It almost feels wrong that we didn’t pay for Frank Ocean’s Nostalgia, Ultra. Released for free at the top of the year, Frank turned the tables on traditional R&B and hipster cool. He clipped the Eagles’ wings on “American Wedding” and challenged the status quo on “We All Try”. “Swim Good” was excellent, but then there was “Novacane”. An easy bass and a melodic hook caught everyone’s attention and helped give Def Jam’s red-shirted rookie the push he needed. Ultra […]
January 11, 2012 @ 6:33 PM EST
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Every time I listen to a new track, I find myself diving into a realm of creativity and beauty. This music might not be at the top of my favorites list, but it's certainly captivating. It feels more like hip hop than rap to me, yet I appreciate the innovative elements and the beautiful parts that stand out. #rayvaughn #tde #isaiahrashad #kendricklamar #topdawgent #hiphop #sza #schoolboyq #rap