ThaD
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Return Of Slipknot
    After Iowa Slipknot came out with more meh albums with Corey having a drinking addiction and no one wanting to record another album, they put out Vol 3 which didn't have many heavy tracks then they put out the final album with Paul which was pretty good then we went back to mediocre with the gray chapter, 5 years later they decide to put out We Are Not Your Kind, or as I    Return Of Slipknot
    After Iowa Slipknot came out with more meh albums with Corey having a drinking addiction and no one wanting to record another album, they put out Vol 3 which didn't have many heavy tracks then they put out the final album with Paul which was pretty good then we went back to mediocre with the gray chapter, 5 years later they decide to put out We Are Not Your Kind, or as I call it Iowa Part 2. It has all the elements that made that album so great, heavy vocals, clowns drumming, dope **** riffs nothin lacks with this project each track is something special, there's Only 2 or 3 where Corey's heavy vocals we've come to love aren't there due to me liking Iowa so much I shall put this album at a 10    … Expand
  12. Temoin1246
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    This album encompass all the best bits from Slipknots' earlier work. It gots the chaos and rawness of ST and Iowa, the emotion of Vol 3 and All Hope is Gone and the musical technicality of vol 5. Every song stands out and it will be difficult for Slipknot to release a better album than this one.
  13. serelyereli
    Aug 4, 2020
    2
    such a bad album from slipknot. I think they didn't get the right idea of new metal core.
  14. NecsBolt
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Slipknot proved that original members not being around can't stop them from conquering the world agian. Masterpiece… Expand
  15. TheWrongMove
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Probably one of the best comeback albums any metal band could possibly offer. It's just simply a great album. Any new or old fan of Slipknot (or any metalhead in general) can come to enjoy this work, or at the very least, most aspects of it.
    It's almost like a movie with a complex structure, wrapped around with artistic timbits, along an eerie atmosphere. Don't expect all of it to be heavy    Probably one of the best comeback albums any metal band could possibly offer. It's just simply a great album. Any new or old fan of Slipknot (or any metalhead in general) can come to enjoy this work, or at the very least, most aspects of it.
    It's almost like a movie with a complex structure, wrapped around with artistic timbits, along an eerie atmosphere. Don't expect all of it to be heavy n deep metal though, as some of the songs take an artistic and experimental approach in order to paint a picture in your head. The great part about this is Slipknot executes this very well, and with that, has easily made this album arguably one of their best pieces.    … Expand
  16. Vladymir
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The only criticism I have with this album are the interludes, they ad nothing to the experience and you could skip them and lose nothing.

    Insert Coin: Decent intro, but not at the level of (515) or 742617000027. Still ok

    Unsainted: Heavy, dark, and really good as a single. Wouldn't say it's one of the highlights of the album, but still pretty good.

    Birth of The Cruel: I honestly don't know why they made this one a single. It is ok, but far from the best Slipknot has done. And I would go as far as to say that it is one of the weakest from this album.

    Death Because of Death: Totally unnecessary interlude. Nero Forte: Damn this song is good! A lot of people say is their favorite and I totally get why. Heavy, really heavy, the falsetto in the chorus is unlike anything else Corey has done, and the drums are on point, which is something you'll see me say throughout the whole album.

    Critical Darling: This screams single all over it. Heavy riffs, clean almost pop chorus, but that breakdown is some heavy stuff. Really good support song. For some it might even be one of the best.

    A Liar's Funeral: This is Snuff, but heavy. This song hits hard. In my opinion it is one of the best from the album, however, it is very different from anything else in here, some people love it, some others hate it. Listen to it and think for yourself.

    Red Flag: Another highlight. Wow those vocals, and that riff, and that drum, oh that drum. It is so good you'll want it to be longer than just 4 minutes.

    What's Next: Completely pointless interlude Spiders: This is a weird song. It is so bizarre that it makes it amazing! Not heavy at all, in fact if it had "Maroon 5" next to it it would be sounding all over the radio. But this doesn't mean that it's bad, not at all! You have to listen to it and draw your own conclusions.

    Orphan: Wow, WOW! What a beast of a song! Seriously one of the best from the band ever! It sounds similar to Heretic Anthem, but the production is so much better and cleanner. The lyrics hit hard as well. And those drums. Jay did an amazing job with those drums! Overall a song you can't miss, even if you don't like the band or this album.

    My Pain: After Orphan I expected something better, but we got the most boring song from the band. More boring thatn scissors, more boring than Iowa, than any other song they've made. Probably one of the most strange songs they have done. It's not bad, but it is boring.

    Not Long For This World: Wow, WOW! This one is another highlight. What an amazing song! This is kind of like A Liar's Funeral, but more extreme. Heavier, darker, hits even harder. Overall it is amazing!

    Solway Firth: I have waited to get to this one. If you're reading this. STOP! Whatever you are doing, stop it! Go listen to this song and then come back. This is by far the best song of the album and in my opinion the best song of the band. Heavy as **** Dark, the drums are flawless, the vocals are the best we've heard from Corey. I just can't describe how much I love this song. It is perfect!

    If you like Metal, Slipknot, or both. Then go listen to this album right away, you will not be disappointed.    … Expand
  17. Amybug
    Mar 1, 2020
    10
    Sublime best Slipknot for years! Raw, gritty and just everything you expect from Slipknot.
  18. hoonter221
    Jan 8, 2020
    7
    We Are Not Your Kind is mediocre for Slipknot, especially following the Gray Chapter. The album WANYK reminds me most of Vol. 3, with a style change and heavy keyboard usage - as well as some songs that don't really stand out among the others. I'm not a big fan of the album art either. Some stand out tracks for me are Nero Forte, Orphan, Birth of the Cruel, Spiders, and Solway Firth.We Are Not Your Kind is mediocre for Slipknot, especially following the Gray Chapter. The album WANYK reminds me most of Vol. 3, with a style change and heavy keyboard usage - as well as some songs that don't really stand out among the others. I'm not a big fan of the album art either. Some stand out tracks for me are Nero Forte, Orphan, Birth of the Cruel, Spiders, and Solway Firth. Tracks like My Pain, Critical Darling and Liars Funeral leave some to be desired. First off, I am not into the keyboard parts on this album. They feel to sparkly and simple, and don't fit the classic grungy natural sound that Slipknot has created in the past. I am assuming the new member is involved in the creation of these parts. If the keyboard were absent and replaced with different instruments and samples, I would probably like this album a lot more. Another issue I have is of the over simplicity in primarily the guitar parts, pertaining to melody. A lot of the melodies lie within more major scales, straying away from a heavier sound. Slipknot has done this in the past on all of their albums, but I believe they pulled it off much better then. I am however, a very big fan of Jay Weinbergs drum parts, especially in songs like Orphan and Solway Firth. The speed and precision, as well as the compositions are pretty stellar and hold the classic Slipknot attitude very well. Overall, the album is pretty good, but leaves a lot to be desired in certain departments. It's worth a listen nonetheless.… Expand
  19. JaderNascimento
    Jan 6, 2020
    10
    Álbum maravilhoso, sem palavras para descrever essa obra prima do Metal !!!
  20. 5380
    Jan 5, 2020
    8
    way better than 2 previous albums .............................................................
  21. darkgag24
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Raw,brutal and at the same time beautiful and carefully crafted.This is Slipknot at their prime.
  22. Jiano74
    Dec 18, 2019
    10
    This album is truly brilliant, its hard to stand out in what has been a fantastic year for metal. This album I gave a score of 10 and still struggled to put it in my Top 5 albums of 2019. You just knew as soon as Unsainted was released that this album was going to be a fantastic album and it was. The usual mixture of fantastic ballads and brutal vocals continues to impress.
  23. BrennanH
    Nov 29, 2019
    10
    It’s easy to say that Slipknot has rekindled their fire and is once again makes the head banging anthems we all know and love from them. Corey’s vocals are great screaming or singing, the writing is amazing as usual, the guitars on this album are SOME OF THE BEST FROM SLIPKNOT AND THE GENRE AS A WHOLE that I have seen in a very long time. Insane riffs reminiscent of thrash while stillIt’s easy to say that Slipknot has rekindled their fire and is once again makes the head banging anthems we all know and love from them. Corey’s vocals are great screaming or singing, the writing is amazing as usual, the guitars on this album are SOME OF THE BEST FROM SLIPKNOT AND THE GENRE AS A WHOLE that I have seen in a very long time. Insane riffs reminiscent of thrash while still keeping the nu metal feel. Though clocking in at about an hour, it flies by. This one of the best albums of the year by a long shot. It does not dip in quality once. I think this might be my favorite album from them at the moment.… Expand
  24. OldSchoolGamer1
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This album is a culmination of what makes Slipknot an iconic metal band. After many, many listens I conclude it is a genuine masterpiece. There are so many incredibly songs that remind me of why I fell in love with Slipknot to begin with while still bringing something entirely new to the table.
  25. Golbez
    Aug 20, 2019
    7
    This is a repost and to mention Corey has kept his game up well because I don’t mind the stone sour sound within, I can say as to who leads (in my mind) the band. The rhythm section is very solid and as well the electronic elements are nicely polished, but once again they leave out certain things like solos that could’ve made this album potentially their very best stand out record. ThisThis is a repost and to mention Corey has kept his game up well because I don’t mind the stone sour sound within, I can say as to who leads (in my mind) the band. The rhythm section is very solid and as well the electronic elements are nicely polished, but once again they leave out certain things like solos that could’ve made this album potentially their very best stand out record. This is basically “Iowa” vs “chapter 3” instead of the beautiful baby that could of become of the two solid records. Not one of these songs is as heavy as the title track from “all hope is gone”. At the end of the day, the album is very enjoyable and they are still working very hard. May their next album be the one that drives me over sonic bridge to hell!… Expand
  26. Barbosz
    Oct 29, 2019
    5
    Better than The Gray Chapter, but way worse than Iowa and Slipknot. The production and mix is fine, but some of he songs are just filler. Also all of the interludes suck balls. Still, the best slipknot album since Subliminal Verses.
  27. m4tizer0
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    This album is like everything slipknot ever put out but better. I would say it's the best metal album this year (Sorry Rammstein!). There is something for everyone on this album. If you like old Slipknot put on "Red Flag" and you'll feel like you are listening to the self-titled debut. If you prefer something new and experimental try listening to "Spiders" or "My Pain", but in my opinionThis album is like everything slipknot ever put out but better. I would say it's the best metal album this year (Sorry Rammstein!). There is something for everyone on this album. If you like old Slipknot put on "Red Flag" and you'll feel like you are listening to the self-titled debut. If you prefer something new and experimental try listening to "Spiders" or "My Pain", but in my opinion the best songs on the album are songs like "Critical Darling" or "Nero Forte". You get extremely raw and hardcore verses and a very catchy chorus. In my opinion it's the best album Slipknot ever put out, even better than Iowa or self-titled. I didn't really believe in this album success but was extremely surprised. If their next album will be better or at least at the same level we will be probably getting another album of the year.… Expand
  28. Arthuu
    Oct 23, 2019
    8
    Not all of the songs are same good quality, still deserves it's attention and mention among 2019's metal greatest
  29. Doc_Stanton
    Oct 8, 2019
    1
    This album is a colossal disappointment and an absolute chore to listen through. I didn't think it was possible, but this album is actually worse than .5: The Gray Chapter. Everything about it is cliched, generic and just overproduced. The songs on this album lack any sort of rawness that made their earlier albums (Self Titled - All Hope is Gone) so mesmerizing. The biggest problem,This album is a colossal disappointment and an absolute chore to listen through. I didn't think it was possible, but this album is actually worse than .5: The Gray Chapter. Everything about it is cliched, generic and just overproduced. The songs on this album lack any sort of rawness that made their earlier albums (Self Titled - All Hope is Gone) so mesmerizing. The biggest problem, again, is that the main songwriters (Paul, passed away, and Joey, "fired") are no longer with the band. The bulk of the writing is done by individuals who, while talented musicians, are poor songwriters. Of course, bands evolve over time. Lineups fluctuate, sounds change and maturity sets in. It's inevitable and healthy. I get that. However, this current evolution of Slipknot is a pitiful reflection of its once fearsome self. No Slipknot is better than this "Slipknot".… Expand
  30. bryan101384
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    This is Slipknot at their absolute peak in every facet. It has all the elements that made their early work so great and so much more. This album deep and you will undoubtedly pick up something new with every listen. Like any masterful piece of art it's composition can't be summed up into words.
  31. Xaremathras
    Sep 26, 2019
    5
    Their previous album (0.5 Grey Chapter) put them back on the map after a career decline. On that album, every track was great, heavy, to-the-point, and had its place on the larger album. Every music critic said "oh wow, look, Slipknot is making a comeback now".

    Leading up to this album, there was a great amount of hype. In fact, it seems they are more popular now in 2019 than in 2002!    Their previous album (0.5 Grey Chapter) put them back on the map after a career decline. On that album, every track was great, heavy, to-the-point, and had its place on the larger album. Every music critic said "oh wow, look, Slipknot is making a comeback now".

    Leading up to this album, there was a great amount of hype. In fact, it seems they are more popular now in 2019 than in 2002! Unfortunately, this album wasn't able to deliver and I think it's because 1) they sat on the album too long, and 2) tried being more experimental, but this was never their strength.

    1) Interviews show that they took their time on this album and wanted to ensure there was "replay" value and sat on the album for about 3yrs. I think this drove the passion stale and lengthened the songs. The majority of songs are over 5:00 minutes. And that's okay for some bands...if they are changing, innovative. But instead it is just a over-lengthened repeating guitar riff. To sum up, Criticism 1 of 2, songs should have have been put into 3:30-4:30 timeframes to capture the best of each track, as it does sound like there is a lot of boring filler.

    2) Oh no, why did you have to expirement and do stupid synth things? They've done this on other albums, and honestly it never added to the value - at best, their synthy "interludes" gave a 1-3min break from the heaviness. On this album, they had full-length songs which basically were more synth than metal, and this is something Slipknot should never do again.

    Conclusion: too much filler, songs too long, lack of hooks, lack of cohesion, unnecessary synthy tracks, about average in terms of catalogue heaviness. Even the best songs could have had some alterations to make them hit the mark (Nero Forte, Orphan, Red Flag, Spiders). Only Unsainted and All Out Life (which was stupidly cut from the album) were amazing songs start-to-end.    … Expand
  32. RaGe133
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Amazing Masterpiece!!! My Favorite album after Self-Titled! In podcast on Spotify, Clown said everything i wanted to. I can just say go and buy it!
  33. neslush
    Sep 17, 2019
    9
    За что хочется сразу похвалить релиз Slipknot, так это за сочетание фирменной агрессивной подачи и техничного инструментала с мягкими элементами трека — если раньше чувствовалась несостыкованность партий, и они словно существовали в разных плоскостях, то теперь припевы в лице Кори Тейлора не рушат целостности композиций.

    Да и сам экстремальный вокал претерпел хоть и небольшие, но    За что хочется сразу похвалить релиз Slipknot, так это за сочетание фирменной агрессивной подачи и техничного инструментала с мягкими элементами трека — если раньше чувствовалась несостыкованность партий, и они словно существовали в разных плоскостях, то теперь припевы в лице Кори Тейлора не рушат целостности композиций.

    Да и сам экстремальный вокал претерпел хоть и небольшие, но значимые изменения — в преимущественной части композиций нет ощущения «скрима ради скрима» и он используется для того, чтобы подчеркнуть темноту и накал трека.

    И если большая часть треков выполнена в фирменной манере Slipknot и не станет для фанатов откровением, то вкрадчивая «Spiders» и космическая «My Pain» это определённо эксперимент группы.

    Так что Slipknot склепали крепкий, ни капли не опопсевший (и это в середине 2019 года!) альбом, за который уж точно не стыдно. Определённо хочу посоветовать его тому, кто как и я не жалует экстрим вокал — надеюсь, ты будешь приятно удивлен :)

    Читай больше рецензий в канале Телеграм: https://t.me/neslush    … Expand
  34. flametail23
    Sep 16, 2019
    8
    An exciting album full of experimentation and interesting instrumental differences when compared to the bands previous albums. The hauntingly great 'Spiders' is just one example of the experimentation working in the band's favour. Amongst the 14 tracks I have to point fingers towards 'My Pain' as the track that doesn't really work as nothing about it screams metal (Pun intended but theAn exciting album full of experimentation and interesting instrumental differences when compared to the bands previous albums. The hauntingly great 'Spiders' is just one example of the experimentation working in the band's favour. Amongst the 14 tracks I have to point fingers towards 'My Pain' as the track that doesn't really work as nothing about it screams metal (Pun intended but the album impressivly finishes up with 'Not Long for this World' and 'Solway Firth'… Expand
  35. Azelf_br
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    This album is amazing, it's like you are in a movie with the history of Slipknot, in some moments your fell like you is listening a bit of Iowa and Self-titled, but att the same time you fill some Recent Slipknot vibes.
  36. LooTheLou
    Sep 14, 2019
    9
    A beautiful revival of the Iowa era in a new and experimental way. Slipknot proves to be timeless once again.
  37. MythoBeanz94
    Sep 13, 2019
    6
    There were 14 songs but only 7 songs that were good they really wasted the album with those interludes which were so unnecessary and boring overall the album was a disappointment even though I've never been a big fan of the band
  38. zawius
    Sep 13, 2019
    9
    You'll have to listen to this a couple of times before you can really understand some songs. Anyway, We are not your kind achieves to bring the well known metal heaviness and new fresh sounds together in this masterpiece. It might not be as dark as some previous albums but with several compelling hit songs it definitely succeeds to be one the best albums from Slipknot so far!
    This album    You'll have to listen to this a couple of times before you can really understand some songs. Anyway, We are not your kind achieves to bring the well known metal heaviness and new fresh sounds together in this masterpiece. It might not be as dark as some previous albums but with several compelling hit songs it definitely succeeds to be one the best albums from Slipknot so far!
    This album might not reach Slipknot's old fans but is still an awesome piece of fresh wind.    … Expand
  39. WarpViper
    Sep 11, 2019
    9
    This album is great. Better than Iowa and Self-Titled imo. The diversity between the songs is something you can't beat.
  40. amirbabakhani
    Sep 7, 2019
    10
    Didn't expect anything less, slipknot is still strong as ever, songs are heavy in lyrics and melody
    this masterpiece is an amazing combination of experience, emotion and hard work
    nice job slipknot m/
  41. Implicit
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    Exactly what you could hope for from a mature heavy metal band still kicking after more than two decades. There are heavy moments, there are creepy moments, sad, funny, exciting. And you know what? It blends incredibly well. A particular favorite of mine is "My Pain", a song I never would've imagined entering the discography of this group. Hard to find a bad song on the album though, and IExactly what you could hope for from a mature heavy metal band still kicking after more than two decades. There are heavy moments, there are creepy moments, sad, funny, exciting. And you know what? It blends incredibly well. A particular favorite of mine is "My Pain", a song I never would've imagined entering the discography of this group. Hard to find a bad song on the album though, and I really look forward to more from the group as time comes.… Expand
  42. MrCrowley
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    One of the best Slipknot albums in my opinion. Somehow the songs are both aggressive yet melodic at the same time. I definitely recommend this to any metal fan.
  43. MaggotZP
    Sep 2, 2019
    6
    Really weak album. Liar's Funeral, Red Flag and Orphan are so boring. There are no catchy songs except Unsainted, Nero Forte and Spiders.
  44. MarquitosBR88
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This along Fear Innoculum by TOOL,are the best albums of 2019!!
    Masterpiece!    … Expand
  45. lulabymusic
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    ____ The sixth album is inventive, intimidating and saturated with deep misanthropy. And these qualities cause a passionate feeling of pleasure when listening, as if you are becoming involved in the dark side of this world.
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    ____ The first track, like a trigger, is gaining momentum and immerses you in this sacred atmosphere of a musical choreographer, which with each subsequent track is    ____ The sixth album is inventive, intimidating and saturated with deep misanthropy. And these qualities cause a passionate feeling of pleasure when listening, as if you are becoming involved in the dark side of this world.
    :
    ____ The first track, like a trigger, is gaining momentum and immerses you in this sacred atmosphere of a musical choreographer, which with each subsequent track is impressive and causes emotions. And "Unsainted" with its powerful energy and the inclusion of the gospel choir cuts off its head from the shoulders! The climax is replaced by frightening lullabies, which makes the album sound dynamic and varied.
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    ___ In general, one thing is clear - the Slipknot characters are still arrogant and true to their essence, as in 1999, despite the fact that people under masks change, the worldview, time and surrounding space change.    … Expand
  46. HyiouBear
    Aug 25, 2019
    9
    Between renew and old style. A good Slipknot album! Need some full listening to appreciate it but after that, just listen it again and again.
  47. TheQuietGamer
    Aug 24, 2019
    9
    Who'd have thought Slipknot would still be relevant in 2019? Much like the horror movie icons they base their masks on these guys never stay dead for long. We Are Not Your Kind will stand out as one of the most significant albums of the band's career, and not just because of it's more experimental nature.

    Not since their self-titled debute has a Slipknot album recieved such critical    Who'd have thought Slipknot would still be relevant in 2019? Much like the horror movie icons they base their masks on these guys never stay dead for long. We Are Not Your Kind will stand out as one of the most significant albums of the band's career, and not just because of it's more experimental nature.

    Not since their self-titled debute has a Slipknot album recieved such critical acclaim. To see their rage more strongly embraced than it has been in some time says something a little scary about society's current mental climate. This is one if the band's moodier and darker projects. The anger expressed here is more personal than their other works and shows how depression often goes hand in hand with fury. In a time where everyone is so lost and aggressive, WANYK may allow Slipknot to reach a larger audience than just their always devoted core fanbase.

    The songs themselves are fantastic. Yes, you can hear hints of Iowa, All Hope is Gone, and some continuation of The Gray Chapter as many will point out, but you should let none of that cloud you from seeing that this album is very clearly doing its own thing. It has its own tone, rhythm, atmosphere, and styles. It's one of Slipknot's most creative efforts and pushes them in some enticing new directions while not radically turning them into something different. Nero Forte will likely be remembered as one the best songs the band has ever made and if it doesn't get grammy nods then the academy is just flat out sleeping. Tracks like Unsainted manage to be melodic without ever coming off as soft. Even the interludes, which are a thing I have never personally been a fan of, end up being highlights. Seriously, just try and tell me Death Because of Death and Insert Coin aren't just as good as anything else on WANYK.

    Slipknot fans can rejoice as the band has returned once again with exciting new material. Some of which is the best they've ever produced. There is some forgettable filler to be found, but even at its weakest We Are Not Your Kind shows a willingness from Slipknot to cover more intimate material. Something that may allow them to bring newcomers into the fold and reach previously attained heights. Maybe even new ones.    … Expand
  48. axelsherre
    Aug 24, 2019
    0
    A bit worth more than garbage!!1!!1! A bit worth more than garbage!!1!!1! A bit worth more than garbage!!1!!1!
  49. PetraAngel
    Aug 24, 2019
    4
    A bit worth more than garbage!!1!!1! A bit worth more than garbage!!1!!1! A bit worth more than garbage!!1!!1!
  50. NecroRAM
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    In short, WANYK is a top 3 knot album along with s/t and IOWA and it combines all the good elements from those albums as well as vol. 3 and little bit of AHIG. It somewhat retains the production of .5 (especially in the drum sound), but musically and lyrically its way more impactful and relevant. Its definitely a grower the more you listen to it, hint: make sure to read the lyrics whileIn short, WANYK is a top 3 knot album along with s/t and IOWA and it combines all the good elements from those albums as well as vol. 3 and little bit of AHIG. It somewhat retains the production of .5 (especially in the drum sound), but musically and lyrically its way more impactful and relevant. Its definitely a grower the more you listen to it, hint: make sure to read the lyrics while listening, context is very important to get the right atmosphere for this album (and that vocal delivery from Corey is just ungodly), and even initial stinkers like My Pain will start to make sense in a weird way, while all the heavier songs are A-grade and as good as their best material. AOTY for me so far.… Expand
  51. fhzJester
    Aug 21, 2019
    10
    In my opinion this is the best album made by slipknot, it is so good all the songs are so fantastic
  52. OneFourthSane
    Aug 20, 2019
    9
    From start to finish this album is a solid listen with only a couple of tracks (Spiders, mostly) that seem to break the flow of pure adrenaline. I've listened to this album several times through and I am looking forward to my next listen.
  53. vitpankin
    Aug 19, 2019
    10
    I've never been a true Slipknot fan, from entire Iowa I was re-listening only most popish My Plague. There always was something that I didn't like about them: pretty flat song structure, too easy melodies, but this album is something outstanding, so great that I'm listening for 3rd time in a row. True aggressive, very diverse, full of edgy and catchy melodies, that couldn't keep you notI've never been a true Slipknot fan, from entire Iowa I was re-listening only most popish My Plague. There always was something that I didn't like about them: pretty flat song structure, too easy melodies, but this album is something outstanding, so great that I'm listening for 3rd time in a row. True aggressive, very diverse, full of edgy and catchy melodies, that couldn't keep you not impressed. Best album so far.… Expand
  54. CursedNel
    Aug 18, 2019
    10
    The album has it all — the rawness, the addictive melody, the classic Slipknot lyricism — it is truly the culmination of a 20 year-long career, with songs that should get you emotional, angry, and head banging all the way. It sounds new and refreshing, enough to make you understand that this is a new and improved Slipknot, but still attached to the roots that allowed the band to captivateThe album has it all — the rawness, the addictive melody, the classic Slipknot lyricism — it is truly the culmination of a 20 year-long career, with songs that should get you emotional, angry, and head banging all the way. It sounds new and refreshing, enough to make you understand that this is a new and improved Slipknot, but still attached to the roots that allowed the band to captivate the minds (and necks) of a whole generation.

    What really differentiates We Are Not Your Kind from any other Slipknot record is not only, as I said before, the combination of their previous work, but also the great range of styles present on the record. The undeniable explosiveness and rage-filled trip that tracks like "Red Flag" and "Orphan" bring, one or two tracks away on the tracklist from the more melodic and experimental experience present in tracks such as "Spiders" and "My Pain". Also the mix of genres the band has shown over the years is heard on such tracks as "Critical Darling" and "Not Long For This World". Really, I could list all the songs here, but you know what? Pick the record up and figure it out for yourself. You'll thank me later.

    In other words, this is one of those records where there is no single bad track. It might take you a couple of listens, but the ultimate feeling of not knowing which song to pick as your favorite will come along shortly.

    We Are Not Your Kind is a thank you letter to the classic Slipknot fans, while also being a flag of hope, that stands proudly for heavy metal in this and future generations to come. Definitely one of Slipknot's finest. An instant classic.    … Expand
  55. a_sebastian
    Aug 18, 2019
    5
    Well I tried several times but didn't get the point. If I would change anything, that would be DRuMS. They just suck **** on the the tracks.
  56. Prosmooth
    Aug 18, 2019
    5
    Not real Metal. Made for radio play, and for Emo kids to sing along with in concert.
  57. Nanogon
    Aug 18, 2019
    0
    When I see these 10/10 reviews I'm seriously starting to think that the whole music industry (and even the listeners) is totally corrupt nowadays. Just look - the first third of an album is weak interludes. The second - badly ripped-off riffs of themselves (you can even hear "The Heretic Anthem" riff in "Orphan" as an example). And the last but not least - these continious attempts to makeWhen I see these 10/10 reviews I'm seriously starting to think that the whole music industry (and even the listeners) is totally corrupt nowadays. Just look - the first third of an album is weak interludes. The second - badly ripped-off riffs of themselves (you can even hear "The Heretic Anthem" riff in "Orphan" as an example). And the last but not least - these continious attempts to make "Stone Sour in masks". This record is honestly an absolute garbage and I can't see any objective reason of how and why and for what all these positive reviewers are forcing themselves to appreciate this - it's way beyond my understainding.… Expand
  58. mmorris777
    Aug 17, 2019
    9
    Such an epic album. Their best one. I only want a fan of the interludes so I gave it a 9 instead of 10. Best album I’ve heard in a few years actually and I have it on repeat:)
  59. Andremax
    Aug 16, 2019
    8
    Although some guitar, sample and keyboard layers and a slight signal of maturity, it's still a kind of sound that you can wait came from Slipknot.
  60. Crotchduster
    Aug 15, 2019
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pure crap, not metal at all! People compare this to their first album, that's pure nonsense to rate this up there, but I'm also not being paid off to rate this album high! Take it from me avoid at all cost!… Expand
  61. sammyanthony
    Aug 15, 2019
    5
    Same old Slipknot, with more flimsy and poppy verse-chorus-verse structure. We Are Not Your Kind is very substandard. Nice instrumentals in several outros ain't even convincing.
  62. Abelxxx
    Aug 14, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album has plenty of the Slipknot brand experimentation, but also maturity and subtlety that you don’t expect, for whatever backass stupid selfish reason. In addition to the raw power we’ve habitually come to expect from the IA metal powerhouse, another big thing that hits like a brick in this album is the buildup. It’s there all the time: expectation of **** to come and blast it to hell, anticipation of good stuff that awaits, hope and sorta knowledge it’s coming. When it comes, it’s ultimate deliverance. How the hell do the guys do it? I’m really glad that they do. They DID it again, Bravo!… Expand
  63. Coxi
    Aug 14, 2019
    10
    A brilliant album. A perfect amalgamation of everything slipknot have done over the years. Their experience and emotions all coming together in an album that is fitting for the current climate of the world. I have been a fan since 1999, I have struggled with some of their experimental work and stayed the course. I’m glad I have because this is rapidly becoming my favourite album of Slipknots.
  64. Andydarknight
    Aug 14, 2019
    10
    One of the best albums so far heavy, dark, and very well produced im a fan of slipknot since they first album and this is a masterpiece every fan of slipknot should be proud of them. Congratz and enjoy the music life its to short. PEACE
  65. Davitt66
    Aug 13, 2019
    10
    Everything you’d want in a heavy metal album. Corey Taylor’s vocals are unreal. The chorus in Nero Forte sounds like two Coreys going back and forth. The scratching by Sid at the end of Not Long For This World escalates until the song explodes. The guitar part as Liars Funeral ends is both sweet as it is uncomfortable. My only grip is All Out Life isn’t on the album. While I admire andEverything you’d want in a heavy metal album. Corey Taylor’s vocals are unreal. The chorus in Nero Forte sounds like two Coreys going back and forth. The scratching by Sid at the end of Not Long For This World escalates until the song explodes. The guitar part as Liars Funeral ends is both sweet as it is uncomfortable. My only grip is All Out Life isn’t on the album. While I admire and respect the pacing of My Pain, All Out Life should have been on instead of this song. I’ve listened to heavy metal for 30 years and this album is among the most unique, original, confusing, experimental, and heavy I’ve ever heard. This is a flheard.… Expand
  66. NoobeZento
    Aug 13, 2019
    9
    Simply amazing. It has IOWA moments but it;s not just a IOWA 2.0. From a total of 11 songs (14 but we excluded the 3 filler songs) 9 are very very good and i'd actively listen to, the other 2 are the pure clean vocal emotion songs - great but won't listen very often.
  67. m1n64
    Aug 13, 2019
    7
    Листая Яндекс.Музыку, наткнулся на новый альбом nu-metal группы Slipknot. Без раздумий я включил его и послушал.

    Всего на альбоме 14 песен. Не так уж и мало. По иронии, то что помечено как «Популярно у слушателей» и являются главными синглами Если кратко — альбом получился среднячком. За 5 лет можно было выпустить что-то и более мощное. Но это не значит, что альбом провалился. Он    Листая Яндекс.Музыку, наткнулся на новый альбом nu-metal группы Slipknot. Без раздумий я включил его и послушал.

    Всего на альбоме 14 песен. Не так уж и мало.

    По иронии, то что помечено как «Популярно у слушателей» и являются главными синглами
    Если кратко — альбом получился среднячком. За 5 лет можно было выпустить что-то и более мощное. Но это не значит, что альбом провалился. Он хорош. Хорош по своему.

    На этом альбоме вы найдёте как и психоделичные синтезаторы, так и тяжёлые гитары, агрессивные ударки. Но почти на всех песнях есть одна цепляющая «изюменка» — вокал Тейлора. Очень мощный экстрим, глубокий и пронизывающий чистый вокал. И остросоциальные тексты, куда же без них.

    По атмосфере альбом довольно неодназначный. Начинается альбом психоделическими синтезаторами, а дальше идёт мощный и агрессивный ню-метал. Эта агрессия временами перебивается медленными и мелодичными балладами или инструментальными композициями. Хорошо это или плохо — уже зависит от слушателя. Лично мне это не очень зашло — ты готов крушить и ломать всё и вся, как вдруг начинается мелодичная баллада под которую только курить на фоне ночного города и думать о смысле бытия. А дальше начинается опять крушилово. Но это оправданно тем, что это не концептуальный альбом. Он просто связан общей темой альбома, но песни друг с другом не переплетаются.

    Разбирать каждую композицию я не вижу смысла, ибо это тот же Слипнот. Лишь приведу список композиций, которые лично мне очень зашли.

    И что в итоге:
    Альбом вышел не плохой, но и не самый лучший. Я бы это назвал «в меру хороший».    … Expand
  68. reallybanana
    Aug 13, 2019
    10
    Solway firth makes me headbanging also while sleeping.
    Perfect album.
    Not an hardcore slipknot fan but this album simply rocks.
  69. FrogGinyu
    Aug 13, 2019
    9
    Solid album! While a return to roots of sorts, it's also completely new and different than any other slipknot album. Love the brutality of Solway Firth.
  70. Waffenmutti
    Aug 12, 2019
    10
    A Slipknot Record that is so new and fresh after all this years, it takes a lot of brave to leave the save corridor and release a record like this. Every Song brings new ways and more dynamic. For all the haters, its no talent to ram every note with factor 1000, dynamic in tempo, heavyness and this great sound is just a masterpiece. A new Iowa next to the Codename Orange Release last year.
  71. Nobilis1984
    Aug 12, 2019
    5
    I wonder if I have heard another album. Values at 90% surprise me. Or do not many here know their album Iowa?
    This was better classes and still worth it today.
    But what some celebrate here is not normal. 2-3 good songs and the rest is mediocre to bad. Even "All Hope is gone" was better.
  72. Vincent
    Aug 12, 2019
    1
    Slipknot makes music for tattoo-sleeved meatheads who drink craft beers and put 666 in their online usernames. This hasn't changed with this last album. A bunch of manchildren in Halloween costumes, this act lost its edge a long time ago and should stay in its bygone era. This is why nobody takes metal as a genre seriously, because its childish. The critics are laughable, when'sSlipknot makes music for tattoo-sleeved meatheads who drink craft beers and put 666 in their online usernames. This hasn't changed with this last album. A bunch of manchildren in Halloween costumes, this act lost its edge a long time ago and should stay in its bygone era. This is why nobody takes metal as a genre seriously, because its childish. The critics are laughable, when's Entertainment Weekly's 10/10 coming?… Expand
  73. maaluszek
    Aug 12, 2019
    9
    Absolutely brilliant! Best since Vol 3, or even Iowa. Massive, strong, full of energy.
  74. RJHx96
    Aug 12, 2019
    9
    Better than vol 3 and .5! A great listen, slipknot of old and slipknot of new all in one. Corey's vocals get better and better.
  75. Necturion
    Aug 12, 2019
    2
    The album is weakl. Some songs sound not heavy enough and are plainly boring. It has it 's good moments though. Or maybe I just grew out of Slipknot. The lyrics are bland and boring, pretty generic also. I don't even know why they thought calling a song "Death because of Death" was a good idea. It would work for a Death Metal or Grindcore band that does not take themselves too serious, butThe album is weakl. Some songs sound not heavy enough and are plainly boring. It has it 's good moments though. Or maybe I just grew out of Slipknot. The lyrics are bland and boring, pretty generic also. I don't even know why they thought calling a song "Death because of Death" was a good idea. It would work for a Death Metal or Grindcore band that does not take themselves too serious, but srsly, it is also a pretty bad interlude.… Expand
  76. xXDasher92
    Aug 11, 2019
    10
    Long time listener of The Knot. (2000)

    This album should be slotted right in-between Self Titled and Iowa, as far as overall importance to the development and future success of the band is concerned. Perhaps even more important than those two albums in many ways. WANYK is a total musical experience, blending elements of the old with the new, and the new with experimental. WANYK is worth    Long time listener of The Knot. (2000)

    This album should be slotted right in-between Self Titled and Iowa, as far as overall importance to the development and future success of the band is concerned. Perhaps even more important than those two albums in many ways.

    WANYK is a total musical experience, blending elements of the old with the new, and the new with experimental. WANYK is worth listening to if only for the masterful experience of moving from one track to the next as each interlude creates the atmosphere that makes it such a treat. Every song begins and ends with an intro and outro that sets this album apart from any others. Point blank, it's the magnum opus of the band and the entire genre of nu metal (slipmetal) in this period of time. The amount of effort, heart and unapologetic intensity is also found in ample amounts on this album. The mixture of these elements is why fans stick with this group through and through. This is true musical leadership at its finest, and a way to give back to all the supportive fans.

    WANYK is the kind of album that will be remembered for its sheer importance to music, fans, and art in general. Do yourself a favor and listen to this album. You'll regret it if you dont.    … Expand
  77. AlexGoldeneberg
    Aug 11, 2019
    10
    Constant tension, the imposition of grandiose darkness. Excellent balance between heaviness and melodiousness. The album brings something new but with a recognizable style.
  78. SynapseAI
    Aug 11, 2019
    9
    This is Slipknot's strongest album in quite some time. I personally didn't enjoy The Gray Chapter. This album perfectly fits between Self-Titled and Vol3 with slight hints of IOWA.
    Most of the songs are perfect! And songs like Spiders are very catchy. Might give a few Stone sour hints.
  79. TheScoundreL
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    Beautifully brutal - satisfying beyond description. Surpassed the high hopes I had for this album, which is the demonic butt-baby of Iowa & Vol. 3 (& I mean that in the best way possible) - the only critique I have is greedily wishing for more of these songs. F'ing awesome & addictive - some of Slipknot's best ever. As a guitarist, my favorite riffs are on Not Long for This World. Too manyBeautifully brutal - satisfying beyond description. Surpassed the high hopes I had for this album, which is the demonic butt-baby of Iowa & Vol. 3 (& I mean that in the best way possible) - the only critique I have is greedily wishing for more of these songs. F'ing awesome & addictive - some of Slipknot's best ever. As a guitarist, my favorite riffs are on Not Long for This World. Too many solid tracks to pick an overall favorite...which isn't a bad problem to have. If only every album I buy from other bands henceforth could be HALF as good as this, I'd gladly sacrifice toy goats to The Dark Lord every night until I die :]… Expand
  80. Drewcifer1985
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    One of their most cohesive, experimental, dynamic, and yet instantly recognizable works. Brilliant.
  81. Lucas_C
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We Are Not Your Kind is the most ambitious album of Nu Metal titans Slipknot yet. It combines the energy and lyrical power of their 1999 debut, the diversity of Vol. 3, the atomesphere of The Gray Chapter, and the anthem melodies of All Hope is Gone. Corey's vocals are the strongest they've ever been, and everyone else is on their best work since Iowa. The album starts off with the eerie, yet moving, prelude "Insert Coin" which sets the tone for "Unsainted", the lead single of WANYK. Unsainted is a melodic, stadium-shaking anthem, complete with a sweet breakdown. Birth of the Cruel is a track reminiscent of the song Prosthetics off of their first album, starting off with a drum track that sets a tone as if you were stalking someone in the night, and transistions into a clean vocal intro featuring cascading guitars. (skipping death because of death, as its a forgettable interlude). Nero Forte is indescribably amazing, with some of the best vocal work ever done by Corey Taylor, and a thrash metal riff, it contains a chorus reminiscent of Psychosocial, but much more mature. The song is perfect in every manner, and no complaints from me, the drumming is the best work Jay Weinberg has done for the band. Critical Darling is a track with super heavy, grinding guitar riffs, that could easily be featured on the band 2001 album "Iowa." Critical Darling transitions smoothly into the ballad-esque track of A Liar's Funeral. ALF starts with an acoustic intro with Corey Taylor's beautiful vocals, and transitions into a melody-entwined nu-metal track, the acoustic work on this track has the best tone presented by Slipknot so far. Red Flag is a track similar to many other Slipknot songs from their first two albums, and is easily forgettable, but the riffs make up for the lack of creativity. What's Next, leaves the lisener wondering What's Next, as it is nothing like Slipknot has ever made sonically. It leads perfectly into "Spiders", which is quite frankly, a track that sends the listener on a nightmare trip of clean vocals and crazy drum work, its an experimental sound that sounds almost like "Duality" but John Carpenter took it home and worked on it. Orphan is a powerful song that reminds me of a mix between "The Heretic Anthem" and Slipknot's new melodies, overall something that will leave any fan of nu-metal satisfied. My Pain is a very experimental track featuring mostly Corey, Craig, and Jay, it is almost like an unnerving lullaby that sends me back to the song off of Vol. 3, "Danger-Keep Away."Overall My Pain is not something I would have expected Slipknot to try out, but I personally believe it fits their new image perfectly. Not Long For This World is a highlight of the album for me, with amazing, melancholical, and dark lyrics, entwined with Corey's amazing vocal work. As the song progresses into a melocial anthem full of amazing guitar work. Solway Firth is an extremly heavy track that could be straight off of Iowa, and closes the album perfectly. Overall the album is one of the best metal albums in a long time, and I cannot wait to see what Slipknot puts out next.… Expand
  82. fmoriss
    Aug 10, 2019
    6
    Couple good songs, the rest is just OK or plain bad.
    Not what I was expecting from Slipknot.
    6/10
  83. fgboaes
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    They promised a heavier album, and they delivered. Easily the heaviest, both lyrically and musically, since Iowa, an album that I personally consider to be their best. A few of the songs could even be on Iowa, especially the track Orphan. However, it's far enough away from Iowa to be able to succeed as it's own thing. A very solid album all around. A few songs that I personally consider toThey promised a heavier album, and they delivered. Easily the heaviest, both lyrically and musically, since Iowa, an album that I personally consider to be their best. A few of the songs could even be on Iowa, especially the track Orphan. However, it's far enough away from Iowa to be able to succeed as it's own thing. A very solid album all around. A few songs that I personally consider to be highlights: Unsainted, Birth of the Cruel, Critical Darling, A Liar's Funeral, Spiders, and Solway Firth. The entire album, with the exception of maybe My Pain, is amazing, and I highly recommend it to anyone.… Expand
  84. bl4ckdeath
    Aug 10, 2019
    0
    Am I even listening to the same album all these 10/10 reviews are? Honestly, I dont think Slipknot has been peak since self-titled/Iowa era... However, they still put on fun live shows and hearing all the hype surrounding their upcoming release I was super excited. People were saying it was going to be a return to 'Iowa' era Slipknot. I listened closely front to back.... The entireAm I even listening to the same album all these 10/10 reviews are? Honestly, I dont think Slipknot has been peak since self-titled/Iowa era... However, they still put on fun live shows and hearing all the hype surrounding their upcoming release I was super excited. People were saying it was going to be a return to 'Iowa' era Slipknot. I listened closely front to back.... The entire thing is just complete garbage. It's awful. It doesn't even sound like Slipknot. The lyricism is weak and uninventive. The songwriting is so damn boring and cheesy and repetitive to a fault. I could go on and on about this record but to me they're done. Corey sounds like a pirate in 'Solway Firth'. I don't see Slipknot coming back from this. This is worse than 'the gray chapter' and I really didn't think that would be possible.… Expand
  85. XalderAlenPurge
    Aug 9, 2019
    9
    While I felt that .5 was a rare misstep by Slipknot, they are now back in full force, full swing, full angst, sounding as great as ever. We Are Not Your Kind is a glorious kick in the teeth that manages to both look backwards at their back catalogue and look forward to new and better things.
  86. Hgamboa3
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    10/10 album. Mixture of Iowa and Vol 3. A must listen to all rock fans around the world. This album will kick your f*cking ass.
  87. se7enX90X
    Aug 10, 2019
    5
    The fact that I've seen multiple plebs saying absurd statements like "this is Slipknot's best album" shows how absolutely delusional this bands fanbase is. We Are Not Your Kind isn't even close to as good as Vol. 3. let alone Iowa. Give me a break.
  88. Vergil1017
    Aug 10, 2019
    0
    I have no idea who liked this album in the first place. Just a piece of **** Tortilla - couldn't promote the album. Each track is worse than the other. Why it's called a Slipknot - is not clear. Olds people, it's time to finish your musical career. Very bad.
  89. Nateo
    Aug 10, 2019
    8
    One word to describe this album; Different. I’m glad that after 20 years an artist can remain true to themselves and their sound while progressing enough to take risks.
  90. v1g4lodon
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    **** AWESOME album. corey taylor's voice is still impressive. the most badass songs: orphan, a liar's funeral, solway firth, unsainted, not long for this world, nero forte
  91. wichita
    Aug 10, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I usually don't write reviews, but We Are Not Your Kind is sick. I felt that I have to say something. First things first, I'm not a huge fan of .5: The Gray Chapter and All Hope Is Gone. Because the band was not productive, it really feels like that they are into something, but don't have the courage to do it. But in WANYK, it seems like they finally did it. And it is SICK. First ten songs of the album is the real Slipknot we all love. After the 10th song, they tried some new sounds and it really haunted me. To be honest, except "My Pain", the album is great. Best one they have since the Vol.3. But My Pain is totally tolerable. Because Corey's vocals are extraordinary. Clean vocals gives you the real eargasm.

    Only thing that bothers me is Jay. Jay is soo, how do we say it? Uninspired. Feels like he just drumming all the same through 64 minutes. But overall, It's a 95/100 from me. This is the Slipknot I want to hear.    … Expand
  92. Slipknot2288
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    Corey is god, альбом очень понравился, все песни кроме deth because deth, теаепь мой 1 из любимых
  93. ohcin
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    Mix the creepiness of the Self-Titled, the heaviness of Iowa, the experimentation of Vol.3, the catchy chorus of All Hope Is Gone and the atmosphere of The Grey Chapter and you get We Are Not Your Kind. Slipknot at it's best.
  94. daveclaws
    Aug 10, 2019
    10
    It’s like what they wanted Vol. 3 to be; Experimental and heavy but... matured. It’s their best album because it does everything very well. It’s not singularly heavy or singularly melodic, it mixes both perfectly.
  95. firewallpt
    Aug 9, 2019
    2
    Lots of people are stating that Slipknot took the creative path full head-on and came out with the most experimental album to date. Well... I call it laziness. Interludes, poorly written and uninspired lyrics all helped to build a week record. Maybe the weakest of their career.
  96. chillwiddit
    Aug 9, 2019
    9
    Great album. August will be a great month for music.
  97. CHikeR
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Iowa X Vol. 3: The Subliminal Verses
    Therefore came out as this album Like a lot of elements, it was cut 2 previous albums like All Hope Is Gone and .5: The Gray Chapter. This album is the very best of Slipknot's early soundtrack, but one thing is that we don't listen. Solo of 2 guitarists like Jim and Mick. If anyone is addicted to the solo part, then must go back to listen to the    Iowa X Vol. 3: The Subliminal Verses
    Therefore came out as this album Like a lot of elements, it was cut 2 previous albums like All Hope Is Gone and .5: The Gray Chapter. This album is the very best of Slipknot's early soundtrack, but one thing is that we don't listen. Solo of 2 guitarists like Jim and Mick. If anyone is addicted to the solo part, then must go back to listen to the previous 2 albums. Because the soundtrack of this album contains only guitar riffs and percussion and fun    … Expand
  98. vincent3445
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Очень интересный альбом, этот коллектив один из немногих, кто старается экспериментировать с музыкой при этом не теряет свою харизму со времен одноименника. Порадовало большое количество чистого вокала от Кори.
  99. Pandadude
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Absolutely amazing album. It’s up there with Iowa and ST in my opinion. 100% must buy for anyone that calls themself a maggot.
  100. Constomy
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    So good. Corey's voice is back in form. Saw him live a week ago in Knotfest. I'll Never forget that night!
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Universal acclaim - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Classic Rock Magazine
    Aug 20, 2019
    90
    Wonderfully cohesive hour of vein-popping indignation. [Sep 2019, p.82]
  2. Clash Music
    Aug 15, 2019
    70
    Slipknot make an unexpected impact with their newly-discovered tenderness, but it’s those instantly-recognisable throat-shredding roars that really shine.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Aug 14, 2019
    67
    For better or for worse, Kind is a Slipknot record, one that has more to offer than expected and is still sometimes frustratingly short-sighted.
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