Retrospective Reviews

Anniversaries: The Lost Tapes II by Nas

As if he hadn't aged a day, Nas’ sequel to the beloved ‘The Lost Tapes’ may not match its predecessor, but it’s still a good compilation.

Jul 19 •

Reginald Marcel

Milestones: Standing On the Verge of Getting It On by Funkadelic

While Funkadelic came into their own in throughout the '70s, this essential sixth record hints at the transition of the phase.

Jul 10 •

OutKast Got Something to Say With Their Debut

OutKast emerged as a unique force in music by their blend of sharp lyrical skills,humor, Southern drawl, and unconventional rhythmic styles…

Apr 26 •

ScHoolboy Q Disappoints On 'CrasH Talk'

The gangster plays golf.

Apr 26 •

Donna Summer Proves That She Was One of the ‘Bad Girls’

Donna Summer proved that she wasn’t boxed into one genre.

Apr 25 •

Jesse Boykins III Is Enigmatic As Ever on 'Love Apparatus'

Jesse Boykins III’s second studio LP is still his best work ever.

Apr 22 •

Brandon O'Sullivan

Nas' Illmatic: The Blueprint for MCs

Straight out the f**kin' dungeons of rap!

Apr 19 •

Anderson .Paak Bounces Back With ‘Ventura'

Months after the disappointing ‘Oxnard,’ Cheeky Andy returned with an R&B winner in 2019.

Apr 12 •

Re-evaluating Nas' 'I Am...' After 25 Years

Reflect on the evolution of Nas' album 'I Am...' as it reaches its 25-year milestone with our retrospective review.

Apr 6 •

20 Years of Janet Jackson's 'Damita Jo'

Honoring two decades of Janet Jackson's eighth studio album with a special tribute to its legacy.

Mar 30 •

Madvillainy's Anniversary: A Retrospective

Looking back at the release and lasting impact of MF DOOM and Madlib's acclaimed project.

Mar 23 •

Madonna’s Bold Vision in Like a Prayer

From lovemaking on the bench to creating one of the most defining pop albums of the decade.

Mar 21 •

Oliver I. Martin

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