We Are Not Your Kind
by Slipknot
User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 496 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 425 out of 496
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 496
  3. Negative: 42 out of 496
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  1. MADVIP85
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    You want Iowa, the self titled and Vol.3 combined in one brutally melodic fashion then this is your album. Creepy samples, eerie intros, beautifully crafted ballads and rip roaring choruses. Definitely worth a shot for the Grammys
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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
  6. 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:)
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. serelyereli
    Aug 4, 2020
    2
    such a bad album from slipknot. I think they didn't get the right idea of new metal core.
  10. 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
  11. 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.
  12. Prosmooth
    Aug 18, 2019
    5
    Not real Metal. Made for radio play, and for Emo kids to sing along with in concert.
  13. 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.
  14. Thigpen84
    Aug 9, 2019
    5
    This is their most brutal album in sometime but I think what bothers me is that the songs do not take their own identity like they do on Subliminal Versus, they mesh together too much, I could listen to this album 5 times and not remember what songs I liked, it had some moments but I am not super impressed
  15. 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.
  16. Bloodbaath
    Aug 9, 2019
    4
    Honestly, i am dissapointed, the drums does not have tha same kind of integrity and attack just the same "heavy" beat all the time with little time for fast fills, guitars are getting more repetitive and boring, the sheer hype of their music seems to be gone for me with this album im sorry but i cannot recommend this.
  17. 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
  18. macchamo
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    An energy that had not been present since Vol:3. Strong riffs, powerful vocals, jump-the-f-up breakdowns and most welcome breaks and "artsy" explorations. Constant tension and punches.
    You can tell it's the first album that has been written as a full story and not just a succession of songs, as it goes full circle.
    So awesome that the band keeps successfully renewing themselves and    An energy that had not been present since Vol:3. Strong riffs, powerful vocals, jump-the-f-up breakdowns and most welcome breaks and "artsy" explorations. Constant tension and punches.
    You can tell it's the first album that has been written as a full story and not just a succession of songs, as it goes full circle.
    So awesome that the band keeps successfully renewing themselves and explore new horizons despite the members chaotic changes.
    quite excited to see this live.    … Expand
  19. MonkeyDneehar
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Dark, heavy and aggressive! Just what you want in a Slipknot album. This will entertain casual listeners too!
  20. Alcard9
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    **** amazing. Great album with great songs (Nero Forte is my favorite), in the second half it’s Full of experimentation.
  21. stasjs
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Absolutely breathtaking. This band has fully delivered on every level. A feat of the best album in their discography is something I never thought would happen. Each song is unique in its own way. The atmosphere of "Slipknot" is fully earned here. If they stopped here, I would be content.
  22. Boomstick95
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    I heard the Album now the 5th time and with every hearing session i find another piece of hidden art in this new and mostly daring but also winning album of slipknot. Its an album which is fresh and brave and even keep the great spirit of the band. Some also tracks remind me of IOWA times. Wouldnt be surprised if this will be one of the best Slipknot LP's. Great work. Great Art.
  23. Jackriot100
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Without a doubt Slipknot's best album and in my opinion, about as perfect as an album can reasonably get. Every single track is worth multiple listens, and that's more than I can say for most records in the sea of mediocrity that is the modern metal scene.
  24. Littleboyy
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    Amazing. The only word to describe it. It is a breath of fresh air for SlipKnot in the modern era of Slipknot and makes you want more (even though there are 14 songs).
  25. 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.
  26. tsush21
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    No words needed. Masterpiece
    Great synergy of all previous album's styles.
    100% recommended
  27. klokikus
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fcking AMAZING. This is the culmination of all Slipknot has been in the last 20 years. You want the agressive music, you got it. You want the Vol 3 style? You got it. You want .5? You got that too. You want some Snuff? You got it in "A Liar's Funeral" .

    The interludes (Insert Coin, Death Because of Death, What's Next) are like a bridge between chapters in this album. When Insert coin ends you go into Unsainted, Birth of The Cruel which give a story of what happened in Corey's life first, how he went downhill, etc.
    Then Death Because of Death comes that continues with Nero Forte, Critical Darling, A Liar's Funeral and Red Flag that show off another chapter in Corey's life. This chapter is connected with his abuse, failed relationships, being lied and ditching all those things. Then What's Next comes and drags us into the biggest experiment Spiders which I still havent analyzed well but It's really good even for a Slipknot standard. Next up are Orphan, My Pain, Not Long For This World and Solway Firth. Orphan is basically The Heretic Anthem pt. 2 and in this last chapter of the album he talks how he overcame all the things like drug abuse, bad love etc. In Not Long For this world he basically thought he was gonna die at some point of those dark times. And in the end its Solway Firth with probably the best closing album words "You want a real smile? Haha. I havent smiled in years" which concludes this Magnum Opus of Slipknot and leaves us all breathless.
    This is small review from what this album really is and I hope we get #7 album in the future which we probably will.
    Thanks for reading this review and go listen to the album immediately cause its 100/10.    … Expand
  28. smeefburrgers
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    The best slipknot album is now here the most creative and overall best album they have done easily.
  29. Sean_lon21
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
    I have never listened to any album where i genuinely enjoyed every song this album in my eyes is perfect
  30. 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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