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Thanks to its strong melodies and aesthetic, Isolation is a great and promising full-length debut from the Colombian soul singer.
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Cocoa Sugar is one of Young Fathers’ milder releases.
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This latest EP from Chicago R&B singer Ravyn Lenae contains some of her boldest material yet. I’m looking forward to a full-length project!
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Lauryn Hill’s sole solo album is a masterful fusion of R&B, hip hop, and soul music.
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Rapsody releases her most solid project to date with the smart, classy, and catchy Laila’s Wisdom.
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Toronto R&B artist Daniel Caesar shows much songwriting potential on his debut album.
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Tyler, the Creator blossoms as a rapper, producer, and lyricist on Flower Boy, his most beautiful and well-crafted album to date.
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SZA delivers a strong full-length debut that explores the emotional complexities of being the other woman.
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Humanz has its share of strong performances and musical highlights, but all too often its guests are misplaced or poorly utilized and the songwriting/production just isn’t up to the Gorillaz standard.
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Shabazz Palaces have announced another cosmic concept album titled Quazarz: Born on a Gangster Star and shared the lead single ‘Shine a Light,” featuring fellow Seattle rapper Thaddillac. The full project drops July 15 via Sup Pop.
