Released 2004
R.u.l.e.
Ja RuleA 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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Released 2014
Rack City
TygaReview 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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Released 1985
Radio
Ll Cool JExploring 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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Released 2017
Radio Silence
Talib KweliExploring 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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Released 2012
Rael Blz
Blu & ExileListening 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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Released 1991
Rage Against the Machine
Rage Against The MachineIs Rage Against the Machine Rage Against The Machine's best work yet?
Rage Against the Machine- Album Overview The self-titled debut album by Rage Against the Machine was released on Nove…
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Released 2015
Ragtime Hightimes
Camp LoFirst 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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Released 1999
Rainbow
Mariah CareyCheck 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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Released 2018
Rainbow
SlowthaiWhy 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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Released 2017
Ralo Laflare
Gucci ManeRalo 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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Released 2022
Ramona Park Broke My Heart
Vince StaplesRamona Park Broke My Heart: exploring the world of Vince Staples
Ramona Park Broke My Heart- Album Overview Released on April 8, 2022, "Ramona Park Broke My Heart" is the highly anti…
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Released 2019
Rap Or Go To The League
2 ChainzRap Or Go To The League: the story 2 Chainz wants to tell
Rap Or Go To The League- Album Overview Released on March 1, 2019, "Rap Or Go To The League" is the highly anticipate…
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Released 1993
Rapadopa
Dj GruffDj 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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Released 2001
Rapper Italiano
Bassi MaestroUnpacking Bassi Maestro's Rapper Italiano
Rapper Italiano- Album Overview Bassi Maestro's "Rapper Italiano," released in 1999, is a landmark album in the Itali…
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Released 2001
Rapper Italiano
MIstamanOne 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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Released 1983
Rappin’ Down Town
The Sugarhill GangFrom intro to finale: what Rappin’ Down Town delivers
Rappin’ Down Town- Album Overview "Rappin’ Down Town" is the third studio album by the iconic hip-hop group The Sugar…
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Released 2005
Rap©ital
Frankie Hi-nrgIs 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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Released 2012
Rare Chandeliers
Action BronsonAlbum 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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Released 2017
Raskit
Dizzee RascalOne 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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Released 2013
Ratchet Anthem / Shakedown
GladiatorCheck the vibes: Gladiator – Ratchet Anthem / Shakedown
Ratchet Anthem / Shakedown- Album Overview Released in 2014, "Ratchet Anthem / Shakedown" is a collaborative EP by th…
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Released 2009
Rated R
RihannaInside 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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Released 2010
Raw
HopsinInside 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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Released 2012
Raw
Nipsey HuslleDiving 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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Released 2008
Raw Footage
Ice CubeAlbum 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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Released 1986
Raw, Uncut and X-Rated
Too $hortListening to Raw, Uncut and X-Rated by Too $hort
Raw, Uncut and X-Rated- Album Overview "Raw, Uncut and X-Rated" is the fifth studio album by the legendary Bay Area r…
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Released 2018
Ray Ray From Summerhill
YFN LucciInside the atmosphere of YFN Lucci's Ray Ray From Summerhill
Ray Ray From Summerhill- Album Overview YFN Lucci's debut studio album, "Ray Ray From Summerhill," was released on Oc…
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Released 2010
Raymond v. Raymond
UsherFirst impressions of Usher – Raymond v. Raymond
Raymond v. Raymond- Album Overview "Raymond v. Raymond" is the sixth studio album by American R&B artist Usher, relea…
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Released 2004
RBG: Revolutionary but Gangsta
Dead PrezRBG: Revolutionary but Gangsta - A Critical Review of Dead Prez's Groundbreaking Album
Hip hop has always been more than just music. For some, it's the language of the streets, the voice of the unheard an…
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Released 2001
Re-Entry
Marley MarlInside Re-Entry by Marley Marl-Re-Entry
Album overview Marley Marl, a revered figure in the hip-hop community, released the album "Re-Entry" in 1994 under th…
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Released 2014
Re-Up
Waka Flocka FlameWaka Flocka Flame raises the bar with Re-Up
Re-Up- Album Overview Released on December 5, 2011, "Re-Up" is a significant mixtape by American rapper Waka Flocka F…
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Released 2017
Ready 4
BukuInside the atmosphere of Buku's Ready 4
Ready 4- Album Overview Buku's "Ready 4" is a dynamic exploration of electronic music that showcases the artist's sig…
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Released 1994
Ready to Die
The Notorious B.I.G.Exploring the sound of The Notorious B.I.G.: Ready to Die
Ready to Die- Album Overview "Ready to Die," the debut studio album by The Notorious B.I.G., was released on Septembe…
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