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Macklemore & Ryan Lewis: This Unruly Mess I've Made (Review & Stream).

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis: This Unruly Mess I’ve Made (Review & Stream).

Synopsis: This Unruly Mess I’ve Made is the 2nd studio album by rap/production duo Macklemore & Ryan Lewis. It dropped late February through Macklemore LLC. First impression of the album: Macklemore starts the album on fire by very cleverly discussing the challenges and perceptions of fame. His story telling is second to none. There’s a few “Thrift shop” style attempts that although amusing…

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#album review #hip hop #hipster #macklemore #rap #seattle

BJ the Chicago Kid. In My Mind (Review & Stream). Synopsis: In my mind is the 2nd studio album by BJ the Chicago Kid. It was dropped in mid-February 2016 via Motown.

#album review #bj the chicago kid #hip hop #rap #rnb #soul

Majid Jordan. Majid Jordan (Review & Stream). Synopsis: Canadian producing duo Majid Jordan (of Drake production fame) dropped their self-titled album Majid Jordan in early February 2016.

#album review #garage #hip hop #house #majid jordan #rap

Future. EVOL (Review & Stream).

Future. EVOL. Synopsis: Future, one of the hardest working men in Hip Hop dropped his 4th studio album EVOL in early February 2016 through A1 Recordings, Freebandz and Epic Records. First impression of the album: Futures impressive hot streak continues with EVOL. It’s one of our recent favorites from him, certainly it’s hotter than Purple Rain and more upbeat that DS2. Is it groundbreaking? No.…

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#album review #future #hip hop #rap #the south #trap music

Yo Gotti. Art of Hustle.

Synopsis: Yo Gotti dropped his 5th studio album “Art of Hustle” on February 19th under Epic Records. First impression of the album: A vet at 36 Yo Gotti drops his best album. Its street, got hot beats with even hotter hooks, great appearances and a sprinkle of some thoughtful content. One of the best albums of the year so far. #respectisdue Rating: 4 out of 5 Features: Lil Wayne, K. Michelle,…

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#album review #gangster rap #hip hop #rap #the south #yo gotti

Young Thug. I’m Up. Synopsis: Young Thug drops his latest mixtape ‘I’m Up’. A nine track release that dropped in February 2016.

#album review #hip hop #rap #the south #trap #young thug

Kanye West. Life of Pablo. Synopsis: The Life of Pablo is the seventh studio album by American rapper Kanye West, released on February 14, 2016 by GOOD Music and Def Jam Recordings.

Hoodie Allen. Happy Camper.

Synopsis: On January 22, 2016, Hoodie Allen released his second studio album, Happy Camper. First impression of the album: We were pleasantly surprised with this drop. It’s a step up from his previous album, openly frat boy style tunes but with it’s own approach to it. It’s got a nice summer vibe to it too. Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Features: Meghan Tonjes, Blackbear, Ricky Smith, Kyle What we…

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#album review #frat rap #hip hop #hoodie allen #rap #white rapper

Lecrae. Church Clothes 3.

Synopsis: Church Clothes 3 is the third mixtape by hip hop artist Lecrae. Released on January 15, 2016, through his label Reach Records, the mixtape is the third in his Church Clothes series. First impression of the album: Lecrae has got skills, as he proved on the Gravity release. This release however isn’t as forward thinking as his other releases. He’s got a lot to say but we feel the beats…

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Meek Mill. 4/4. Pt.2. Synopsis: Meek Mill drops the 2nd part to his 4/4 EP. It was released in January 2016.

#album review #east coast #gangster rap #hip hop #meek mill #rap

Anderson. Paak. Malibu

Synopsis: Malibu is the second studio album by rapper and singer-songwriter Anderson Paak. It was released on January 15, 2016, by the affiliated labels of Steel Wool, OBE, Art Club and EMPIRE First impression of the album: If Kendrick did an RnB album we think it’d sound something like this. It has a West Coast Hip Hop feel whilst being transformed into a great RnB Surf album. Interestingly…

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#album review #anderson paak #hip hop #rnb #soul #west coast

Meek Mill. 4/4. Synopsis: Cuzznz is the collaborative studio album by American West coast hip hop recording artists Daz Dillinger and Snoop Dogg.

Snoop & Daz. Cuzznz. Synopsis: Cuzznz is the collaborative studio album by American West coast hip hop recording artists Daz Dillinger and Snoop Dogg.

#album review #gangster rap #hip hop #rap #snoop #west coast

Torae. Entitled. Synopsis: Torae drop the album “Entitled” in January 2016. It’s been 4 years since his last solo drop.

Boosie Badazz. In My Feelings (Goin Thru It).

Synopsis: Boosie Badazz dropped his new album “In My Feelings (Goin Thru It)” in January 2016. It’s the firs t of a double drop, the next one being “Out of My Feelings (In my Past). First impression of the album: Boosie has had a rough year and this album attempts to address this pain on this album. It works at points, by for example dropping a song about his kidney cancer. Respect for touching…

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Mr. J. Medeiros. Milk and Eggs.

Synopsis: Veteran Mr. J. Medeiros releases his 4th solo studio album, dropped in January 2016. First impression of the album: Its focus is on the lyrical content of Mr. J. Medeiros, which is lacking at times. On top of that it has minimal hooks and the beats are average. As such what you get is a very average Hip Hop album. Rating: 2 out of 5 Features: Including Alyss, Apollo Jane and…

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King Leez. Supreme Being.

Synopsis: King Leez teams up with independent label Dopehouse to drop an 8 track ‘mixtape’, released in January 2006. First impression of the album: Leez has got solid lyrics and some great content. It’s a pure hip hop album, addresses some potent topics whilst remaining an enjoyable well produced contempory album. Leez is one to watch, let’s hope he gets the credit he deserves. Rating: 4 out of…

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