Ultraviolence
by Lana Del Rey
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8.8

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  1. Blakebcb123
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    THIS is music. Beautiful. Claps for Dan Auerbach.

    Best Tracks: "Cruel World" "Ultraviolence" "Shades of Cool" "Old Money" "Black Beauty"
    Worst Track: "Guns N Roses"
  2. truerowance
    Jun 10, 2015
    7
    After listening to this album, I realised it's not that bad but it's not thaaaaaaat good. Anyway, Ultraviolence shows that Lana kinda grew up since Born to Die. And I like it.
  3. Wael
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    This album is so much different than any other Lana Del Rey record, especially her major-label debut Born To Die. Good different. The amazing hip hop beats are gone, only to be replaced with magnificent guitars. The deep sad lyrics vanished, only to be replaced by even sadder and more bitter words. Lana's confidence is on top, her vocal performance is very passionate and very on point. TheThis album is so much different than any other Lana Del Rey record, especially her major-label debut Born To Die. Good different. The amazing hip hop beats are gone, only to be replaced with magnificent guitars. The deep sad lyrics vanished, only to be replaced by even sadder and more bitter words. Lana's confidence is on top, her vocal performance is very passionate and very on point. The record has this big summer-y feel to it, even though it's the saddest thing I have ever heard. Standouts are Money, Power, Glory; Sad Girl; and Brooklyn Baby. Go miss Grant! 8/10.… Expand
  4. Lenis
    May 11, 2015
    9
    It seems like is a very personal material for her, the alternative side is mixed with a very clever production that brings fresh rock sound, it's really great to see her growing up as an artist and bring such a beautiful record she's a poet and this kinda dreamy tracks are magic and belong so well to each other in a very cohesive way.

    Highlights: West Coast, Brooklyn Baby, Ultraviolence    It seems like is a very personal material for her, the alternative side is mixed with a very clever production that brings fresh rock sound, it's really great to see her growing up as an artist and bring such a beautiful record she's a poet and this kinda dreamy tracks are magic and belong so well to each other in a very cohesive way.

    Highlights: West Coast, Brooklyn Baby, Ultraviolence (especial shotout to Flipside)    … Expand
  5. ryanloveslana
    May 9, 2015
    10
    Lana's second effort under Interscope, gives off a more likeable sound than Born To Die (2011). On ULTRAVIOLENCE, the sound is more Sadcore and pop. However, it makes me upset that both "Florida Kilos" and "Flipside" were not included on the regular deluxe editions nor international versions of iTunes. My highlights of the album are "Cruel World", "Ultraviolence", "Shades of Cool", "WestLana's second effort under Interscope, gives off a more likeable sound than Born To Die (2011). On ULTRAVIOLENCE, the sound is more Sadcore and pop. However, it makes me upset that both "Florida Kilos" and "Flipside" were not included on the regular deluxe editions nor international versions of iTunes. My highlights of the album are "Cruel World", "Ultraviolence", "Shades of Cool", "West Coast", "Pretty When You Cry", "Old Money", "F**ked My Way to the Top", "Florida Kilos", and "Flipside". Overall, a beautiful-sad album.… Expand
  6. SergioCosta
    Apr 18, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album, i really identify myself with the lyrics. She show how dark can be the love for something and you'll do anything to get it, Lana did a perfect job and i'm so proud and grateful for it!… Expand
  7. nclsmrn
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    I am speechless. This is one of the best albums of 2014. Feels like you're drowning on the saddest lake in the most depressing forest that could exist.
  8. traviol
    Mar 7, 2015
    10
    Seriously, this is one of the best albums she has ever recorded. The dark theme with a west coast sense suit each other perfectly. Her voice makes it sound more richer. This album could be considered as the best album of 2014 and a masterpiece. It exactly shows us who she really is. Great work.
  9. thanospap
    Feb 12, 2015
    9
    This is my first review on an album and I am so happy to do it for Lana Del Rey's "Ultraviolence".
    The title may confuse some of you for the content of the album because the word "ultraviolence" is connected to " A Clockwork Orange" movie by Stanley Kubrick. Well not. This work has nothing to do with this gorgeous movie. It is an album that has to do with painful love, domestic violence,    This is my first review on an album and I am so happy to do it for Lana Del Rey's "Ultraviolence".
    The title may confuse some of you for the content of the album because the word "ultraviolence" is connected to " A Clockwork Orange" movie by Stanley Kubrick. Well not. This work has nothing to do with this gorgeous movie. It is an album that has to do with painful love, domestic violence, fame, rumours and the New York based artist's feelings about the other side of U.S.A.
    Actually, the lyrics' content is not much different from her Lizzy Grant's first album under the persona of Lana Del Rey, Born to Die. But this is not a problem, when the music, the rythms, the style and the atmosphere have become more mysterious and rock far away from some hip-hop and pop songs such as "Diet Mountain Dew" and "Off To The Races", which are amazing, but "mature" enough.
    Most of the songs are making love with the guitars of Dan Auerbach, producer of the album, and Rick Nowels in songs like "Shades of Cool", which contains a great solo playing the role of a bridge with the chaotic vocals by Del Rey.
    "Ultraviolence" begins with "Cruel World" which is a well-chosen introduction of the album, since it creates an atmosphere of melancholia and mystery and then "Ultraviolence" comes making it clear that Lana Del Rey is a complicated soul different from the others. An honest soul.
    In general, the album is a strong proof that Lana is not a girl aiming to be on the top of the charts and that she simply expresses her thoughts via the music with some really poetic lyrics.    … Expand
  10. valgreen
    Feb 5, 2015
    10
    Can't find the right words to describe this album because it's so **** good. It's amazing, really. You feel like floating in the sky in each song. Just so good. THIS should be nominated to the Grammys, and even winning. Sad that it isn't. But still, the best alternative album of 2014.
  11. MCRR
    Jan 25, 2015
    7
    A moody, sultry, sexy, luscious offering from Del Rey. The album is a touch somber, but in a 'oh-so-good' way. The dark and seductive vibe just pulls you right in. One can try and resist, but the sheer magnetism of Del Rey's beautiful charms is simply irresistible.
  12. longjetty7
    Jan 12, 2015
    9
    This album is near-perfect, probably my favorite of 2014. The first time I listened to Ultraviolence, I thought it was boring, but the more I listen, the more I like it. The sound is atmospheric and lush, and strangely it sounds both modern and throwback. Including the 3 songs on the Deluxe edition, I love every song except The Other Woman, but that sort of doesn't count because it's aThis album is near-perfect, probably my favorite of 2014. The first time I listened to Ultraviolence, I thought it was boring, but the more I listen, the more I like it. The sound is atmospheric and lush, and strangely it sounds both modern and throwback. Including the 3 songs on the Deluxe edition, I love every song except The Other Woman, but that sort of doesn't count because it's a cover (still fits with her whole persona though). This album is perfect for getting high to, or just kicking back and thinking about the meaning of life.… Expand
  13. nasosli
    Dec 27, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lana takes it in an different level. Am I the only that thinks that Lana del Rey is the QUEEN IF ALTERNATIVE. Amazing. New sounds and......amazing. Congrats!!!!!!!… Expand
  14. LoveMeHarder
    Dec 24, 2014
    9
    Ultraviolence is a very remarkable, cohesive body of work. It may not have the most upbeat and exciting tracks, but it sets a perfect, dark atmosphere. Lana has outdone herself on Ultraviolence, I'd recommend listening to it.
  15. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    7
    Worst album of Lana, this really causes me sleep, the songs appear to be identical and are too few who are saved, I hope it improves a lot in the next album.
    Highlights: Florida Kilos and Ultraviolence
    Lows: Sad Girl and Black Beauty
  16. diofelicciano
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    If this album could be described in only two words, I would describe as "depressingly amazing". Lana's sophomore album is denser than its predecessor, deeper too. You can feel her pain and desires just like you were on her skin. And that's great!
    "West Coast", "Cruel World", "Brooklyn Baby", "Florida Kilos" , "Sad Girl" and the title-track are the best moments.
  17. ultraviolenmilk
    Nov 9, 2014
    9
    Lana vërtetë e tejkalon atë në këtë album . Trading hop udhëtim / hip prodhimit me një shkëmb alternative të ndjehen të përzier me disa pop ëndërr nga The Black Keys Dan Auerbach . Vocals Lana janë pasuruar edhe në të gjithë LP përbërë nga këngë të përhershme deri në 6 minuta . Unë do ta quaja " albumin e errët " të këtij Lana ndërsa qenë më të mirë të saj . Nëpërmjet këtyre vlerëson ,Lana vërtetë e tejkalon atë në këtë album . Trading hop udhëtim / hip prodhimit me një shkëmb alternative të ndjehen të përzier me disa pop ëndërr nga The Black Keys Dan Auerbach . Vocals Lana janë pasuruar edhe në të gjithë LP përbërë nga këngë të përhershme deri në 6 minuta . Unë do ta quaja " albumin e errët " të këtij Lana ndërsa qenë më të mirë të saj . Nëpërmjet këtyre vlerëson , Lana ende duhet të punojë për kah lirika e saj . Tracks si **** My Way To The Top dhe Sad Girl janë gjysmë të mirë dhe mund të ketë qenë hedhur larg për versionin luksoz . Gruaja tjetër është edhe një nga këngët më të mira të formuluara nga Lana , pasi ishte shkruar fillimisht për Nina Simone . Në përgjithësi , Ultraviolence mund të jetë një nga albumet më të mira të 2014

    10/10    … Expand
  18. theBEAT
    Oct 13, 2014
    9
    Lana Del Rey's sophomore album Ultraviolence guides the listener through a dark path of 60's/70's americana in tragic LDR fashion exploring the sexy yet mysterious allure of the pop chanteuse. A violently cinematic listen.
    BEST TRACKS: Cruel World, Brooklyn Baby, West Coast, Money Power Glory
  19. Adson
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Live this fantasy! Del Rey used her total emotion in this album. "West Coast" is psychedelic and made me fly. The choices of singles was awesome and in my fav's top 5, I have: 1 - West Coast, 2 - Ultraviolence, 3 Shades of Cool, 4 - Pretty When You Cry and 5 - Money Power Glory.
  20. WarriorLotus
    Sep 29, 2014
    8
    Born to Die was a bit of a hot-mess. Ultraviolnce on the other hand shows us, for the first time, who Lana Del Rey really is. This is a great indie-esque record. All the songs sound like they belong together. It would have been better with at least one song as dramatic as Young & Beautiful, but other than that, it's a silent killer. Calm and slow, but very infectious and like-able.Born to Die was a bit of a hot-mess. Ultraviolnce on the other hand shows us, for the first time, who Lana Del Rey really is. This is a great indie-esque record. All the songs sound like they belong together. It would have been better with at least one song as dramatic as Young & Beautiful, but other than that, it's a silent killer. Calm and slow, but very infectious and like-able.

    Highlights-
    Brooklyn Baby
    Old Money
    Money Power Glory
    **** My Way Up to the Top

    Lows-
    Not many, but Cruel World could have been better if it was more engaging. Black Beauty should have been on the standard edition, possibly taking the place of Sad Girl or The Other Woman.    … Expand
  21. framaz72
    Sep 27, 2014
    8
    Ultraviolence is, again, a musical chef-d'oeuvre. Lana has grown out of her pop sonorities to a more jazzy rock sound. She has kept the slowed, melancholic type that is her musical identity. Ultraviolence is about friends, love, drugs, loneliness, drugs again, money and fame. Lana has taken a risk when changing her style but we can still hear and feel her soul crying and praying for someUltraviolence is, again, a musical chef-d'oeuvre. Lana has grown out of her pop sonorities to a more jazzy rock sound. She has kept the slowed, melancholic type that is her musical identity. Ultraviolence is about friends, love, drugs, loneliness, drugs again, money and fame. Lana has taken a risk when changing her style but we can still hear and feel her soul crying and praying for some kind of release. Much darker than Born to Die, Ultraviolence contains a re-adaptation of the unreleased song Methamphetamines, Old Money as well as the final version of Black Beauty, the demo having leaked months before. Florida Kilos is part of the highlights of the album, final track of the deluxe edition it is the only cheerful/dancing songon the album. Guns and Roses and Money, Power, Glory seem not worked enough, but the album in his whole is a must-have jewel.… Expand
  22. Rumblefish
    Sep 21, 2014
    9
    I was a big fan of the first album "Born to Die" but Ultraviolence tops it. There is a uniqueness to what Lana Del Rey is producing. Her voice, phrasing and general sound are all individual. She sounds incredibly organic and authentic (an irony considering she has been labelled as "manufactured"). The subject matter of the songs themselves are interesting and engaging. It's not oftenI was a big fan of the first album "Born to Die" but Ultraviolence tops it. There is a uniqueness to what Lana Del Rey is producing. Her voice, phrasing and general sound are all individual. She sounds incredibly organic and authentic (an irony considering she has been labelled as "manufactured"). The subject matter of the songs themselves are interesting and engaging. It's not often that a collection of songs (as in the first album) written purely from a woman's perspective, can be so enticing as to draw the ear of a male audience, but Del Rey achieves this - no-one is safe from the allure of her voice!

    This second album is well-paced, reminiscent and even more damaged than the first. There is a sadness pervading through the songs, a rueful resignation or poor choices made and lives taking unfavourable paths. There's also a dignity and a defiance. A heroic trashiness if you will.

    This is an outstanding collection of tracks, never pandering to the radio crowd. When one looks at the other female icons of the day (GaGa, Beyonce, Shakira, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna, etc) and the shallowness and vacuity of what they produce, it becomes clearer that Lana Del Rey is the only one flying the flag for true female artists these days. She deserves all the credit in the world for this and for the affecting experience of listening to her music.    … Expand
  23. lucas24
    Sep 19, 2014
    10
    Um dos melhores albums de 2014. Suave e agressivo ao mesmo tempo, Lana abusa de sua brilhante criatividade criando mais uma maravilha para os ouvidos.
  24. leandroblows
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    A melhor viagem do universo, ser levado da costa oeste até o Brooklyn em um Chevy Malibu pra depois ser tragado para um lugar ainda mais obscuro e belo, a alma da Lana. O melhor disco de 2014 sem dúvida, valeu a pena acabar com minhas unhas de tanto esperar.
  25. jrodfilms
    Sep 7, 2014
    7
    a dark album that stays consistent with its theme. the title track and lead single 'west coast' and definitely favorite tracks. however, i did find the later part of the album to be filler. brooklyn baby sounds a bit like summertime sadness.
  26. PinkFriday
    Sep 6, 2014
    8
    Não admiro muito esse estilo de música, mas com Lana é diferente. Ultraviolence é um álbum brilhante, principalmente na parte da letras, que são bem profundas. Apesar de algumas músicas serem muito grandes e algumas faixas cheguem a dar um pouco de sono, Lana mostra que não é só mais uma, e está na indústria musical para ficar.
  27. OsianLewisBlog
    Aug 23, 2014
    7
    http://osianlewis.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/lana-del-rey-ultraviolence-review.html

    Read my Review 'Lana Del Rey 'Ultraviolence Review: The Emotional Landscape of a Tortured Soul.'

    7.5/10
  28. gabsneverdies
    Aug 23, 2014
    10
    Rainha é assim mesmo amores, aceitem, senti no Ultraviolence algo menos comercial que o BTD embora ambos sejam ótimos, já posso esperar grandes coisas para os próximos álbuns
  29. foucauldian
    Aug 22, 2014
    10
    It is a masterpiece, something to be hailed and beatified in the musical halls of time. 'FMWUTTT' and 'Brooklyn Baby' have godly production. The themes and lyrics expressed with in this album evince the sheer power and talent Lana Del Rey has.
  30. KCOTAKU
    Aug 10, 2014
    10
    If I could score this album a 12 I would, I do have to say 1st of all I am a huge fan of Del Rey's other albums Born To Die & Paradise. Ultraviolence is unlike something I have ever heard before, it's nostalgic sounding but yet it feels so fresh. Every tack is unique in it's own way. In my opinion Ultraviolence is 100% the album of the year. I love every tack off the album but these are myIf I could score this album a 12 I would, I do have to say 1st of all I am a huge fan of Del Rey's other albums Born To Die & Paradise. Ultraviolence is unlike something I have ever heard before, it's nostalgic sounding but yet it feels so fresh. Every tack is unique in it's own way. In my opinion Ultraviolence is 100% the album of the year. I love every tack off the album but these are my four favorites: Old Money, Money Power, Glory, Black Beauty & Brooklyn Baby.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 35
  3. Negative: 1 out of 35
  1. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Sep 9, 2014
    78
    A shake up in the lyric department would be nice to see next time around, but on this outing Lana Del Rey is able to sell it with striking vocal performances and breathtaking compositions.
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  2. Mojo
    Aug 20, 2014
    60
    While her David Lynch qualities remain, there's also something of the masochistic Lars Von Trier heroine in the resigned drowse of these songs. [Sep 2014, p.92]
  3. No Ripcord
    Aug 4, 2014
    70
    Underwhelming ending aside, it’s fair to say that Del Rey (and her collaborators) have more than risen to the challenge of keeping her a part of the pop culture conversation, for all the right reasons.
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