After the massive success and mainstream takeover with Beauty Behind the Madness, The Weeknd came back swinging with Starboy—an album that fully launched him into global superstardom. With Beauty Behind the Madness, he stepped into the pop world, but with Starboy, he owned it. This album solidified him as one of the top-tier modern pop artists, and it's packed with hits that show exactly why.

Right from the jump, the title track Starboy featuring Daft Punk sets the tone. That ... read more

Man, this is how you make an entrance. Led Zeppelin really exploded onto the scene. From the very first note, they made it clear they weren’t here to be just another rock band. They were THE band. This record set the tone for everything that would follow, and honestly, it still sounds ridiculously good today.

Right from the opener, Good Times Bad Times, you can tell something special’s happening. Bonham’s triplet drumming, the punchy riffs, that energy — it’s ... read more

Chance was everywhere in 2016, and Coloring Book is basically the perfect reflection of that moment. It’s Chance at his most inspired, creative, and joy-filled. The album feels like a celebration—not just of life and music, but of faith, friendship, family, and freedom. You can hear how much fun he’s having, and it’s contagious.

What makes Coloring Book so great is how perfectly it blends gospel, hip hop, soul, and pop into one cohesive sound. It’s uplifting ... read more

With FREE 6LACK, 6LACK came through with an absolute gem of a debut. He brought something fresh to the table—a darker, more introspective blend of alternative R&B and trap. Sure, you can hear influences like The Weeknd, but 6LACK definitely carved out his own sound. It’s compelling, soothing, raw, and convincing all at once.

The album strikes this perfect balance between moody bangers and introspective slow burns. You've got the hard-hitting tracks like Never Know, Rules, ... read more

Siri, define Summer 2017. Calvin Harris knew exactly what he was doing with Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1. It might be the perfect summer album, and I’m not even exaggerating. It’s an album that radiates sunshine, poolside vibes, and care-free energy from start to finish. While it may not be the most groundbreaking project, it doesn't need to be at all. This album isn’t about pushing musical boundaries; it’s about creating the right vibe for Summer, and Calvin Harris ... read more

Sonder Son always holds a special place to me. The first project of Brent I listened to and it immediately clicked. Brent lets you into is world, where his honest story telling takes centre stage, accompanied by stripped-down production. Brent’s never really been the one to rely on over-the-top production, and he definitely doesn’t need to. His soothing voice glides so effortlessly over each track with a kind of warmth that makes it sound quite intimate. While Brent does stick to ... read more

With “Awaken, My Love!” we see Childish Gambino levelling up in a huge way. After the success of Because the Internet, it was already clear that Donald Glover had serious creative range—but this album proves he had a whole other dimension waiting to be explored. Here, Gambino trades in raps for soulful vocals, bringing an ode to classic soul and funk—but with his own strange, modern twist.

The album opens with the haunting Me and Your Mama, starting slow and eerie ... read more

Kendrick is a genius—like, really a genius. And untitled unmastered. is just another example of that. These are literally leftovers from the To Pimp a Butterfly era, and yet they still sound better than most artists’ main projects. I mean, how did these not make the album? I get it—TPAB is perfect as it is—but some of these tracks could’ve easily fit right in.

This project just proves again that Kendrick is operating on a whole different level—lyrically, ... read more

Playboi Carti’s self-titled mixtape was the much needed introduction of Carti to the world. When this mixtape dropped, it was clear that Carti was more than just another rapper in the trap scene; he was about to be the next star, and not only in the trap scene. With a fresh approach to trap and cloud rap, Playboi Carti brought an entirely new energy to the scene—one that was less about intricate lyricism and more about pure vibe.

From the very first track, Location, you’re ... read more

Luv Is Rage 2 is peak Lil Uzi Vert. It’s the album that fully captures everything that makes him such a unique artist. It’s energetic, vibeable, emotional, and futuristic in a way that only Uzi can pull off. Building on the hype of his mixtapes and early hits, this project doesn’t necessarily reinvent his sound, but it refines it.

Right from the start, the album is packed with bangers. Sauce It Up and Neon Guts bring that effortless, flex-heavy energy, while tracks like X and ... read more

With Culture, Migos cemented their place in the mainstream and became one of the most defining voices of modern trap. From the opening track T-Shirt to the absolute dominance of Bad and Boujee, it was clear that Quavo, Offset, and Takeoff had found the perfect formula for their sound. Their chemistry is undeniable, with each member bringing their own unique energy while seamlessly bouncing off each other.

One of the strongest aspects of Culture is how tight and cohesive it feels. While Migos ... read more

Westside Gunn stays on an insane run with Hitler Wears Hermes 5, another chapter in his HWH series that proves he’s one of the most consistent and authentic voices in underground hip-hop. If you’ve been following WSG, you know what to expect—grimy, high-art street rap with a luxurious twist—and he delivers exactly that, with the same style and razor-sharp curation that’s made him a powerhouse in the game.

The production is just immaculate, as always. Gunn has a ... read more

There are albums that showcase talent, and then there are albums that redefine what music can do. Innervisions is the latter. Released in 1973, right in the heart of Stevie Wonder’s legendary period, this record isn’t just one of the high points of his legendary career—it’s also a defining moment in the history of soul, funk, and R&B. It’s the sound of an artist going all in: Stevie’s politically sharp, spiritually aware, emotionally raw, and musically ... read more

This is where it all started. Queen isn’t their biggest, flashiest, or most polished album, but it’s the raw blueprint of what would become one of the greatest rock bands of all time. You can hear the ambition dripping from every song—this wasn’t just another early ‘70s rock band trying to make it big. Queen had something different, something larger-than-life, and even in these early tracks, you can feel it bubbling under the surface.

Right from the first notes of ... read more

Man, Beach House 3 is just one of those albums that never gets old. Ty Dolla $ign has always had a way of making music that feels effortless—smooth, melodic, and just straight-up vibes. This album is the perfect example of that. It’s the kind of project you can throw on during a late-night drive, at a party, or even just chilling at home, and it always hits.

What really makes Beach House 3 stand out is how cohesive it feels. Some of Ty’s earlier projects were packed with ... read more

War & Leisure is Miguel at his most polished—smooth, confident, and fully in his zone. If Wildheart was him going off the deep end into experimental, psychedelic R&B, this album is him refining that energy into something more polished, more cohesive, but still undeniably Miguel. It’s an album that works as perfectly for a late-night drive as it does for a slow Sunday morning.

Right from the start, Criminal pulls you in with its hypnotic, moody vibe, setting the tone for ... read more

Into by Sonder is a very fine and captivating EP that let’s you dive deeper into atmospheric R&B. It’s a project where Brent Faiyaz’s soothing vocals meet the dreamy, immersive production of Atu and Dpat. With just seven tracks, it’s a short but deeply cohesive experience, full of introspection, melancholy, and a level of smoothness that makes it perfect for a late-night drive through the city.

The undeniable standout here is Too Fast. It really let’s you ... read more

Well… it’s not bad, per se. But it’s more like a déjà vu. If you've been following Lil Durk—or melodic trap in general—for the past few years, you've probably heard these songs already, just under a dozen different names. Deep Thoughts isn’t unlistenable by any means; the production’s polished, the mood is moody, and Durk floats over the beats with that familiar mix of pain and melody. But it all feels a little too safe at this ... read more

Endless… just wow. That album has always felt like something special. Not just musically, but everything around it—the way it was released, the story behind it, the timing, all of it. Frank Ocean really flipped the whole music industry on its head. He dropped Endless as a visual album just to fulfil his Def Jam contract, and then, a day or two later, Blonde came out independently. And everyone was obviously talking about Blonde, which makes sense—it’s a ... read more

Kanye West. Yeah, we all know he’s said and done a lot the past few years, but if there’s one thing that’s never really been up for debate, it’s that the guy is a genius when it comes to music. The Life of Pablo is proof of that—just pure, chaotic, emotional, ever-evolving genius. This album wasn’t just an album, it was a culture-defining moment. You really remember where you were when it dropped. The Madison Square Garden listening party? Simply iconic, one ... read more