Don’t expect anything remotely similar to our current pop scene; Cohen is more of a poet than a musician trying to push the barriers of sound. He relies on the timbre of his voice, typically paired with laid-back orchestration and harmonies.
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Former Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher released his second solo record on Sept. 20. Sports Editor and longtime Oasis fan Charley Dutil gave it a spin.
Toronto rapper Haviah Mighty took home the 2019 Polaris Prize on Monday for her album 13th Floor, released in May. On her album, Mighty encapsulates themes of love and relationships, while threading in details of American slavery.
Shad is one of the most charismatic and talented rappers working today, and The Old Prince is filled to the brim with entertaining and thought-provoking hip-hop.
If you like soft melodic tunes that are at the intersection of genre, you should check out (04:30) Idler.
As a result of fusing African house and rap coupled with Lamar’s distinctive hip hop style, this album is able to connect to an international fan base by shining light upon international artists.
Man of The Woods, released on Feb. 2, encapsulates a wide range of elements, from his signature pop style to the heavy roots of southern soul and country.
Pacific Daydream noticeably leans towards a pop-friendly audience. Cuomo and bandmates eschewed power chords in favour of slick production, softer acoustic instrumentation, and electronic samples and effects.
At the end of the day, for someone who defined so much of what it means to be a pop/hip-hop superstar, I think it’s fair to expect more.
Ultimately, Drogas Light is a mixed bag with more highlights than failures, remaining a worthwhile standalone listen for Fiasco’s veteran fans and newcomers alike.
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