On TA13OO, Denzel Curry cuts a dark and distressing figure; but the result is a multi-concept, well-structured, layered piece of work; and it is absolutely enthralling.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/08/08/denzel-curry-ta13oo-album-review/

It’s been a rocky ride for American rapper Mac Miller. Following a breakup from pop sensation Ariana Grande, Miller has comeback to discuss heartbreak and his mental health on his most recent project, Swimming

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/08/15/mac-miller-swimming-album-review/

2017 XXL Freshman Aminé is back with quite the bang. The 15th of August saw the surprise release of Portland rappers second full length project, ONEPOINTFIVE. Self described as an ‘EPLPMixtapeAlbum’ it would be safe to assume that this is merely a mid point between his debut and sophomore albums, but it certainly feels like so much more.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/08/16/amine-onepointfive-album-review/

Last week we got a surprise album drop from Eminem who released his 10th studio album, titled Kamikaze. Social media blew up in a big way because of the surprise element. Some maybe blew up because it’s littered with disses, but I blew up for much more than that.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/09/04/eminem-kamikaze-album-review/

The word “important” is thrown around so frivolously in recent times, that to use it in relation to this album almost feels like doing it a disservice. But this album is so poignant and necessary that I feel like I need to tell everyone to listen.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/09/05/idles-joy-as-an-act-of-resistance-album-review/

Clocking in at only four songs long, RIP Indo Hisashi is a bite-sized, yet delightful portion of futuristic, R&B flavoured pop. Whilst the rather scant track listing may only leave you wanting more, I wouldn’t fill up too much, as this is only an appetiser, and I’d put all my money on you hearing from him again very soon.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/09/06/no-rome-rip-indo-hisashi-ep-review/

On Negro Swan, Dev Hynes manages to find solace and utter beauty within sadness and pain. His slick and sexy production along with soothing vocal melodies creates a serene atmosphere over songs that are far darker than they may appear.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/09/11/blood-orange-negro-swan-album-review/

Dizzee feels like he’s 10 years younger on this EP, which leads me to raise the point that Dizzee is only 33 years old. Should he continue this amazing form for the next few projects, Dizzee is easily in upper echelon of musicians.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/09/18/dizzee-rascal-dont-gas-me-ep-review/

On iridescence, Brockhampton reaffirm their status not only as the best boyband on the planet, but also one of the most promising and unique acts of our generation. Their blend of influences and experimentation has moved them to a level above what they achieved on the Saturation trilogy, making a seminal album that will go down as a vital moment in their legacy.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/09/23/brockhampton-iridescence-album-review/

On their debut album, Dirty Hit proteges Pale Waves offer up a glamorous display of synthesised indie tunes meshed together into a raw and emo-heavy album that is a pleasure on the ears.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/09/24/pale-waves-my-mind-makes-noises-album-review/

If I’m being honest I think this is the curtain call for Russ. He was number one on his debut album and number four with this one. Unless you’re a heavy hitter rap doesn’t have a lot of longevity, and Russ is about to get lost in the pack. There’s a lack of any major personality on this album, Russ hasn’t got the lyrics, the production or the delivery to make anything that particularly above average, at his very best Russ has created a couple songs here that are ... read more

How can you not be happy for Lil Wayne? It feels like we’ve waited an eternity for this album so imagine how vindicated Wayne feels. Not only did he finally drop the album, but it’s much better than it should be. Lil Wayne is one of raps biggest and best names, he’s an ultimate wordsmith who’s done himself justice with this record and managed to freshen up the industry once more. Wayne has talked about retirement quite a lot in the last decade so if releasing Tha Carter ... read more

The constant change in tone and the varying flows reminds everyone that not only can Saba deliver an artistic and gut wrenching performance, he can rap with the best of the best.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/10/06/a-hidden-masterpiece-saba-care-for-me-album-review/

Trench is very much a direct successor to Blurryface, inheriting familiar conceptual characters, as well as treading on similarly delicate topics, and then some.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/10/16/twenty-one-pilots-trench-album-review/

On this sophomore album, Noname proves to any possible doubters that she is for real. Her debut was certainly no one off as on Room 25 we get to witness the pleasure of Noname blooming before our very eyes.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/10/18/noname-room-25-album-review/

On this solo effort, Quavo displays ability to create killer hooks over slick trap beats, but unfortunately this is proof that he will never be an album guy. The absence of his fellow Migos members is felt hard and despite glittering moments, the album reeks of mediocrity.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/10/19/quavo-huncho-review/

You might know him as George Miller, maybe even Filthy Frank or Pink Guy, but I know him as Joji; I think after this album you’ll be addressing him as I do.

http://viberant.co.uk/2018/10/27/joji-ballads-1-album-review/

On his latest solo release, The Verve’s frontman Richard Ashcroft sounds as worn out and beaten as the genre he blossomed from. It takes a special kind of man to release an album so littered with entitlement, but Ashcroft managed that with absolute ease on Natural Rebel; perhaps all those days he spent looking at himself in the mirror and doing cocaine to pretend he’s cool have caught up with the once idolised ... read more