The Gorillaz claim to have found their motley crew of cartoon characters sleeping in Leicester Square, but Blur's Damon Albarn (a.k.a. 2-D) and cult cartoonist Jamie Hewlett (Murdoc) aren't fooling anyone. As the ultimate experiment in manufactured image,
Lil Skies created Unbothered from a series of fiery freestyles, but each song on the album feels precise and organized. It's lyrically characterized by suffering and redemption while lingering with perseverance and rebirth.
The Marina is a showcase for Spitta's understated, but clever brand of lyricism. Mr. Fraud also delivers, crafting a soundscape as dynamic as Spitta's subtly versatile flows. The chemistry between the two would make Walter White envious.
Harlem's V Don executes his musical vision on The Opiate (2016). Includes collabs with Dave East, A$SAP ANT, A$AP Nast, Trae The Truth, Smoke DZA, Westside Gunn, and Conway. Numbered edition of 500.
