Jadakiss - Top 5 Dead Or Alive

On November 20th Jada released his fourth studio album titled "Top 5 Dead Or Alive "

"Ahaa!".... The Raspy voice killer aka Jason aka Top 5 Dead Or Alive aka Jadakiss. I think it's safe to say that Jadakiss is on almost everyone's top 5 and if not top 10. I have to say that I expected much more from T5DOA. I thought a statement was going to be made with this album, but I was very disappointed. I feel kiss is trying to blend in with the current state of music which is a bad look. The lyrics are still there somewhat,.....  The features on this album could of been much better. I give Top 5 Dead Or Alive 3/5 Mics

Recommend Tracks "Rain",  "You Don't Eat" and "One More Mile To Go".

ADELE: 25

Adele released her third studio album on November 20th 2015. This album sold over 3.38 copies in it's first week shattering records in multiple countries. There is so little joy yet so much pain on this album. I go from happy to sad with each track. "I Miss you"  is on of my favorite songs on her album, the flow and the lyrics are incredible. I must say "25" sounds very familiar with heartaches from lovers that broke every promise that was made. I wouldn't say this is a must buy, but if you're a fan of Adele's music you wouldn't be disappointed. I give Adele's "25" 3/5. 

RecommendTracks "Why do you love me", "I Miss You " and" Send My Love".

DR. DRE: COMPTON

On August 7th, 2015 Dre. Dre released his third solo studio album "Compton". The album debuted at number two with 295,000 units sold in it's first week. Dr. Dre is doing what he loves and seems to be having fun with his music. The mixing and mastering on this album is simply incredible.. Dre brought out the best in some of the features on this album as they showcased their rapping and singing skills. I will definitely recommend this album to anyone that loves music. I give Dr. Dre's "Compton" 4/5 mics.

Recommended Tracks "Talk About It", "All On Me" and "All in a day's work".

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"

Young Jeezy -Thug Motivation 103: Hustlerz Ambition

Atlanta trap-star Young Jeezy is set to release his fourth solo album on December 20th through Def Jam records. TM:103 consist of the lifestyle Young Jeezy once lived as the neighborhood "Snowman" mixed with a few hood love songs for the ladies. Most of the instrumentals on this album are sure to make heads nods with the heavy 808 and synth-assisted beats. I'm Not sure if it was purposely done, but almost every track on this album has big named guest appearances from Jay-Z to Ne-yo. One of my favorite songs on this album is feature by Andre 3000 and Jay-z called "I Do" as all three artist basically say "I Do"  TM:103 features many artist such as Lil Wayne, Ti, Jill Scott and many more. Overall this album just might be his best on yet and if your a fan of Young Jeezy's music you wouldn't be disappointed. I give Young Jeezy's "Thug Motivation 103" 3.5/5 Mics.

Recommended Tracks "What I do(Just Like That)" "I Do," "All We Do."

Anthony Hamilton: Back To Love album Review

Anthony Hamilton's "Back To Love" is the seventh album from the 40 year-old soul singer. I heard plenty of songs from Anthony Hamilton in the past, but this is the first time I listened to a complete album from him. While listening to "Back To Love" I got the sense that I was hearing an album from the 90's with Anthony Hamilton's throwback style. One song that I really enjoyed on this album is "Baby Girl" where he tells a story about a young lady who got her life back on track. Although this album has a few good songs I wasn't to please with more than half of them for many reasons. This album don't have many guest appearances in fact, it only has one by R&B artist Keri Hilson and she features on a song called "Never Let Go." I give Anthony Hamilton's "Back To Love" 3/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "Who's Loving You," "I'm Ready," "Pray For Me."

50 Cent: The Big Ten Mixtape Review

Jamaica queens rapper 50 Cent been dropping albums and Mixtapes for over ten years so, he decided to titled his latest Mixtape "The Big Ten." While listening to this Mixtape you can clearly tell that 50 Cent is hungry again. On "The Big Ten" you will get the typical gutter music from 50 Cent and more with a song called "Wait until Tonight." Even though this mixtape only has ten songs, I can honestly say I enjoyed most if not all of the songs. This Mixtape Features artist like Kid Kid, Paris and Tony YaYo. I give 50 cent's Mixtape "The Big Ten" 3/5 Mics.

Recommeded Tracks "You Took My Heart," "Stop Cryin," "Put Ya Hands Up."

T-Pain:Revolver Album Review

T-pain returns with his forth solo album revolver, this album debuted at No.25 on the Billboard charts selling 34,000 copies in the first week. Revolver delivers vibrant club-loving songs over a heavy bass thump and searing siren squeak. This album doesn't offer a wide variety of different songs, but most of the songs are ok. One song that stood out on this album is "Best Love Song" where T-Pain and Chris Brown sort of sing a duet. The combination of T-pain's auto tune and Chris Brown didn't go together very well. Overall if your a fan of T-pain's music then you would like this album. Revolver Features artist like Ne-Yo, Lil wayne, Pitbull and more. I give T-Pain's album "Revolver" 2.5/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "5 O'clock," "Turn All The Lights On," and "Rock Bottom."

The Roots: Undun Album Review

The Roots released their tenth studio album Undun. This album debuted at No.16 on the Billboard charts, selling 48,000 copies in the first week. Undun is a concept album about the downfall of a young man, Redford Stevens, told backwards from the point of his death. This album has many different vibes with the combination of electric piano, echoey organ vibrations and scudding R&B grooves. This isn't your typical album but, it is definitely a great piece of work. This album Features artist like Big k.r.i.t, Bial, P.o.r.n and more. I give The Roots Undun 4/5 Mics

Recommended Tracks "The Other side," "Make My," and "One Time"

Yelawolf:Radioactive Album Review

Yelawolf releases his debut album "Radioactive" which debuted at No. 20 on the Billboard charts, selling 41,000 copies in the first week. I wasn't sure what I was going to get with this album, but I was willing to listen. Radioactive is a good mixture of Rock and Rap songs. This album starts off on the gangsta side then gets a little sentimental towards the end. Lyrically this album isn't the best, but I was impressed with Yelawolf's flow and the topics that he chose to rap about. One song that stands out to me on this album is "Made In The U.S.A" where Yelawolf raps about poverty and drugs in the community. Overall this album is a good debut from Alabama's own Yelawolf. This album features artist like Mystical, Kid Rock, Eminem and more. I give Yelawolf's "Radioactive" 3.5/5 Mics.


Recommended Tracks "Lets Roll," "Everything I Love The Most," and "Write Your Name."

Mary J. Blige: My Life II Review

The queen of R&B drops her tenth album "My Life II" the sequel from her 1994 album My Life. Mary J. Blige’s My Life II…The Journey Continues Act 1 debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard Charts, selling 164,700 in the first week. This album starts off with feel good music for the grown & sexy, including a remarkable remake of  "Ain't Nobody" originally by the legendary Chaka Khan. On the soul side of this album, Mary J did a great job continuing to education the youth and delivering what we are use to hearing which is great inspirational songs. Overall I this is another solid album by Mary J. Blige. This album features artist like Nas, Beyonce, Busta Rhymes and many more. I give Mary J. Blige's "My Life II" 3.5/5 Vocal cords.

Recommended Tracks "Don't Mind," "Mr. Wrong," and "Feel Inside

Rihanna: Talk That Talk Review

Talk That Talk is the sixth solo album from the Barbadian artist Rihanna. This album debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard charts, selling 197,040 in the first week. This may be Rihanna's sixth album but she shows no signs of slowing down. Rihanna shows a little more of her freaky side with songs like "Cockiness (Love It)" and "Birthday Cake" on this album. While listening to "Talk That Talk" I hear much less R&B and way more pop and dance hall music than her previous albums. One song in particular that I really enjoyed is "Drunk On Love" because of the powerful words. It's not much negative to say about this album except of the small variety of songs. Overall this is a good album from Def Jam Recording artist Rihanna. This album has guest appearances by Calvin Harris and Jay-z. I give Rihanna's "Talk That Talk" 3.5/5 Vocal Cords.


Recommended Tracks "Drunk On Love," "You Da One," and "We All Want Love."

Gym Class Heroes: The Papercut Chronicles II Review

Gym Class Heroes is set to release their second album to the sequel "The papercut Chronicles." I will start off by saying this album is very much different from from the last sequel. On this album The gym Class Heroes briefly touch on common issues in the industry and also pay homage to bands that paved the way. One song that stood out on this album is "Holy Horseshit, Batman" where religion and myths are questioned. I must say most of the songs on this album are carried by the many great Choruses. Overall this isn't a bad album from The Gym Class Heroes. I give The Gym Class Heroes "The Papercut Chronicles II" 3/5.

Recommended Tracks "Life Goes On," "Stereo Hearts," and "The Fighters."

Drake: TAKE CARE Album Review

Drake releases his second solo album "Take Care" on Young Money Record Label. This album debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Charts, selling 659,190 copies in its first week. Drake has done it again with another great album and this time he turns it up a notch. Although Take Care didn't have as much buzz as "Thank Me Later" it matches up pretty evenly with his debut album. On Take Care you will hear less over emotional songs than his last album "Thank Me Later." Majority of the songs on this album are good but it's hard to listen to a full song of drake singing. On the lyrical side, everything is there as expected along with his flow. Overall this is another great album from Young Money's own Drake. This album features artist like Rick Ross, Andre 3000, Nicki Minaj and many more. I give Drake's "Take Care" 4/5 Mics.

Recommended Tracks "Look What You've Done," "Under Ground Kings," and "Make Me Proud."

The Hunger for More 2 Album Review

G-Unit member Lloyd Banks released his third solo album "The Hunger For More 2." This album debuted at No. 26 selling 45,000 copies in its first week. H.F.M.2 consist of hot punch lines, slick talk and head banging instrumentals. I must say this album was much better than his last album "Rotten Apple." On this album you wont hear much lines about hunger being that Lloyd Banks is pretty well established. Overall this is a pretty decent album, nothing too flashy or out the of the ordinary. This album features artist like Raekwon, Pusha T, 50 Cent and more. I give Lloyd Banks "Hunger For More 2" 3.5/5 Mics.

 Recommended Tracks "Father Time," "I Don't Deserve You," and "Sooner Or Later."

Jay-z American Gangster Album Review

American Gangster marks the tenth album from legendary rapper Jay-z. This album debuted at No.1 on the Billboard charts, selling 425,861 copies in its first week. This album was based on the popular movie American Gangster that tells a story about a big time hustler. American Gangster was a pretty good album giving its influential background story. On this album you'll get the pro's and cons of being a big time drug dealer. On the lyrical side of this album everything was on point. This album features artist like Pharrell, Beanie Sigel, Nas and more.  I give Jay-z's "American Gangster" 3.5/5 Mics.

Recommended Tracks "Success," "Blue Magic," and "Fallin"

Raekwon: Shaolin Vs. Wu - Tang Album Review

Legendary rapper Raekwon drops his fifth solo album Shaolin Vs. Wu-Tang. The album debuted at number 12 on the Billboard Charts, selling 29,000 copies in its first week. What most rap albums fail to have now are good skits and this album has just that. I think it's safe to say that Raekwon mastered the art of story telling with the many great stories on this album. One song in particular that stood out on this album is "Maters Of Our Fate" simply because what it stands for. This album features artist like Black Thought, Busta Rhymes, Lloyd Banks and more. I give Raekwon's "shaolin Vs. Wu-tang" 3.5/5 Mics.

Recommended Tracks "Masters Of Our Fate," "Snake Pond," and "Rich and Black."