Absolutely one of the best albums of 2022 — and that’s really saying something considering how stacked that year was. Aethiopes feels like Billy Woods fully locking into everything that makes him such a special artist. The dense, layered lyricism, the dark and grimy production, and those off-kilter flows all come together perfectly here.
The real highlight is definitely the writing. Woods’ lyrics are incredibly deep and rewarding, the kind that force you to sit with the album ... read more
Hey y’all. I know nobody really cares, but I gotta say sorry for not reviewing in a few weeks. Lost a bit of momentum, but honestly there’s no better way to start the new year than by revisiting some Devon Hendryx.
Devon Hendryx, better known as JPEGMAFIA, is an American rapper and producer, and JOECHILLWORLD is his third studio album. This project feels incredibly raw and unfiltered — almost like a snapshot of Peggy before everything fully clicked into place. It’s very ... read more
This is Saba’s second studio album, Care For Me (2018), and it’s one of the most personal and emotionally honest rap albums of the decade.
Right from the start, you can tell how vulnerable this record is. Saba opens up about grief, depression, survivor’s guilt, and the loss of his cousin John Walt, and it never feels forced or performative. Every verse feels lived-in and real, which is what makes this album hit so hard.
The production plays a huge role in that emotional ... read more
This is Devon Hendryx (JPEGMAFIA) at the very beginning of his artistic journey, and Dreamcast Summer Songs is a quietly powerful debut. Even as a short, six-track instrumental project, it already shows just how special Peggy’s ear for production is.
What really makes this album stand out is how seamlessly everything flows. Each track bleeds into the next so naturally that the project feels less like a collection of songs and more like one continuous mood. There’s a real sense of ... read more