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Arctic Monkeys, AM © Domino

Arctic Monkeys, AM | Album Review

British alternative rock band Arctic Monkeys show infatuation at its best on their terrific 2013 album, ‘AM’.

By the musical hype, 11 yearsJanuary 6, 2014 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

The Lonely Island, The Wack Album © Republic

The Lonely Island, The Wack Album | Album Review

Comic rap trio The Lonely Island both allure and offend on their third studio album, ‘The Wack Album.’ Andy Samberg and company are both unapologetically stupid and incredibly hilarious.

By brent80, 12 yearsJune 13, 2013 ago

Lil Wayne, I Am Not a Human Being II © Cash Money

Lil Wayne, I Am Not a Human Being II | Album Review

‘I Am Not a Human Being II’ is a good Lil Wayne album, not an elite one. Sometimes he’s ‘on,’ while other times, he’s less inspired, recycling past ideas.

By brent80, 12 yearsMarch 26, 2013 ago

T.I., Trouble Man- Heavy is the Head © Atlantic

T.I., Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head | Album Review

After an underwhelming seventh studio album in ‘No Mercy,’ T.I. redeems himself on his eighth album, ‘Trouble Man: Heavy is the Head.’

By brent80, 12 yearsDecember 21, 2012 ago

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