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Navy Blue – Song of Sage: Post Panic!

February 1, 2021February 1, 2021 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The New York rapper's second album feels born directly out of last year's inescapable isolation.

Travis Scott’s “FRANCHISE” and the Lasting Impact of “White Tee” by Dem Franchize Boyz

October 14, 2020October 27, 2020 ~ tblankin ~ Leave a comment

While the white t-shirt has been a cultural staple for decades, Dem Franchize Boyz turned the unassuming article of clothing into a statement piece and became a permanent part of the hip-hop lexicon.

Blu & Exile – Miles: From an Interlude Called Life

August 12, 2020August 19, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The legendary duo's third full-length collaborative effort brings their journey full circle, flexing their superior skill and craftsmanship to create an ambitious, 95-minute jazz-rap opus that celebrates and pays homage to a rich musical and cultural history.

Dinner Party – Dinner Party

August 4, 2020November 29, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The self-titled project from the newly formed supergroup illuminates a vibe and cheerfulness only attainable when collaborators are closely bonded by friendship.

Imp – Children of the Atom

July 24, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

On their new album, the Atlanta rapper-producer uses comic book fan-fiction as a vehicle for their societal observations and personal anxieties.

Run the Jewels – RTJ4

June 15, 2020August 24, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The fourth installment in the duo’s essential self-titled series is as vital and of the moment as anything in their increasingly historic catalog.

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