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M.C. Mell’O’ :: Thoughts Released (Revelation I)

Matt JostSeptember 6, 2011

The late 1980s and early '90s were an optimistic time for rap music from the United Kingdom as a number of singles and albums uncovered a burgeoning hip-hop sc... Read More...

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8.5

Masta Ace Incorporated :: SlaughtaHouse

Mike BaberAugust 16, 2011

When it comes to the most overlooked and underappreciated emcees, Masta Ace is near the top of the list. For average hip-hop fans, Masta Ace often gets lost in ... Read More...

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8

Coolio :: Gangsta’s Paradise

Pete T.August 9, 2011

Coolio managed to straddle the line between pop success and rap legitimacy as well as anyone who preceded or succeeded him. The pop culture lexicon is likely to... Read More...

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9

Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) :: The New Jim Jones

Patrick TaylorAugust 9, 2011

First off, there are two versions of this album. One was released in 1993 under the name Dre Dog on In A Minute Records, a Bay Area label which was also home to... Read More...

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The Almighty RSO :: Revenge of Da Badd Boyz EP

Matt JostAugust 9, 2011

"We're four the hard way, gangsters of rap Hardcore for sure, rhymes blow you off the map Step back, stand clear, get out our path or you'll soon feel The Almi... Read More...

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Bad Brains :: Bad Brains

Patrick TaylorAugust 9, 2011

I went to go see the Canadian punk band Fucked Up a few weeks ago, and the influence of the seminal DC hardcore band Bad Brains was everywhere. Their self-title... Read More...

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Reviews

Snoop Dogg :: Missionary

DMX :: Let Us Pray: Chapter X

Bobby Jimmy and the Critters :: Ugly Knuckle Butt

M.C. Mell’O’ :: Thoughts Released (Revelation I)

Masta Ace Incorporated :: SlaughtaHouse

Coolio :: Gangsta’s Paradise

Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) :: The New Jim Jones

The Almighty RSO :: Revenge of Da Badd Boyz EP

Bad Brains :: Bad Brains