Easily one of the most simultaneously hardest and atmospheric hip-hop albums of the year.
Curry has constructed a project that plays to the sonic structures of the era without sacrificing meaningful content in doing so. TA13OO is the culmination of his promise and talent, resulting in Curry’s magnum opus.
Realistically, Ta13oo is extremely satisfying from a consumption standpoint. It’s everything I’d want from a rap album this year.
TA13OO's three-act concept could have used some fleshing out, but the music at the core is easily Denzel Curry's best yet.
With this additional substance and strategic guest contributions, Curry is elevated on TA13OO -- despite this deep dive into despair and darkness -- hinting at more insight on future efforts.
The South Florida rapper carves out his own lane within the genre known as SoundCloud rap, displaying considerable versatility as he channels the pain and confusion of youth.
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#29 | / | Complex |
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#40 | / | DJBooth (Hip Hop / R&B) |
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