Hotel Diablo
Machine Gun Kelly · 2019
37 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A raw blend of alternative rock and hip-hop, characterized by introspective lyrics and an energetic, genre-blurring sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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el Diablo — This track features intense, confessional lyrics that delve into MGK's inner demons while showcasing his dynamic flow and emotional delivery.
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I Think I’m OKAY — A collaboration with YUNGBLUD and Travis Barker, this song blends pop-punk energy with poignant reflections on mental health, epitomizing the album's themes.
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Hollywood Whore — The track critiques the dark side of fame with sharp lyricism and a catchy chorus, representing the disillusionment prevalent throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends genres effectively but lacks strong cohesion and depth across all tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, but the tempo fluctuates significantly throughout, with several slower, introspective songs appearing in the latter half.
- The last three tracks drop in intensity, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier energetic songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow of emotional highs
- gritty reflections on personal struggles
- short bursts of intense energy
- late-night introspection with intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
- seek lengthy, atmospheric compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Represents a shift towards a genre-blurring sound, differing from earlier rap-focused work.
- Career context
- By the time Machine Gun Kelly released Hotel Diablo in January 2019, he was transitioning from his previous rap-focused work into a more eclectic sound that incorporated elements of rock and pop-punk. This album followed his mainstream breakthrough with 2017's Bloom, showcasing a deeper exploration of personal themes and emotional struggles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lil Peep· Travis Barker· Post Malone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sex Drive 2:03
- 2 el Diablo 2:26
- 3 Hollywood Whore 3:23
- 4 Glass House 3:21
- 5 Burning Memories 3:36
- 6 A Message From the Count 0:37
- 7 Floor 13 3:14
- 8 Roulette 3:02
- 9 Truck Norris Interlude 0:52
- 10 Death in My Pocket 2:59
- 11 Candy 2:36
- 12 Waste Love 3:16
- 13 5:3666 3:14
- 14 I Think I’m OKAY 2:49
What to play next
Tickets to My Downfall
2020
Continues the genre-blurring sound with more polished rock influences.
Binge
2018
Leads into a similar raw energy and introspective themes.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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