Bust a Rhyme
Exploring the men, women, and motivations behind your favorite hip-hop music.
Future & Young Thug - 'Super Slimey' Review
Future and Young Thug took the industry by storm several years ago. Since then, they’ve each showed no signs of slowing down. They each continue to drop numerous projects year in and year out; but who would’ve thought they would do a full length collaboration?
By Rap Disciple8 years ago in Beat
Belcalis Almanzar: A Week in Review
Cardi B has given us so much: the non-problematic hit of the summer "Bodak Yellow," infinite Real Talk free advice on her Instagram, and a new face for the concept of The American Dream. But this week in Cardi's life has proved that no one can escape the occasional rough week.
By Britt Cannon8 years ago in Beat
MadeinTYO - 'True's World' EP
MadeinTYO (pronounced: Made in Tokyo) will be one to watch in the coming years. He attracted a large following after dropping his single "Uber Everywhere." Since then, he has secured features from the likes of Travis Scott, Big Sean, 2 Chainz, and even earned a spot on XXL magazine. As he preps for the release of his debut album, Tokyo has left us with his True's World EP. Oh, you've never heard this?! Well read on...
By Rap Disciple8 years ago in Beat
Gucci Mane — 'Mr. Davis' Album Review
Trap music pioneer, Gucci Mane, is back once again. This time, he has more to say about his post-prison life, the pain he feels over the deaths of fellow Atlanta rapers, and more casual stuntin'. He has aligned himself with big stars for Mr. Davis.
By Rap Disciple8 years ago in Beat
London's Giggs — 'Wamp 2 Dem' Album Review
For American audiences, the first time you heard U.K. rapper, Giggs, was on Drake’s “KMT.” This won't be the last time you hear from him, though, because on his latest album, he recruits Americans like Young Thug, 2Chainz, and Zaytoven. He’s part of a new wave of British artists like AJ Tracey and Skepta who have been able to transcend their market and find favor with Americans.
By Rap Disciple8 years ago in Beat
London's AJ Tracey - 'Secure the Bag!' EP Review
Get familiar with London Grime star, AJ Tracey. He’s only a few years in the making and already he’s devouring his competition. Whether it’s overseas or on his home turf in the U.K., his music will continue to transcend boundaries. Many of these U.K. artists such as Skepta and Dave already have the Drake co-sign; it’s just a matter of time before American audiences start gravitating towards their sound.
By Rap Disciple8 years ago in Beat
Eminem's Hip-Hop Awards Cypher: Overrated
Eminem is many things. He’s a lyrical genius, pop icon, father, owner of Shady Records, and an anti-Trump advocate since 2016. Over the past week, his BET Hip-Hop Awards freestyle has attracted astronomical attention. Many are celebrating him for being so bold about his views on this platform. He even raised a fist for Colin Kaepernick.
By Rap Disciple8 years ago in Beat
