Matt Tomer

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Oddisee :: Foot in the Door

Matt TomerSeptember 26, 2007

You don't hear Oddisee's name too often. Oh he's legit - down with the celebrated Low Budget click and a frequent collaborator with a number of esteemed artist... Read More...

MixtapeReview

7.5

Laws :: The Funny Pages

Matt TomerSeptember 11, 2007

Emcee Laws refers to Kanye West more than once on "The Funny Pages," which makes a lot of sense. His album shares a similar vibe to that of Ye's, both in the to... Read More...

LPReview

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Martin Finch :: The Garnet LP

Matt TomerSeptember 4, 2007

A garnet is a precious stone, one that, if found in a deep red color (which I assume is rare - yes I had to look this shit up), is used as a gemstone. Halifax ... Read More...

LPReview

7.5

Madlib :: Beat Konducta Vol. 3 & 4: Beat Konducta in India

Matt TomerSeptember 4, 2007

The very release of "Beat Konducta in India" speaks volumes to Madlib's credence as a producer and musician. Had nearly any other heavyweight attempted such a p... Read More...

InstrumentalReview

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Aesop Rock :: None Shall Pass

Matt TomerAugust 28, 2007

Discussing Aesop Rock is as much of an adventure as listening to his raps. Stylistically, he is unlike any rapper in the history of the genre. Comparisons have... Read More...

LPReview

5.5

Ivan Ives :: Iconoclast

Matt TomerAugust 21, 2007

Russia isn't exactly known as a hip hop Mecca. But like music from everywhere else, Americans will slap the "foreign" tag and ask questions later, a move becom... Read More...

LPReview