HipHopDx Reviews
Review: Paul Wall's "The Houston Oiler" Delivers Solid But Familiar Slab Ridin’ Joints
Those who frequently enjoy “ridin’ clean” should have much to value here. If you're a shooter in a Uber, it may not be your speed.
Review: Saba Adds The Right Components To His Early "Bucket List Project"
Chicago’s latest rising MC/producer has seemed to find his lane and it's the unbeaten path.
Review: Joe Budden Crafts The Album His Career Deserves With “Rage & The Machine”
Rap has been a love/hate affair for Jump Off Joe Beezy as of late. And thanks to a little help from AraabMUZIK, he is finally is starting to take it all in stride.
Review: Damian Lillard's Debut Album Is Rich In Positivity, Low On Highlights
He had a better rookie introduction as a pro baller but "The Letter 'O'" still signifies the dawning of an actual career.
Review: Kevin Hart Has Struggle Bars But He Assembles A Dope "What Now?" Mixtape
Yep, it's better than most of the so-called top DJ album compilations this year.
Review: D.R.A.M. Is Layered In Authenticity With “Big Baby D.R.A.M.”
Although it's far from the career-defining body of work he's capable of, it's still a clear sign that a true-to-life Hip Hop artist has arrived.
Review: NxWorries (Anderson .Paak & Knxwledge) Soul Glo With "Yes Lawd!"
They take it there.
Review: Like Restores The "Feeling" On "Songs Made While High"
With no one to answer to, the Pac Div frontman's love for music and making it shines through his completely self-produced solo debut.
Review: Lil Keke Turns Into A Geriatric Gangster On "ABA IV"
A 45-minute showing of the Houston heavyweight just going through the motions. Even the beats aren't worth mentioning.
Review: Gucci Mane Achieves Moment Of Clarity Status On The Otherwise Tepid "Woptober"
There's nothing special about this release aside from the fact it's the most level-headed Wop the streets have ever heard.
Review: TDE's Lance Skiiiwalker Shows Promise On Funkily Weird "Introverted Intuition"
The Force could eventually be strong with this one.
Review: BZZY Destroy & Rebuilds Bizzy Crook On "A Part Of Everything"
At 24-years-old, there is plenty of growth and maturity on the follow-up to 2014's "Coming To America."
Review: #MUSTBENICE For Juicy J To Release Something So By-The-Numbers
Don’t expect this to build significant momentum for his upcoming “Rubba Band Business: The Album.”
Review: "All Or Nothing: Live It Up" Finds Lloyd Banks Most Inspired Since G-Unit Days
Talk about going for broke when you still have money in the bank.
Review: Wiz Khalifa & Taylor Gang Are In It To Win It With "TGOD Volume 1"
While Ty Dolla $ign and Juicy J also hold it down, the second-string team of Berner, Raven Felix, Tuki Carter and more also show they are ready to compete for rap's biggest title.
Review: The Game's "1992" Strengthens One Of The GOAT Rap Discographies
We slightly broke format to allow you exclusive access in the review format brainstorming sessions. Enjoy!
Review: BROOKZILL! Provide Solid Nostalgia With "Throwback To The Future"
Prince Paul, Ladybug Mecca, Gorila Urbano and producer Don Newkirk aim to bridge the generation gap with some Brazilian-fused Hip Hop.
Review: Yelawolf's "Hotel": A Comforting Stay Without Any Lavish Amenities
Back to the Slums at all costs.
Review: Say Hello To A Reenergized Bubba Sparxxx With "The Bubba Mathis EP"
The rural rapper’s latest project is a fulfilling appetizer in anticipation of the main course.
Review: G Perico’s West Coast Bravado Unmistakable On “Shit Don’t Stop”
Get ready to throw your dubs up.
