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Ten years ago today, Beyoncé released Lemonade, one of the best-rated albums of 2016. After listening to Cowboy Carter (which I liked, but didn't consider one of the best of 2024), this was my second real approach to her discography. To be honest, I don’t fully understand the perfect scores this album usually gets. It’s a very good record, but it has some highs and some moments that feel a bit boring to me.
The album blends many genres: rock, country and hip-hop. While ... read more

JID has always been a beast when it comes to technical skill, but The Forever Story is the project that solidified him as a generational talent. Originally released in 2022, this version is the definitive way to experience the album, finally including the incredible closing track "2007". It’s one of the best modern rap projects and will surely become a classic in the near future, if it isn’t one already.
The production is rich and various, moving from soulful melodies to ... read more

Ye is finally back with a solo album after almost five years: BULLY. It feels like a return to a more personal vision compared to the Vultures era. However, the experience, as we've come to expect latelr, is a bit of a roller coaster due to the updated nature of the project.
The production is a mix of soul samples and minimal drums, offering a much more intimate sound than his recent stadium-heavy style. Ye is experimenting with his vocals again, leaning into that handmade feeling. The ... read more

Ten & Twenty Years Later: 30 Albums Celebrating Anniversaries in 2026 - #06 - 2016/03/04 - untitled unmastered. - Kendrick Lamar

Ten years ago today, Kendrick Lamar surprised everyone by dropping untitled unmastered. This wasn't a traditional album, but a collection of leftovers and demos from the legendary To Pimp a Butterfly era. Even though these tracks were technically unfinished, they are probably better than most artists' work. A decade later, it remains a masterpiece of ... read more