HipHopDx Reviews
Icebird (rjd2 x Aaron Livingston) - The Abandoned Lullaby
"The Abandoned Lullaby" runs the gamut of emotions, with producer and singer completely in concert throughout.
Mayer Hawthorne - How Do You Do
On "How Do You Do" Hawthorne returns to a time when instruments were just as important to the story as the lyrics.
DJ Drama - Third Power
While "Third Power" continuously basks in the trite, at its best, it's an undeniable listen.
A3C - Compilation Volume 1
"Volume 1" resembles only the sort of sprawling playlist a well-meaning but undiscerning friend has Mediafired your way.
Exile - 4TRK MIND
"4 Trk Mind" is another reminder that, on the boards, Exile can do anything.
Kurupt - Kurupt Presents: Penagon Rydaz
"Penagon Rydaz" is an extension of Kurupt's work ethic, but presents the age old argument of quality over quantity.
Nappy Roots - Nappy Dot Org
"Nappy Dot Org" is another fine chapter in the Nappy Roots, wishing a little more of the commercial Southern shine could be directed the underrated group's way.
Styles P - Master of Ceremonies
While it feels like "Master of Ceremonies" could have been more, it's a solid effort worth checking out both for fans of Styles and New York rap in general.
J-Live - S.P.T.A. (Said Person of That Ability)
J-Live wears three hats throughout "S.P.T.A." He's Hip-Hop's rare triple threat (deejay, producer, emcee). Throughout it, he does each craft at a high level.
Blu - Open
"Open", Blu's fourth solo full-length project, comes over like nice guy rap - wholesome but unspectacular.
Z-Ro - Meth
"Meth" is another album that will contribute to the legacy of that quintessentially Houston-area sound.
Phonte - Charity Starts At Home
Just when listeners had fully abandoned all remnants of Little Brother, "Charity Starts At Home" drops.
Cormega - Raw Forever
"Raw Forever" is still worthy of a purchase from the Queensbridge emcee's many fans, but it may not be enough new material to leave them fully satisfied.
DX Album Review Bits - Hollywood FLOSS, Maffew Ragazino, tabi Bonney
DX talks Houston's star Hollywood FLOSS' latest mixtape album, along with BK's Maffew Ragazino and his new street album, plus DMV thoroughweight tabi Bonney.
Evidence - Cats & Dogs
"Cats & Dogs" is a moody, well-produced album that, at times, is brimming with meaning, something not entirely common these days.
Bronze Nazareth - School For the Blindman
While Nazareth doesn't go out of his way to emulate early classics, "School for the Blindman" does a suitable job feeling like a legitimate Wu release.
9th Wonder - The Wonder Years
This is a Hip Hop album, complete with the wondrous elements consistent with a broader musical appreciation. And it just might be 9th Wonder's best yet.
J. Cole - Cole World: The Sideline Story
The North Carolina upstart and high school basketball player laces his J's to share his come-up and show why he deserves a starting position.
Outlawz - Perfect Timing
Allegedly, "Perfect Timing" will be the last ever recording from The Outlawz, out of respect for 'Pac.
Kurupt Presents - The Academy
Bringing together well-established Hip Hop legends with fresh faces in the scene from coast to coast, The Academy creates some unexpected combinations.
