Innovative production, witty wordplay, and an unmistakable energy define LMNO's 'Push That Work'. The album boasts an impressive array of guests and an unwavering confidence in the MC's delivery. / While the subject matter sometimes veers towards darkness, the album's focus remains steadfastly on its message. With an ear for storytelling, LMNO navigates these heavy themes with a delicate yet powerful touch. / ARTIST: LMNO / LABEL: ( empty )

A true underground classic, Selective Hearing Part 2 showcases the chemistry between / LMNO and producer Kev Brown. Standout tracks like "The Ultimate" and "We Stay Rockin'" / feature impressive wordplay and jazzy production. The album's laid-back feel is infectious, / making it a must-listen for fans of underground hip-hop. / REVIEW: A masterclass in production and lyricism, Selective Hearing Part 2 is a must-have for / any serious hip-hop fan. With guest features from Declaime, Mr. Brady, and more, this album is / an exercise in underground excellence. / REVIEW: With its blend of jazz samples and intricate lyricism, Selective Hearing Part 2 is a work / of art that showcases the best of the underground hip-hop scene. / REVIEW: Selective Hearing Part 2 is a testament to the enduring power of the underground hip-hop / community, where creativity and authenticity still reign supreme. / LMNO & Kev Brown: / 01 The Ultimate.mp3 / 02 James Brown.mp3 / 03 Kragenoff feat. Kaimbr.mp3 / 04 Ya Know.mp3 / 05 We Stay Rockin feat. Declaime & Mr. Brady.mp3 / 06 Do It Again feat. Trek Life.mp3 / 07 Good Gawd feat. Hassaan Mackey.mp3 / 08 Gotta Get It feat. Kenn Starr.mp3 / 09 Guaranteed feat. Chali 2na.mp3 / 10 Feel Good.mp3 / 11 James Brown Pt. 2.mp3

Play is a spectacularly explosive, historically monumental, and masterfully synchronized contemporary electro-funk and nu-jazz studio masterpiece engineered by the legendary French instrumental vanguard collective Electro Deluxe, released in 2010 by their independent artist-led preservation imprint Collectif Soul Gang. Spanning over 67 minutes of deeply infectious, heavily syncopated organic-digital interactions across 14 definitive tracking alignments, this high-fidelity document serves as an absolute peak monument in early-2010s urban groove archaeology. Marking a grand, forward-thinking evolution in their sonic blueprint, the core rhythm engine of Electro Deluxe masterfully bridges explosive, old-school live horn-driven funk and classic jazz instrumentation with slick electronic sampling, boom-bap hip-hop breakbeats, and sophisticated acid-jazz matrices.

Everything Is Everything: The Music Of Donny Hathaway is a spectacularly explosive, historically monumental, and masterfully synchronized contemporary soul-jazz studio masterpiece led by the legendary American tenor saxophone vanguard icon Kirk Whalum, released in 2010 by the premier independent jazz preservation imprint Mack Avenue Records under the Rendezvous Music label banner. Spanning nearly 60 minutes of breathtakingly passionate, gospel-drenched instrumental and vocal interactions across 11 definitive selections, this high-fidelity document serves as an absolute peak monument in early-2010s urban jazz archaeology. Conceived by master producer Matt Pierson entirely as a deeply moving, expansive concept tribute to the brilliant compositional and vocal legacy of R&B icon Donny Hathaway, Whalum utilizes this stellar acoustic-electric laboratory to execute a fierce, forward-thinking sonic blueprint that seamlessly marries the crying, preaching textures of his Texas-tenor horn architecture with sophisticated neo-soul rhythmic matrices.

Incarcerated is a well-rounded mixtape showcasing Lil Boosie's storytelling and versatility as a rapper. He showcases his skills on various tracks with features from other notable artists at that time. Incarcerated serves as a solid representation of the mixtape's impact during its release. / He also shows maturity of his lyrics that resonate heavily with his fanbase.

This album features a strong lineup of guest artists, adding to DJ Kay Slay's established reputation as a master of gathering talented rappers. / The beats are dark and ominous, setting the tone for the lyrical flow. / The production quality varies but generally stays on par with the genre's standards. / The track selection showcases a range of MCs but might benefit from a more distinctive narrative thread.

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony returns with their ninth studio album / The group showcases their signature rapid-fire flow / The album features guest appearances from various artists / The lyrics focus on themes of life and social issues

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony delivers a solid album / with their unique blend of hip hop and rap styles / the group showcases their lyrical prowess / their soulful harmonies shine through on several tracks

The Book Of Thugs is a unique album / with a diverse set of collaborations / featuring well-known artists like Kanye West / and Ginuwine which adds to its appeal

Kopros Lithos is a spectacularly fierce, historically monumental, and masterfully synchronized free improvisation masterpiece by the high-caliber international triumvirate of American trumpet virtuoso Peter Evans, legendary Catalan avant-garde pianist Agustí Fernández, and Swedish multi-reed powerhouse Mats Gustafsson, released in 2010 by the premier Polish independent experimental imprint Multikulti Project. Spanning nearly 58 minutes of uncompromising, hyper-kinetic instrumental dialogue across 4 epic movements, this high-fidelity document serves as an absolute peak monument in 2010s contemporary free music archaeology. Capturing a breathless meeting of three absolute masters of extended technique, the trio completely bypasses conventional melodic structures, choosing instead to execute a fierce sonic blueprint defined by microscopic microtonal clusters, volcanic prepared-piano scrapings, and blistering, high-velocity brass and reed explosions.

Digitally remastered edition of this 1994 album by the veteran Rock guitarist who has played alongside the biggest names in Rock. Highway To The Sun is packed with sultry Blues performances, as well as poignant numbers. Snowy tells his story and talks about the dozen tracks on this excellent album in a new interview with Chris Welch for the extensive CD liner notes. Snowy's old pal Dave Gilmour makes a guest appearance.

Jonas Kaufmann returns to the Italian verismo tradition to sing arias that define opera's most passionate and vulnerable leading men. Kaufmann's international reputation is soaring as, going from strength to strength, he delivers consistently thrilling performances. The onyx-dark beauty of his tone and the refinement and unexpected insights of his delivery mark Jonas Kaufmann a poet of tenors. Timed to coincide with his role debut as Maurizio in Adriana Lecouvreur at Covent Garden opposite Angela Gheorghiu, this disc includes excerpts from the Cilea work that helped put Caruso on the map. This album also entices with rarities from Zandonai's dramatic Giulietta e Romeo and Puccini's Le Villi. Supporting Jonas Kaufmann is Italy's leading symphonic orchestra, the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, under its dynamic music director Antonio Pappano. Both maestro and orchestra are utterly at home in this repertoire.

Gorilla Zoe brings the heat with this album / Filled with club bangers and street anthems / His unique flow and style shine through / A solid addition to any hip hop collection

Gorilla Zoe's style is unique and captivating / His lyrics are a mix of street life and personal struggles / The production quality is high and the beats are infectious / This album is a must-listen for fans of Southern Rap

Gorilla Zoe brings his unique style to the table / With lyrics that are both catchy and aggressive / The production quality is high and the beats are infectious / Overall a solid addition to any hip hop collection