Good instrumentals are a given but there isn't much substance at all. Shallow unnecessarily long tracks make this feel bloated and even boring at times. Without a doubt though carrying some good concepts that maybe a vocalist or better pacing can help figure out.

Very generic. Lyrics almost always being one dimensional, Passable vocals, and boring uninspiring production.

It's clear Cordae has the penmanship to hang with the best of them. However, with him so void of personality, it becomes hard for creativity to find its mark. Taking into account the stand out production, all the makings of a great album are definitely here somewhere.

Can get repetitive and uses typical sounds you would expect. I think there is a ton to be achieved if they range slightly out of their comfort zone.

Very good production with well placed features. Consistent and Rigz effortlessly fitting on the beats.

Prevailed with trap and increased piano usage. Production remained very strong throughout. Feels more emotionally put together than previous.

The production, pacing, consistency and features all come together to add to a fantastic discography.

Kota feels hungrier as oppose to his previous work with some passionate lyrics but still lacks the technical flow to really sell me on him right now.

As much as the production is good, I wish each cut was developed more in length and diversity from track to track

Can be drawn out but I feel like Epigone makes the highs feel worth the build up more often than not.

Abel Tesfaye continues to build upon his legendary sound while introducing various vocal inflections. A tidy and constructive way of continuing to establish himself in the music industry

Although not as boring and creatively bankrupt as some of his previous projects, this still falls into that category comfortably.

Very easy to enjoy her personality which fits well with the instrumentation.

Glass Animals best project to date displays the consistency you'd expect on an elite level album. The creativity instrumentally here backed by the brilliant concept of every character on the cover representing a song, makes this a listen worth going out of your way for.

Billie's debut album had all the hype and did not disappoint as this shows everything you could have hoped for with great production, charisma, lyricism, and writing.

LiSA displays J-Pop in its best form you could ask for. Using creative instrumentals and carrying catchy and engaging hooks, LiSA doesn't overstay her welcome as she clips together a 7 song tracklist of some of her work.

Olivia Rodrigo bursts on the scene here bringing back emo pop rock effortlessly with a mix of peaceful vocal harmonies without feeling forced but instead, showing maturity you wouldn't expect out of a teenager.

A throwback 70's short length display of R&B and Soul, puts on full display the chemistry and dedication shown by Bruno Parks and Anderson Paak. Even if what they are doing isn't original, they replicate the sound without coming across as straight up ripping it off, instead paying tribute.

Abel Tesfaye's journey through his mishaps displayed through R&B and some throwbacks to the 80's, shows why The Weeknd is one of the best vocally and creatively going at the moment. Doing a phenomenal job of evolving his sound and character without abandoning what got him there.

A big throwback to different ages of recent music history. Borrowing different sounds and ideas from primarily 70's & 80's and as far back as the 50's. Standing out just as much as the vocals from Dallon Weekes, carrying some of the best tunes you'll hear.