He cements his place in hip-hop history with this one... as the corniest dude in the game.

For every high point on this album, I feel as if there is a flaw to accompany it. For example, Cole's verse on Photograph is great, however, the hook is poorly mixed and muddy. The production isn't very boundary-pushing either. Sometimes the production really works towards Cole's strengths like on the song Brackets. However, most of the time, the production is SUPER forgettable. The one real redeeming quality of this album (as with all of J. Coles albums) is Cole's lyrics and meaning. Overall, ... read more

A self reflective and honest approach to the struggles of an ageing man who is aware of his own mortal transgressions. This is the most personal Tillman has ever been, singing the woes of his life in a way that is near Dylan-esque. God's Favourite Customer is a reminder of our imperfections and doubts, and to allow yourself to not take things so seriously.

Sonically, it is similar to Honeybear in the way that the production is very light and aesthetically pleasing, relying heavily on catchy ... read more