Rick Ross remained impervious with his fourth studio album, Teflon Don. He pulled out the big guns and recruited folks like Jay-Z (“Free Mason”) and Kanye West (“Live Fast, Die Young”) to help manifest his street dreams. He showed modesty on “I’m Not A Star” and wrestled with vulnerability on “Tears Of Joy”. On the production tip, The J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League steer “Maybach Music III” and “Aston Martin Music”. DJ Clark Kent and The Remedy elevate “Super High” while Lex Luger’s […]

[vodpod id=Video.3907085&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] This right here, might be the worst recording in the history of sound. Just when expectations couldn’t get any lower, Soulja Boy forgets the asthma pump and creates “Pretty Boy Sawg”. SB’s syncopated flow is laughable and so is his redundant usage of “swag.” Move along folks, there’s nothing pretty here.

Bob Marley had it. And now, redemption belongs to Eminem. After leaving fans and critics bewildered with Relapse, he got back to rap and exercised his demons with Recovery. From the opening whistle, Em knocks it out the park. Haunting pianos shield “Cold Wind Blows,” while apocalyptic drums create the backdrop for “Won’t Back Down”. On a lyrical front, Em’s pen is still on point. His signature wit and rapid flows ignite “On Fire”,  lure “Seduction” and push Lil Wayne […]

[vodpod id=Video.3439506&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Before Nicki went platinum with Pink Friday, she released her first single, “Massive Attack” to much anticipation. Only problem was that it turned out to be a massive mistake. Nick and Sean Garrett’s chemistry mixed like vodka and milk. Her quirky rhymes coupled with his shoddy hook were a recipe for disaster. In fact, the reception was so bad it didn’t even make the final cut of the album. Better hold onto them tom toms.

Number four should’ve been number one to me. A lot was riding on Big Boi. Could he successfully deliver an album without his partner-in-rhyme, Andre 3000? Turns out he can, with this solo debut, Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son Of Chico Dusty. Big Boi sets the tone with the ubercool ,”Feel Me” and “Daddy Fat Stax.” From there, the funk hits the fan and Sir Left Foot unleashes a synchronized flurry with “Shutterbug”, “General Patton”, “Tangerine”, “You Ain’t No […]

[vodpod id=Video.3439076&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Tricking anthems were all the rage in 2010. But none were worst than Plies’ “She Got It Made”. With Clinton Sparks providing the backdrop, Algernod comes off more like a sucker for love than a smooth sugar daddy. And on top of that, his cringe-inducing chorus turns threads like Gucci, Louis, and Prada into designer knockoffs. Sorry bruh bruh, but this cut couldn’t sell with a discount.

Whether or not Bun B’s third solo album, Trill.O.G. is a classic is debatable. But one thing most can agree on, is that after 20 years in the game, Pimp’s other half knows how to maintain his relevancy without comprising his legacy nor his sound. From the opening bell, Bun takes us to “Chuuch”. He creates beautiful bliss with Young Jeezy on “Just Like That” and handles his business twice with Drake on standout cuts, “Put It Down” and “It’s […]

[vodpod id=Video.5278502&w=425&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] Walk on water like Moses? Uh, we’re going to have to check the good book on that one. Anyway, Snoop Dogg makes a splash with his new video “Wet”. Can’t believe Prince William’s actually going through with this.

24 hours after the New Year, J.Cole traveled across the pond to join Drake on their UK tour. Today he stopped by DJ Semtex‘s show on BBC1Xtra. He speaks on his European experience and everything in between. Sidebar: J.Cole In My Own Words II

Kanye posted the cover art to his and Jay-Z’s first single off Watch The Throne last night. Supposedly, the album’s dropping March 1st, but the song is scheduled to be released next Tuesday. Watch the Internet go H.A.M.