16 August 2017
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Sixth album from the Cleveland-born rapper with guest appearances from André Benjamin, Travis Scott, Pharrell Williams and Willow Smith
6.6
At 19 tracks, the project definitely could have used some editing, but like the man himself this is messy and complicated — but still utterly enthralling Read Review
Loaded with hits, but it also draws attention to Cudi's renewed sense of self. Cudi has finally slayed his demons, and he sounds all the better for it Read Review
Breathes gravitas into the Kid Cudi discography, realigning his trajectory and hinting at hope, possibility, and, most importantly, recovery Read Review
It is definitely a record that demands repeated attention, as a cursory listen will not unveil all its hidden gems Read Review
The most focused he’s sounded since 2010’s Man on the Moon II, with the same drawbacks that have always plagued him Read Review
Kid Cudi is a true role model for an industry that often has a warped vision of mental health, and this album, as much as it is a cry for help, should perhaps be seen as the opening of a new dialogue that can only benefit those suffering from mental illness Read Review
Has a roll call of collaborators that feels like a group hug Read Review
The curious case of Scott Mescudi continues on Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin', which runs at 87 minutes across 19 tracks Read Review
A record concerned with little more than keeping up appearances Read Review
Kid Cudi’s biggest demons, self-indulgence and indecision, are alive and well on his sixth LP Read Review
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Kid Cudi: Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'
Melvins A Walk With Love And Death
Print edition only Mojo
Cornelius Mellow Waves
As a transmitter for cute, stylistic oddness, he remains staunch. Print edition only Mojo
Soccer Mommy Collection
Hook-packed. Print edition only Mojo
James Vincent McMorrow True Care
Dense and absorbing. Print edition only Mojo
Nicole Atkins Goodnight Rhonda Lee
Atkins' fourth album sets a high bar. Print edition only Mojo
Daphni FABRICLIVE 93
Girl Ray Earl Grey
Impressive debut. Print edition only Mojo
UNKLE The Road Part 1
Still has plenty to offer. Print edition only Mojo
Black Grape Pop Voodoo
It's just about perfect. Print edition only Mojo
In cinematic terms, not a bomb. But not a blockbuster, either. Print edition only Q
Katie Von Schleicher Shitty Hits
High-end songwriting with a coat of lead paint. Print edition only Q
McMorrow's vocals retain their husky appeal. Print edition only Q
Oneohtrix Point Never Good Time OST
As Good Time shows, his skills have caught up with his ambition Resident Advisor
Dead Cross Dead Cross
A fun, nihilistic smash to the head Earbuddy
Downtown Boys Cost Of Living
Downtown Boys’ message may not connect with all listeners, but there will be those who won’t allow the bad guys to win Earbuddy
Since we've been around, that is. So, the highest-rated albums from the past eight years or so. Rankings are calculated to two decimal places.
Kendrick Lamar To Pimp A Butterfly
Kendrick Lamar Damn.
D'Angelo And The Vanguard Black Messiah
Nick Cave And The Bad Seeds Skeleton Tree
Frank Ocean Channel Orange
Anaïs Mitchell Hadestown
Kanye West My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Leonard Cohen You Want It Darker
Sufjan Stevens Carrie & Lowell
Mount Eerie A Crow Looked at Me