The End, So Far
by Slipknot
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
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  1. Consequence
    Sep 30, 2022
    91
    As a new release, it’s got more than enough exploratory factors to keep the band from sounding stale, but it also stays true to the sounds that have turned us all into maggots in the first place.
  2. The Line of Best Fit
    Oct 3, 2022
    80
    With The End, So Far, Slipknot haven’t reinvented themselves, but returned to their roots with an older, wiser and more concise outlook, resulting in a record that chews its listeners up almost instantly, and spits them out an hour later feeling beaten, battered and ultimately, cleansed.
  3. The Telegraph (UK)
    Sep 30, 2022
    80
    On The End, So Far, the nihilistic furnace still glows hot, but amongst the fuming metal riffs, Slipknot also fume in a more creative way.
  5. Clash Music
    Sep 30, 2022
    80
    Overall, ‘The End, So Far’ is a remarkable punch of sharp, sobering heavy metal. Slipknot yet again thrive in their signature darkness – however, there it no doubt that this album would be elevated by more cohesion.
  6. Classic Rock Magazine
    Sep 29, 2022
    80
    It's the sound of a band returning to the apex of their creative potency. [Oct 2022, p.71]
  7. Kerrang!
    Sep 29, 2022
    80
    It’s perhaps not as instantaneous as the debut, as vile as Iowa or as catchy as Vol. 3, but it offers depth, discomfort and danger to those willing to dive into the recesses of The Nine’s collective consciousness.
  8. New Musical Express (NME)
    Sep 29, 2022
    80
    ‘The End, So Far’ may rattle many of the metal faithful, but for the prowess and lasting impression of this record alone, this is a true Slipknot record. It’s unlikely that many fans who’ve been along for the whole ride would jump ship now.
  9. AllMusic
    Oct 6, 2022
    70
    The End, So Far may not be a home run, but it proves that the band are still in it to win it, even if they're playing the long game.
  10. Exclaim
    Sep 29, 2022
    70
    The songs on this album aren't going to be overshadowing the classics that the band built their name on, but they'll sit nicely alongside them, and The End, So Far is a worthy addition to Slipknot's raucous arsenal.

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 59 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 59
  3. Negative: 8 out of 59
  1. willwillx
    Sep 30, 2022
    1
    The end so far is a mish-mash of terribly arranged songs. The album really doesn't start until 20 mins into it. Hive Mind, could be a decentThe end so far is a mish-mash of terribly arranged songs. The album really doesn't start until 20 mins into it. Hive Mind, could be a decent song, except the chorus is quite annoying, Why do we need singy chorus in every song?

    warranty could be a banger, except the chorus is again bad.

    h377 could be a mosh pit song. But, it takes 2 mins to hit the groove and allow full metal banging., It starts out like it's gonna be good, and then the lame chant starts. Fast forward 2 minutes, then it kicks in after the lame "one of us " chants ends. The rest is pretty badass, classic slipknot mosh pit song. With a cool solo. But, then.... that's it. The end... so far , ends very bad

    Hive mind, H377, and warranty are decent, but they aren't anything great.

    Hopefully the next one on the new label, or their own independent is better. Because this was classic " here is something new, it's not very good. But, we did it... to get out of contract "    … Full Review »
  2. MrTozatto
    Sep 30, 2022
    10
    This is by far the most experimental album of their discography. But it's simply amazing! Each song is unique in its way and most of themThis is by far the most experimental album of their discography. But it's simply amazing! Each song is unique in its way and most of them present a very beautiful composition within, mainly in the riffs and bridges. The bridge of Yen is probably the best one of the band, and Medicine for the Dead is a composition masterpiece. Overall this album sits alongside Iowa as the two best albums of Slipknot, in my opinion.… Full Review »
  3. Bftp
    Sep 30, 2022
    10
    Slipknot has been able to keep current through experimentation and versatility, proving that they are one of the most brilliant bands not onlySlipknot has been able to keep current through experimentation and versatility, proving that they are one of the most brilliant bands not only of today, but of all time, an album masterpiece.… Full Review »
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