Category: Reviews
“The Night Shift” Larry June’s Consistency and Evolution in Laid-Back Rap
It’s likely that someone in your circle is a devoted Larry June fan. While he may not dominate the Billboard charts, he has comfortably carved [more…]
NBA YoungBoy’s “Decided 2” A Mixed Bag of Highs and Lows
This year, Busta Rhymes announced his new album, Blockbusta, in a dramatic Zoom call with executive producers Timbaland, Pharrell, and Swizz Beatz in attendance. The [more…]
Danny Brown’s “Quaranta” A Resonant Reflection on Struggle, Sobriety, and Legacy
Danny Brown has long been an enigmatic figure in hip-hop, known for his distinct voice, eclectic style, and unfiltered lyrical content. Over the years, his [more…]
Navigating Nerdom Drake’s ‘Scary Hours 3’ and the Quest for Authenticity in Rap
Drake, known for his multifaceted persona, emerges as a rap enthusiast and self-proclaimed nerd on his latest release, “Scary Hours 3.” However, this EP, presented [more…]
I Might Forgive… But I Don’t Forget Jeezy’s Extensive Exploration of Trap’s Legacy
Jeezy’s latest album, “I Might Forgive… But I Don’t Forget,” may not be the ideal starting point for newcomers to his discography. The extensive double [more…]
Sexyy Red’s ‘Hood Hottest Princess’ A Dynamic Ride Through Nu-Crunk Energy and Explicit Lyricism
If Detroit has emerged as the unofficial hub for a new wave of street rappers characterized by deadpan punchlines and abundant punch-ins, then Memphis serves [more…]
Maybach Music Group’s Nostalgic Reunion Analyzing the Ross-Meek Dynamic in ‘Too Good to be True’
In the golden era of blogs, few labels boasted the talent and consistency of Maybach Music Group (MMG). Led by the legendary Rick Ross, the [more…]
Little Brother’s Resonant Return Analyzing ‘Wish Me Well/Glory Glory’ and the Art of Timeless Rap
Last month marked the triumphant return of the iconic North Carolina rap duo, Little Brother, with their first release in four years titled “Wish Me [more…]
Sampha’s Journey Through Time Healing, Hope, and Self-Discovery in ‘Lahai’
Time, a relentless adversary for humanity, possesses the unique ability to truncate our most cherished moments while elongating the agony of our worst experiences. Sampha, [more…]
Navigating Uncharted Sounds: Westside Gunn’s Daring Evolution in ‘And Then You Pray For Me’
Die-hard followers of Griselda can anticipate certain elements when they delve into an album executive-produced by the label’s leader, Westside Gunn: meticulous production, notable features, [more…]
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