ALBUM REVIEWS

DJ Khaled's key to success is based on a formula, and it's one he seems unwilling to change.

Conway The Machine's "La Maquina" continues the Griselda lyricist's ascension into one of hip-hop's most well-rounded artists.

Lil Tjay is manifesting his destiny.

Similar to his Griselda constituents, Benny the Butcher's saga has been a testament to his endurance not only as an artist but as a man.

"Savage Mode II" is a glorious expansion of the undeniable chemistry that Metro Boomin & 21 Savage introduced four years ago, further cementing their status in the pantheon of rapper-producer duos.

Bryson Tiller’s third studio album “Anniversary” seeks to inaugurate the singer’s long-awaited comeback, while commemorating his 2015 debut album, “Trapsoul.”

Lil Tecca's debut studio album "Virgo World" seeks to establish the 18-year-old New York rapper as a force for many years to come.

Juice WRLD's posthumous album "Legends Never Die" takes its place in history as the biggest posthumous debut in the last twenty years.

Gunna's "WUNNA" gives us life through rose-colored glasses.

Future basks in the sunlight of his true self on "High Off Life."

As Drake reaches a point in his career where he’s broken records, collected plaques, and has dozens of trophies to his name, we're left wondering what "Dark Lane Demo Tapes" actually contributes to his illustrious career.

Kodak Black’s spirit is alive and well on Jackboy, while Sniper Gang’s second-in-command holds down the vision on his most polished project to date.

Westside Gunn's unique brand of artistry arrives in full splendor on the opulent and brutally violent "Pray For Paris."

After a two-year-long rollout, Joyner Lucas has finally come through and delivered his ambitious and diverse "ADHD" album.

Don Toliver's debut album "Heaven Or Hell" is filled with references to his mentor, Travis Scott.

While a fully-fledged solo debut continues to elude us, Jay Electronica and Jay Z have served up a fascinating collection of cerebral, forward-thinking hip-hop.

Offsetting familiarity with calculated risk, Rich The Kid takes stock on his third album "Boss Man"

Album Review: Blueface may have found glimpses of the beat on his official debut, but his inability to hold long-term attention is to his detriment.

In the midst of ongoing label troubles with 1501 Certified Entertainment, Megan Thee Stallion bosses up, elevates, and triumphs in the face of adversity in her professional and personal lives on her new EP “SUGA.”

Lil Uzi Vert reminds us that he’s not from this planet on his sophomore album, “Eternal Atake”.

Lil Baby's “My Turn” establishes the rapper as a new school leader with more to prove.

Royce Da 5'9's self-produced "The Allegory" finds the Detroit rapper waxing philosophical, his confidence at an all-time high.

ALBUM REVIEW: Young Nudy's "Anyways" converts his endless supply of energy into sixteen charismatic solo tracks.

ALBUM REVIEW: With a No. 1 album already on his resume, Boogie fuels the "King of New York" debate with "Artist 2.0" - but is there fire behind the gas?

ALBUM REVIEW: From out of nowhere, Denzel Curry & Kenny Beats have delivered "UNLOCKED," one of the most welcome surprises of 2020 thus far.

ALBUM REVIEW: Pop Smoke's "Meet The Woo 2" plays to his strengths, blending elements of UK Drill, London electronic, and New York hip-hop.

ALBUM REVIEW: Lil Wayne's alien exterior cracks under human emotions.

On "Circles," Mac Miller proves that liberation from the cycles of the past is possible.