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STAIMUSIC ALBUM REVIEWS

Albums worth hearing in full

Reviews, context and selected tracks from complete records across the Staimusic archive.

Killer Mike — R.A.P. Music
Released 2012

R.A.P. Music

Killer Mike

Killer Mike-R.A.P. Music – R.A.P. Music: a sonic journey

Album overview Killer Mike released his critically acclaimed album "R.A.P. Music" on May 15, 2012, under the Fool's G…

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Ne-Yo — R.E.D.
Released 2012

R.E.D.

Ne-Yo

The evolution of Ne-Yo in R.E.D.

R.E.D.- Album Overview Ne-Yo's fifth studio album, "R.E.D." (an acronym for "Realizing Every Dream"), was released on…

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Ja Rule — R.u.l.e.
Released 2004

R.u.l.e.

Ja Rule

A of Ja Rule's Album R.U.L.E

Ja Rule has been a prominent figure in the hip-hop scene for over two decades. His music and persona have evolved thr…

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Tyga — Rack City
Released 2014

Rack City

Tyga

Review of Tyga – Rack City

Rack City- Album Overview Tyga's "Rack City," released on December 20, 2011, marks a pivotal moment in the hip-hop la…

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Ll Cool J — Radio
Released 1985

Radio

Ll Cool J

Exploring the sound of Ll Cool J-Radio: Radio

Album overview The album "Radio," released in 1985, marks the debut of hip-hop icon LL Cool J, a pivotal moment in th…

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Talib Kweli — Radio Silence
Released 2017

Radio Silence

Talib Kweli

Exploring the sound of Talib Kweli: Radio Silence

Radio Silence- Album Overview Talib Kweli's "Radio Silence," released on November 17, 2017, marks a significant chapt…

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Blu & Exile — Rael Blz
Released 2012

Rael Blz

Blu & Exile

Listening guide: Blu & Exile's Rael Blz

Rael Blz- Album Overview Blu & Exile's "Rael Blz," released on September 22, 2023, marks a significant return for the…

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Camp Lo — Ragtime Hightimes
Released 2015

Ragtime Hightimes

Camp Lo

First impressions of Camp Lo – Ragtime Hightimes

Ragtime Hightimes- Album Overview Camp Lo's "Ragtime Hightimes," released in 2002, is a vibrant exploration of hip-ho…

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Mariah Carey — Rainbow
Released 1999

Rainbow

Mariah Carey

Check the vibes: Mariah Carey-Rainbow – Rainbow

Album overview "Rainbow" is the sixth studio album by the American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey, released on Novemb…

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Slowthai — Rainbow
Released 2018

Rainbow

Slowthai

Why Slowthai's Rainbow matters

Rainbow- Album Overview Released on September 17, 2021, "Rainbow" is Slowthai's sophomore album, following his critic…

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Gucci Mane — Ralo Laflare
Released 2017

Ralo Laflare

Gucci Mane

Ralo Laflare: discovering Gucci Mane's artistry

Ralo Laflare- Album Overview "Ralo Laflare" is an important entry in Gucci Mane's discography, released on December 1…

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Dj Gruff — Rapadopa
Released 1993

Rapadopa

Dj Gruff

Dj Gruff returns with Rapadopa

Rapadopa- Album Overview Dj Gruff, a pioneering figure in the Italian hip-hop scene, made a significant comeback with…

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MIstaman — Rapper Italiano
Released 2001

Rapper Italiano

MIstaman

One week with Rapper Italiano: thoughts on MIstaman

Rapper Italiano- Album Overview Released in 2006, "Rapper Italiano" marks a significant entry in the Italian hip-hop …

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Frankie Hi-nrg — Rap©ital
Released 2005

Rap©ital

Frankie Hi-nrg

Is Rap©ital Frankie Hi-nrg's best work yet?

Rap©ital- Album Overview Released in 1999, "Rap©ital" marks a significant moment in the career of Frankie Hi-nrg, an …

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Action Bronson — Rare Chandeliers
Released 2012

Rare Chandeliers

Action Bronson

Album spotlight: Action Bronson-Rare Chandeliers – Rare Chandeliers

Album overview Released on November 15, 2012, "Rare Chandeliers" is a collaborative project between the New York rapp…

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Dizzee Rascal — Raskit
Released 2017

Raskit

Dizzee Rascal

One week with Raskit: thoughts on Dizzee Rascal

Raskit- Album Overview Dizzee Rascal's album "Raskit," released on August 30, 2017, marks a significant chapter in th…

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Rihanna — Rated R
Released 2009

Rated R

Rihanna

Inside the atmosphere of Rihanna's Rated R

Rated R- Album Overview Released on November 20, 2009, "Rated R" marked a significant turning point in Rihanna's care…

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Hopsin — Raw
Released 2010

Raw

Hopsin

Inside the atmosphere of Hopsin's Raw

Raw- Album Overview Hopsin's "Raw," released in 2013, is a striking entry in the realm of hip-hop, showcasing the art…

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Nipsey Huslle — Raw
Released 2012

Raw

Nipsey Huslle

Diving deep into Raw by Nipsey Hussle

Raw- Album Overview "Raw" by Nipsey Hussle, released in 2008, marks an essential entry in the rapper's early discogra…

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Ice Cube — Raw Footage
Released 2008

Raw Footage

Ice Cube

Album spotlight: Ice Cube-Raw Footage – Raw Footage

Album overview Ice Cube's "Raw Footage" was released on August 19, 2008, as his sixth studio album. The album, releas…

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