album reviews
Reviews of albums old and new from iconic artists and up and coming musicians alike.
New Music Alert: Louwey Slugga Drops Keep it Pimpin’
If you’re looking for something fresh, authentic, and sonically bold, Keep it Pimpin’, the latest album from Louwey Slugga, is a must-listen. Officially released on May 5, 2025, the 13-track project runs for just over 42 minutes—and in that time, Slugga delivers a full musical experience that blends gritty street stories, introspective lyrics, and high-energy production.
By mysoundMusic11 months ago in Beat
Album Review: Bryce Vine Delivers Summer Vibes on "Motel California"
Bryce Vine has always existed somewhere between genres, and now, between labels too. On Motel California, out via his own imprint, the 6x platinum-selling artist ditches the major-label polish for something looser, freer, and far more personal. It’s a bold, breezy 11-track ride down the Pacific Coast Highway of Vine’s mind—equal parts party playlist and internal monologue.
By Khushboo Malhotra11 months ago in Beat
Metrobolist
Introduction I just came across this recently and wondered what it was. Turns out it is the original title of David Bowie's "Man Who Sold The World" which is a great album, but I am not sure of the real reason for this reissue apart from making money.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 11 months ago in Beat
Ruthless to Aftermath: The Untouchable Legacy of Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Eminem, and Snoop Dogg
Before billion-dollar beats, platinum plaques, and Super Bowl halftime shows, there was Compton. And in Compton, there was a kid with a curl, a dream, and a name that would echo forever: Eazy-E.
By Rukka Nova11 months ago in Beat
Sleep Token - Even In Arcadia Review
There is no one, and I mean no one, doing it in music quite like Sleep Token. They are nigh-on single-handedly redefining what a metal band can be. Even labelling them solely "a metal band" feels reductive, a disservice to the tapestry of sound they've created in just under a decade.
By Peter Ellis11 months ago in Beat
We Lived in Loops: How House Music and Lo-Fi Help the Brain Think Better
In a world overloaded with content, chaos, and fractured attention, the simple act of thinking clearly has become a quiet luxury. But recent explorations in cognitive science and sound design suggest that certain forms of music—particularly Lo-Fi and House—might be doing more than just entertaining us. They might be reprogramming the way we organize thoughts.
By Hits and Run11 months ago in Beat
