I apologize for not putting out a bi-weekly hip hop roundup two weeks ago. I honestly just lost track of the days. But hey, can you blame me? I’m a college student in his senior year living off …
Album Review: Rex Orange County – “Pony”
In the great words of rap journalist Jeff Weiss, “fame is the most toxic thing in this world.” A lot of artists nowadays-especially hip hop/R&B ones-gain notoriety before they even und…
Bi-Weekly Hip Hop Roundup: “Rhythm & Flow” is Netflix’s Hidden Gem
On Wednesday, Stereogum writer Tom Breihan submitted a post for his phenomenal “Status Ain’t Hood” column-a weekly rap roundup that directly inspired what you’re reading now. I…
Album Review: Blood Orange – “Angel’s Pulse”
Blood Orange’s music deals with a wide variety of personal and political topics that have exceedingly becoming more and more interconnected over the years. Cupid Deluxe’s immaculate explor…
Album Review: Little Brother – “May the Lord Watch”
Little Brother’s rise to underground prominence started with a co-sign from the legendary ?uestlove in 2003, and ended with a loose concept album titled The Minstrel Show in 2005. The trio’…
The Hip Hop Roundup: The Kanye West Saga is Aggravating
I don’t know why I still give this guy attention. Maybe it’s because I root for people to succeed. Maybe it’s because I want more great albums to come out of the G.O.O.D. Music camp …
Album Review: Liam Gallagher – “Why Me? Why Not.”
Liam Gallagher seems to be simultaneously stuck in the past and optimistic about the future. His insistence on staying true to his rock n’ roll roots ironically coincides with the expectation th…