Matt Barone

8

Diverse :: One A.M.

Matt BaroneJune 1, 2004

In a time where notoriety stems from flaunting flashy style rather than possessing unquestionable skills, albums like Diverse's One A.M. are hidden treasures. ... Read More...

LPReview

6.5

Vast Aire :: Look Mom… No Hands

Matt BaroneMay 25, 2004

To this day remaining to be one of the most underrated debuts in the past decade, Cannibal Ox's The Cold Vein, released in 2001, pushed the boundaries of rap m... Read More...

LPReview

7

Saigon :: Warning Shots

Matt BaroneMay 18, 2004

The New York City mixtape scene can be considered a breeding ground for hungry, young rappers hoping to turn street buzz into major label attention. One name t... Read More...

MixtapeReview

7.5

Various Artists :: Okayplayer True Notes Vol. 1

Matt BaroneMay 4, 2004

?uestlove of The Roots could be considered one of the defining authorities on quality hip-hop music, with both years of experience under his belt and an eclecti... Read More...

CompilationReview

8.5

Talib Kweli :: The Beautiful Mix CD

Matt BaroneApril 27, 2004

Internet piracy has claimed many victims throughout the past year, with both Jay-Z and G-Unit being forced to release their recent albums earlier than expected... Read More...

MixtapeReview

8

Screwball :: Y2K

Matt BaroneApril 27, 2004

In the wake of major label promotion and radio-targeted intentions, hip-hop's grimier offerings tend to collect dust on record shelves while more accessible re... Read More...

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