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Album Reviews

Album Review: A$AP Rocky – ‘At.Long.Last.A$AP’

HHNM Staff by HHNM Staff
May 28, 2015

Despite the high number of guest appearances, A$AP Rocky is without a doubt the star of this LSD-fueled musical experience. The most euphoric representation of A.L.L.A.’s psychedelic aesthetic is “L$D”, a mind-altering rap/mostly percussion-free sing-along which couldn’t be more descriptive with its acid inspired imagery (the video for this song is a must-watch). These tripped-out sonic elements cast a hazy shadow over the entire project, including the multitude of more hard-hitting bangers. Songs such as the ‘Lil Wayne is back!’ reaction inducing “M’s”, another quality collab with ScHoolboy Q in “Electric Body”, and trill-rooted Juicy J/UGK featured “Wavybone” are all guided by Rocky in a manner which proves his masterful ability to achieve cohesion as an atmospheric vibe commander.

It is clear that A$AP Rocky had a specific vision he wanted to execute with this album because there is no level of compromise when it comes to any ‘radio-friendly’ tracks. Even the soul sampling, Kanye West-featured “Jukebox Joints” and just as accessible Miguel/Mark Ronson driven “Everyday” are crafted in a method that reflects the sonic design of the project. However, not everything is perfect in this drug-filled utopia of A$AP Rocky. As an emcee who has never been mind-blowing from a lyrical perspective, the familiar subject matter may tire listeners who were hoping to see growth in that area. Rocky’s often encountered sexual boasting also takes an unnecessary turn on “Better Things” when he fires vicious shots at singer Rita Ora. While this may be an effective attention-garnering promo tactic, it negatively sticks out on an album that is otherwise void of shock value lyrics.

Kendrick Lamar Shakes Up The Super Bowl With Bold Drake Diss And Surprise Guests
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl 59 halftime performance was nothing short of legendary, leaving fans buzzing with surprise cameos and bold moments that took his long-running feud with Drake to new heights. Kicking off with an unreleased song snippet and followed by “Squabble Up” from his latest album GNX, Kendrick immediately set the tone for a game-changing performance. Fans eagerly waited to see if Kendrick would play his diss track Not Like Us, especially with Drake's ongoing lawsuit against him and his label for defamation and harassment. Lamar's performance included an unexpected appearance by SZA and a quirky cameo from Serena Williams, along with Samuel L. Jackson’s comedic interruptions, all building the suspense around the Drake drama. In the middle of his performance, Kendrick turned up the heat, looking straight into the camera and directly addressing Drake with his famous lyrics, “I heard you like them young," as fans held their breath. Despite the tension, Kendrick censored himself when it came time to call Drake a "certified lover boy" and avoided saying “pedophile,” which had been widely speculated. Social media lit up with mixed reactions, with some fans mocking the performance as a "mid mashup" and others noting the intense hostility toward Drake. With the hashtag #KendrickBowl trending, it’s clear that Kendrick’s performance was a cultural moment that pushed boundaries—but has he gone too far, or is this just another chapter in hip-hop history? Only time will tell, and Drake has yet to respond.
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Overall, A.L.L.A. is an album that places A$AP Rocky in the growing category of top tier rappers who have decided to take well-executed risks with their highly anticipated bodies of work. The confidence of Rocky radiates over a fascinating palette of production filled with layered backing vocals, off-kilter melodies, filtered effects, and rap-rock fusion (thanks to Danger Mouse). A$AP Yams, the man who reminded us of his ability to talk smack with the best of them on album closer “Back Home” (featuring a rare verse from Mos Def), also deserves much credit as an architect of A.L.L.A. and ensuring Rocky’s art moved forward in the right direction. This album may not be what some fans expected from the Harlem native, but the musically unrestricted A.L.L.A. is a thought provoking sonic experience that contains some of A$AP Rocky’s boldest work to date.

Repeatable: “L$D”, “Canal St.”, “Wavybone”

Skippable: “Better Things”, “Dreams (Interlude)”

Purchase: iTunes | Amazon

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