Beyonce: Beyoncé

Beyonce released her fifth studio album on December 13, 2013. Beyonce's songs are accompanied by non-linear short film that illustrate the musical concepts conceived during production. Its dark, intimate subject material includes feminist themes of sex, monogamous love and relationship issues, inspired by Beyoncé's desire to assert her full creative freedom. The album sold 828,773 copies worldwide in its first three days of availability, becoming the fastest-selling album in the history of the iTunes Store. This album is my personal favorite and if there's ever any doubt in Beyoncé's work just give this album a listen.  I give Beyoncé album "Beyoncé" 5/5 Mics

Recommended Tracks "XO",  "Pretty Hurts", "Drunk In Love" and "Jealous" 

Kendrick Lamar: How To Pimp A Butterfly

In March 2015, Lamar released his third album, title "To Pimp a Butterfly."  TBAP debuted at No. 1 selling 324,000 in it's first week giving Kendrick Lamar his first No. 1 on the charts. TBAP is a follow-up to Lamar's platinum selling, multi-Grammy Award nominated, critically acclaimed major-label debut, good kid maad city. We all patently waited to see what the lyrical genius was going to drop next.

To Pimp A Butterfly sends a great message to the black community while showcasing Lamar's lyrical skills. Although there is a positive message sent this album felt like it is missing something. The selection over the Jazzy tunes didn't work for me. I did manage to enjoy a few songs from this album. I must say I was expecting a much greater album from Kendrick Lamar. I give Kendrick Lamar's "To Pimp

a Butterfly" 2.5/5 Mics

Recommended Tracks "Momma" and "Alright

Sia:1000 Forms Of Fear

1000 Forms Of Fear is the sixth studio album by singer/Songwriter Sia, released on 4 July 2014. This album showcases Sia struggles with bipolar disorder and drug addiction. The album debuted at number one on the US billboard 200 with first-week sales of 52,000 copies. I didn't know what to expect when I purchased this album, but was hoping for something good. I must say Sia makes beautiful music that takes you to a different place. This is a must buy album for all. I give Sia "1000 Forms Of Fear" 5/5 Mics

Recommended Tracks "Fire Meets Gasoline and" Chandelier

Kendrick Lamar: Good Kid, M.A.A.D City

Kendrick Lamar's Good Kid M.A.A.D City album debuted at No. 2 on the billboard charts selling 242,000 copies in it's first week. Kendrick earned four Grammy Award nominations at the 56 Grammy awards including Album of the year. Growing up on the mean streets of Compton California can have an affect on any innocent soul. Kendrick tells stories of his childhood as a good kid influenced by his environment. Everything from beats, story telling to skits are on point on this album. Plenty of relateable Songs like "The Art of peer pressure" and "Sherane" takes me back to my youth.There is no denying that this album is a classic. I give Kendrick Lamar's "Good kid M.A.A.D city" 5/5 Mics 

Recommended Tracks "Money Trees" and "The Art Of Peer Pressure"