Compton’s Most Wanted

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MC Eiht :: Keep It Hood

Emanuel WallaceFebruary 6, 2013

Geaaaaah. It's almost impossible to write this review without at least once slipping in the colloquial word that has become a part of hip-hop vernacular and al... Read More...

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7.5

MC Eiht featuring CMW :: Death Threatz

Pete T.October 12, 2010

What changed in Aaron Tyler's world between 1994 and 1996? Well, judging by "Death Threatz," not a whole lot. Sure, '94's "We Come Strapped" had been his most ... Read More...

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6.5

Various Artists :: Boyz n the Hood Soundtrack

Emanuel WallaceOctober 12, 2010

When John Singleton's landmark film, "Boyz n the Hood" was released, I was about a month away from entering my double digits of age. I wasn't old enough to com... Read More...

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MC Eiht featuring CMW :: We Come Strapped

Pete T.September 28, 2010

While virtually incomparable as musicians, many parallels can be drawn between the careers of hip hop pioneers MC Eiht and KRS-One, each a forerunner in his r... Read More...

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Compton’s Most Wanted :: Music to Driveby

Steve 'Flash' JuonAugust 31, 2010

Whether or not the city of Compton, California wanted a reputation as a hotbed of gangster rap music in the 1980's and 90's is debatable. Compton is one of th... Read More...

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7.5

MC Eiht :: Veterans Day

William Ketchum IIIFebruary 15, 2005

While many would associate the impending reemergence of the West Coast hip-hop with The Game, MC Eiht had a key role in making Compton a household name in the ... Read More...

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