Album Releases by Genre

Legends Never Die

Legends Never Die

by R.A. the Rugged Man
April 30, 2013
The first album in nine years for the New York rapper includes guest appearance from Brother Ali, Amalie Bruun, Eamon, Hopsin, Krizz Kaliko, Talib Kweli, Masta Ace, Sadat X, Tech N9ne, and Vinnie Paz.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.7
Acid Rap

Acid Rap

by Chance the Rapper
April 30, 2013
The second mixtape for the Chicago rapper features guest appearances from Action Bronson, Ab-Soul, BJ The Chicago Kid, and Childish Gambino.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.7
Authentic

Authentic

by LL Cool J
April 30, 2013
The actor/rapper's first release in four years features guest appearances from such artists as Travis Barker, Bootsy Collins, Chuck D, Monica, Tom Morello, Brad Paisley, Seal, Snoop Dogg, Eddie Van Halen, and Charlie Wilson.
Metascore:
46
User Score:
4.0
Danish & Blue

Danish & Blue

by Lilacs & Champagne
April 23, 2013
The second full-length release for the music project from Grails members Alex Hall and Emil Amos includes samples of sounds from Scandinavian porn and b-movies from the 1960s.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Black on Blonde

Black on Blonde

by k-os
April 23, 2013
Black Thought, Sebastien Grainger, Corey Hart, Jay Malinowski, Travie McCoy, Sam Roberts, Saukrates, and Shad guests on the double-album release from the Canadian rapper that features rap tracks on one disc and rock songs on the other.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
#willpower

#willpower

by will.i.am
April 23, 2013
The fourth solo studio release for the Black Eyed Peas members includes guest appearances from Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, Miley Cyrus, Skylar Grey, Nicole Scherzinger, Eva Simons, and Britney Spears.
Metascore:
49
User Score:
2.7
Twelve Reasons to Die

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.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.5
Indicud

Indicud

by Kid Cudi
April 16, 2013
The third full-length studio release for the producer-rapper features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Michael Bolton, Haim, Father John Misty, King Chip, Kendrick Lamar, RZA, and Too Short.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
6.7
Float

Float

by Styles P
April 16, 2013
Produced by Scram Jones, the sixth studio release for the New York rapper features guest appearances from Jadakiss, NORE, Raekwon, and Sheek Louch.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
Hotel California

Hotel California

by Tyga
April 9, 2013
The third studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from such artist as 2 Chainz, Chris Brown, Jadakiss, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Game, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
50
User Score:
3.8
Wolf

Wolf

by Tyler, The Creator
April 2, 2013
The third full-length studio release from the Odd Future rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Erykah Badu, Hodgy Beats, Frank Ocean, Pharrell, Laetitia Sadier, and Earl Sweatshirt.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.1
The Ascent

The Ascent

by Wiley
April 1, 2013
The ninth studio release for the British grime artist features guest appearances from such artists as Far East Movement, French Montana, Ghetts, Kano, Lethal Bizzle, Ms D, Emeli Sandé, Tinchy Stryder, and Tulisa.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
4.5
I Am Not a Human Being II

I Am Not a Human Being II

by Lil Wayne
March 26, 2013
2 Chainz, Drake, Future, Soulja Boy, and Trina are some of the guests on the 10th full-length studio release for the New Orleans rapper.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
3.9
NoYork!

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.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.8
The Nacirema Dream

The Nacirema Dream

by Papoose
March 26, 2013
Erykah Badu, Ron Browz, DJ Premier, Jadakiss, Jim Jones, Mavado, Mobb Deep, and Remy Ma guest on the debut studio release for the Brooklyn rapper, first announced back in 2006.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Beautiful Death Machine

Beautiful Death Machine

by Swollen Members
March 19, 2013
The tenth release for the Canadian rap group features guest appearances from Apathy, Celph Titled, Esoteric, Ill Bill, Slaine, Snake The rapper, and Vinnie Paz.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
We Will Not Harm You

We Will Not Harm You

by Dobie
February 19, 2013
The British bass artist's instrumental release integrates hip-hop with a variety of music styles including electronic, Latin, jazz, and soul.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Czarface

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
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.2
For Professional Use Only [Mixtape]

For Professional Use Only [Mixtape]

by AraabMuzik
February 15, 2013
The 20-track instrumental mixtape from the Dipset producer was released as a free download.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
tbd
No Love Lost

No Love Lost

by Joe Budden
February 5, 2013
The third solo release for the Slaughterhouse rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Lloyd Banks, Fabolous, French Montana, Lil Wayne, Omarion, Royce Da 5'9", Twista, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
5.1
Tape One [EP]

Tape One [EP]

by Young Fathers
January 22, 2013
Originally released online in 2012, the eight-track EP is the debut release for the Scottish rap trio.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.6
Long.Live.A$AP

Long.Live.A$AP

by A$AP Rocky
January 15, 2013
2 Chainz, Action Bronson, Big K.R.I.T., Danny Brown, Drake, Joey Bada$$, Kendrick Lamar, Santigold, Schoolboy Q, Skrillex, and Yelawolf guest on the official debut studio release for the New York rapper.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.8
Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head

Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head

by T.I.
December 18, 2012
The eighth full-length studio album for the Atlanta rapper includes guest appearances from such artists as Akon, Andre 3000, ASAP Rocky, Cee Lo Green, R. Kelly, Lil Wayne, Meek Mill, and Pink.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
Finally Rich

Finally Rich

by Chief Keef
December 18, 2012
The debut full-length studio album for the Chicago rapper includes guest appearances from such artist as 50 Cent, French Montana, Lil Reese, Rick Ross, Wiz Khalifa, and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
5.6
Selling My Soul

Selling My Soul

by Masta Killa
December 11, 2012
The third solo release for the Wu-Tang Clan member features guest appearances from Kurupt and Ol' Dirty Bastard (posthumously).
Metascore:
62
User Score:
2.7
Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors

Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors

by Big Boi
December 11, 2012
The second solo release for the OutKast rapper features guest appearances from such artists as A$AP Rocky, B.o.B, Kid Cudi, Killer Mike, Little Dragon, Ludacris, Phantogram, Kelly Rowland, T.I., and Wavves.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.6
Jesus Piece

Jesus Piece

by Game
December 11, 2012
The fifth studio release for California rapper The Game features guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Chris Brown, J. Cole, Common, Jamie Foxx, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Tyga, Kanye West, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.4
Rage Against the Machine XX [20th Anniversary Edition]

Rage Against the Machine XX [20th Anniversary Edition]

by Rage Against the Machine
November 27, 2012
The self-titled 1992 debut album from Rage Against the Machine is reissued and remastered. Additional B-sides, songs from the band's demo tape, and DVDs are included on the special edition/deluxe box set versions.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.8
Wu Block

Wu Block

by Wu Block
November 27, 2012
The collaboration between Ghostface Killah and Sheek Louch features guest appearances by Cappadonna, Erykah Badu, as well as members of Wu-Tang (GZA, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, Method Man, Raekwon) and The Lox/D-Block (Styles P and Jadakiss).
Metascore:
69
User Score:
5.4
GMB

GMB

by Pac Div
November 27, 2012
The second full-length studio release for the rap trio includes guest appearances by Blu, Kurupt, Kendrick Lamar, and Mac Miller.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Global Warming

Global Warming

by Pitbull
November 19, 2012
Christina Aguilera, Chris Brown, Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, The Wanted, and Usher are some of the guests on the seventh studio album for the Miami rapper.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
4.2
Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded--the Re-Up

Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded--the Re-Up

by Nicki Minaj
November 19, 2012
The pop rapper reissues her second release with eight new tracks featuring guest appearances by Thomas Brinx, Cassie, Ciara, Lil Wayne, Parker, and Tyga.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.3
Rare Chandeliers [Mixtape]

Rare Chandeliers [Mixtape]

by Action Bronson
November 15, 2012
The Alchemist produces the second mixtape in 2012 for the New York chef-turned-rapper.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
Wild Water Kingdom [Mixtape]

Wild Water Kingdom [Mixtape]

by Heems
November 14, 2012
The second mixtape of 2012 for the New York rapper features guest appearances from Bodega Bamz, Childish Gambino, Lakutis, and Safe.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Reloaded

Reloaded

by Roc Marciano
November 13, 2012
The New York rapper produced ten of the 15 tracks on his second full-length solo album that also features production from The Alchemist, The Arch Druids, Q-Tip, and Ray West.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.2
Power & Passion [EP]

Power & Passion [EP]

by Mr. Muthafuckin' eXquire
November 13, 2012
After releasing three mixtapes, the Brooklyn rapper signed with Universal Republic and this six-track EP is his debut on label.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
The Solution

The Solution

by 9th Wonder
November 13, 2012
The third collaboration between 9th Wonder and Buckshot includes guest appearances by Dyme-A-Duzin and Rapsody.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
The Evil Empire of Everything

The Evil Empire of Everything

by Public Enemy
November 6, 2012
The second release in 2012 for the rap group features guest appearances by such artists as Gerald Albright, Sheila Brody, Davy DMX, Ziggy Marley, Tom Morello, and Henry Rollins.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
The Greatest Story Never Told, Chapter 2: Bread And Circuses

The Greatest Story Never Told, Chapter 2: Bread And Circuses

by Saigon
November 6, 2012
The second release for the Brooklyn rapper features such guests as Marsha Ambrosius, Chamillionaire, Corbett, Lecrae, stic.man of Dead Prez, and Styles P.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
The  Life & Times Of...

The Life & Times Of...

by The Hot 8 Brass Band
November 6, 2012
This is the second full-length release from the New Orleans brass band.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
MHz Legacy

MHz Legacy

by MHz Legacy
November 6, 2012
Ohio rappers Copywrite, RJD2, Tage Future, and Jakki Da Motamouth return as MHz Legacy (Camu Tao passed away in 2008) to release its debut full-length.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Mic Tyson

Mic Tyson

by Sean Price
October 30, 2012
The third full-length studio release from the Brooklyn rapper includes such guests and producers as Pharoahe Monch, The Alchemist, 9th Wonder, and Khrysis.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Dreams and Nightmares

Dreams and Nightmares

by Meek Mill
October 30, 2012
After a number of well-received mixtapes, the Philadelphia rapper releases his debut full-length studio album featuring guest appearances by Mary J. Blige, Drake, Kirko Bangz, John Legend, Louie V, Nas, Rick Ross, Trey Songz, and Wale.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.3
Cee Lo's Magic Moment

Cee Lo's Magic Moment

by Cee Lo Green
October 30, 2012
The pop-soul singer and since 2011, vocal coach/judge on NBC's The Voice releases a Christmas album featuring Christina Aguilera, The Muppets, Straight No Chaser, Rod Stewart, and Trombone Shorty as guest singers.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Sorry To Bother You

Sorry To Bother You

by The Coup
October 30, 2012
The sixth release from the Oakland, California, hip hop group led by Boots Riley features guests such as Das Racist, Joe Henry, Jolie Holland, Japanther, Killer Mike, and Justin Sane of Anti-Flag.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
Dedication 4 [Mixtape]

Dedication 4 [Mixtape]

by Lil Wayne
October 23, 2012
The fourth Dedication mixtape from the rapper and DJ Drama includes guest appearances from Birdman, J Cole, Nicki Minaj, and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
5.4
The Man with the Iron Fists [OST]

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.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.8
God of the Serengeti

God of the Serengeti

by Vinnie Paz
October 23, 2012
The second solo release for the Italian-American rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Immortal Technique, Kool G Rap, Mobb Deep, and Scarface.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.2
Good Kid, M.A.A.D City

Good Kid, M.A.A.D City

by Kendrick Lamar
October 22, 2012
The official major label debut studio album for the Compton rapper features guest appearances from Dr. Dre, Drake, Jay Rock, And MC Eiht.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.9
Bossalinis & Fooliyones

Bossalinis & Fooliyones

by Main Attrakionz
October 22, 2012
The official studio release for the Oakland, California rap duo of Squadda B and MondreMAN features guest appearances from DaVinci, Gucci Mane, Mon$ta, and Shady Blaze.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
We Don't Even Live Here

We Don't Even Live Here

by P.O.S
October 22, 2012
The fourth release for the Minnesota punk-rapper features guest appearances by Astronautalis, Isaac Gale of Marijuana Deathsquads, Mike Mictlan, Sims, and Justin Vernon of Bon Iver.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Alone Together

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.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Don't Be Scared

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.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
There Were Seven

There Were Seven

by The Herbaliser
October 16, 2012
The seventh release for the funk and hip-hop duo of Jake Wherry and Ollie Teeba features Hannah Clive, George the Poet, Teenburger, and Twin Peaks as guest artists.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Country, God or the Girl

Country, God or the Girl

by K'NAAN
October 16, 2012
The third full-length release for the Somalian-Canadian rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Bono, Nell Furtado, Nas, Keith Richards, and will.i.am.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Napalm

Napalm

by Xzibit
October 9, 2012
The seventh studio release for the rapper is his first since 2006's Full Circle and features such guests as David Banner, Bishop Lamont, E-40, Game, Prodigy, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
5.8
Numbers

Numbers

by MellowHype
October 9, 2012
Earl Sweatshirt, Mike G, and Frank Ocean guest on the third studio album from the rap duo of Hodgy Beats and producer Left Brain.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
The  Heist

The Heist

by Ryan Lewis
October 9, 2012
The debut release for Seattle rapper Macklemore and producer Ryan Lewis features such guests as Ab-Soul, Ben Bridwell of Band of Horses, ScHoolboy Q, and Allen Stone.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.7
A Dream Deferred

A Dream Deferred

by Skyzoo
October 9, 2012
The second studio release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances by Raheem DeVaughn, Freeway, Jill Scott, and Talib Kweli.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.6
Lace Up

Lace Up

by MGK
October 9, 2012
The official debut full-length release for Cleveland's Machine Gun Kelly features such guests as Bun B, DMX, Lil Jon, Tech N9ne, Twista, Waka Flocka Flame, and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
5.7
Quality Street Music

Quality Street Music

by DJ Drama
October 2, 2012
The fourth studio release for the Philadelphia rapper features a gamut of guest artists including: 2 Chainz, Birdman, Gucci Mane, Jadakiss, Kendrick Lamar, Ludacris, Meek Mill, T.I., and Young Jeezy.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Food & Liquor, Vol. 2: the Great American Rap Album, Pt. 1

Food & Liquor, Vol. 2: the Great American Rap Album, Pt. 1

by Lupe Fiasco
September 25, 2012
Lupe Fiasco's third album was self-produced and features guest appearances by Bilal, Casey Benjamin, Guy Sebastian, Jane $$$, Jason Evigan, and Poo Bear.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.2
Payback

Payback

by Danny!
September 25, 2012
The seventh studio album for the rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Agallah, El-P, Lil B, Phonte, Questlove, Res, and Swiss Beatz.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
This Generation

This Generation

by Murs
September 25, 2012
Beatnik & K-Salaam produced this debut collaboration between California hip-hop artists Murs and Fashawn.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
tbd
Reconstructed: The Best of DJ Shadow

Reconstructed: The Best of DJ Shadow

by DJ Shadow
September 25, 2012
The compilation collects together some of the DJ Shadow's hits and rare tracks, plus two new tracks.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Cruel Summer

Cruel Summer

by Various Artists
September 18, 2012
This studio compilation album features artists from the G.O.O.D. Music label and guest appearances from others including: Kanye West, Jay Z, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Push T, R. Kelly, Common, Kid Cudi, 2 Chainz, Big Sean, DJ Khaled, Ma$e, and Teyana Taylor.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.6
First of a Living Breed

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.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Mourning in America and Dreaming in Color

Mourning in America and Dreaming in Color

by Brother Ali
September 18, 2012
Produced by Jake One, the fifth album for the Minnesota rapper features guest appearances from Dr. Cornell West, Amir Sulaiman, Choklate, and Tone Trezure.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
Somethin' 'Bout Kreay

Somethin' 'Bout Kreay

by Kreayshawn
September 17, 2012
The Oakland rapper's debut full-length studio release features such guest artists as 2 Chainz, Diplo, and Kid Cudi.
Metascore:
42
User Score:
6.9
Rinse Presents: Royal-T

Rinse Presents: Royal-T

by Royal-T
September 11, 2012
The debut full-length release for the grime producer Mark Taylor features guest appearances by Ruby Lee Ryder, MC P Money, Roska, and Terror Danjah.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Give Me My Flowers While I Can Still Smell Them

Give Me My Flowers While I Can Still Smell Them

by Blu & Exile
September 4, 2012
The rap duo return with a follow-up to their 2007 debut release, Below The Heavens.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.1
The Circle in the Square

The Circle in the Square

by Flobots
August 28, 2012
This is the third full-length release from the Denver rap-rock band.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.2
This Time

This Time

by Beanie Sigel
August 28, 2012
The latest album from the Philadelphia rapper was recorded just before he was to report to prison for tax evasion. It features guest appearances from Akon, Game, Junior Reid, Oliver Laing, State Property, Corey Latif Williams, and Young Chris.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
tbd
Ill Manors

Ill Manors

by Plan B
August 21, 2012
The third release for the British musician is a companion piece to the film he wrote and directed, also named Ill Manors.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
God Forgives, I Don't

God Forgives, I Don't

by Rick Ross
July 31, 2012
The fifth studio album for the rapper features guest appearances by such artists as Andre 3000, Dr. Dre, Drake, Jay-Z, Meek Mill, Ne-Yo, Omarion, Usher, and Wale.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.2
Life's Quest

Life's Quest

by Eightball
July 24, 2012
The latest solo album from the Memphis rapper features guest appearances by 2 Chainz, Big K.R.I.T., and Angie Stone.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Raw Money Raps

Raw Money Raps

by Jeremiah Jae
July 24, 2012
This is the debut full-length release for the New York-born rapper/producer.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.8
Life is Good

Life is Good

by Nas
July 17, 2012
Mary J. Blige, Anthony Hamilton, Miguel, Rick Ross, Swizz Beatz, and the late Amy Winehouse are guests on the tenth release for the rapper.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Russian Roulette

Russian Roulette

by The Alchemist
July 17, 2012
Alan Maman moves from the producer chair to the mic for his third solo album as The Alchemist that includes guest appearances from such artists as Action Bronson, Danny Brown, Guilty Simpson, Fashawn, Roc Marciano, and Schoolboy Q.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.2
Reservation [Mixtape]

Reservation [Mixtape]

by Angel Haze
July 17, 2012
The Brooklyn rapper's 14-track mixtape featuring guest appearances by Kool A.D. and Nicole Wray was released for free on the Internet.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.2
Skelethon

Skelethon

by Aesop Rock
July 10, 2012
The sixth full-length studio solo release for the San Francisco-based rapper features guest appearances from the Moldy Peaches' Kimya Dawson, Allyson Baker of Dirty Ghosts, and Rob Sonic.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
Wild Ones

Wild Ones

by Flo Rida
July 3, 2012
The latest album from the rapper Flo Rida features guest appearances by Georgi Kay, LMFAO, Sia, and Jennifer Lopez.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
2.5
H.N.I.C., Pt. 3

H.N.I.C., Pt. 3

by Prodigy [of Mobb Deep]
July 3, 2012
The third release of Prodigy's H.N.I.C. series features guest appearances from Boogz Boogetz, Esther, Havoc, T.I., Vaughn Anthony, Willie Taylor of Day 26, and Wiz Khalifa.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
tbd
Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 2

Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 2

by Various Artists
June 26, 2012
The second volume of the rap release from the Maybach Music Group features tracks with Rick Ross, Wale, Meek Mill, T.I., Nas, Stalley, Omarion, Wiz Khalifa, and T-Pain.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.7
C.A.R.

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.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Microscope

Microscope

by Riz MC
June 19, 2012
Self-released in 2011, the album was re-releaased in 2012 with additional remixes of the actor Riz Ahmed's debut album.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Let It Go

Let It Go

by House Shoes
June 19, 2012
Black Milk, Danny Brown, and Guilty Simpson are some of the guests on the Los Angeles-based hip hop DJ who began his career in Detroit.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Attractive Sin

Attractive Sin

by Del the Funky Homosapien
June 19, 2012
Del the Funky Homosapien's latest album features his collaboration with the with New Jersey producers, Parallel Thought.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Rugby Thompson

Rugby Thompson

by Smoke DZA
June 19, 2012
The New York rapper's latest release was produced by Harry Fraud.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Triple F Life: Friends, Fans and Family

Triple F Life: Friends, Fans and Family

by Waka Flocka Flame
June 12, 2012
The second full-length studio album from Waka Flocka Flame features guest appearances from such artists as B.o.B., Drake, Flo Rider, Ludacris, Nicki Minaj, and Trey Songz.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
5.1
Mysterious Phonk: The Chronicles of Spaceghostpurrp

Mysterious Phonk: The Chronicles of Spaceghostpurrp

by SpaceGhostPurrp
June 12, 2012
The debut full-length studio album for the Miami-based producer/rapper who also worked with A$AP Rocky and Wiz Khalifa, contains new material and re-recorded tracks from his mixtapes.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.1
1991 [EP]

1991 [EP]

by Azealia Banks
June 12, 2012
The debut four-track EP for the New York rapper includes dance elements.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.6
Express Yourself [EP]

Express Yourself [EP]

by Diplo
June 12, 2012
The six-track EP from the DJ/producer/artist features guest appearances by Nicky Da B, Datsik & Sabi, Flinch & My Name Is Kay, Elephant Man & GTA, Billy The Gent & Long Jawns, and Lazerdisk Party Sex.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.3
G is For Deep

G is For Deep

by Doseone
June 11, 2012
The latest solo album for Anticon co-founder Adam Drucker is his first official studio release.
Metascore:
66
User Score:
tbd
Love & Danger

Love & Danger

by Kool Keith
June 5, 2012
The latest solo release from the rapper who began his career as a member of the Ultramagnetic MCs.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Live from the Underground

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.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.1
Ohnomite

Ohnomite

by Oh No
June 5, 2012
The latest solo album for producer/MC Oh No utilizes sound samples from the soundtracks of Rudy Ray Moore's blaxpoitation films.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.0
Machines That Make Civilization Fun

Machines That Make Civilization Fun

by Bigg Jus
June 5, 2012
The first album of new material from the rapper in seven years tackles political issues.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Hope in Dirt City

Hope in Dirt City

by Cadence Weapon
May 29, 2012
The third album for the Canadian rapper who also was named Edmonton's poet laureate in 2009 was self-produced.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Cancer4Cure

Cancer4Cure

by El-P
May 22, 2012
The third solo album for producer El-P features guest appearances by Danny Brown, Interpol’s Paul Banks, Islands' Nick Diamonds, and Killer Mike.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.5