Eminem – Revival: An Awkward, Yet Decent Effort

Revival

Revival is a very intriguing record. However, there’s no doubt that the myriad of mixed reactions that Eminem’s latest album has received signals that there are problems with it, and the consensus would be correct in assuming that. However, Revival’s case is unique in that it suffers from what I call the ‘Midnight syndrome,’ where … Read more

Opinion: Why Drake Is A Giver And A Taker

Multi-platinum selling artist Drake is undoubtedly a shrewd businessman. He has mastered the art of finding young artists and helping them explode, in turn creating a long-lasting relationship with tomorrow’s biggest stars. But is there a negative aspect to this? Let’s look into this a little further. Some of the world’s biggest rappers owe their careers to … Read more

The Shortlist – September 9, 2016

As Fall approached and the days continue to get shorter in the Northern Hemisphere the musical landscape is beginning to follow suit with calmer, more introspective themes and even drifting into downright darkness at times.  This week’s playlist is stocked with a few cuts and previews from Fall releases and a decent helping of chill hip-hop. … Read more

Watsky Drops Surprise Video Single “Stick To Your Guns”

Some only remember George Watsky as the pale kid who raps fast.  But to others, Watsky is much more than that.  The poet, rapper, producer, social leader and now published author built his career on telling it like it is.  He finds emotional common ground and plants himself there to bring things together rather than tearing … Read more

Album Review: Drake, VIEWS

International rap superstar Drake released his much anticipated fourth studio album on April 29th. Prior to it’s release very little was known about the album, aside from the two leaked tracks, and were all but ready for some new Drizzy. This is evident, as the album sold 630,000 copies on the very first day of … Read more

“Me AF” – My Interview with Kevin Flum

It’s refreshing when you meet a young person with the gonads to put everything on the line in order to reach his goals. A goal that many people believe is unattainable. As these same people watch those impossible goals being achieved, they become something else. An entirely different species. They become… ‘Haters. 2 weeks ago, … Read more

Beast Behind the Beats Week VI – Supreme Trackz

Updated correction: Website is www.supremetrackz.com not supremetracks.com Wow. That’s what I thought when this interview ended. Ahead of me was the arduous task of transcribing a whopping fifty minute phone interview into a condensed article. However, I didn’t mind. I wanted to listen to this interview again…and again…and again! You guys thought Ambush Vin made SciFiMusic? … Read more