Author: YN

Pharrell: G I R L
Posted By: April 10, 2014 @ 5:22 PM EDT Chart Item

After years of making hits for everyone else, Skateboard P created his own worlwide smash. “Happy” is a cultural phenomenon. And his second LP is a joyride of catchy melodies and funky grooves. It may strictly for the ladies but the fellas dig it too.—YN

ScHoolboy Q: Oxymoron
Posted By: April 10, 2014 @ 5:22 PM EDT Chart Item

With the cloud of Kendrick’s success hovering over him, ScHoolboy stuck to his script detailing his story of selling and later abusing prescription pills. Q maintains your attention throughout because he’s one of hip-hop’s most versatile MCs. Nice work, Puffy.—YN

Rick Ross: Mastermind
Posted By: April 10, 2014 @ 5:17 PM EDT Chart Item

Don’t take Roazy’s eminence for granted. Mastermind is another solid collection of tunes anchored by a stronger second half that includes “Sanctified”, “Walkin On Air”, and “Thug Cry”. It’s 2014 and The Boss is still giving orders.—YN

YG: My Krazy Life
Posted By: April 10, 2014 @ 5:07 PM EDT Chart Item

Like Kendrick Lamar, YG brilliantly details his Compton upbringing. MKL is a fast-paced cinematic ride that results in another modern day gangsta rap masterpiece.  Score another one for the West.—YN

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