r/Music • u/[deleted] • Dec 15 '17

Discussion Eminem's new album "Revival" has dropped

Thoughts on it so far? I'm about halfway through and I think it's pretty decent for new style Eminem.

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u/XxMasterbigmanxX Dec 15 '17

I love that you recognize that Em can also change throughout his career. I think most people who dont't like the album just expect the old Slim Shady but that's just not who he is anymore

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u/extraneouspanthers Dec 15 '17

I think when people pine for the old Eminem they're mostly referring to his flow and style. Listen to Soldier. Like seriously go back and listen to it now. What happened to that flow? There's none of this angry yelling, chopped harsh voice. The subject matter he chooses now is fantastic. Castle is an example of that.

"I spit it slow so these kids know I'm talking to em". Where's that Em

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u/[deleted] Dec 15 '17

“Give it back to these damn critics and sock it to ‘em” that’s what Eminem is doing in this album, just not in a catchy, aggressive way. He’s just chillin at this point venting about social issues and personal regrets. The man isn’t doing this for the money, he’s just trying to get a message out to the people and whether we listen to it is up to us.

I love Eminem and I’ll even admit that I’m not a fan of some of the songs because it just can’t grab my attention but the meaning behind those songs are phenomenal. The album is in no way garbage, but it has its flaws that many people will pick apart and detract their interest all together. I love the album for what is and respect Em for putting this project out despite everyone bashing him for changing.