Matt Jost

5.5

iNTeLL :: That Was Then This Is Now

Matt JostMarch 13, 2018

Los Angeles rapper Frost released two volumes of "That Was Then, This Is Now" in the middle of his still unfolding career. Not long after his son Scoop DeVille ... Read More...

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5

NF :: Perception

Matt JostMarch 6, 2018

In the run-up to Eminem's latest, I caught a song on the radio that had me believing I was listening to a "Revival" teaser. Vocal tone, structure and instrument... Read More...

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4

The Legion :: Theme + Echo = Krill

Matt JostFebruary 20, 2018

At one point, The Legion must have had a clear conception of what in 1994 could eventually be heard on their debut album: We're going to represent for the BX an... Read More...

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6

MC Breed :: 20 Below

Matt JostFebruary 20, 2018

A major website once noted that 'Flint, Michigan isn't exactly known for its rappers.' While that may be true today, three rap acts put Flint on the map for the... Read More...

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7.5

Z-Ro :: No Love Boulevard

Matt JostFebruary 6, 2018

"I'm the father of these rappin' 'n sangin' cats" "I go hard, if not harder than all these other famous acts" And he might have a point. Z-Ro is a folk hero w... Read More...

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6

Z-Ro :: Codeine

Matt JostFebruary 6, 2018

Z-Ro gives new meaning to the term 'socially conscious rap.' The rapper, who as a young artist came to the compelling conclusion (in song form) "I Found Me," pr... Read More...

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