IGOR
by Tyler, The Creator
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: May 17, 2019
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1075 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 24 out of 1075
  3. Negative: 41 out of 1075
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  1. Sl4ck
    May 19, 2019
    8
    This album is very subjective, as I personally believe that it is enjoyed the most if you are a Tyler stan. Overall I love the album, it is experimental and deferent to anything else Tyler has put out. The first 3/4 of the album was amazing, but I was personally let down by the last quarter. Overall it was a great album and i will be jamming it for years to come.
  2. JayMassey
    May 19, 2019
    5
    Tyler The Creator creates washed out vocal harmonies over synth heavy instrumentals that range from half baked and messy to wildly original and beautiful. Lyrical themes continue to revolve around relationship issues and emotional regulation/turmoil. Vocals are lacking much of the time. Features are all over the place. Ideas seem to be unfinished, but there is enjoyment to be had withTyler The Creator creates washed out vocal harmonies over synth heavy instrumentals that range from half baked and messy to wildly original and beautiful. Lyrical themes continue to revolve around relationship issues and emotional regulation/turmoil. Vocals are lacking much of the time. Features are all over the place. Ideas seem to be unfinished, but there is enjoyment to be had with IGOR. -Jay Massey… Expand
  3. musicwizard636
    May 18, 2019
    8
    Tyler is at a point in his career where he can make purposely awkward music sound professional and polished. This also marks the third release from the OFWGKTA camp to successfully embrace the experiential. Though not completely air-tight, "Igor" offers an exciting new direction for Tyler. One to build upon on upcoming releases.
  4. Betstar
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Hes made one of the best albums ever. The trip this thing takes you on will bring you to tears and fill you with joy. Transitions between songs are seamless and the story is told perfectly in a quick 45 minutes.
  5. LoafyReviews
    May 18, 2019
    5
    “IGOR” looked interesting with the snippets of the songs that he put out for the album, but when the full project was released it didn’t really live up to expectations and it was a bit of a disappointment. The production on this album was amazing, but not consistently. Hearing static all the time can get annoying. Lyrically the album was hot garbage and 90% of the lyrics were just ad-libs“IGOR” looked interesting with the snippets of the songs that he put out for the album, but when the full project was released it didn’t really live up to expectations and it was a bit of a disappointment. The production on this album was amazing, but not consistently. Hearing static all the time can get annoying. Lyrically the album was hot garbage and 90% of the lyrics were just ad-libs and repeating hooks (Don’t get me started with carti’s part of the album.) Other than that, the album was extremely mediocre and wasn’t even close to topping “Wolf” which is still his best album he’s ever released in his discography.… Expand
  6. JV_Esteves
    May 18, 2019
    10
    This is literally my first week listening to Tyler, and this album is a masterpiece.
    The synth of his music is absolutely insane, and the tracks are supernatural.
    This album achieved the prime of Flower Boy, and maybe, this is the best production of Tyler ever made.
    Listen to this, you won't regret.
  7. dylanmagno
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Tyler has managed to create a wild and cathartic portrayal of love, forming not only a fresh take on the "breakup album" format, but crafting a sound which perfectly and creatively captures the essence of infatuation, separation, and desperation. The swirling analog synths and vocal embellishments that envelop the track evoke the sheer complexity and dizzying nature of love. Meanwhile, hisTyler has managed to create a wild and cathartic portrayal of love, forming not only a fresh take on the "breakup album" format, but crafting a sound which perfectly and creatively captures the essence of infatuation, separation, and desperation. The swirling analog synths and vocal embellishments that envelop the track evoke the sheer complexity and dizzying nature of love. Meanwhile, his jazzy color tones and beautiful chord progressions create a sense of awe at the beautiful and uncompromising force which drives our emotions...

    ...But wait! There's more! Tyler's maximalist style is rich with details and subtleties that come together to express the powerful narrative. The explosive basses throughout the album drive moments of overwhelming emotion, and the analog synths that decorate the album help to express the cuter and quirkier aspects of the game of love. Every quality is essential to the creation of the album's sound, and it is in this thoroughness of design that IGOR manages to create a truly passionate and unique experience.    … Expand
  8. Milesweatherman
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Best he’s done yet. Tracks are consistently amazing. Sounds different and stands out, but this change is for the best as Tyler challenges his sound
  9. Aplucity
    May 18, 2019
    10
    I expected IGOR to be a lazy cherry bomb adaptation. I got a perfect album with catchy lyrics, great instrumentals and a new theme to Tyler more iconic than flower boy and goblin combined. It is fair to say Tyler did it again. This is his best album
  10. Eventually
    May 18, 2019
    10
    IGOR is tyler the creator’s sixth studio album and in my opinion his best second only to flower boy on this double lp the production is sticky from front to back and is constantly surprising don’t come to this album looking for one thing there is nothing that seems overblown and it has no repetition when it comes to songwriting and producing also production takes the front seat when itIGOR is tyler the creator’s sixth studio album and in my opinion his best second only to flower boy on this double lp the production is sticky from front to back and is constantly surprising don’t come to this album looking for one thing there is nothing that seems overblown and it has no repetition when it comes to songwriting and producing also production takes the front seat when it comes to this entire record don’t come looking for a rap album if so turn back to his old work this is an album with rap+ everything else… Expand
  11. r8diohead
    May 18, 2019
    10
    A breath of fresh air the likes of which hasn’t been seen since Yeezus. A rare true masterpiece that nails everything it set out to.
  12. afloat
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Tyler has made perhaps his most intimate and lyrically beautiful album, full of excellent production and amazing features. Tyler made his best album to date.
  13. lm_Naathan
    May 18, 2019
    9
    IGOR shows Tyler at a peak performance of production. This album is catchy all the way through while telling a love story of Tyler’s fictional character, IGOR. By the time you are done you will want to keep listening to find any details you might have missed in the lyrics or any small details in the production. Tyler intended is to listen to this in order from start to finish and turn offIGOR shows Tyler at a peak performance of production. This album is catchy all the way through while telling a love story of Tyler’s fictional character, IGOR. By the time you are done you will want to keep listening to find any details you might have missed in the lyrics or any small details in the production. Tyler intended is to listen to this in order from start to finish and turn off the phone and focus on the music, what you find having that experience is a near perfect album in which it’s only gripe is that it’s not longer.… Expand
  14. elijahb123
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Up until this point, I was never a huge Tyler, the Creator fan. But this album. Mannnnnnn. It hits at such a new and unique level sonically, thematically, and lyrically. On first listen I was immediately pulled in, not wanting to stop until I had listened through the whole album 3 times over. I loved it all the way through and am extremely impressed by how many layers each song has. ThereUp until this point, I was never a huge Tyler, the Creator fan. But this album. Mannnnnnn. It hits at such a new and unique level sonically, thematically, and lyrically. On first listen I was immediately pulled in, not wanting to stop until I had listened through the whole album 3 times over. I loved it all the way through and am extremely impressed by how many layers each song has. There is truly nothing like Igor our right now. One of the best, if not the best, albums of the year so far.… Expand
  15. martusak0
    May 18, 2019
    10
    From the start, Tyler fascinated me with his never ending evolution as an artist and as a person.
    In this album Tyler feels like he finally matured as an artist and also his departure from the style he has established is very brave and admirable.
  16. Yeezyducky
    May 18, 2019
    6
    Easily tyler's worst album, pointless features, pointless high pitched vocals, it literally ruined so many songs from being great here, but the beats are probably the best in his entire career, so he improved on that at least.
  17. JuanSanchesz
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Absolutely masterclass production and aesthetic. It's Tyler musical peak. Enjoy.
  18. Youngmark
    May 18, 2019
    9
    This is beautiful album filled with great samples and experimental beats which proves to me that that Tyler, The Creator is really talented after all
  19. Mtrillas
    May 18, 2019
    3
    What some consider to be the best work by Tyler, the Creator, I consider to be the worst of it all.
    I understand how he tries to create this amazing auditive experiencie throughout the album. But he fails at it. With the tracks having little to no structure, all the percussions feel flat, and all the synths sound VERY similar. Lyrics are also weak. Overall, I just think he kinda rushed at    What some consider to be the best work by Tyler, the Creator, I consider to be the worst of it all.
    I understand how he tries to create this amazing auditive experiencie throughout the album. But he fails at it. With the tracks having little to no structure, all the percussions feel flat, and all the synths sound VERY similar. Lyrics are also weak. Overall, I just think he kinda rushed at making this album.
    I also think that this is the perfect example to say: Being random and throwing a bunch of random synths into random thracks and calling that **** an album isn't 'artistic' nor good.
    You gotta give pupose. You gotta give expression and have a structure to create something worth listening. Like his last album...
    Tyler is a creative dude, that's for sure. But this time... he just **** up.    … Expand
  20. Harrybigballs
    May 18, 2019
    9
    The raw noise and powerful production from Cherry Bomb is refined by the maturity, beauty, and introspection found on Flower Boy to create Tyler’s greatest album to date. A compelling naritive is told throughout- conveyed not only through deliberate and thoughtful lyrics, but also by the stellar production all completed by Tyler himself. Tyler’s best, and probably the best album this yearThe raw noise and powerful production from Cherry Bomb is refined by the maturity, beauty, and introspection found on Flower Boy to create Tyler’s greatest album to date. A compelling naritive is told throughout- conveyed not only through deliberate and thoughtful lyrics, but also by the stellar production all completed by Tyler himself. Tyler’s best, and probably the best album this year so far.… Expand
  21. jimla
    May 18, 2019
    10
    One word:
    PHENOMENAL
    ...................................................................
  22. Louis_Mulhern
    May 18, 2019
    9
    So, 'IGOR' is Tyler's 6th full length project, and was not what I was expecting to any degree. I'm going to try and keep this review short as I've only listened once, but you best believe I'm getting another few listens in today. After 'Flower Boy' was released, I didn't really know how Tyler could manage to top such an incredible project, as it was such a change in tone, aesthetic and theSo, 'IGOR' is Tyler's 6th full length project, and was not what I was expecting to any degree. I'm going to try and keep this review short as I've only listened once, but you best believe I'm getting another few listens in today. After 'Flower Boy' was released, I didn't really know how Tyler could manage to top such an incredible project, as it was such a change in tone, aesthetic and the story in it was gorgeous. But, I feel like 'IGOR' did this just as good, if not better. This sounds like Tyler's first attempt at an R&B/pop album, being a complete left turn from his style in anything else, and Tyler was really not joking when he said he wanted to sing. It's minimalist in it's very nature, with Tyler taking a step back on pretty much every track, letting the features and heavy production take the lead, and in tracks like 'PUPPET' the way Tyler manages to utilise Kanye West's singing is a testament to his production abilities. On 'Flower Boy', one of the things that impressed me the most was Tyler's production, being all by himself, being so different yet so damn impressive. In this project, it's more experimental, sounding like all of Tyler's previous works have been put into a blender and spewed out onto the canvas that is 'IGOR.'

    Much like 'Flower Boy', the album has underlying themes of love and the things going on in Tyler's head, with a tonne of metaphors placed throughout, so I might do another article trying to explain these, as I attempt to try and grasp the album more. In his statement before the release of the album, Tyler made it clear that he wanted there to be no distractions when taking in the project, and his reasoning for this has shone in this project. The gothic, disco and pop feel of the album just makes it sound like it was made so people could dance around in their room and take it in. It sounds like what people would listen to in a rainy car ride at night on their way home. It sounds like what an album should be. Mainstream rap listeners will be likely to not enjoy this project, as it is so different, even for Tyler. This could resonate with some pop music fans though, and could elevate Tyler's stature as an artist. It almost has this kind of vibe which portrays Tyler as a disco king, which is shown through the way he dresses and the set design in the clips leading up the albums release.

    It's so upbeat in it's very nature, every track is a so called 'banger', sounding like it could literally be played anywhere, and I would love to get into a mosh pit when Tyler performs this live. It just seems to shine on every highlight it is given, and is probably my favourite album of the year so far, but admittedly, I get overly excited on first listens sometimes. It's vastly experimental but his most accessible, and one of his most relatable albums to date. It's almost as if Tyler took some of the things he was trying to do on 'Cherry Bomb', and put them onto this project, but as a more experienced artist, refining everything that did not shine on that project. A lot of the sounds and production make you feel the emotions intended, rather than the lyrics, in a vastly rich soundscape. You can feel the anger, love, pain and happiness intended on each track, without even having to listen to the lyrics. The album has it's own identity compared to Tyler's previous works, and if his name and face wasn't on it, you'd have to take a minute to figure out who it is.

    To conclude, this album is absolutely gorgeous. As much as I loved 'Flower Boy', I'm not afraid to say that I think this is Tyler's best work and will be one of his most important, I could change my mind, but as of right now, I am in love with this project. This will definitely going up for the album of the year, and I think Tyler could finally get the Grammy he deserves. It is an amazing thing to watch his growth as an artist, from his controversial and gritty lyrics, to shining in this project as a beautiful disco/pop/R&B album. It's going to be one of the albums that sets the tone for my summer, and all I can say right now is this: Tyler, stank you smelly mucho.

    Favourite Songs: EARFQUAKE, PUPPET, GONE, GONE / THANK YOU

    Score: 9/10    … Expand
  23. hldmylqr
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Tyler, The Creator's IGOR is a breakup sound for him, straying back from his previously rap dominated work. The project only features scarce rap parts scattered over the course of it. The album's opener is a gritty mash of vocals, synthesizers & drums, clashing together beautifully to create an perfect beginning to the story of Igor that's underlining the album. This song is followed up byTyler, The Creator's IGOR is a breakup sound for him, straying back from his previously rap dominated work. The project only features scarce rap parts scattered over the course of it. The album's opener is a gritty mash of vocals, synthesizers & drums, clashing together beautifully to create an perfect beginning to the story of Igor that's underlining the album. This song is followed up by the beautiful EARFQUAKE, featuring Playboi Carti, also one of the highlights of IGOR. Tyler confesses his love to synthesizers over the course of this album, creating beautiful soundscapes mixed with gritty, dark rhythmic drums & vibes. With songs like RUNNING OUT OF TIME; GONE, GONE / THANK YOU; I DON'T LOVE YOU ANYMORE & more, this album displays a big character growth for Tyler, further moving away from his young, provocative but good work and moving towards a mature Tyler, The Creator even more. Only 5 months in, one of the best Albums of 2019 has already been released by the young musician and rightfully deserves a 10.… Expand
  24. swisscr
    May 18, 2019
    10
    Tyler found the perfect balance between different music genres and rap. As of 18/05/2019 the best album this year for sure.
  25. V1t41m
    May 18, 2019
    9
    This album is a sound journey, the production is amazing in so many ways man... comparing this album with fb doesn't make any sense because both have different proposals
  26. Tomcrowley11
    May 18, 2019
    9
    Conceptually, this is Tyler's best album yet. Sonically, this is Tyler's best album yet.
    Fans of his rapping may not enjoy the lack of rapping throughout - but if you can get past that then this album will be an amazing listen.
  27. danielboro
    May 18, 2019
    9
    definitely not as good as the wolf or flower boy but definitely better than the rest. The production here is amazing but the lyrics are not that memorable. Keep on going tyler
  28. RidgyOlive
    May 18, 2019
    10
    It is just an amazing piece of art. It is different to any other Tyler album though.
  29. Alfnil18
    May 18, 2019
    8
    Not as good as flower boy but better than all other albums in his discography
  30. GHIHAO
    May 18, 2019
    9
    Perhaps what makes this such a solid entry in Tyler's discography isn't just the luscious synth-drenched production, but the albums willingness to explore its own awkwardness. The concept of "Igor", this deformed figure longing for affection and intimacy, permeates the entire album. The project itself is a frankensteined mix of influences and genres, to the point that it's hard to make outPerhaps what makes this such a solid entry in Tyler's discography isn't just the luscious synth-drenched production, but the albums willingness to explore its own awkwardness. The concept of "Igor", this deformed figure longing for affection and intimacy, permeates the entire album. The project itself is a frankensteined mix of influences and genres, to the point that it's hard to make out at times. Which works in Tyler's favour here, "Igor", never quite gives you all the answers, instead launches you into an entirely unique musical landscape, that becomes more vivid with each return visit. The production here is layered, intelligent and elevates each track, while the often corny lyrics and vocals paint it with alternative hip hop camp. His writing on this album doesn't quite take centre stage like in previous cuts, but what it does achieve is allowing the listener to be one with the song and feel each decadent transition. Fans of Tyler's previous work should enjoy this new project, it sounds as if Cherry Bomb and Flower boy had an illegitimate child, that possessed the talent and diversity of its parents, yet refused to follow in their footsteps. "Igor" is definitely one of Tyler, The Creator's bravest creative ventures thus far, and truly cements him as an artist on the forefront of redefining modern music.

    FAVOURITE TRACKS:

    I THINK

    A BOY IS A GUN

    NEW MAGIC WAND

    WHAT'S GOOD

    GONE, GONE/ THANK YOU    … Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. The Wire
    Jul 11, 2019
    50
    Things improve markedly when he plays to his strengths with the nuanced narrative of “A Boy Is A Gun”, but ultimately such moments [are] hard to hear over the pitiable “Puppet” and “Earfquake”, functional pop wisely rejected by Justin Bieber and Rihanna. When the narrative sags and his mind seems to wander, it just isn’t enough, no matter how stylish the trimmings. [Aug 2019, p.68]
  2. Under The Radar
    Jun 27, 2019
    80
    For the most part, Tyler has opted out of his rapping heritage, preferring pitch-altered singing vocals which will split some opinion. However, this elevated IGOR beyond the mere confines of genre, to a substantially great work of art, cementing Tyler's case as one of this decade's most essential artists.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Jun 21, 2019
    80
    It’s an intriguing album with few dips (only Kanye’s verse on Puppet sounds rather phoned in and lacklustre), and it adds up to Tyler, The Creator’s best work to date. He may not be threatening Western civilization anymore, but he is creating something far more interesting.
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