9/25/13

Hip-Hop|Club Banger Reviews (35) [End of September Edition]

September is almost over and fall is hitting us hard. The leaves are turning colors and the rain continues to pour. Here are a few tracks to keep you warm and cozy. Keep on dancin'.

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Here are the reviews:

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Drake - Nothing Was the Same* (Album Review)
Release Date: Sept. 2013


8/10

I have to say I'm pretty impressed with Drake's new album. Most people have already heard Started from the Bottom, Hold on, We're Going Home and All Me. All three are very strong singles. Furthest Things, Wu-Tang Forever and From Time are my other favorites from this album. There a few tracks that I don't really like too much, but overall it is very enjoyable. Drake is still going strong and his album will sell well.

Recommended for most playlists.  

Jason Derulo feat. 2 Chainz - Talk Dirty*
Release Date: Aug. 2013


8/10


This is a spicy number from Jason Derulo. The jazzy beat and hard hitting bass will get everyone on the dance floor. 2 Chainz actually fits the track. This will have people talkin' dirty.

 Recommended for most playlists.

Britney Spears - Work B*tch* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013

 
7/10


This song from Britney has potential. I think it would be great as a mash-up with another song. She keeps churning out songs and I give her props for stayin' strong.

Recommended for most playlists.  

Katy Perry feat. Juicy J - Dark Horse 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


8/10


The beat is cray on this one. The beat and lyrics fit so well together. I give major props to Katy Perry for this one. We'll see how her album holds up. Juicy J does his thing like usual. Mash-up time.

Recommended for most playlists.

336 Boyz - My Team* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


7/10


I really like this track from 336 Boyz. Especially if your partyin' with your whole crew. It makes this track even better. It has a really good vibe to it.

Recommended for most playlists.

Driicky Graham - Kool Down* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


7/10


This is a track you play when you need to cool down. Actually not really. It's a track where you will need to turn the heat up. Driicky does it again with another club banger.

Recommended for most playlists.

Big Hud & Beeda Weeda feat. Too Short - Hella Turnt* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


7/10


When Too Short is on a track you know it's gonna be dirty. You also know that it will probably be on a club banger. And it's a pretty good club banger at that. Too Short does his thing for sure.

Recommended for most playlists.

Maejor Ali feat. Juicy J & Justin Bieber - Lolly* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


7/10


Hmmmm. If the hook wasn't so annoying after awhile I would have given it higher. Justin Bieber tryin' to crack onto the hip-hop scene is odd, but it isn't a bad transition as I thought it would be. Still a club banger and Juicy J does his thing again.

Recommended for most playlists.

Kid Ink feat. Chris Brown - Show Me* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


8/10


This is a hot slow banger. I've always liked Kid Ink and he doesn't disappoint here. Teaming up with Chris Brown makes this track even hotter.

Recommended for most playlists.

Crime Mob - Call It Like You Wanna* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


6/10


I haven't heard from Crime Mob in a minute. This track has the same kind of vibe as Knuck If You Buck. I think it would be good as a mash-up or if you want to start a riot.

Recommended for some playlists.

Rayven Justice feat. Keak Da Sneak & Philthy Rich - Slide Thru* 
Release Date: July 2013


6/10


This track has a pre-funk vibe to it. I enjoy it, but I think it would be better as a mash-up. It definitely has a bay area feel to it.

Recommended for some playlists.

* = Explicit 

9/11/13

Hip-Hop|Club Banger Reviews (34) [September Edition]

September is hitting fast and most people are already back in school. Summer is officially over, but football season has started. My favorite time of the month. I'll try and keep the ball rolling by updating you all weekly with the latest club bangers. The updates are shorter, but it is much more manageable on my part.

Enjoy...

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Here are the reviews:

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Pusha T feat. Chris Brown - Sweet Serenade*
Release Date: Sept. 2013


7/10


I enjoyed this track quite a bit. The beat is pretty chill and Chris Brown does the hook like usual. Slow banger category. Pusha T's album is about to release soon so I hope it is as strong as this one.

Recommended for most playlists.  

Jennifer Lopez feat. Pitbull - Live It Up
Release Date: May 2013


6/10


A bit disappointing track from Jennifer Lopez. It isn't as strong as her previous dance hits, but I guess it could be still used a mash-up. Pitbull doesn't add anything to this either. Mediocre at best.

 Recommended for casual playlists.

Ty Dolla $ign feat. B.o.B - Paranoid* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013

 
7/10


Ty Dolla $ign has made a few club bangers I really like already. This slow banger doesn't disappoint. I would definitely add this track my list.

Recommended for most playlists.  

Netta Brielle feat. B.o.B - It's the Weekend* 
Release Date: Sept. 2013


7/10


This is a fun little club banger. It makes you look forward for the weekend. A great pre-funk track. B.o.B doesn't really add anything though.

Recommended for most playlists.

* = Explicit 

9/4/13

Hip-Hop|Club Banger Reviews (33) [Fall Edition]

Fall is fast approaching. The leaves are turning colors and it is getting a bit colder. But that doesn't mean we can't heat things up. There are a few club bangers left for the summer and I hope these reviews help you with your selection.

I will add a SoundCloud link to every track I review starting today. That way you can listen to the full song without leaving the page. If you want to buy and download the track I've included the iTunes link for each track as well.

Max rating = 10

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Here are the reviews:


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DJ Tight feat. Cupid - Dade County Dip
Release Date: Aug. 2013


6/10


Is the world ready for another cupid shuffle type of dance? I'm not sure. And I'm not sure this one will make that much noise. But it does have a catchy upbeat tempo. Add it on your list for fun.

Recommended for casual playlists.  

Juicy J feat. Justin Timberlake - The Woods* 
Release Date: Aug. 2013


7/10


This slow banger has a very smooth vibe to it. Justin Timberlake definitely adds to this track. Juicy J does his thing like usual. Great for lounge/bar or as a mash-up.

Recommended for most playlists.

Mayer Hawthorne feat. Kendrick Lamar - Crime* 
Release Date: July 2013

 
7/10


Another smooth slow banger. This one has more like a pre-funk vibe or when the club is winding down. Mayer Hawthorne has great vocals and Kendrick Lamar has his flows.

Recommended for most playlists.  

Wale feat. Juicy J & Nicki Minaj - Clappers* 
Release Date: June 2013


8/10


Wale delivers a banger. Juicy J & Nicki Minaj turns it up another level. Definitely have this on your list. Clappers to the front.

Recommended for most playlists.

M.I.A. - Come Walk With Me
Release Date: Sept. 2013


7/10


M.I.A. has a very unique feel as usual. This one is a fun number and I would recommend a mash-up for this one.

Recommended for specific playlists.

* = Explicit