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The Slip
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Trent Reznor slips in another digital album release.
| LABEL: | N/A |
| RELEASE DATE: | 22 July 2008 |
| DISCS: | 1 disc |
| GENRE(S): | Rock, Alternative |
NOTES: Released as a free download on the Nine Inch Nail's official site 5 May 2008.
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The average user rating for this album is 8.2 (out of 10) based on 28 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Robbie C gave it an8:
NIN's best release since The Fragile! That was almost 10 years ago. I am a very happy nailhead.
Jon M gave it a9:
Took a few spins but I really enjoy all the tracks, except Letting You, which, musically, is just to repetitive.
Dustin J. gave it a10:
Trent Reznor never fails to deliver music that far out weight the abilities of most people that walk this planet.
Olivia L. gave it a9:
Great album! I'm a newer NIN fan, but I've worked my way back from Year Zero and greatly enjoy all major releases save The Downward Spiral (can only handle a few tracks so far). The only track on The Slip I can't handle is Letting You (although I agree with the sentiment). The entire album is masterfully rendered and there are some standout tracks, such as Head Down, Lights in the Sky, and Demon Seed. (Really, I love them all, though.) My husband has a theory that this album's overarching narrative is a struggle of multiple personalities. That certainly seems on track to me, given the lyrics and tone of the work. Bottom Line: Trent Reznor is offering the album as a free download, so why not give it a try-- it's amazing.
Steam Machine gave it a7:
Although the album doesn't seem to have a linear structure as such, the songs presented are quite pleasant. A few weaknesses here and there. If I were to rate this as a Nine Inch Nails album, I'd give it a 6 because I know Trent is capable of better, however as an album by itself, I'll give it 7.
Connor D. gave it a9:
Awesome album. Too many instrumental tracks keep it from perfect 10 (Corona Radiata is too long).
Antonis L. gave it a6:
Not bad but definitely not of the quality found in Year Zero and Ghosts. My main issue was that compared to all the other works by NIN it didn't say anything innovative. Every previous album had something new to say and explore musically, The Slip did not give me that feeling. Sometimes I got the "hmm, I've heard that before, haven't I?" feeling which has not happen with previous releases. I was also let down by the album's production. IMO the musical elements were not balanced and that often led to not being able to enjoy what was happening since everything was thrown on top of each other. I dare say that in a couple of cases it even sounded a bit rushed.
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