rap albums | The Musical Hype - Part 13

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Nicki Minaj, The Pinkprint © Motown/Universal

Nicki Minaj, The Pinkprint | Album Review

Although The Pinkprint is a scattered effort, rapper/singer/songwriter Nicki Minaj’s third studio album proves to be captivating.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 24, 2014 ago

Young Money, Rise of an Empire © Cash Money

Young Money Fall Short on ‘Rise Of An Empire’

Young Money should have titled their second compilation “fall of an empire” as opposed to ‘Rise of the Empire.’ The LP falls short of such a title.

By the musical hype, 11 yearsMarch 19, 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, 12 yearsJune 18, 2013 ago

Mac Miller, Watching Movies With the Sound Off © Rostrum

Mac Miller, Watching Movies With the Sound Off | Album Review

On his sophomore album ‘Watching Movies With the Sound Off,’ Mac Miller showcases more maturity compared to his debut album – album cover art aside.

By brent80, 12 yearsJune 14, 2013 ago

Kid Cudi, Indicud [Photo Credit: Republic]

Kid Cudi, Indicud | Album Review

Although lengthy and overstuffed, Kid Cudi delivers plenty of intriguing moments throughout the course of his third studio album, ‘Indicud.’

By the musical hype, 12 yearsApril 15, 2013 ago

Slaughterhouse, Welcome to Our House © Shady

Slaughterhouse, Welcome To Our House | Album Review

On ‘Welcome to Our House,’ star-studded rap collective Slaughterhouse delivers an album that has its fair share of notable moments.

By brent80, 13 yearsSeptember 4, 2012 ago

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