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Slaughterhouse

Slaughterhouse · 2011

28 min · 6 tracks · hip-hop

A raw and aggressive blend of lyrical prowess and hard-hitting beats that exemplify hip-hop's competitive spirit.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Back on the Scene — This opening track sets the tone with its assertive lyrics and showcases each member's unique style, establishing the group's dynamic right from the start.
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    Everybody Down — This track highlights intricate wordplay and a dark thematic backdrop, allowing each MC to demonstrate their storytelling abilities effectively.
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    Put Some Money on It (remix) — The remix version enhances the original with a fresh beat and features engaging verses that capture the competitive essence of the group.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong lyrical exchanges and cohesive production but relies on remixes that affect its overall flow.

What we noticed

  • Each track features multiple verses from the four members, often alternating lines rather than sticking to a single verse per artist.
  • The production employs heavy bass and aggressive beats, creating a consistent intensity throughout the EP.
  • Several tracks incorporate remixes, which introduce new elements while maintaining the original's lyrical focus.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Back on the Scene 4:12
  • 2 Sun Doobie 3:02
  • 3 Everybody Down 5:18
  • 4 Put Some Money on It (remix) 4:30
  • 5 Fight Club (remix) 3:23
  • 6 Move On (remix) 8:09

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