Used Future
by The Sword
Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
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  1. Classic Rock Magazine
    Jun 6, 2018
    70
    It all gives the impression that The Sword, lost in their own reverie, won't notice whether you listen or not. But you should. [May 2018, p.92]
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  2. AllMusic
    Mar 23, 2018
    80
    Generously spackled with clever instrumental bits and imaginative but never flowery lyrics, Used Future is the most effective and compelling distillation of the Sword 2.0.'s sound to date.

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7.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. thorin_bane
    Sep 3, 2018
    3
    Mostly uninspiring and not catchy enough like a pop song it all feels flat and lifeless. You don't need to want another warp riders, but comeMostly uninspiring and not catchy enough like a pop song it all feels flat and lifeless. You don't need to want another warp riders, but come on guys this simply isn't good enough. I feel like I am watching a lesser version of Metallica falling onto its face, instead of a Rush progression to different sounds. BTW Rush went back to its hard rock past-might be a hint for The Sword too!… Full Review »
  2. fwtll636
    May 13, 2018
    8
    On their sixth studio album 'Used Future', The Sword take a step back from progressive metal and focus on writing catchy, slightly linear rockOn their sixth studio album 'Used Future', The Sword take a step back from progressive metal and focus on writing catchy, slightly linear rock songs. This switch could be seen as a negative, but it makes their music more accessible and easier to swallow.… Full Review »
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