Average Rating: 3.98 Rating Variance: 0.64 Objectivity Score: 60% (Somewhat Balanced)
Sort by: Rating | Release Date | Rating Date | Name5.0 classicDie Antwoord Ten$ionDie Antwoord's sophomore LP is incredibly unique and creative. Every beat is amazing and every song is catchy in its own insane way. Perhaps the band's tensions with their former label during the recording of this album made it even better. Regardless, it's surely something you won't ever forget.Die Antwoord Donker MagAs exuberant and flashy as ever, Die Antwoord's third album brings more thrilling beats and ceaselessly entertaining lyrics. The rap-rave flare is all there, and even the more experimental tracks like "Strunk" and "Moon Love" strike the right chord.Jack Garratt PhasePusha T My Name Is My NamePusha T's 2013 LP showcases the former Clipse MC doing exactly what he's good at: spitting gritty drug-dealer raps over hard-knocking beats like those on "Numbers On The Boards" and "Pain." Pusha does fantastic on his own, but collaborators like Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, and Pharrell help take this album to the next level and make it one of the year's best.Rage Against the Machine Evil EmpireRage Against the Machine Rage Against the MachineRage Against the Machine The Battle of Los AngelesWatsky All You Can DoWatsky's second LP is a near-perfect display of his extraordinary talent. Backed by a live band, the San Francisco rapper bounds from style to style effortlessly, with kickass anthems like "Bet Against Me" and inspirational tracks like "Never Let It Die" and "Right Now." There are many things to be said about the album's 16 incredible songs, but the bottom line is that this is quite possibly the best hip-hop album of 2014.4.5 superbBad Meets Evil Hell: The Sequel"Hell: The Sequel" finally sees Eminem in his true element after three straight poorly-received albums in the form of "Encore," "Relapse," and "Recovery." Not only is it great to see a legendary MC back in form, it's also great to hear some of Royce da 5'9"'s best verses. There's no doubt about it, this LP packs a punch.Brockhampton SATURATION IIDenzel Curry TA13OODie Antwoord $O$Die Antwoord's debut is a sonically wild adventure, and early tracks like "In Your Face" and "Wat Kyk Jy?" are highlights, displaying the group's crazy creative energy in a relentlessly fun form. Beats like those on "Evil Boy" and "Wat Pomp" really steal the show, and "Doos Dronk" sees a fantastic chorus from South African metal group "Fokofpolisiekar." It may not be quite as fun as their later efforts, but it's a smashing debut.Drake Take CareDrake tackles a wide variety of styles on his second LP, from smooth R&B tracks such as "Shot For Me" and "Marvin's Room" to choir-filled bangers like "Lord Knows." Great contributions come from The Weeknd on "Crew Love," Kendrick Lamar on "Buried Alive (Interlude)," and others. Stuffed with solid-to-amazing tracks, this album never relents in its brilliance, making it a fantastic effort from the Toronto rapper.G-Eazy These Things Happen"These Things Happen" is a fantastic album rife with atmospheric instrumentals like those on "Tumblr Girls" and "Just Believe." G-Eazy sounds as comfortable and slick as ever, even on rougher beats like "Lotta That" and the verses of "Downtown Love," and while he's not the most original rapper out there, he's damn good at what he does.Kendrick Lamar To Pimp a ButterflyKendrick Lamar DAMN.Mac Miller GO:OD AMMac Miller SwimmingPanic! at the Disco Death of a BachelorRDGLDGRN Red Gold GreenThe eponymous debut LP from DC-based trio RDGLDGRN is energetic, genre-defying, and refreshingly unique. From the beginning, the addicting guitar riffs and kick-drum driven beats come together in an unforgettably catchy opener. From then on, it's a big melting pot of styles, from all-out hip-hop ("Million Fans") to indie rock ("Bang Bang") to a high-throttle mix of both ("Hey O," "Lootin In London.") In the end, RDGLDGRN proves themselves a talented, unique young band with their debut LP, making it an album you don't want to miss.Run the Jewels Run the Jewels 2The second time around, Killer Mike and El-P take things to a whole new level with beats that are even more brutal, lyrics that are even more aggressive, and hooks that are more memorable. It's an album that travels at lightspeed without slowing down to catch its breath, and it's fantastic.The 1975 A Brief Inquiry into Online RelationshipsTwenty One Pilots Vessel4.0 excellentAriana Grande My EverythingBillie Eilish dont smile at meBrockhampton SATURATION IIIBrockhampton IridescenceGallant OlogyKyle SmyleKyle Harvey's second LP couldn't be named more appropriately. The blissful synths and playful verses from the California MC create a sound as bright and sunny as his home state. Features are somewhat sparse on this album, with the most recognizable being Chance The Rapper, who ironically appears on the album's most downtempo track. Still, there's plenty to smile about between the album's thirteen tracks, from the screwball synth riff of "Really? Yeah!" right down to the pounding drums of "Don't Wanna Fall In Love," solidifying Kyle as a force to be reckoned with in the new hip-hop scene.Mac Miller MacadelicMac Miller The Divine FeminineMacklemore and Ryan Lewis This Unruly Mess I've MadeParamore After LaughterRico Nasty NastySia 1000 Forms Of FearThis is Sia in her best form, writing mature and haunting pop songs with soaring hooks and unparalleled emotion. Tracks like "Fair Game" may not be quite as successful as the beautiful "Elastic Heart" or the violent "Free The Animal," but this album doesn't miss the mark.Tabby peachfuzz!Tommy Cash YESTwenty One Pilots BlurryfaceTwenty One Pilots Trench3.5 greatAmine OnePointFiveBig Sean Hall of FameBig Sean starts out his sophomore LP with a bang. Tracks like "Fire," the Ellie Goulding-sampling "You Don't Know," and "First Chain" find the Detroit rapper on top of his game. Unfortunately, Sean is unable to keep the momentum going on songs like "Mona Lisa" and "MILF," causing the album to lose a lot of steam by the time of its conclusion. Deluxe edition bonus track "Guap," however, remains one of Big Sean's best songs to date, and restores some of the shine that was lost mid-album. Overall, it may not be remembered as a great LP, but "Hall Of Fame" has some gems that prove Big Sean's worth.Cardi B Invasion of PrivacyJ. Cole 2014 Forest Hills DriveKali Uchis IsolationLil Yachty Lil Boat 2Meek Mill Dreams Worth More Than MoneyMigos Yung Rich NationPouya Five Five3.0 goodASAP Ferg Trap LordDie Antwoord Mount Ninji and Da Nice Time KidDie Antwoord's worst album to date finds them tossing out their old style in favor of DJ Muggs' dark trap production on far too many songs. The fascinating high energy and unique style that made their first three albums so great is still there in flashes, and the first three songs on the album are amongst the best they've ever done. However, the album shoots itself in the foot with annoying features, (Lil Tommy Terror, Jack Black,) sluggish, repetitive production from DJ Muggs, and some of the laziest lyrics Die Antwoord has ever written. Next time, guys, leave your friends out of it. They're not doing you any favors.Fall Out Boy M A N I ALil Skies Life Of A Dark RoseSki Mask The Slump God The Book of Eli2.0 poorChildish Gambino Because the InternetThere's absolutely nothing memorable about this poorly-executed mess. The only highlights come in the form of the beats on "Crawl," "Sweatpants," and "3005," but a few nice instrumentals can't hide the fact that Gambino's lyrics aren't clever and this album is nothing more than an awful attempt at being artsy.Machine Gun Kelly bloom1.0 awfulNicki Minaj Pink Friday: Roman ReloadedOverproduced pop-rap is the best way to describe Nicki Minaj's second LP. There are no good songs to be found on this emotionless, inhuman, pop stereotype of an album.
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