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This is a new double album/DVD comprised of L.A. area bloods and crips rappin (supposedly, see Afrika Bambatta) in the same style as the 90's "Bloods & Crips" albums. The producers went into the gang neighborhoods and auditioned almost 1000 gang members to get the best on the album, like an "American Idol" for gangsta rap. The experience was positive and peaceful, with gangstas putting aside their differences to rock the mic. As far as I'm concerned, it's one of the best "gangsta rap" albums ever, mainly because it is not typical of "gangsta rap" that is out today: there is very little singing/R&B in the songs, there are no "gangsta luv" songs, and there are no slow and boring "smoke a joint" songs. All of the 28 tracks are hard-hitting and not one of them is weak. This makes the songs on the album musically and lyrically repetitive, however, which some people will not like. And the MC's aren't as diverse as on the 90's "B&C" albums, so they sound similar to each other at times. So it's not a standout creatively, but if you like the general west-coast sound, it's a great album. http://music.barnesandnoble.com/search/pro...409001019&itm=1

Yea, that's what I was quoting.

I got "yoink" from the Simpsons.

Jay bought out the forum because we talk about him so much. He can do that, ya know, cause he is the "CEO of Hip-Hop". Jigga please.

I still use some of those, just like music I don't care if it's in style or not.

I'm the weirdest one: when I was single, it was door open and light off. :lol:

Database corruption. It happens. :bangcomp: <-- Computer nerd

Never heard of this until I saw it in Best Buy today. Another example of real hip-hop not being promoted. Excellent reviews, I hope they're right. http://www.cduniverse.com/search/xx/music/...4113/a/Life.htm And a smart review of it: http://www.hiphoplinguistics.com/reviews/a...s/2006/life.php

A lot of classics there, including some rock bands I like. I like Licensed more than Paul's Boutique though.

http://www.breakbeat-paradise.com/samplesi...b_breakbeat.php Loads of good free beats there.

That song's dope, exactly what I expect Nas to come with.

The 5:05 is the original 1987 album version.

By that logic, LL has never made a good album because his latest one is weak. And we all know that's not true. However, if the artist only has one style or sound, then that logic has some validity. If I like the artist, I always give an album a chance before I make a decision on it.

Eminem has wild syncopation at times as well. Breath control is also important, not only for rappers but also for beat boxin. The Human Beat Box (Fat Boys) had incredible breath control for his size, I'm amazed he didn't collapse from lack of oxygen.

Sorry, but that is exactly what The Definition, 10 and Todd Smith are all about. Catchy lil hooks and trendy beats. Except for maybe a few tracks, like Big Mama and Were Gona Make It. I think Headsprung was a good balance of classic LL and what was hot then. The bass hits HARD, and he's really good on it. Feel The Beat has an old school style beat to it also. I think Definition is his best of the later years.

:lol: Even though it's old, I'm sure some kids today feel the way the song does. It can apply to many generations.

Suga Free is a master at syncopation. He can spit so many words in one line it's hard to comprehend, which I love. E-40 is the same way, and he can also vary his tone at the same time. It's just crazy.

That's one thing I hate about a lot of rappers today, they're offbeat. Back in the day rappers were on time with their beat. This "loose flow" style just irritates my ears.

I don't know what's worse...all the R&B on Todd Smith or 50 & LL together on the new one. I guess if it makes LL really rock the mic, I'd be alright with it. But a return to his roots with 50...no. Premier and LL is a great combination.

Greatest hits album plus DVD: http://www.chartattack.com/damn/2006/11/0907.cfm

I kinda dig Flav's album from the online clips that I've heard. He tries to sing on some songs and it don't work, but he's his normal goofy wordy self on most of it, and the beats are pretty funky. Serious it's not, but it sounds good to me.

He doesn't need her, he can live off the money of being a rap star. :lol:

Has anybody thought of creating an online station? Between JJ&FP and the solo projects, there's plenty of material. Imagine...JJ&FP 24/7!

I guess it depends on how old the quoted line is. I've always thought of it as respect and/or adding a twist to a classic line.

Hey, if Hulk Hogan can do it, Mel can. But it's still a funny thought.