Kanye West's "My Beautiful Twisted Fantasy" is a prime example of how a captivating public persona does not equate to captivating musical output. West's self-indulgent lyrics and unoriginal taste are painfully evident throughout the album. His attempts at being edgy come across as whiny and cringeworthy, and his choice of guests solely serves to flaunt his extensive celeb contacts list.
The album's downfall lies in West's inability to distance himself from his toxic entourage, ... read more