Matt Jost

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Ricky Rude :: Ready to Live

Matt JostJune 3, 2014

I can tell you exactly what drew my interest here. That sense of familiarity that I got from title, cover, name and even logo. New Jersey rapper Ricky Rude does... Read More...

LPReview

8.5

Blitz the Ambassador :: Afropolitan Dreams

Matt JostMay 27, 2014

First and second generation African immigrants increasingly contribute to American rap music and R&B. Artists as diverse as Wale, Chamillionaire, Tyler, th... Read More...

LPReview

7

DJ Jean Maron :: True School

Matt JostMay 20, 2014

Being able to spot the difference is kind of important when you want to talk hip-hop. Of course you are free to rush to judgement, be a slave to your prejudice... Read More...

LPReview

6.5

Various Artists :: Rock It… Don’t Stop It!

Matt JostMay 13, 2014

It's a common experience for rap music enthusiasts - just when you thought you heard it all, along comes something new. Only that that 'something new' doesn't ... Read More...

CompilationReview

5.5

Iggy Azalea :: The New Classic

Matt JostMay 6, 2014

Of late, some rather old debates are making a comeback. Last year Lord Jamar reminded Macklemore and other white rappers of their "guest" status in hip-hop, whi... Read More...

LPReview

5

Kev Sez :: First Attempt at a Second Chance

Matt JostApril 8, 2014

Kev says things like "This is the solemn anniversary of depth-charged cranium angels holding their fingers inside of my grey matter" and "My bedroom ain't a hom... Read More...

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