ALBUM REVIEW: Tetsuo & Youth by Lupe Fiasco

a bit long this one

Tetsuo & Youth is the fifth studio album from American rapper Lupe Fiasco. Didn't really know what I was getting into when I first clicked play, but it formed into an image pretty quickly. The album has 4 intermission style tracks, aptly named after the seasons. It was pretty sick for the last one to be Spring, as it worked pretty well. As for the rest of the album, I did enjoy it. The rap was good, the features complemented the style and overall, I think it was a pretty good release. The only downside that brings this down is the length. For some reason, I didn't notice the 8-minute length of "Prisoner 1 & 2" but the length of "Chopper" was blatantly obvious at a 9-minute length that started dragging around 3 minutes in. Overall, it's fairly good but it's not something I'd find myself running back to, bar a couple of tracks.

Devil's Score: 7

ALBUM REVIEW: All Is Vanity by Christina Grimmie

oh boy make or break time

All Is Vanity is the third studio album from American singer/songwriter Christina Grimmie. I knew I'd have to review a Grimmie album sooner or later, and it looks like today is the day. My main point is that it is pretty good. The music is poppy and entertaining. The downside is that it isn't too interesting and kinda meshes into one. Some songs stood out, such as Echo, Sublime, Crowded Room and Pressure, but the rest didn't stand out really. Overall it's a good listen for pop fans and I'd recommend giving it a go.

Devil's Score: 7

ALBUM REVIEW: Madvillainy by Madvillain

this came out in 2004???

Madvillainy was the debut studio album from American hip hop duo Madvillain. This felt like a hip hop album which felt more in the vein of a Frank Ocean or older Tyler, The Creator albums. I have to admit that it isn't bad at all. There were tracks that I didn't hate. Overall, however, I didn't really enjoy the experience, despite knowing that fans of this rap style could enjoy it a lot more.

Devil's Score: 6

ALBUM REVIEW: Endless by Frank Ocean

thankfully not endless

Endless was originally a video album from American artist Frank Ocean. I have a poor track record with the artist, having formerly reviewed Channel Orange and *shudder* Blonde. But I did enjoy this album. Some of the music did feel a bit out of the left-field, and not all of it was memorable, but I did find myself enjoying this record, and for that reason, I hope this score suffices.

Devil's Score: 7

ALBUM REVIEW: Run The Jewels 3 by Run The Jewels

that's a spicy meatball

I've gone over what Run The Jewels is, and this is the most recent album from the duo. I honestly think this is one of the better albums of the trio. I could even argue it's better than RTJ2, but not by much. All the songs are great, especially some faves in 2100 and Call Ticketron. I'd honestly say that RTJ is a must-see duo and I would honestly suggest listening to all three albums.

Devil's Score: 9

ALBUM REVIEW: Run The Jewels by Run The Jewels

good ol' RTJ

Run The Jewels is the debut album from American rap duo Run The Jewels. I've already listened to the second instalment of the Run The Jewels trilogy, and I've got to say that this album is also amazing. Great raps and some great tracks as well, specifically 'Sea Legs',  '36" Chain' and 'Job Well Done'. I wouldn't rank it higher than RTJ2, but it is still a really good album.

Devil's Score: 8

ALBUM REVIEW: AmeriKKKan Korruption by Capital STEEZ

there i did it, you happy?

AmeriKKKan Korruption is a 2012 mixtape from late American hip hop artist Capital STEEZ. I've been begged to do this review for a long time and now that I've listened to the 14-track mixtape, I can see why it was offered. It offers some really good rap at the front of the album. Like I honestly fell back into my chair and just chilled to this album. As it gets closer to the end of the mixtape, there are some tracks that are less-defined but overall it's good. Pretty good suggestion.

Devil's Score: 8