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krackblog — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 22:14:51 +0000

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ALBUM REVIEW: SNOOP DOGG “MALICE N WONDER LAND”

krackblog — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:50:01 +0000

Rating System:
Full Tank= Classic

¾ Full= Good Material/Heavy Rotation

½ Full=Average

¾ Empty=Needs Work

Empty=Don’t quit your Day Job

Rating: Full Tank

Reviewed by: Dj Killa B
Artist: Snoop Dogg

Album: Malice In Wonderland

Now reveling in his Doggfather persona, a far way from the threat that saw a UK tabloid devote it’s front page a plea to ‘Ban this evil bastard’, Snoop D-oh-double-gee returns with his tenth album in sixteen years. Not a bad work rate for music’s most famous stoner (apologies to Willie Nelson).

The expected roll call of all-star producers are on team, including Teddy Riley, Pharrell and Lil Jon, while lead single ‘Gangsta Luv’ is co-produced by Tricky with The Dream. As is the usual major league hip hop album set up a plethora of guest stars appear, leaning towards R’n’B singers this time out, R Kelly, Brandy, Jazmine Sullivan and The Dream, rather than his fellow rappers, just Soulja Boy fulfilling that quota.

The title ‘Malice N Wonderland’ is reflected in the album’s structure, the first half (Malice) keeping things gritty before a turn to party mode for the second half (Wonderland). Still a terrible title but at least it makes some sense. The vibe throughout keeps with his laidback, West coast pedigree with the producers clearly working around Snoop’s substantial persona rather than trying to push in any new directions. Buy hey, if it ain’t broken..ya’ll know the rest. Salute

Track Listing:

1. Intro

2. I Wanna Rock

3. 2 Minute Warning

4. 1800 feat. Lil Jon

5. Different Languages feat. Jazmine Sullivan

6. Gangsta Luv feat. The-Dream

7. Pronto feat. Soulja Boy

8. That’s Tha Homie

9. Upside Down feat. Problem & Nipsey Hussle

10. Secrets feat. Kokane

11. Pimpin Ain’t EZ feat. R. Kelly

12. Luv Drunk feat. The-Dream

13. Special feat. Brandy & Pharrell

14. Outro

NEW MUSIC FROM WALE/MF DOOM/BRITNEY SPEARS AND MELANIE FIONA!

krackblog — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:47:51 +0000

–“I Want You Back! Unreleased Masters”, Jackson 5

–“The Circle”, Bon Jovi (–A bonus DVD features a new Bon Jovi documentary called “When We Were Beautiful”.)

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-“The Bridge”, Melanie Fiona (–R&B minx who opened for Kanye West on his European tour. This is her debut album. The album’s lead single, “Give It to Me Right”, heavily samples from the classic Zombies’ song “Time of the Season”. Check it out . . .)

http://www.myspace.com/melaniefiona

–“The Singles Collection”, Britney Spears (–A hits album, plus her new single “3″.)

–“From the Hut, to the Projects to the Mansion”, Wyclef Jean (–His guests include Timbaland, Eve, Lil Kim, and Cyndi Lauper.)

–“Attention Deficit”, Wale (–Includes his hit “Chillin’” with Lady Gaga. Other guests are Pharrell, Bun B, Melanie Fiona, Chrisette Michelle, and Jazmine Sullivan.)

–“Unexpected Guests”, MF Doom (–Guests include Talib Kweli, J. Dilla, Masta Killa, Inspectah Deck, GZA, and Ghostface.)

ALBUM REVIEW: WALE “ATTENTION DEFICIT”

krackblog — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:08:55 +0000

Rating System:

Full Tank= Classic
¾ Full= Good Material/Heavy Rotation
½ Full=Average
¾ Empty=Needs Work
Empty=Don’t quit your Day Job

Rating: 3/4/ Full
Reviewed by: Dj Killa B

The album starts fittingly enough with “Triumph.” The track is aggressive with its blazing horns, organ loops and congas. Wale accepts the title of the new hotness claiming he wants the vets’ heads more than he wants the dollars. It’s a statement of arrival; a grand entrance, and a look at what he thinks he has to offer. The supporting cast on this album does Wale a lot of justice as well. Bun B gives a hard lyrical prelude on “Mirrors.” Gucci Mane goes in on “Pretty Girls”. Jazmine Sullivan, Chrisette Michelle, Marsha Ambrosius and Melanie Fiona flesh out the hooks and J. Cole gives an awesome performance on “Beautiful Bliss.” Mark Ronson, Cool & Dre, Green Lantern and others lace the young spitter well with soulfully luxuriant soundscapes that work well with Wale’s depth of thought. Wale doesn’t drone on about his deep pockets or his ability to pull and pound the finest booty celebrity can buy, but he claims he does alright for himself. He deals in his reality and suggests other rappers do the same without sounding like he’s standing in a pulpit…This album is Raw Piff…cop it…Salute !!!! Dj Killa B ***This album drops nationwide on November 10th 2009***
Tracklist:
01. Triumph (Produced By David Andrew Sitek)
02. Mama Told Me (Produced By Best Kept Secret)
03. Mirrors Ft. Bun B (Produced By Mark Ronson)
04. Pretty Girls Ft. Gucci Mane And Weensey From Backyard Band (Produced By Best Kept Secret)
05. World Tour Ft. Jazmine Sullivan (Produced By Cool And Dre)
06. Let It Loose Ft. Pharrell (Produced By The Neptunes)
07. 90210 (Produced By Mark Ronson Co-Produced By Deijon)
08. Shades Ft. Chrisette Michele (Produced By Best Kept Secret Co-Produced By Ju Ju)
09. Chillin Ft. Lady Gaga (Produced By Cool And Dre)
10. TV In The Radio Ft. K’Naan (Produced By David Andrew Sitek)
11. Contemplate (Produced By Syience)
12. Diary Ft. Marsha Ambrosius (Produced By The Sleepwalkers)
13. Beautiful Bliss Ft. Melanie Fiona And J.Cole (Produced By DJ Green Lantern Co-Produced By Mark Ronson)
14. Prescription (Produced By Best Kept Secret)

MUSIC REVIEW: Masta Ace & Edo G “ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT”

krackblog — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:26:58 +0000

Artists: Masta Ace & Edo G
Album: Arts & Entertainment
Production :Various
Rating: Full Tank
Review by: Dj Killa B

When one thinks of Boston and New York the first thing that comes to mind is the infamous Red Sox/Yankees rivalry. But this time when Boston meets New York it’s a collaborative effort to bring the world one of the tightest Hip Hop efforts of 2009. Hailing from Brownsville, Brooklyn, Masta Ace got his proper introduction setting off the quintessential Hip Hop posse cut, “The Symphony.” Not long after, Edo G’s debut Life Of A Kid In The Ghetto and it’s lead single “I Got To Have It” went to the top of the Billboard Rap Singles chart with heavy rotation on Yo ! MTV Raps. Both Ace and Ed have continued to stay relevant, tour the globe, and influence up and coming artists everywhere. The year is 2009 Rap Veteran’s Masta Ace & Edo G have teamed up to produce the album “Arts & Entertainment”. I must say this album is quite refreshment from all the Gun Play/Dough boy rhymes that seem to dominate the game as we speak. This album has that classic Boom Bap feel to it, the production is flawless Ace & Edo enlists the likes of Large Professor, M-Phazes, Dj Spinna, just to name a few. The albums lead single “Little Young” talks about all of the rappers with the names Little or Young, Very Cleaver !!!! (Instant Classic) On top of that some of features include the likes of Marsha Ambrosious formerly ½ of the group Floetry, Posdnuos from legendary group De La Soul, The Teacha KRS-One, and Doitall from the Lords of The Underground. Stand out banga’s consist of track #4 A’s & E’s (This is what we do) the track was produced by Baby Dukes, #9 Good Music is a throwback jawn..produced by Dj Spinna, and #11 Pass The Mic Ft KRS-One produced by Double-O. All In All this album is a definite classic aka a Full Tank of Petro……..Salute

01. T.V. Night
02. Hands High (Prod. By M-Phazes)
03. Fans (Feat. Large Professor) (Prod. By DJ Supreme One)
04. A’s & E’s (This Is What We Do) (Feat. Marsha Ambrosious) (Prod. By Baby Dooks)
05. Rocsi 00:36
06. Little Young (Prod. By M-Phazes)
07. Reminds Me (Prod. By DJ Supreme One)
08. Black Ice Interlude 00:40
09. Good Music (Feat. Posdnuos & Light) (Prod. By DJ Spinna)
10. Power Out
11. Pass The Mic (Feat. KRS-One) (Prod. By Double O)
12. Over There (Prod. By M-Phazes)
13. Round & Round (Feat. Doitall & Du Kelly) (Prod. By DJ Supreme One)
14. Hot Wangs
15. Ei8ht Is Enuff (Prod. By Frank Dukes)
16. Here I Go Again (Feat. Jamelle Bundy) (Prod. By Rain)
17. You Me & Some Snacks
18. Dancing Like A White Girl (Feat. Chester French & Pav Bundy) (Prod. By Pav Bundy)
19. Outro

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MUSIC REVIEW: ROYCE DA 5’9 “STREET HOP”

krackblog — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 22:10:30 +0000

Artist: Royce The 5’9
Album: Street Hop
Rating: 4 Headphones (1-5)

Whenever anyone mentions the name of Detroit rapper Royce Da 5’9,” a whole list of other names surround it. First, people mention his passing resemblance to LL Cool J. Others might know him as the guy who teamed up with teen singer Willa Ford on her 2001 hit “I Wanna Be Bad.” He is also known as the rapper who got a major boost from legendary producer DJ Premier, who produced his 2000 hit “Boom.” Mostly, though, people associate him with Eminem. First off let me start off by saying I am having an Eargasm rockin this CD, this album has been one of Hip Hop’s most highly anticipated for a couple of years now, and now that it has arrived, 2009 is the year for Royce …The album is full of jewels & gems for the ear’s, and as a Bonus the executive producer is none other than Dj Premier, You see where I’m going with this right J this album features Phonte ½ of the duo Little Brother, Busta Rhymes, Slaughterhouse, and Bun B just to name a few, Royce also enlists Detroit’s Trick Trick as well as D12’s Mr Porter. For true heads this album is a definite “must have” in your collection. Some of the standout Banga’s consist of track 5. Dinner Time- Ft Busta Rhymes, #2 Count For Nothing, #4 Something to Ride 2, #15 On The Run, but trust me on this yall make sure you cop the album if you haven’t already… on top of that the skits are funny Ie: (Ho Jack)
Salute to Royce 5’9 ..This one is Top Notch… (DJ KILLA B)

Tracklist:

01. Gun Harmonizing (Featuring Crooked I)
02. Count For Nothing
03. Soldier (Featuring Kid Vishis)
04. Something 2 Ride 2 (Featuring Phonte)
05. Dinner Time (Featuring Busta Rhymes)
06. Far Away
07. The Warriors (Featuring Slaughterhouse)
08. …a brief intermission (skit)
09. New Money
10. Shake This
11. Gangsta (Featuring TrickTrick)
12. Mine Is Thiz (Featuring Mr. Porter)
13. Street Hop 2010
14. Thing For Your Girlfriend (Featuring K-Young)
15. On The Run
16. Murder
17. Bad Boy (Featuring Jungle Rock Jr.)
18. Part Of Me
19. Hood Love (Featuring Bun B & Joell Ortiz)