Album Releases by Genre
1.
To Pimp A Butterfly
by Kendrick Lamar
March 16, 2015
The third full-length studio release from the hip hop artist features guest appearances from Bilal, George Clinton, James Fauntleroy, Ronald Isley, Rapsody, Snoop Dogg, Thundercat, and Anna Wise.
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Stankonia
by Outkast
October 31, 2000
Featuring the hit singles "B.O.B." and "Ms. Jackson," 'Stankonia' was a commercial and critical hit for the innovative Atlanta hip-hop duo of Dré and Big Boi.
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DAMN.
by Kendrick Lamar
April 14, 2017
The fourth full-length studio release for the Compton rapper features guest appearances from Rihanna, U2, and Zacari.
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Conflict Of Interest
by Ghetts
February 19, 2021
The third full-length studio release for the British grime artist features guest appearances from BackRoad Gee, Dave, Giggs, Hamzaaand, Jaykae, Aida Lae, Miraa May, Pa Salieu, Emeli Sande, Moonchild Sanelly, Ed Sheeran, Skepta, Stormzy, and Wretch 32.
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My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
by Kanye West
November 22, 2010
Breaking traditional mainstream hip-hop guidelines, Kanye West's latest release features epic raps and long instrumental variations for his most innovative album to date.
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Madvillainy
by Madvillain
March 23, 2004
'Madvillainy' is a collaboration between rapper MF Doom and producer Madlib.
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7.
Room 25
by Noname
September 14, 2018
The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles-based Chicago rapper was self-released.
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8.
Care For Me
by Saba
April 5, 2018
The second full-length release for the Chicago rapper was influenced in part by the death of his cousin Walter Long, Jr. and was co-produced with daedaePIVOT and Daoud.
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9.
In Search Of... [First Version]
by N.E.R.D
August 6, 2001
This is the debut album for in-demand hip-hop production duo The Neptunes, recording with Shay under the name N.E.R.D. (for "No One Ever Really Dies"). Note that there are two different versions of this album in circulation. This version is the original recording, using mainly electronic instrumentation, that was intended for a full release in August 2001 but was shelved by the band (only to be released in the UK over the band's objection). The new version, released March 2002, was completely rerecorded, and features live instrumentation by Minneapolis funk band Spymob.
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10.
Boy In Da Corner
by Dizzee Rascal
January 20, 2004
This is the debut disc for the 18-year-old London-based rapper (born Dylan Mills), who has been heralded by (among others) Uncut magazine as "good as any MC currently active on Earth."
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11.
Labor Days
by Aesop Rock
September 18, 2001
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12.
We're All Alone In This Together
by Dave
July 23, 2021
The second full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances from Snoh Aalegra, James Blake, Boj, Stormzy, and WizKid.
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13.
Speakerboxxx/The Love Below
by Outkast
September 23, 2003
This Grammy-winning follow-up to their smash 2000 hit 'Stankonia' is an OutKast album in name only, as it is structured in the form of two solo discs: one each for Big Boi (Speakerboxxx) and Andre 3000 (The Love Below).
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14.
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.
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15.
A Grand Don't Come For Free
by The Streets
May 18, 2004
Mike Skinner returns with the inenviable job of following up his genre-smashing debut 'Original Pirate Material,' which was an enormous critical and commercial hit in the UK and paved the way for the success of later acts such as Dizzee Rascal.
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16.
Grey Area
by Little Simz
March 1, 2019
The third full-length release for the British rapper Simbi Ajikawo features a guest appearances from Cleo Sol.
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17.
We Got It From Here...Thank You 4 Your Service
by A Tribe Called Quest
November 11, 2016
Phife Dawg passed away in March 2016 before the final studio release for the rap group that includes guest appearances from such artists as Anderson Paak, Andre 3000, Busta Rhymes, Consequence, Elton John, Talib Kweli, Kendrick Lamar, and Jack White.
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Eve
by Rapsody
August 23, 2019
The third full-length studio release for the North Carolina rapper features guest appearances from J. Cole, D'Angelo, GZA, JID, Leikeli47, Mereba], PJ Morton, Queen Latifah, K.Roosevelt, SiR, and Elle Varner.
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19.
Send Them To Coventry [Mixtape]
by Pa Salieu
November 13, 2020
The debut mixtape from the British rapper features guest appearances from Mahalia, M1llionz, BackRoad Gee, Boy Boy, Eight9FLY, Lz Dinero, Ni Santora, Shakavellie, and Stizee.
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20.
Original Pirate Material
by The Streets
October 22, 2002
This is the debut album by the London garage (or in this case, bedroom) band, which consists solely of 21-year-old Mike Skinner. Whether or not this style of music (very English rapping over garage/house beats) will translate well overseas remains to be seen, but garage (and especially Skinner) is the current flavor of the month with the UK music press.
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21.
Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty
by Big Boi
July 6, 2010
OutKast's Big Boi goes solo with an album featuring guest appearances from such artists as Jamie Foxx, Janelle Monae, B.o.B., Gucci Mane, Too Short, and George Clinton.
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22.
Psychodrama
by Dave
March 8, 2019
The debut full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances from Burna Boy and J Hus.
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23.
Maps
by billy woods
May 5, 2023
The second full-length collaboration from Brooklyn rapper billy woods and producer Kenny Segal features guest appearances by Aesop Rock, Benjamin Booker, Danny Brown, ELUCID, Sam Herring, and ShrapKnel.
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24.
RTJ2
by Run the Jewels
October 27, 2014
The latest release from Killer Mike and El-P features collaborations with Travis Barker of Blink-182, Diane Coffee, and Zack de la Rocha formerly of Rage Against the Machine.
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25.
Miss E... So Addictive
by Missy Elliott
May 15, 2001
This is the third album for Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott, and it again features the acclaimed production work of Timbaland. Guests include Busta Rhymes, Redman, Method Man, Ludacris, Eve, Jay-Z, and Ginuwine.
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26.
RTJ4
by Run the Jewels
June 3, 2020
Released a few days early (for free on their website), the fourth full-length studio album for the rap duo features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Zack de la Rocha, DJ Premier, Josh Homme, Greg Nice, Mavis Staples, and Pharrell Williams.
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27.
Coloring Book [Mixtape]
by Chance the Rapper
May 13, 2016
The third mixtape from the Chicago rapper (an Apple Music exclusive for two weeks) features gospel elements as well as guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Justin Bieber, Francis and the Lights, Future, Jay Electronica, Lil Wayne, Kanye West, and Young Thug.
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28.
Big Fish Theory
by Vince Staples
June 23, 2017
The second full-length studio release for the rapper features contributions from such artists as A$AP Rocky, Damon Albarn, Kilo Kish, Juicy J, Ty Dolla Signn, and Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon.
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29.
Illmatic XX [20th Anniversary Edition]
by Nas
April 15, 2014
The remastered reissue of the rapper's debut 1994 release a disc of remixes, demos and unreleased versions of songs.
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30.
Hell Hath No Fury
by Clipse
November 28, 2006
This long-delayed second album for Virginia brothers Malice and Pusha T was produced in full by The Neptunes.
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31.
The Greatest Story Never Told
by Saigon
February 15, 2011
The long-awaited debut album by the Brooklyn-based rapper is produced by Just Blaze and features guest appearances from Q-Tip, Jay-Z and other notable artists.
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Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II
by Raekwon
September 8, 2009
The Wu-Tang Clan-member releases his fourth solo album featuring such artists as his fellow Wu-Tang Clan members, Jadakiss, Beanie Sigel, Lyfe Jennings, Styles P, Busta Rhymes, and Slick Rick.
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33.
Charity Starts at Home
by Phonte
September 27, 2011
The latest album for the rapper who also is a member of Little Brother and The Foreign Exchange features guest appearances by 9th Wonder, Big K.R.I.T., Evidence, Elzhi, and Pharoahe Monch.
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34.
Sometimes I Might Be Introvert
by Little Simz
September 3, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the British rapper was produced by Inflo and features guest appearances from Obongjayar and Cleo Sol.
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35.
Proof
by BTS
June 10, 2022
The three-disc anthology album from South Korean boy band BTS features three new songs as well as a disc of demo tracks.
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36.
Call Me If You Get Lost
by Tyler, The Creator
June 25, 2021
The sixth full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from 42 Dugg, Daisy World, Domo Genesis, Brent Faiyaz, Fana Hues, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Wayne, NBA YoungBoy, Teezo Touchdown, Ty Dolla $ign, and Pharrell Williams.
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37.
Run the Jewels 3
by Run the Jewels
December 25, 2016
Available as a free download, the third LP (not including cat-related material) from the duo of El-P and Killer Mike includes contributions from Danny Brown, Zack de la Rocha, Tunde Adebimpe (TV on the Radio), Boots, and Kamasi Washington. Originally scheduled for release in January 2017, it arrived as a surprise on Christmas Day in 2016.
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38.
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.
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39.
Alfredo
by Freddie Gibbs
May 29, 2020
The latest collaboration between Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist features guest appearances from Benny the Butcher, Conway the Machine, Rick Ross, and Tyler, The Creator.
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40.
Black America Again
by Common
November 4, 2016
The 11th full-length studio release for the hip hop artist features guest appearances from Marsha Ambrosius, Bilal, BJ the Chicago Kid, Tasha Cobbs, John Legend, PJ, Syd tha Kyd, and Stevie Wonder.
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41.
Undun
by The Roots
December 6, 2011
The 13th studio album is a concept album about the life of Redford Stephens, a fictional character who gets involved with drugs.
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42.
The Blueprint
by Jay-Z
September 11, 2001
The now-legendary Brooklyn rapper follows 2000's 'The Dynasty Roc la Familia' with this 13-track disc.
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43.
King's Disease III
by Nas
November 11, 2022
The third King's Disease album from rapper Nas was produced by Hit-Boy.
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44.
Bandana
by Freddie Gibbs
June 28, 2019
The second full-length studio collaboration between Freddie Gibbs and Madlib features guest appearances from Anderson .Paak, Yasiin Bey, Black Thought, Killer Mike, and Pusha T.
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45.
Fishscale
by Ghostface Killah
March 28, 2006
MF Doom, Madlib and Pete Rock lend their production talents to the Wu-Tang member's fifth solo outing, which includes a collaboration with Ne-Yo.
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46.
Arular
by M.I.A.
March 22, 2005
This short but wildly eclectic debut album from Maya Arulpragasam, a Sri Lankan-born, London-based artist and daughter of a Tamil Tiger revolutionary, is preceded by enormous buzz in both the U.K. and the U.S.
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47.
Blue Lips
by ScHoolboy Q
March 1, 2024
The sixth full-length studio release from rapper Schoolboy Q features guest appearances by Ab-Soul, Az Chike, Childish Major, Freddie Gibbs, Jozzy, Devin Malik, Rico Nasty, and Lance Skiiiwalker.
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48.
College Dropout
by Kanye West
February 10, 2004
The in-demand Chicago-based producer makes his debut with the help of guests Ludacris, Jay-Z, Mos Def, Dirt McGirt, and more.
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Laila’s Wisdom
by Rapsody
September 22, 2017
The second full-length release for the North Carolina rapper feature guest appearances from BJ The Chicago Kid, Black Thought, Gwen Bunn, Busta Rhymes, GQ, Kendrick Lamar, Lance Skiiiwalker, Terrace Martin, Moonchild, Musiq Soulchild, Amber Navran, and Anderson .Paak.
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50.
Blue Eclipse
by Blue Lab Beats
April 19, 2024
The fourth full-length release from British jazztronica duo Blue Lab Beats features guest appearances by such artists as Daley, Poppy Daniels, IDK, Kojey Radical, Jay Prince, and the Urban Soul Orchestra.
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51.
Showtime
by Dizzee Rascal
September 14, 2004
The UK rapper follows his Mercury Music Prize-winning debut 'Boy In The Corner' with this sophomore release.
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52.
We Buy Diabetic Test Strips
by Armand Hammer
September 29, 2023
The latest full-length release from New York hip hop duo Armand Hammer features guest appearance by Cavalier, Curly Castro, Junglepussy, Moneynicca, Moor Mother, and Pink Siifu.
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53.
NO THANK YOU
by Little Simz
December 12, 2022
The surprise release from British rapper Little Simz was produced by Inflo.
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54.
Summertime '06
by Vince Staples
June 30, 2015
The debut full-length studio release for the Long Beach rapper features production from Clams Casino, DJ Dahi, Brian Kidd, No I.D., and Christian Rich.
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55.
God Level
by 03 Greedo
June 27, 2018
The debut full-length studio release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from AD, KEY, Lil Uzi Vert, ManMan Savage, Mal & Quill, Rich The Kid, Runway Richy, Yhung T.O., and Yung Bans.
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56.
More Arriving
by Sarathy Korwar
July 26, 2019
The second full-length studio release for the London-based artist features guest appearances from Zia Ahmed, Prabh Deep, MC Mawali, Aditya Prakash, Mirande Shah, Delhi Sultanate, TRAP POJU, and Deepak Unnikishnan.
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57.
Edna
by Headie One
October 9, 2020
The debut full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances from Aitch, Bugsey, Haile, M Huncho, Ivorian Doll, Mahalia, Kaash Paige, Skepta, Stormzy, AJ Tracey, Young Adz, and Young T.
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58.
Gas Mask
by The Left
October 26, 2010
This is the debut album for the Detroit rap group that includes Apollo Brown, Journalist 103, and DJ Soko.
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59.
Sundial
by Noname
August 11, 2023
The latest full-length release from rapper Noname features gest appearances by $Ilkmoney, Ayoni, Common, Jay Electronica, Eryn Allen Kane, Jimetta Rose, Stout, Voices of Creation, and billy woods.
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60.
Phrenology
by The Roots
November 26, 2002
The groundbreaking Philadelphia rap outfit returns with 13 new tracks and guest contributions from Jill Scott, Nelly Furtado, Talib Kweli and Musiq.
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61.
Cocoa Sugar
by Young Fathers
March 9, 2018
The third full-length release for the Edinburgh-based trio was recorded in the band's studio.
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62.
Kala
by M.I.A.
August 21, 2007
The UK rapper returns with her second album, which was recorded in several countries.
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63.
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.
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64.
Hugo
by Loyle Carner
October 21, 2022
The third full-length release for British rapper Loyle Carner features guest appearances from John Agard, Athian Akec, Olivia Dean, Wesley Joseph, and JNR Williams.
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65.
Imperius Rex
by Sean Price
August 25, 2017
The posthumous release for the Brooklyn rapper who passed away in August 2015 features guest appearances from DOOM, Ike Eyez, Freeway, Wu-Tang's Inspectah Deck, Method Man, Bernadette Price, Mobb Deep's Prodigy, Raekwon, Ruste Juxx, Styles P, Junior Reid, Rock, and Smif-N-Wessun.
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66.
Beware Of The Monkey
by MIKE
December 21, 2022
The latest full-length release for rapper MIKE features guest appearances from Jadasea, King Carter, Klein, and Sister Nancy.
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67.
The Earn
by Yu
December 13, 2011
This is the second solo album for the Washington, DC, rapper who was a member of the hip-hop group Diamond District.
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How I Got Over
by The Roots
June 22, 2010
The legendary Philadelphia posse returns with its first release since playing with Late Night With Jimmy Fallon's house band. Staying true to its roots with acoustic jazz grooves and elements of rock and soul, The Roots continue its reign as one of hip-hop's most innovative acts.
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69.
No Said Date
by Masta Killa
June 1, 2004
Finally making his solo debut, Masta Killa is the last member of the Wu-Tang Clan to issue a CD on his own. Of course, he's not totally by himself here; Ol' Dirty Bastard, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface and the RZA all guest.
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70.
Magic 3
by Nas
September 14, 2023
The surprise release from rapper Nas features a guest appearance from Lil Wayne and was produced by Hit-Boy.
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71.
King's Disease II
by Nas
August 6, 2021
The sequel to the rappers 2020 King's Disease album features guest appearances from A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Blxst, Eminem, EPMD, Lauryn Hill, Hit-Boy, Charlie Wilson, and YG.
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72.
Big Conspiracy
by J Hus
January 24, 2020
The second full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances form Burna Boy, iceè tgm, and Koffee.
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73.
Run the Jewels
by El-P
June 26, 2013
El-P and Killer Mike's latest collaboration was released as a free download features guest appearances from Big Boi, Prince Paul, and Until The Ribbon Breaks.
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74.
The Patience
by Mick Jenkins
August 18, 2023
The fourth full-length studio release from Chicago-based rap artist Mick Jenkins features guest appearances by Benny The Butcher, Freddie Gibbs, JID, and Vic Mensa.
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75.
Fetti [EP]
by Curren$y
October 31, 2018
The nine-track EP from Freddie Gibbs and Curren$y was produced by The Alchemist.
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76.
Sound Ancestors
by Madlib
January 29, 2021
The latest full-length release for the Los Angeles-based hip-hop artist was edited, arranged and mastered by Kieran Hebden (Four Tet).
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77.
Stone Rollin'
by Raphael Saadiq
May 10, 2011
The soul singer continues his 1960's-inspired music with a fourth album, blending vintage R&B sounds and smooth soul-pop.
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78.
What Does It All Mean? 1983-2006 Retrospective
by Steinski
May 27, 2008
The two-disc set includes the 28-track "Nothing to Fear" on disc two.
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The Truth Is Here [EP]
by Brother Ali
March 10, 2009
The follow-up to "The Undisputed Truth," this EP features B-sides and some new material.
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80.
TA13OO
by Denzel Curry
September 21, 2018
The third full-length studio release for the Florida rapper features guest appearances from GoldLink, Jpegmafia , Nyyjerya, Twelve'len, and ZillaKami.
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81.
DAYTONA
by Pusha T
May 25, 2018
The third full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Rick Ross and Kanye West.
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82.
Some Rap Songs
by Earl Sweatshirt
November 30, 2018
The third full-length studio release for the Los Angeles-based rapper features guest appearances by Navy Blue and Standing On The Corner as well as vocal samples of his parents: Cheryl Harris and (the late) Keorapetse Kgositsile.
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83.
Scaring the Hoes
by JPEGMAFIA
March 24, 2023
The debut full-length collaboration from rappers JPEGMafia and Danny Brown features a guest appearance from redveil.
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84.
Reflection
by Loraine James
June 4, 2021
The second full-length release for the British electronic producer features guest appearance from Baths, Iceboy Violet, Le3 bLACK, Nova, Eden Samara, and Xzavier Stone.
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85.
May the Lord Watch
by Little Brother
August 20, 2019
This is the first release since 2010's Leftback for the North Carolina rap duo of Phonte and Big Pooh.
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86.
Cee-Lo Green Is The Soul Machine
by Cee Lo Green
March 2, 2004
Like fellow Atlanta hip hoppers OutKast, Cee-Lo has trouble sticking to a single genre, as he mixes up styles throughout this sophomore release. Timbaland, The Neptunes and Ludacris guest.
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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.
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Surf
by Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment
May 29, 2015
The collaborative debut album from Chance The Rapper with Donnie Trumpet features Peter CottonTale, Nate Fox, and Greg Landfair, Jr., with guest appearances from Erykah Badu, Big Sean, Busta Rhymes, J. Cole, and Janelle Monae.
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89.
Smiling With No Teeth
by Genesis Owusu
March 12, 2021
The debut full-length release for the Ghanaian-born, Australia-based artist features folk, funk, pop, R&B and rap influences.
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Central City
by Big Freedia
June 23, 2023
The first full-length studio release in nine years from rapper Big Freedia features guest appearances by featuring Boyfriend, Ciara, Faith Evans, Kamaiyah, Lil Wayne, Kelly Price, Sonyae, and The Soul Rebels.
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untitled unmastered.
by Kendrick Lamar
March 4, 2016
The surprise release from the rapper features guest appearances from Bilal, Cee-Lo Green, Terrace Martin, Punch, Jay Rock, Thundercat and Anna Wise.
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92.
Sick!
by Earl Sweatshirt
January 14, 2022
The fourth full-length studio release for rapper Earl Sweatshirt features guest appearances from Armand Hammer and Zelooperz.
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93.
Hamilton: An American Musical [Original Broadway Cast Recording]
by Lin-Manuel Miranda
October 16, 2015
The cast recording of for the Broadway musical inspired by the life of Alexander Hamilton was executive produced by Questlove and Black Thought of the Roots.
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94.
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.
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95.
Party Music
by The Coup
November 6, 2001
Perhaps best known for being the album that depicted the World Trade Center towers in flames on its cover (before the events of September 11 necessitated a last-minute change of artwork), 'Party Music' is the fourth full-length for the ultra-political rappers.
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Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers
by Kendrick Lamar
May 13, 2022
The fifth full-length studio release for rapper Kendrick Lamar features guest appearances from Baby Keem, Blxst, Sam Dew, Ghostface Killah, Beth Gibbons of Portishead, Kodak Black, Tanna Leone, Taylour Paige, Amanda Reifer, Sampha, and Summer Walker.
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Malibu
by Anderson .Paak
January 15, 2016
The second full-length release for the California rapper/singer-songwriter features guest appearances from BJ the Chicago Kid, The Free Nationals, The Game, Rapsody, Schoolboy Q, and the Timon Family Choir.
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98.
Late Registration
by Kanye West
August 30, 2005
The Grammy-winner returns with a highly-anticpated follow-up to 'The College Dropout,' marking the second installment in a planned four-part series of albums. Jon Brion co-produced, and Brandy, Common, Nas, The Game, Jamie Foxx and Maroon 5's Adam Levine guest.
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99.
Iridescence
by BROCKHAMPTON
September 21, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the Texan rap group was recorded in Abbey Road Studios as well as Hawaii.
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100.
ZUU
by Denzel Curry
May 31, 2019
The fourth full-length studio release for the Florida rapper features guest appearances from Ice Billion Berg, Tay Keith, Kiddo Marv, PlayThatBoiZay, Rick Ross, and Sam Sneak.
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