Cloud 9

Noir rap might have been somewhat less prevalent in the east in '96 compared to the prior three years, but that didn't stop underground MCs like the Bronx's very own Nine from staying true to the declining sound. As the black & white cover might suggest, the soundscapes here are quite grim, full of gloomy bass and hard-hitting drum loops—a very strong reflection of the album's lyrical content, with bars revolving around street survival and the desolate nature of ... read more

This guy has surely smoked way too many cigarettes.. his husky voice is really not pleasant and ruins the overall appreciation of the project.. it’s a shame, because it’s rather good in itself.