Wrestling, comic books and rap mix together so well that they would make a delicious chocolate bar. I would eat this album if it were food, is what I'm trying to say.
Colin G. I doubt it, Cherry Bomb had some obvious flaws. However, I hope he listens to that new Corbin and Bobby Rapps EP again. I hate Cloud Rap, and I've been listening to it non-stop.
Defiantly feeling this album i was wondering if youd be interested in doing a video on eyedea many think of him as one of the best would like to hear your take
minecraft damn daniel - 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Their early work was a little too new wave for my tastes, but when Sports came out in '83, I think they really came into their own, commercially and artistically. The whole album has a clear, crisp sound, and a new sheen of consummate professionalism that really gives the songs a big boost. He's been compared to Elvis Costello, but I think Huey has a far more bitter, cynical sense of humor.
theneedledrop I really loved this album. I wasn't expecting this to be anything at first, but the insane lyrical fiery flows from Esoteric, Deck, and the features blew me back over some amazing boom bap production from 7L and Spada4. It's very animated with it's comic like audio cuts (sounding very DOOMish) , colorful production, energetic feel, the album kept me very engaged. I found myself wanting to listen to the project over and over. This is definitely one of my favorite hip hop albums this year. A light 9/10 for me.
i can point you in the right direction if you like that for if hip hop, I like it so here you go , check out statik selektah, apathy, termanology, celph titled, ra the rugged man, Vinnie Paz, aotp, Jedi mind , reks, snak the ripper, Royce da 5'9, Joell Ortiz, crooked I, demigodz,
Hey you should also check out Kool Keith/Dr Octagon and Deltron 3030 (Dan The Automator, Del The Funky Homosapien, DJ Kid Koala trio), if you already listen to them, Dr Octagon released Moosebumps which has a collab song with both of them. It has a very conceptual storytelling 90s vibe similar to something you'd find from Czarface or Viktor Vaughn (MF DOOM) Hope anything I've typed here leads you to something you may like.
every guest on this record brought it fucking heavy, GZA, Meth and Juju killed their respective tracks. Large Professor and DOOMs appearances were also nice.
One of the best Hip Hop albums I've heard in a long while. Along with everything else this year and last. And I think that it may be the best Hip Hop album of the year for me. This was great listening to all the way through and the beat production just made it so right. I started watching this review and stopped, realizing I didn't get a chance to listen to it. So I had a listen and went back to watching this review after I was done. Everything you just said was spot on.
I will be honest. I used to just think of you as a hipster, but honestly I read a book by it's cover wrong. You are really passionate and intelligent in regards to music. Thanks for you work!
After being a bit disappointed in the Vince Staples record I checked out this because of you and I'm glad I did, I've been enjoying this so much!!! The production is great and the vintage beats go sooo well with the theme
Am I the only one that is singing the title of this album to the tune of the intro of Kendrick Lamar's "Wesley's Theory" (or the Boris Gardiner song it sampled)?
***** That's cool, man. Maybe I could figure out a way to get around it and still enjoy their music like you seem to have done. Honestly even when I listen to albums I really really like such as Ab-Soul's Control System (where it's just a homophobic slur rather than overtly anti gay lyrics like Jedi Mind Tricks) those lines come across like a disappointing punch in the gut. I'm just like goddammit, Ab-Soul and then I always think about skipping the track even though I love the song besides that
sirmeatwad so if he reviews it, don't click on it. Have you actually heard the new album. Paz switched up his flow and stepped up the lyrics. Stoupes back!!
Nice review Anthony! Definitely agree that this album has more fire, passion and character than the first. Been bumping it regularly since my review of it.
Hey anthony, I'm a huge fan of your reviews. You always give me food for thought in your reviews (especially in hip hop records) My request to you is to review "Statik Selektah - Lucky 7." It's release date is July 7 and you might be somewhat familiar with his production on Joey Bada$$' "B4DA$$" LP. All I can say his production style is somewhat based off Dj premier's style and his production ideas on his albums are very unique. His feature list is very open and intriguing on a certain ballad of his. When this LP drops I want your full honest opinion. I promise you won't be disappointed. Robert C.
Have you heard about Sidewalk Dave's new project? It's called Odysseus Finn, and it's sort of an ambient psych rock thing he's been working on for the past 2 years. I'm pretty excited to see what's going to come of it.
Brock Berrigan's Chapter ten album Especially the song "four walls and an amplifier" is definitely worth a look and I'd like to know your thoughts on it.
Everyday i thank god that Inspektah Deck, for some reason decided to get together with 7L & Esoteric, and make such a great trio, that let him be free to do what he does best, spit.
I love the debut album yo. Hazmat Rap is dope as fuck and I love all the songs. This album is 10/10 and I give debut album 8.9/10. Esoteric and Inspectah Deck are amazing
Czarface is dope as fuck. Probably like them better than Wu Tang actually. Never thought I would say that 😂 Doomface and Ghost collabs have been constantly playing in my stereo!
I completely agree on most of what you said. I really feel they just stepped everything up on this album. My only complaint would probably be the amount of skits and dialogue. It starts to get a little distracting being a part of nearly every single song
I always try to make the sound that always happens while the band name and genre is being introduced--at the exact same time it comes on. I got very close on this video.
Definitely see the comparisons to Wu Tang and DOOM but this album also reminded me a lot of Captain Murphy's Du∆lity and even a little bit of Prhyme in the lyricism
Dope album! I really dig the space/superhero/comic book theme. The beats are really gritty and catchy. Also the delivery and lines dropped are really great! I think you have to dig old school Too Short type stuff to really dig it. I think it gives off an old school vibe
Serpico's Beard My fav metal album this year so far has been A Forest of Stars - Beware the Blade You Cannot See... Been trying to get Fantano to review it lol Here's their bandcamp of the album if you wanna check it out a-forest-of-stars.bandcamp.com/album/beware-the-sword-you-cannot-see For some reason most of the youtube uploads have the tracks sped up and it sounds like crap I feel like it's been kind of a weak year for metal so far besides this album. What's been the best one you've found?
Nathan Mariano That's the kind of stuff i want, real nasty and filthy metal that tears your face off. So much modern metal is mediocre "brootal" shit with obnoxious deathcore style screaming and grunting.
hey anthony, i always wondered, how do you go about picking the albums you want to review? is it pure opinionated or are there certain albums you look for?
The Cal Chuchesta mixtape is in production.
AOTY DONT EVEN NEED TO HEAR IT
Please confirm a pink guy feature so I can sleep easy at night
theneedledrop can we have a skills in pills review? please?
I heard ILoveMakonnen, Bobby Shmurda, and Trinidad James are features on that joint
Needs a filthy frank collab! On the real!
Nightcrawler is such a good track. It's absurd how entertaining it is.
This comment aged weirdly well
Wrestling, comic books and rap mix together so well that they would make a delicious chocolate bar. I would eat this album if it were food, is what I'm trying to say.
***** mm.. food
+Akira Isler let's do it
mmm...food
+Luke James (Album Reviews) lol
***** yeah, sorry man. you're about a year late. you snooze you lose!!!!!
FAVORITE ALBUMS OF THE YEAR SO FAR LIST COMING SOON! EVERYTHING TO BE HYPED ABOUT! EVERYTHING!
theneedledrop I'm holding out hope that you've warmed up to Cherry Bomb.
Colin G. I doubt it, Cherry Bomb had some obvious flaws. However, I hope he listens to that new Corbin and Bobby Rapps EP again. I hate Cloud Rap, and I've been listening to it non-stop.
Defiantly feeling this album i was wondering if youd be interested in doing a video on eyedea many think of him as one of the best would like to hear your take
theneedledrop YES, OH YES.
sboy1024 Since he doesn't really dig Sadistik, I'm not sure he likes eyedea that much...
That album cover is super dope. I gotta check this project out.
why did you shoot john lennon
young lean The resemblance is uncanny.
minecraft damn daniel - 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Their early work was a little too new wave for my tastes, but when Sports came out in '83, I think they really came into their own, commercially and artistically. The whole album has a clear, crisp sound, and a new sheen of consummate professionalism that really gives the songs a big boost. He's been compared to Elvis Costello, but I think Huey has a far more bitter, cynical sense of humor.
Bo88y Beretta
American Psycho?
😂😂😂
This isn't about Justin Bieber.
Thoughts on the new Czarface record! Citizen review on the way! Plotting on the King Los and Desaparecidos. What are you listening to!??!??
theneedledrop
Failure
Sightings
Also Circuit des Yeux. It took me a while to get it but it's enchanting.
theneedledrop y u no liek Camp Lo? :[
theneedledrop I really loved this album. I wasn't expecting this to be anything at first, but the insane lyrical fiery flows from Esoteric, Deck, and the features blew me back over some amazing boom bap production from 7L and Spada4. It's very animated with it's comic like audio cuts (sounding very DOOMish) , colorful production, energetic feel, the album kept me very engaged. I found myself wanting to listen to the project over and over. This is definitely one of my favorite hip hop albums this year. A light 9/10 for me.
theneedledrop my mother crying :(
theneedledrop slum village and this album. Both are great
Great stuff. I love this album. I also love 90s hip hop. Can't find many things like this now a days. Great video.
i can point you in the right direction if you like that for if hip hop, I like it so here you go , check out statik selektah, apathy, termanology, celph titled, ra the rugged man, Vinnie Paz, aotp, Jedi mind , reks, snak the ripper, Royce da 5'9, Joell Ortiz, crooked I, demigodz,
All that you mentioned is what I listen to haha. I dont know Snak the ripper though. I will check that dude out. Thanks man.
Gaming With Gleez snak has the same producer as Vinnie . C Lance makes his shit
Hey you should also check out Kool Keith/Dr Octagon and Deltron 3030 (Dan The Automator, Del The Funky Homosapien, DJ Kid Koala trio), if you already listen to them, Dr Octagon released Moosebumps which has a collab song with both of them. It has a very conceptual storytelling 90s vibe similar to something you'd find from Czarface or Viktor Vaughn (MF DOOM) Hope anything I've typed here leads you to something you may like.
MC Esoteric is one of the most underrated ever, and he sells lines and verses to make money, its sad with someone of his talent
I've always loved esoteric, guy has lungs
Considering how many great hip hop records came out in 2015, it's no big surprise this one went under the radar.
every guest on this record brought it fucking heavy, GZA, Meth and Juju killed their respective tracks. Large Professor and DOOMs appearances were also nice.
i almost forgot Rugged's verse which i thought was in the top three verses on the album.
One of the best Hip Hop albums I've heard in a long while. Along with everything else this year and last. And I think that it may be the best Hip Hop album of the year for me. This was great listening to all the way through and the beat production just made it so right. I started watching this review and stopped, realizing I didn't get a chance to listen to it. So I had a listen and went back to watching this review after I was done. Everything you just said was spot on.
Damn so many 8's recently. Good year for music it seems.
Illuminaughty confirmed.
IlluminEightY
I need someone to sample Fantano saying "raw-ass rhymes" into a hip-hop track
Also, we have a new site up: theneedledrop.com
It will be regularly updated with reviews, new music, features, and news items. Stay gold.
Hasn't that site BEEN around?
Freshsink950 he updated it
theneedledrop 429 Too Many Requests
theneedledrop Site looks real nice ant toe knee
Get Shrekt Ok.
Nice review, Czarface is new to me and I've been loving this album for the most part!
10/10 Album of the year for me! Dope beats, lyrics, delivery, features, and vibe on every damn song!
I will be honest. I used to just think of you as a hipster, but honestly I read a book by it's cover wrong. You are really passionate and intelligent in regards to music. Thanks for you work!
that ashens sample on this album was really cool to hear
Spot on Anthony. I would give this album a 9 myself but, you know that is just my opinion right?? Keep up the great work!
After being a bit disappointed in the Vince Staples record I checked out this because of you and I'm glad I did, I've been enjoying this so much!!! The production is great and the vintage beats go sooo well with the theme
Am I the only one that is singing the title of this album to the tune of the intro of Kendrick Lamar's "Wesley's Theory" (or the Boris Gardiner song it sampled)?
You have to review the new jedi mind tricks man!
danksta316 jedi mind tricks are homophobic as fuck. kinda turns me off from ever listening to them
***** That's cool, man. Maybe I could figure out a way to get around it and still enjoy their music like you seem to have done. Honestly even when I listen to albums I really really like such as Ab-Soul's Control System (where it's just a homophobic slur rather than overtly anti gay lyrics like Jedi Mind Tricks) those lines come across like a disappointing punch in the gut. I'm just like goddammit, Ab-Soul and then I always think about skipping the track even though I love the song besides that
sirmeatwad so if he reviews it, don't click on it. Have you actually heard the new album. Paz switched up his flow and stepped up the lyrics. Stoupes back!!
sirmeatwad Which tracks are homophobic? Haven't really paid attention to JMT
Here's a few, but there are more
hiphophomophobia.tumblr.com/tagged/jedi%20mind%20tricks%20
This is one of my favorite albums to play on my drum set
Nice review Anthony! Definitely agree that this album has more fire, passion and character than the first. Been bumping it regularly since my review of it.
Hey anthony,
I'm a huge fan of your reviews. You always give me food for thought in your reviews (especially in hip hop records) My request to you is to review "Statik Selektah - Lucky 7." It's release date is July 7 and you might be somewhat familiar with his production on Joey Bada$$' "B4DA$$" LP. All I can say his production style is somewhat based off Dj premier's style and his production ideas on his albums are very unique. His feature list is very open and intriguing on a certain ballad of his. When this LP drops I want your full honest opinion. I promise you won't be disappointed.
Robert C.
This album has been on repeat since it dropped! Awesome review, subscribed.
"deviating septums, ripping up weasels, walking out the winner, being the best"
Dank ass album
Michael Anirudhan inspectdah deck rapping about godzilla and cartoons? It better be dank.
I think you'll like any rap record that has a cartoon as its cover art and gritty beats
lesryglrhfohser He really disliked DOOMs recent collab with Bishop Nehru.
Ritvik Miglani true, and he didnt care for the first czarface record. but other than that i think my statement is correct.
lesryglrhfohser Well that's probably because most albums like this are really good.
He didn't like flatbush zombies 3001 a laced Odyssey
Have you heard about Sidewalk Dave's new project? It's called Odysseus Finn, and it's sort of an ambient psych rock thing he's been working on for the past 2 years. I'm pretty excited to see what's going to come of it.
Czarface is some of the dopest shyt going right now. Czarface is dominating my car radio
God, Vinyl Me Please always makes me rock hard. Signing up!
Thanks for the tip, Anthony!
Hey you gonna touch the BTBAM - Coma Ecliptic with a ten foot clown pole?
Also looking forward to a Refused review!!
Robbie R I don't think he wants another shitstorm from BTBAM fanboys like last time.
I love both Albums. this one was for sure better i wouldnt call it night and day.
FINALLY REVIEWING GOOD HIP HOP ALBUMS!!! YESSS!!
Anthony, I'd love to hear your thoughts on the resurgence of the Grime scene in the UK or a Grime album review or something.
Czarface A Fistful Of Peril available for listening on Spotify :)
What ya think of Jedi mind tricks? It's it only hip hop I listen and I'm quite surprised it's not mentioned on this channel
This Album blew me away man! I rate it a solid 9.1
I vouched for you for Watchmojo's "top ten hottest male UA-camrs" list. Sadly, they did not listen.
I'm signing up for VMP right now. I can't wait for that record. Thanks for the hookup.
Brock Berrigan's
Chapter ten album
Especially the song "four walls and an amplifier" is definitely worth a look and I'd like to know your thoughts on it.
Everyday i thank god that Inspektah Deck, for some reason decided to get together with 7L & Esoteric, and make such a great trio, that let him be free to do what he does best, spit.
Anthony, tell us what Le Song of the Summer is. Every blog is doing it.
I love the debut album yo. Hazmat Rap is dope as fuck and I love all the songs. This album is 10/10 and I give debut album 8.9/10. Esoteric and Inspectah Deck are amazing
Yes
Knock Matt Hell yeah.
Skyedogg you heard their new album? SHIT'S BANGIN SON
Czarface is dope as fuck. Probably like them better than Wu Tang actually.
Never thought I would say that 😂
Doomface and Ghost collabs have been constantly playing in my stereo!
Woah! You've got acoustic panels in the snare zone! Did you make them? I just finished making some, myself.
I completely agree on most of what you said. I really feel they just stepped everything up on this album. My only complaint would probably be the amount of skits and dialogue. It starts to get a little distracting being a part of nearly every single song
You'r my favorite review dude, keep up the good work.
You got me to listen to this album, and thank you for it.
I remember spamming Anthony to review their first album. It was my favorite album for a while.
czarface meets metal face out so agonisingly soon. review the first drop from the album melony.
Esoteric is one of my favorite mc's! I love the album
I always try to make the sound that always happens while the band name and genre is being introduced--at the exact same time it comes on. I got very close on this video.
Definitely see the comparisons to Wu Tang and DOOM but this album also reminded me a lot of Captain Murphy's Du∆lity and even a little bit of Prhyme in the lyricism
yo anthony are you ever gonna make a video about classic albums like illmatic or some of gang starr stuff
Dope album! I really dig the space/superhero/comic book theme. The beats are really gritty and catchy. Also the delivery and lines dropped are really great! I think you have to dig old school Too Short type stuff to really dig it. I think it gives off an old school vibe
The Website looks dope!
would you review Goldlink's (The God Complex)? thanks
theneedledrop The debut Wolf Alice album. Review it please!!
Thank youuuuu! Great review Anthony!
OMG OMG... cal should do that on every video! that was too good!
This is hands down the best album to come out in 2015, every track is fire. Real hiphop.
Will you review King Los' album?
More metal reviews please Godthany Damntano.
Agreed.
Serpico's Beard MUTOID MAN - BLEEDER
Serpico's Beard And the new Leprous album is still waiting to be reviewed
Serpico's Beard My fav metal album this year so far has been A Forest of Stars - Beware the Blade You Cannot See... Been trying to get Fantano to review it lol Here's their bandcamp of the album if you wanna check it out a-forest-of-stars.bandcamp.com/album/beware-the-sword-you-cannot-see
For some reason most of the youtube uploads have the tracks sped up and it sounds like crap
I feel like it's been kind of a weak year for metal so far besides this album. What's been the best one you've found?
Nathan Mariano That's the kind of stuff i want, real nasty and filthy metal that tears your face off. So much modern metal is mediocre "brootal" shit with obnoxious deathcore style screaming and grunting.
One of the best albums of the year easily, R.A goes bigggg on his feature, some sick tracks
What is the main sample on the song "Czartacus"?
If you liked that R.A the Rugged Man feature you should check him out on the new Jedi Mind Tricks album.
Could you review new Solefold - World Metal. Kosmopolis Sud album?
Czarface is the shit!!!... reminds me or what WuTang was before they got all preachy
Where can I buy a physical copy of this album ffs.
Review Everything Everything's new album 'Get To Heaven'!
***** No.
Waste of a comment there.
***** Waste of oxygen here.
*tut* trolls these days :P
ha. bye.
Inspectah deck is the best in wu tang i dont give a fuck
GZA is you fucker
Jk Deck's cool too
foxking39 GZA and Raekwon are the best.
DOOM
foxking39 Yea GZA is the best by far, then Ghostface, Raekwon and Inspectah Deck.
Ghostface Killah has the best solo discography in Wu-Tang. Let's not forget he got 2-3 classic solo albums and maybe a few gems. I'd pick GFK.
Funcrusher Plus GZA isn't what he used to be. As of right now, I'd say Inspectah Deck and Ghostface are putting out the best material.
Love the Cal drum roll! Definitely should be a stable of these videos
Twelve Reasons To Die 2 now available on Spotify.
excellent review, for one of my fave underground hip hop acts out there, an excellent lp,
Ka-Bang! Is by far the best record on the album
Brandon Standifer yep!
I fuckin love that violin type melody on it!
dropping a vid on the new album?
deck not rated in any one's top tier rappers? pleaseeeee
Nice review fandango, i'll have to check this out.
hey anthony, i always wondered, how do you go about picking the albums you want to review? is it pure opinionated or are there certain albums you look for?
Yes! I was just thinking, what if he reviewed this
im 5 years late but i gotta say this: red alert is a sample from cuttin headz - odb
probably my favorite album of 2015
If I really dug Captain Murphy is this for me?
My favourite album of this year so far
About to cop this, I loved the first one!!
What'd you say about Czarface's debut?
So... can we expect a Cal marriage proposal in light of recent news?
Do review of : Tyga - "The Gold Album"
No
Hellno
King Marc No.
Why?
King Marc Becasue *urgh*.
Haven't seen you mention SremmLife at all, but it's getting a lot of buzz going around it. Any interest in reviewing it at all?
got to get that scratch perry vinyl. Huge dub fan
I can't wait to hear the whole thing. I heard the track with DOOM and I was loving it, and it sounds like the rest of the album is fire too.
King Los! Meek Mill! Miguel! Pete Rock! Please & thank you!
I absolutly love all Czarface Albums
June has been a good month for you.
Definitely feeling this so far
3:17 toGEther