2011 – Page 54 – RapReviews

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J.O.T. & Ms. Crystal :: Esa Que Pasa (That’s What’s Up)

Steve 'Flash' JuonJune 7, 2011

There's something instantly charming about the cover of "Esa Que Pasa." It's a throwback to the 1980's, when rappers would pose on any street corner or outside... Read More...

LPReview

7.5

General Monks :: Each Step Becomes Elevated

Patrick TaylorJune 7, 2011

"Each Step Becomes Elevated" is a free album being released by Cali rappers Planet Asia and Tristate as General Monks. The concept of the album is that they ar... Read More...

LPReview

6.5

Prodigy :: The Ellsworth Bumpy Johnson EP

Steve 'Flash' JuonJune 7, 2011

With a name like Bumpy, you have to be bad - and he was. In fact Ellsworth Raymond Johnson may be one of the top criminal minds in Harlem history, let alone in... Read More...

EPReview

5

ScriliCON :: 2 Steps Left of Center

Patrick TaylorMay 31, 2011

God bless Bandcamp. It's sort of like this generation's Macola Records, an easy-to-use device that lets unsigned artists get their music out to the public. Sur... Read More...

LPReview

7.5

Kool G Rap :: Riches, Royalty & Respect

Matt JostMay 31, 2011

Few rappers reach an iconic status without having tasted concrete stardom. Kool G Rap is one of them, an undeniable influence on rap music since the late 1980s.... Read More...

LPReview

8.5

Illmind :: Behind the Curtain

Steve 'Flash' JuonMay 31, 2011

Illmind, usually (but not always) stylized as !llmind, has been one of the fastest rising hip-hop producers of the last two years. His resume goes all the way ... Read More...

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