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Coming here after listening to Born This Way, this feels like an exploration back into a similar soundscape and themes but with more years of experience and wisdom under her belt and with a confidence from ascending to the level of a pop deity and now making music out of genuine amusement and passion. This album certainly feels like a spiritual successor to Born This Way with maybe highs that aren't quite as a high overall but is still very solid and enjoyable. The first half definitely ... read more

4/29/26 87 ->86

The definition of in your face pop music, and I mean that in the best way possible. Unapologetic energy and pride exudes from every song here. For an album that's almost 15 years I would say it could certainly still fit in with the club scene of today (again I wouldn't know, I'm in bed by 9pm). Lady Gaga is an absolute powerhouse and hypnotizing vocalist and the production thrives off of big basses and vibrant synths. The singles that are remembered fondly on ... read more

I want to start with saying I have not seen this film so I'm not sure how well any of these songs relate to the film overall. As a collection of songs, I did find myself enjoying most of what's on here. There's a lot of influences from genres that are defined by Black American culture, predominantly soul, gospel, jazz and hip hop. A lot of enjoyable guest performers including Wayne, Doja, Jay, Cudi and the father of Neo Soul himself, D'Angelo. "I Want You Forever" ... read more

One of the best aging albums I've ever heard with some truly luscious instrumentation and vocals that can invoke both power and quiet mysticism. Truly feels like the foundation for not just progressive rock and art rock but all rock and jazz influenced genres to follow which is even more impressive considering this was a debut record. If you just know "21st Century Schizoid Man" from the Kanye sample you really owe it to yourself to listen to the whole song. There's not much ... read more

Oh no, are we old enough to have 2000's nostalgia? It would certainly seem so as Joey Valence and Brae bring a lot of the energy of crunk and pop rap from that decade for us as we reach the halfway point of our own decade. Joey Valence brings production that often comes off like callbacks to Nelly, Timbaland, Lil Jon and similar artists being paired with JVB's Beastie Boys' inspired inflection with songs like "HYPERYOUTH" , "BUST DOWN" and "SEE U ... read more

4/9/26 90-> 85: Not aging nearly as well as Pinata when it comes to repeated listens. Flat Tummy Tea removed from standout tracks.

Maintaining their consistency from Pinata, Freddie and Madlib come through with another amazing album centered around Gibbs' trademark glamorous gangster persona and Madlib's one of a kind beat production. While I would agree with most people who say Pinata was the superior album, this album has some great hits off its own, both solo efforts and those ... read more

10/7/25 86->82

As someone who primarily knows Hayley Williams from her work as the front woman for Paramore and hasn't listened to any of her solo work (not counting a few features she did on pop songs), I have to say this album was a lot more eclectic than I expected. There was some of the familiar alt rock sounds on here but also with some influences of trip hop and indie pop and soft rock which I will admit kept me interested in seeing where it would go from track to track. In terms ... read more

Almost 30 years after their first album and 5 years since their last album, Deftones have proven both their staying power and maintaining their signature sound while always changing it up just enough to feel fresh (this time feeling like a spiritual successor to Koi No Yokan which is tied for White Pony with me for my favorite of their works). With a new bass player in Fred Sablan who delivers some really nice work in tracks like "ecdysis" matched with Chino, Abe, Stephen and Frank ... read more

If anything can unite us as a people it's hating this

It's stuck with her for quite a while now and it works as a heel or face theme. Not the best but pretty solid.

Three really good songs followed by an alright remix and instrumental tracks. Not much too say here other than don't let the first three songs slide if you're a Doom fan. Long live the Supervillain.

This is a project that's starts off with a great first impression but doesn't really seem to capitalize on it. "Intro" is pretty memorable in terms of hip hop album openings, and "Untouchable" and "M.F.T.R." are great follow ups. "Untouchable" in particular features a really great Biggie sample and Timbaland production. From "Crutches, Crosses, Caskets" onward, there is a pretty noticeable drop off in terms of memorability and overall ... read more

The most recent RTJ project and, in my humble opinion, one of their best. This is probably the best combo of opener and closer combination of their discography. Every other song here is great to excellent with the exception of "goonies vs E.T.", and "Never look back", which are good but a bit weaker than the rest of the track list. This is also the project with the strongest features, with note particularly brought to 2 Chainz, Zack, Pharrell, and Mavis Staples. Myself, and ... read more

More heavy hitting production and masterful lyricism and flow from the now iconic duo of Killer Mike and El-P. "Legend Has It" is possibly their most commercially well known single (I hear it in a lot of movies and commercials) but I would also put it as one of their best singles overall. "Talk To Me", "Call Ticketron", "2100", "Panther Like a Panther", and "Thursday in the Danger Room" are all great tunes in their own rights. The ... read more

5/19/26 96->82

The first project between the collaborative efforts of Killer Mike and El-P, and what an auspicious start it is. The self titled opening track is a truly amazing way to open an album and ranks, for me, as one of their most classic tracks. This is followed by four songs that I really enjoyed that are all well constructed and feature great rhymes by the duo and double duty from El-P with production. The second half is a bit of a drop in quality, bottoming out with "Twin ... read more

OG Comment: Please tell me I'm not the only one who thought this was a Westside Gunn collab album

Actual Review Time: I always felt bad that this was my most liked review and I never even bothered listening to the album so I thought I owed it to the group, especially since it's only 5 songs and just under 15 minutes. Honestly, I'm glad I did. This is a nice little collection of Indie Rock with good instrumentation and great vocal chemistry between the two vocalists. ... read more

Edited 11//25- I was way too hard. I can admit that. "Community" and "Of Blue" are for sure stand outs (49->70)

Is it possible to have a sophomore slump between your third and fourth album? Maybe a senior slump? My God, this was incredibly disappointing. Like most people, I absolutely adored the Forever Story and consider it a perfect album. And here? This is just...okay. The standout song for me is VCRs and even then I think Vince Staples has the better verse. I get ... read more

In the very unenviable position of attempting to follow up the classic of Preacher's Daughter as a second album, WTIALY is yet another accolade in the songwriting and creative genius of Ethel Cain/Hayden. Falling somewhere between the first album and the Perverts EP that came out earlier this year, this album combines the devastating and intricate world building of the former with the darker synths and percussion that feels like massive, dredging footsteps of the former. The result is a ... read more

With such a sweet and airy voice delivered in a compact 21 minute project, this feels like opening up a tiny box and finding a light and delicious cupcake inside. Laufey has received so much acclaim for her voice (myself included I think her voice is incredible), but she also backs it up with entrancing and gentle instrumentation, especially her guitar and piano work. She certainly is worthy of caring the throne of jazz in the 2020s. If you're wondering where to start or have heard about ... read more