6/10
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Benny is no doubt a capable rapper and lyricist, but he tends to be overshadowed by the guests on this new EP.
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There are quite a few good ideas on Angel’s Pulse; unfortunately they aren’t fleshed out enough, nor do they reinforce one another.
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Clarity is a likable pop album that is carried by Kim Petras’ singing chops, though I’m hoping to hear her develop a bolder and more distinct sound going forward.
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Despite having similar shortcomings, Revenge of the Dreamers III is arguably the most promising posse album to have dropped in the past year or so.
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On 7, Lil Nas X shows some admirable versatility while leaving plenty of room for growth.
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Waste of Space Orchestra delivers an immaculately produced fusion of doom metal, psych and space rock, but the performances and compositions can be lackluster.
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Now that it’s officially out, Anthony revisits Jai Paul’s coveted demo project that originally leaked in 2013.
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Vampire Weekend embraces quantity over quality on Father of the Bride.
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Anger Management finds Rico Nasty continuing to be one of the boldest voices in the current rap landscape, but the project’s brevity is unfortunately to its detriment.
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Kevin Abstract’s ARIZONA BABY, while sometimes messy, is an admirably intimate and candid solo project from the Brockhampton star.
