Albums Omar Apollo — Apolonio Track 5. Hey Boy (feat. Kali Uchis) – Omar & Kali are romantically curious. The line “Hey boy, say babe” details the song’s persuasive and sensual attitude. Apollo lets us hear the instrumentation and the honey-like voice of Kali Uchis, as he only provides the short but sweet chorus. Track 6. Dos Uno Nueve (219) – There is something really nice … Continue reading Tune in Tuesday: Omar Apollo, Black Thought Drop Albums [NEW MUSIC]

ALBUMS REASON — New Beginnings After making waves with an enthralling debut album, expectations were high coming into REASON’s first album as a TDE signee. But New Beginnings falls short of the bar he set on There You Have It. And while it’s clear he still has the ability to portray emotions in a raw fashion, that skill is muddled with lower-effort tracks and sub-par production … Continue reading Tune In: REASON Steps Sideways, Dinner Party & Mac DeMarco Update Recent Albums

Spillage Village — Spilligion The immensely talented and versatile collective, Spillage Village, released a soulful project focused on healing during these tumultuous times. Made up of core members J.I.D., EARTHGANG, Mereba, and Jurdan Bryant, these artists capitalized on the massive hype they grew on Dreamville’s latest Revenge of the Dreamers project. With good friends 6LACK, Ari Lennox, Hollywood JB, and Buddy, along with new collaborators Chance … Continue reading September’s Best: Spillage Village, Gus Dapperton, Armani Caesar Shake Up AOTY Rankings

ALBUMS 21 Savage & Metro Boomin — Savage Mode 2 21 and Metro have impeccable chemistry in the studio together, saving Savage Mode 2 from the many pesky dull moments that stick to the project like the ghosts of a time where the two were more amateur in their effort and product. While this album has a few highlights, including “Rich N***a Shit,” “Snitches and Rats,” … Continue reading Tune in Tuesdays: 21 & Metro Return, Tiller and GIVEON Drop Hot New Albums