Rating: 8/10

Metro Boomin's album Heroes and Villains delivers a consistent project filled with the trap sound he helped establish. The album features his usual collaborators and some of the industry's most prominent artists, including Young Thug, Future, The Weeknd, 21 Savage, and Don Toliver, among others. The album's production is impressive, with Metro Boomin showcasing his signature sound that is both dark and melodic, featuring hard-hitting 808s and cinematic moments, while still showing his ability to create atmospheric cuts.

One of the standout tracks on the album is Metro Spider, which features Young Thug. The track is a perfect example of Metro's ability to create a relentless and high-energy beat that perfectly complements Thug's unique flow. Another standout track is Superhero, which features Future delivering his signature auto-tuned crooning over a swelling horn beat.

Another highlight on the album is Creepin, which features The Weeknd singing an interpolation of Mario Winan’s I Don't Want to Know. The track fits The Weeknd's style perfectly, and 21 Savage's addition adds an extra layer of intensity and rawness to the track. Similarly, Too Many Nights, featuring Don Toliver, has a catchy hook and a hypnotic beat that puts the listener in a trance, just like the track with Travis Scott and Young Thug.

However, the album is not without its faults. While the production is impressive, there is a lack of experimentation and differentiation between tracks that may leave some listeners craving something more innovative. The album is consistent throughout, but it could have benefited from more variation and exploration of new sounds.

In conclusion, Heroes and Villains is a great addition to Metro Boomin's already impressive discography. The album features some of the best artists in the industry, all delivering great performances over Metro's signature beats. While it may not offer anything groundbreaking, it remains a great project that is a must listen.