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Young M.A., Herstory © M.A. Music/ 3D

Young M.A, Herstory (EP) | Album Review 💿

East coast rap newcomer Young M.A shows grit and toughness on her debut EP, Herstory. To put it bluntly, she simply doesn’t give a f**k.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 1, 2017 ago

A$AP Ferg, East Coast © RCA

A$AP Ferg, East Coast | Track Review 🎵

A$AP Ferg returns to form on “East Coast,” presumably a promo single from his forthcoming album. Remy Ma guests on the second verse.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 26, 2017 ago

young-m-a-ooouuu-m-a-music-3d

Young M.A, Ooouuu | Track Review 🎵

Rhyme after rhyme, Young M.A impresses with her flow on “Ooouuu.” It serves as a fantastic introduction, showcasing the utmost potential.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsOctober 25, 2016 ago

A$AP Rocky, AT.LONG.LAST.A$AP © RCA

A$AP Rocky, At. Long. Last. A$AP’ | Album Review

A$AP Rocky returns with his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘At. Long. Last. A$AP.’ On ‘A.L.L.A.’, A$AP Rocky aims for bigger things.

By the musical hype, 11 yearsMay 29, 2015 ago

Hoodie Allen, People Keep Talking [📷: Hoodie Allen LLC]

Hoodie Allen Spits Sex, Swag and Pop Culture on ‘People Keep Talking’

‘People Keep Talking’ proves to be an enjoyable, well-produced and well-conceived album by independent rapper Hoodie Allen.

By the musical hype, 11 yearsOctober 14, 2014 ago

50 Cent, Animal Ambition - An Untamed Desire To Win © G Unit

50 Cent Lukewarm on ‘Animal Ambition: An Untamed Desire To Win’

Rapper 50 Cent comes over as lukewarm at best on independently issued album, ‘Animal Ambition: An Untamed Desire to Win.’

By the musical hype, 12 yearsJune 3, 2014 ago

J. Cole, Born Sinner © Roc Nation

J. Cole, Born Sinner | Album Review 💿

J. Cole delivers a superb effort on his sophomore album, Born Sinner. The album concept remains intact and accessible throughout the effort.

By brent80, 13 yearsJune 18, 2013 ago

DMX, Undisputed © Seven Arts Music

DMX, Undisputed | Album Review

Once ubiquitous rapper DMX releases Undisputed, his first studio effort since 2006. He was once a force on the East coast rap scene.

By brent80, 13 yearsSeptember 15, 2012 ago

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