AltWeeklies Wire
The Dream Is a Hit Machinenew
Thank goodness for The Dream's (nee Terius Nash) ability to write and produce some of the most hypnotic smashes ever known to mainstream radio.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
03-20-2009 |
Reviews
Janet's 'Discipline' is Her Routinenew
With Discipline, Janet Jackson's tenth album, it is quite obvious that she's not budging from her usual formula. From a thorough listen, we find that she still likes to dance, she still likes to talk about sex, and she still likes to give off this coy, and seductive demeanor.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
03-12-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: discipline, Janet Jackson
'Latin Reggae' Serves a 'Feel Good' Devicenew
Putumayo World Music never ceases to amaze the world. With numerous releases to its name, the label continues to bring forth a mix of music that defies genre.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Various, Latin Reggae
This Rubik's Cube of Unrelated Instruments Melds Nicelynew
The only down side to the album, is the fact that its too short, but for such a brief introduction, it packs a wallop.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
'EuroGroove' is the Perfect Way to Get Your 'Euro Groove' Onnew
All in all, you can't go wrong with a little diversity.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Various, EuroGroove
'En Este Momento' is Very Smoky Indeednew
Cordero's vocals struggle to match the intensity of the songs. Her vocals seem strong on some, yet, weak and whiny on others.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Cordero, En Este Momento
Impressive Beats are Always in Abundance on 'Conversations'new
The album features some of the most talented producers on the underground scene, including DJ Premier, 9th Wonder, and Khrysis.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Daily Conversations, Torae
Dan Johns Proves the Divine Hustle is the Key to Successnew
Evidenced from his latest mixtape effort, it seems like he will rap until every muscle is sore, and every square inch of his throat is strained.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Budden is Still Coming With Hard, Raw Emotionnew
Mood Muzik 3: For Better or Worse proves that since Budden's start came from mixtapes, coming full circle means perfection for the Jersey City native.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Claude Deuce's Contemporary Gospelnew
The impeccably produced album featuring Deuce's rift-heavy tenor comes complete with simple mid-tempo R&B praise ditties such as "Thank U" and "4 Thee."
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Claude Deuce, The Young Elder
Guru Keeps Hip-hop Alivenew
Ever since going solo in 1993 with his Jazzmatazz series, Guru has been steady banging fans over the head with his smooth, laid-back flow, which flourishes over his trademark hip-hop and jazz fusion.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
A Fresh and Honest Approach to Hip-hopnew
Inverse has what it takes to push through the humdrum atmosphere of the industry.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
Tags: Inverse, So Far (The Collection)
Raheem DeVaughn is Teetering on the Edge of Mainstream Glorynew
On the recent Grammy-nominated "Woman," which seems to be the sequel to "You," he presents the ultimate ode to the female, equipped with dramatic strings and piano against a hip hop beat.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
Reviews
'Eardrum' is Another Well-written Album by the Cognizant MCnew
Talib Kweli has risen to the top as one of the most respected, erudite, and charismatic lyricists to ever emerge from the underground hip-hop scene into the mainstream.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
09-18-2007 |
Reviews
Tags: Eardrum, Talib Kweli
'Ghetto Passport' Needs Some Worknew
He may have been famous on the football field, but it may take a while to be "Famouz" in the music field.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
09-18-2007 |
Reviews
Tags: Famouz, Ghetto Passport
