Open Mike Eagle – Dark Comedy
If Open Mike Eagle’s self-coined “art rap” designation means anything, it’s that the same reflexive musing and deprecatory tone which...
Heavy fOnk and high vibrations :: Finding peace with Dudley Perkins
by Harrison Samphir Before I spoke with Dudley Perkins (aka Declaime), the emcee from Oxnard, CA, I was half...
Juicy J – Stay Trippy
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Danny Brown – Old
Unlike many rappers who front for brand names and labels, Danny Brown is an honest reflection of Detroit, the city...
Earl Sweatshirt – Doris
In late August, 18 year-old Earl Sweatshirt (Thebe Neruda Kgositsile) of L.A.’s Odd Future released his first full-length record, Doris....
Kyprios & the Chaperones- The Lapdog EP
Being a fan of the Vancouver based super group Sweatshop Union, it goes without saying that I must be a...
Kanye West – Yeezus
At the time of this writing, much has already been said of Kanye West’s sixth studio album, Yeezus. Critics marveled...
SONREAL + RICH KIDD – The Closers
This album blended into one mish mash of two rappers trying to be lyricists. (more…)