Album Releases by Genre
501.
Rugby Thompson
by Smoke DZA
June 19, 2012
The New York rapper's latest release was produced by Harry Fraud.
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502.
Pick A Bigger Weapon
by The Coup
April 25, 2006
Audioslave's Tom Morello is among the musicians providing the framework for the politically-charged rap duo's first release in five years.
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503.
Take Care
by Drake
November 15, 2011
The second studio album for the hip-hop artist features guest appearances from Andre 3000, Birdman, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Nicki Manah, Rick Ross, Rihanna, and The Weeknd.
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504.
Alone Together
by Karriem Riggins
October 22, 2012
Jazz, hip hop, electronic, rock, and funk are just some of the music styles influences on the debut solo 34-track release from the jazz drummer and hip hop producer.
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505.
MartyrLoserKing
by Saul Williams
January 29, 2016
The fifth full-length release for the New York rapper is a concept album about a computer hacker in Burundi features guest appearances from Emily Kokal and Haleek Maul.
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506.
Without Warning
by 21 Savage
October 31, 2017
The collaboration between 21 Savage, Offset and Metro Boomin features guest appearances from Quavo and Travis Scott.
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507.
Oxymoron
by ScHoolboy Q
February 25, 2014
The major label debut release for the Los Angles rapper features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, BJ the Chicago Kid, Kurupt, Jay Rock, Raekwon, Suga Free, and Tyler The Creator.
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508.
Understand What Black Is
by The Last Poets
May 18, 2018
The first release in over 20 years for the Harlem trio of Abiodun Oyewole, Umar Bin Hassan, and Baba Donn Babatunde was produced by Ben Lamdin and Prince Fatty.
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509.
Twelve Reasons to Die
by Ghostface Killah
April 16, 2013
Produced by Adrian Younge, the concept album from the Wu-Tang rapper Ghostface Killah is about a drug lord in 1960s Italy.
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510.
Shadow of a Doubt
by Freddie Gibbs
November 20, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Black Thought, E-40, Tory Lanez, Gucci Mane, Manman Savage, and Dana Williams.
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511.
A Tiger Dancing
by Heiruspecs
September 28, 2004
This Minnesota hip-hop outfit finds MCs Felix and Muad'Dib backed by a live three-piece band instead of the industry-standard assortment of DJs and producers.
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512.
Tyron
by slowthai
February 12, 2021
The second full-length release for the British rapper features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, James Blake, Deb Never, Denzel Curry, Dominic Fike, Mount Kimbie, and Skepta.
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513.
Some Cold Rock Stuf
by J-Rocc
April 5, 2011
The first solo album for the DJ who gained fame for his work with Madlib and J Dilla includes an additional mystery disc of music.
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514.
No Poison No Paradise
by Black Milk
October 15, 2013
The latest release for the Dallas-based rapper/producer features guest appearances from Ab, Black Thought, Dwele, Robert Glasper, Mel, Quelle Chris, and Tone Trezure.
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515.
NoYork!
by Blu
March 26, 2013
Originally set to be released in 2011 with Warner Bros., the sixth solo studio release for the Los Angeles rapper featuring production from Daedalus, Dibia$e, Exile, Flying Lotus, Madlib, and Samiyam is finally released as York.
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516.
So It Goes
by Ratking
April 8, 2014
The debut full-length release for the New York hip-hop group that includes Wiki, Hak, and producer Sporting Life, features guest appearances from King Krule, Solomon Faye, and Wavy Spice.
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517.
The Bake Sale [EP]
by The Cool Kids
June 3, 2008
The second EP for the Chicago-based rap duo was produced by Evan Ingersoll.
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518.
Sremm 4 Life
by Rae Sremmurd
April 7, 2023
The fourth full-length studio release from Mississippi rap duo Rae Sremmurd features guest appearances from Future and Young Thug.
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519.
Swimming
by Mac Miller
August 3, 2018
The fifth full-length release for the Pittsburgh rapper features guest appearances from Dām-Funk, Dicaprio, Dev Hynes, Snoop Dogg, Syd, and Thundercat.
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520.
Kamaal The Abstract
by Q-Tip
September 15, 2009
Seven years later, Q-Tip finally sees his second album officially released. Arista Records shelved the album in 2002, which features a more jazzy feel than his debut, "Amplified."
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521.
Maths + English
by Dizzee Rascal
June 5, 2007
Lily Allen and the Arctic Monkeys guest on the UK artist's third album.
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522.
The Circus [EP]
by Mick Jenkins
January 10, 2020
The seven-track EP from the Chicago-based rapper features a guest appearance from EarthGang.
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523.
Raskit
by Dizzee Rascal
July 21, 2017
The sixth full-length studio release for the grime artist features production from The Arcade, Cardo, Darkness, Deputy, Donae'O, Dan Farber, Heavy Trackerz, Valentino Khan, and Salva.
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524.
The Block Brochure: Welcome to the Soil, Pt. 1
by E-40
March 26, 2012
Released on the same day (and also as a three-disc set), The Block Brochure: Welcome to the Soil 1, 2, or 3 are E-40's 15th, 16th, and 17th albums. The first volume features guest appeances from such artists as 2 Chainz, B-Legit, Juicy J, Richie Rich, Raheem DeVaughn, and E-40's son, Droop-E.
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525.
Live from the Underground
by Big K.R.I.T.
June 5, 2012
The Mississippi-born rapper's debut studio album was delayed from its original release in the fall of 2011 due to legal issues. The 16 track release features guest appearances by such artists as Bun B, B.B. King, Devin the Dude, Melanie Fiona, and Ludacris.
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526.
Not All Heroes Wear Capes
by Metro Boomin
December 7, 2018
The debut full-length studio release for the producer/rapper features guest appearances from 21 Savage, J Balvin, Drake, Gucci Mane, Gunna, Kodak Black, Offset, Travis Scott, Swae Lee, WizKid, and Young Thug.
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527.
P.T.S.D.: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
by Pharoahe Monch
April 15, 2014
The fourth solo release for the New York rapper is a concept album influenced by his own experience with depression and features guest appearances from Black Thought, dEnAuN, Talib Kweli, and The Stepkids.
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528.
Parts of Speech
by Dessa
June 25, 2013
The third full-length solo release for the former Doomtree member includes production from Lazerbeak and Paper Tiger.
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529.
Family and Friends
by Serengeti
July 19, 2011
Chicago-based David Cohn's latest album as Serengeti was produced by Why's Yoni Wolf and Owen Ashworth.
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530.
Nobody's Smiling
by Common
July 22, 2014
The 10th full-length studio release for the Chicago rapper was produced by No I.D. and features guest appearances Jhené Aiko, Snoh Aalegra, Big Sean, Elijah Blake, Cocaine 80's, Dreezy, Lil Herb, and Malik Yusef.
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531.
Relax
by Das Racist
September 13, 2011
The pop-rap experimentalists release its debut full-length album.
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532.
I'm New Here
by Gil Scott-Heron
February 9, 2010
Poet, musician, and singer/songwriter Gil Scott-Heron is one of the most influential progenitors of hip-hop music. Such artists as Kanye West, Mos Def, Black Star, and Air have sampled his work. Now, the poet returns with his first album in 15 years released on XL Recordings.
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533.
Evil Genius
by Gucci Mane
December 7, 2018
The 13th full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from 21 Savage, Kevin Gates, Kodak Black, Lil Pump, Lil Skies, Lil Yachty, Bruno Mars, Migos, Quavo, and YoungBoy Never Broke Again.
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534.
Kinshasa Succursale
by Baloji
December 13, 2011
The Congo-born Belgian-raised rapper returned to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to work with some local musicians on his latest album.
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535.
SremmLife
by Rae Sremmurd
January 6, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Mississippi hip hop duo of Slim Jimmy and Swae Lee features guest appearances from Big Sean, Jace of Two-9, Nicki Minaj, and Young Thug.
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536.
$oul $old $eparately
by Freddie Gibbs
September 30, 2022
The latest full-length release for rapper Freddie Gibbs features guest appearances from Anderson .Paak, DJ Paul, Moneybagg Yo, Musiq Soulchild, Offset, Kelly Price, Pusha T, Raekwon, Rick Ross, and Scarface.
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537.
No Pressure
by Logic
July 24, 2020
The sixth full-length studio release for the rapper is said to be his last and was produced by No I.D.
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538.
Peanut Butter Blues and Melancholy Jam
by Ghostpoet
February 7, 2011
This is the debut full-length album for British rapper/producer Obaro Ejimiwe.
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539.
Texture Like Sun
by Mo Kolours
October 30, 2015
The second full-length release for Joseph Deenmamode was influenced by the traditional sega music of Mauritius as well as hip-hop, soul and dub music.
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540.
Riot Boi
by Le1f
November 13, 2015
The debut full-length studio release for the New York rapper features guest appearances from DonChristian, Devonté Hynes, House of LaDosha, Junglepussy, and Miss Geri.
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541.
If You're Reading This It's Too Late [Mixtape]
by Drake
February 13, 2015
The surprise 17-track mixtape from the Canadian artist features guest appearances from Lil Wayne, PARTYNEXTDOOR, and Travi$ Scott was produced by Noah “40” Shebib and Matthew Jehu Samuels.
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542.
Fear Of A Black Tangent
by Busdriver
February 22, 2005
'Fear' is the second solo disc for the unique Los Angeles-based MC (born Regan Farquhar), who is backed here by beats from Daedelus, Danger Mouse, and others.
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543.
Come to Life
by Cities Aviv
January 28, 2014
This is the third full-length release for the Memphis rapper Gavin Mays as Cities Aviv.
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544.
Special
by Lizzo
July 15, 2022
The fourth full-length studio release for Lizzo features contributions from Benny Blanco, Max Martin, Pop Wansel, Ricky Reed, and Mark Ronson.
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545.
HNDRXX
by Future
February 24, 2017
The second full-length release from the rapper in two weeks features guest appearances from Rihanna and The Weeknd.
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546.
Habits & Contradictions
by ScHoolboy Q
January 14, 2012
A$AP Rocky, Dom Kennedy, Curren$y, and Kendrick Lamar are some of the guests on the Los Angeles rapper's second album on Top Dawg Entertainment.
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547.
Magic
by Nas
December 24, 2021
The latest full-length studio release for rapper Nas was produced by Hit-Boy and features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier.
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548.
Beautiful & Brutal Yard
by J Hus
July 14, 2023
The latest full-length release from British rapper J Hus features guest appearances by Burna Boy, CB, Drake, Naira Marley, Popcaan, Jorja Smith, and Villz.
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549.
Punk
by Young Thug
October 15, 2021
The second full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Jeff Bhasker, Bslime, J. Cole, Doja Cat, Drake, Future, Gunna, Juice WRLD, & Gunna, Lil Double 0, Mac Miller, Post Malone, Nate Ruess, Travis Scott, Strick, and T-Shyne.
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550.
The Marshall Mathers LP
by Eminem
May 23, 2000
The second full-length from Eminem (aka Marshall Mathers) garnered two Grammys for the rapper and became the fastest-selling rap album in history.
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551.
The Stimulus Package
by Freeway & Jake One
February 16, 2010
On his first album with the Rhymesayers label, rapper Freeway teams up with producer Jake One.
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552.
C.A.R.
by Serengeti
June 26, 2012
The latest release from Chicago rapper David Cohen as Serengeti (he also releases albums under the name Kenny Dennis) was recorded with Odd Nosdam and DJ/producer Jel.
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553.
A Healthy Distrust
by Sage Francis
February 8, 2005
The indie MC moves from Anticon to Epitaph for his sophomore release. Will Oldham, Danger Mouse, Alias and Saul Williams guest.
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554.
Cozy Tapes, Vol. 1: Friends
by A$AP Mob
October 31, 2016
The debut full-length studio release for the rap group features guest appearances from such artists as BJ The Chicago Kid, Onyx, Skepta, Tyler, the Creator and Wiz Khalifa.
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555.
So Stylistic
by Fannypack
July 8, 2003
This debut LP for the Brooklyn retro rap outfit (consisting of three female vocalists--including two high school students--backed by a pair of DJs) includes their surprise hit single, "Cameltoe."
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556.
A Long Hot Summer
by Masta Ace
August 3, 2004
9th Wonder is among the producers on the veteran Brooklyn MC's fifth full-length (rumored to be his last), a prequel to previous disc ?Disposable Arts.' Guests include Rahzel, Jean Grae and The Beatnuts.
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557.
Radio Silence
by Talib Kweli
November 17, 2017
The eighth solo full-length release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances from Anderson .Paak, Bilal, Yummy Bingham, BJ The Chicago Kid, Amber Coffman, Datcha, Robert Glasper, Jay Electronica, Myka 9, Rick Ross, and Waka Flocka Flame.
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558.
4eva N A Day
by Big K.R.I.T.
March 5, 2012
This is the third and final mixtape from the Mississippi rapper leading up to his Def Jam debut album Live From the Underground, which is scheduled to be released in June.
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559.
Tana Talk 4
by Benny the Butcher
March 11, 2022
The latest full-length release for Buffalo rapper Benny The Butcher features guest appearances from 38 Spesh, Boldy James, J. Cole, Conway The Machine, DiDDy, Stove God Cooks, and Westside Gunn.
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560.
Pilot Talk III
by Curren$y
April 4, 2015
Released online for free, the third release of the Louisiana rapper's Pilot Talk series of albums features guest appearances from Jadakiss, Riff Raff, Styles P, J. Townsend, and Wiz Khalifa.
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561.
More Fish
by Ghostface Killah
December 12, 2006
This quick follow-up to 'Fishscale' includes production work from Pete Rock, Madlib and Hi-Tek.
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562.
The Melodic Blue
by Baby Keem
September 10, 2021
The debut full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott and Don Toliver
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563.
Quazarz vs. The Jealous Machines
by Shabazz Palaces
July 14, 2017
One of two concept albums released on the same day for the hip-hop duo of Ishmael Butler and Tendai "Baba" Maraire about a being from another world named Quazars was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Sunny Levine (grandson of Quincy Jones).
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564.
Dying In Stereo
by Northern State
June 3, 2003
This mini-album marks the debut for the New York-based all-female hip-hop trio (think "Beastie Girls" and you won't be too far off).
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565.
Selling Live Water
by Sole
January 21, 2003
This is the latest challenging release for Sole, one of the founders of the anticon collective of underground hip-hop artists.
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566.
Broke With Expensive Taste
by Azealia Banks
November 6, 2014
Originally set to be released in 2012, the debut full-length studio album from the New York rapper surfaces as a digital release.
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567.
First of a Living Breed
by Homeboy Sandman
September 18, 2012
The third full-length release for the new York rapper was producer by Jonwayne and is his first on the Stones Throw label.
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568.
King
by T.I.
March 28, 2006
Atlanta rapper Tip Harris (who also stars in the current theatrical release "ATL") returns with a fourth album, which finds him joined by Young Jeezy, Jamie Foxx, Pharrell, and Common.
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569.
"Awaken, My Love!"
by Childish Gambino
December 2, 2016
The third full-length release for the hip hop artist/actor Donald Glover features influences of funk and soul music.
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570.
By Any Means [Mixtape]
by Kevin Gates
March 18, 2014
The latest mixtape from the Louisiana rapper features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Doe B, Plies, and Rico Love.
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571.
Creatures of the Late Afternoon
by Kid Koala
April 14, 2023
The latest full-length release from Canadian turntablist Kid Koala is a soundtrack to the board game included with the vinyl release and features guest appearances from Coelacanth, Crayfish, Hammerhead, Lealani, and Manta Ray.
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572.
Georgiavania
by Willie Isz
June 30, 2009
Jneiro Jarel and Khujo Goodie team up to release their first album as Willie Isz.
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573.
Good for You
by Aminé
July 28, 2017
The debut full-length studio release for the Portland, Oregon rapper features guest appearances from Kehlani, Nelly, Offset, Ty Dolla $ign, and Charlie Wilson.
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574.
The Cool
by Lupe Fiasco
December 18, 2007
The sophomore album for the rapper from Chicago features artist such as Snoop Dogg, Pooh Bear and Unkle.
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575.
Still Summer in the Projects
by 03 Greedo
April 19, 2019
The second full-length studio release for the Los Angeles rapper was produced by DJ Mustard and features guest appearances from Shoreline Mafia, Trilliano and YG.
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576.
Attention Deficit
by Wale
November 10, 2009
The debut album for the Washington, D.C. rapper features Lady Gaga, Pharrell, Bun B., Chrisette Michele, K'naan, Marsha Ambrosius, J.Cole, Melanie Fiona, Gucci Mane, Jazmine Sullivan, and Weensey as guest artists.
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577.
Quality Control
by Jurassic 5
June 6, 2000
Although Los Angeles-based rappers Jurassic 5 formed in 1995, 2000's "Quality Control" is their first full-length release.
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578.
W.A.R. (We Are Renegades)
by Pharoahe Monch
March 22, 2011
The New York-based rapper known for his complex rhyming ability and lyrical social commentary releases his third studio album on Duck Down Records.
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579.
Eden
by CupcakKe
November 9, 2018
The second full-length release for the Chicago rapper features production from Bizness Boi, Mike Kalombo, Turreekk, and Ye Ali.
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580.
Born Like This
by DOOM
March 24, 2009
The latest album for Daniel Dumile, who dropped MF from his name and now goes by Doom.
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581.
The Show
by eMC
March 25, 2008
The first full-length album includes appearances by Sean Price, Little Brother, Ladybug Mecca (of Digable Planets), and Money Harm (of Product G & B).
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582.
The Man with the Iron Fists [OST]
by RZA
October 23, 2012
The Wu Tang's RZA releases a soundtrack to his martial arts film of the same name featuring tracks by such artists as The Black Keys, Ghostface Killah, Freddie Gibbs, Method Man, Pharoahe Monch, Kanye West, and Wiz Khalifa.
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583.
1992 Deluxe
by Princess Nokia
September 8, 2017
The debut full-length studio release from the New York rapper Destiny Frasqueri features remastered tracks from her 2016 mixtape and eight new tracks.
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584.
Sweet Justice
by Tkay Maidza
November 3, 2023
The second full-length release from Los Angeles-based Australian rapper Tkay Maidza features production by Kaytranada and guest appearances by Duckwrth, Flume, Amber Mark and Lolo Zouaï.
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585.
Revenue Retrievin': Day Shift
by E-40
March 30, 2010
The San Francisco Bay Area rapper releases two albums on the same day, Revenue Retrievin': Day Shift and Revenue Retrievin': Night Shift. The albums feature such guests as B-Legit, Gucci Mane, Suga T, Too Short, and E-40's son Droop-E.
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586.
Don't Be Scared
by DJ Vadim
October 16, 2012
The sixth release for Russian-born DJ Vadim incorporates dancehall, electronic, soul, and hip hop sounds.
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587.
Pieces of a Man
by Mick Jenkins
October 26, 2018
The second full-length release for the Chicago rapper features guest appearances from Mikahl Anthony, BadBadNotGood, Julian Bell, Ghostface Killah, Ben Hixon, and Corinne Bailey Rae.
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588.
Grime 2.0
by Various Artists
May 6, 2013
Joe Muggs collects tracks from emerging and known grime producers such as Wiley and Footsie.
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589.
Mr. Wonderful
by Action Bronson
March 24, 2015
The major label debut full-length release for the New York rapper features guest appearances from Big Body Bes, Black Atlass, Chance the Rapper, Meyhem Lauren, and Party Supplies.
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590.
Quazarz: Born on a Gangster Star
by Shabazz Palaces
July 14, 2017
One of two concept albums released on the same day for the hip-hop duo of Ishmael Butler and Tendai "Baba" Maraire about a being from another world named Quazars was recorded over two weeks in Seattle with producer Erik Blood.
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591.
Czarface
by Inspectah Deck
February 19, 2013
The collaboration between Wu-Tang Clan's Inspectah Deck, 7L, and Esoteric features guest appearances by Action Bronson, Cappadonna, Ghostface Killah, Roc Marciano, Mr. MFN eXquire, Oh No, and Vinnie Paz
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592.
Everybody Down
by Kate Tempest
May 20, 2014
The British poet's debut solo rap release was produced by Dan Carey.
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593.
Forever
by Phife Dawg
March 22, 2022
Phife Dawg's posthumous release features guest appearances from Cheryl Boyce-Taylor, Darien Brockington, Busta Rhymes, Dwele, Illa J, Lyric Jones, Little Brother, Maseo of De La Soul, Renée Neufville, Pos of De La Soul, Q-Tip, Rapsody, Redman, V.Rich, and Angela Winbush.
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594.
Beastmode 2 [Mixtape]
by Future
July 6, 2018
The Atlanta rapper teams up again with producer Zaytoven for the sequel to 2015's Beast Mode mixtape.
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595.
Endangered Philosophies
by Dälek
September 1, 2017
The eighth full-length release for the experimental hip-hop trio of Will "Dalek" Brooks, Mike Mare and DJ Rek is the second with this line-up.
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596.
Wave(s) [EP]
by Mick Jenkins
August 21, 2015
The nine-track EP for the Chicago-based rapper features guest appearances from The Mind, Saba, and Sean Deaux.
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597.
Mirrorland
by EarthGang
September 6, 2019
The debut full-length release for the hip hop duo Olu (aka Johnny Venus) and WowGr8 (aka Doctur Dot) features guest appearances from Kehlani, Malik, Arin Ray, T-Pain, and Young Thug.
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598.
Moosebumps: An Exploration Into Modern Day Horripilation
by Dr. Octagon
April 6, 2018
The follow-up to 1996's Dr. Octagonecologyst sees the return of Dan The Automator, MC Kool Keith and DJ Q-Bert as well as guest appearances from Paul Banks of Interpol and Del the Funky Homosapien.
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599.
808s & Dark Grapes, Vol. 3
by Main Attrakionz
June 30, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the rap duo of MondreM.A.N and Squadda B was produced by Friendzone.
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And the Anonymous Nobody
by De La Soul
August 26, 2016
The eighth full-length release for the hip hop trio was funded by Kickstarter campaign and features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Damon Albarn, David Byrne, Estelle, Justin Hawkins, Little Dragon, Roc Marciano, Pete Rock, Jill Scott, Snoop Dogg, and Usher.
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