Album Releases by Genre
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301.
No Kings
by Doomtree
November 22, 2011
This is the second all-crew release from the Minneapolis, hip-hop collective. Produced by Paper Tiger and Laserbeak, it features emcees: P.O.S., Sims, Cecil Otter, Mike Mictlan, and Dessa.
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302.
Album of the Year
by Black Milk
September 14, 2010
The Detroit producer introduces some funk and rock music with a backing band on his fourth full-length solo album.
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303.
This Week
by Jean Grae
September 21, 2004
The underground New York MC returns with her sophomore LP, with some production assistance from 9th Wonder.
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304.
Exiting Arm
by Subtle
June 3, 2008
This is the third album for the Oakland, California-based group.
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305.
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.
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306.
Struggler
by Genesis Owusu
August 18, 2023
The second full-length release from Ghanaian-Australian artist Genesis Owusu was inspired in part by Waiting For Godot by Samuel Beckett and Kafka's Metamorphosis.
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307.
Recovery
by Eminem
June 22, 2010
Eminem continues his forward momentum with confrontational, angst-ridden rap that digs deep into the psyche on his new album.
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308.
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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309.
Section.80
by Kendrick Lamar
July 2, 2011
The California rapper who worked on Dr. Dre's Detox album releases his third independent album, featuring Colin Munroe, GLC, RZA, Schoolboy Q, Ashtro Bot, BJ the Chicago Kid, and Ab-Soul as guests.
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310.
2014 Forest Hills Drive
by J. Cole
December 9, 2014
The third studio release for the rapper was named after the address of his childhood home in North Carolina and was self produced with !llmind, Cardiak, CritCal, Omen, Phonix Beats, Vinylz, and Willie B.
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311.
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$AP Rocky, Damon Albarn, Kilo Kish, Juicy J, Ty Dolla Signn, and Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon.
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312.
At.Long.Last.A$AP
by A$AP Rocky
May 26, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from A-cyde, A$AP Yams, Bones, James Fauntleroy, Joe Fox, Future, Juicy J, Lil Wayne, Miguel, Mos Def, M.I.A., Mark Ronson, Schoolboy Q, Rod Stewart, UGK, and Kanye West.
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313.
Compton
by Dr. Dre
August 7, 2015
Released exclusively on Apple Music/iTunes, the third full-length studio album for the rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Marsha Ambrosius, BJ the Chicago Kid, Eminem, The Game, Ice Cube, Justus, Kendrick Lamar, Craig Owens, Jill Scott, Snoop Dogg, and Xzibit.
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314.
Man on the Moon, Vol. 2: The Legend of Mr. Rager
by Kid Cudi
November 9, 2010
The rapper from Cleveland returns with the sequel to his debut album, featuring guest rappers Snoop Dogg and Cage.
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315.
Doris
by Earl Sweatshirt
August 20, 2013
The debut solo studio release for the Odd Future rapper includes guest appearances from such guests as Domo Genesis, Mac Miller, Frank Ocean, RZA, Vince Staples, and Tyler, The Creator.
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316.
Die Lit
by Playboi Carti
May 11, 2018
The debut full-length studio release for the Atlanta rapper features guest appearances from Pi'erre Bourne, Chief Keef, Gunna, Lil Uzi Vert, Red Coldhearted, Travis Scott, Skepta, Bryson Tiller, Young Nudy, and Young Thug.
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317.
I Don't Like Shit: I Don't Go Outside
by Earl Sweatshirt
March 23, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from Dash, Na'kel, Vince Staples, and Wiki.
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318.
American Gangster
by Jay-Z
November 6, 2007
Jay-Z's 10th studio album features Beyonce, Lil Wayne, Kayne West, Beanie Sigel, Nas, Bilal, and Pharrell Williams.
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319.
Utopia
by Travis Scott
July 28, 2023
The fourth full-length studio release from rapper Travis Scott features guest appearance by 21 Savage, Bad Bunny, Beyonce, James Blake, Bon Iver, Drake, Future, Swae Lee, Playboi Carti, Rob49, Sampha, Sheck Wes, SZA, Teezo Touchdown, The Weeknd, Westside Gunn, and Young Thug.
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320.
My Name Is My Name
by Pusha T
October 7, 2013
The debut solo studio release for the rapper, who began his career as part of the rap duo Clipse, features guest appearances from such artists as 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Chris Brown, Future, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Rick Ross, and Kelly Rowland.
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321.
Stillmatic
by Nas
December 18, 2001
The New York rapper's fifth album attempts to return to the sound of his similar-titled 1994 hit debut, 'Illmatic.' Here, DJ Premier, Large Professor, and Swizz Beatz provide the beats.
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322.
King Push - Darkest Before Dawn: The Prelude
by Pusha T
December 18, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Ab-Liva, A$AP Rocky, Kehlani, Jill Scott, Beanie Sigel, The-Dream, and Kanye West.
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323.
Old
by Danny Brown
October 8, 2013
The third full-length release for the Detroit rapper features Ab-Soul, A$AP Rocky, Charli XCX, Freddie Gibbs, Purity Ring, Schoolboy Q, Scrufizzer, and Zelooperz as guests.
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324.
Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'
by Kid Cudi
December 28, 2016
The sixth full-length release for the hip-hop artist features guest appearances from André Benjamin, Travis Scott, Willow Smith, and Pharrell Williams.
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325.
God's Son
by Nas
December 17, 2002
Jay-Z's mortal enemy returns with his third (!) release of 2002, which includes collaborations with Alicia Keys and 2Pac (yes, that 2Pac, who, as you may recall, died several years ago).
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326.
4eva Is a Mighty Long Time
by Big K.R.I.T.
October 27, 2017
The third full-length studio release for the Mississippi rapper features guest appearances from Bilal, Robert Glasper, CeeLo Green, Keyon Harrold, Joi, Lloyd, Jill Scott, Sleepy Brown, T.I., Burniss Earl Travis II, UKG, and Kenneth Whalum.
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327.
Don't Look Down
by Skylar Grey
July 9, 2013
The debut release for Holly Brook under the name Skylar Grey was executive produced by Eminem and Alex Da Kid with guest appearances by Angel Haze, Travis Barker, Big Sean and Eminem.
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328.
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by Danny Brown
October 4, 2019
The fifth full-length studio release from the Detroit rapper features guest appearances from Blood Orange, JPEGMAFIA, Obongjayar, and Run The Jewels.
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![Hell Can Wait [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/7/c3116f803e3921f2b16e2bf34dd971c8-98.jpg)
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329.
Hell Can Wait [EP]
by Vince Staples
November 10, 2014
The debut seven-track solo studio release for the Cutthroat Boyz member features a guest appearance from Teyana Taylor.
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330.
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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331.
Black Up
by Shabazz Palaces
June 28, 2011
The Seattle-based project, including Ishmael Butler of Digable Planets, is Sub Pop's first hip-hop signing.
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332.
The Allegory
by Royce da 5'9"
February 21, 2020
The eighth full-length studio release for the Detroit rapper features guest appearances from Oswin Benjamin, Beny The Butcher, Cyhi The Prynce, Conway the Machine, G Perico, Grafh, Kid Vishis, KXNG Crooked, Ashley Sorrell, Sy Ari Da Kid, T.I., Westside Gunn, White Gold, and YBN Cordae.
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333.
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.
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334.
All 6's and 7's
by Tech N9ne
June 7, 2011
Born Aaron Dontez Yates, the Kansas City rapper releases his latest LP on Strange Music, featuring appearances from Busta Rhymes, E-40, T-Pain, and more.
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335.
This Is Not A Test!
by Missy Elliott
November 25, 2003
Missy Elliott reunites with producer Timbaland for her fifth album, which features vocal contributions from Nelly, Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Fabolous and R. Kelly.
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336.
8 Diagrams
by Wu-Tang Clan
December 11, 2007
The first album after the death of Ol' Dirty Bastard.
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337.
Lese Majesty
by Shabazz Palaces
July 29, 2014
This is the second full-length release from the Seattle-based experimental hip-hop group led by Ishmael Butler.
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338.
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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339.
Seeing Sounds
by N.E.R.D
June 10, 2008
This is the third album for the trio of Pharrell Williams, Chad Hugo, and Shae Haley.
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340.
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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341.
Ignorance Is Bliss
by Skepta
May 31, 2019
The fifth Full-length studio release for the British grime artist features guest appearances from B Live, Boy Better Know, Lancey Foux, J Hus, Key, Lay-Z, Cheb Rabi, Nafe Smallz, and WizKid.
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342.
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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343.
Second Round's On Me
by Obie Trice
August 15, 2006
Eminem, 50 Cent, and Nate Dogg are among the guests on the Detroit rapper's second release.
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344.
The Undisputed Truth
by Brother Ali
April 10, 2007
Atmosphere's Ant produces the Minnesota rapper's long-awaited follow-up to his 2003 debut 'Shadows On The Sun.'
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345.
Pilot Talk
by Curren$y
July 13, 2010
Ski Beatz produced most of the New Orleans-born rapper's first solo album with Def Jam.
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346.
Supreme Blientele
by Westside Gunn
June 22, 2018
The second full-length studio release for the Buffalo, New York rapper features guest appearances from Anderson .Paak, Benny, AA Rashid, Busta Rhymes, Conway, Crimeapple, Elzhi, Keisha Plum, Jadakiss, and Roc Marciano.
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347.
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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348.
Restless
by Xzibit
December 12, 2000
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349.
Shine
by Estelle
April 29, 2008
The sophomore album for the British artist features Kanye West on her chart topping single "American Boy."
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350.
The Last Kiss
by Jadakiss
April 7, 2009
The rapper's first release in five years features guests such as Mary J. Blige, Nas, Styles P, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Ne Yo, Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, Pharrell, and Faith Evans.
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351.
Back to Love
by Anthony Hamilton
December 13, 2011
The fourth release for the soul singer features production from Babyface, James Poyser, Kelvin Wooten, and Salaam Remi.
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352.
Stillness In Wonderland
by Little Simz
December 16, 2016
The second full-length studio release for the British rapper features guest appearances from Josh Arcé, Bibi Bourelly, Chip and Ghetts, Chuck20, SiR, The Internet's Syd, and Tilla.
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353.
All Day
by Girl Talk
November 15, 2010
Gregg Gillis releases his latest album of mash-up tracks as a free download.
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354.
BlackenedWhite
by MellowHype
July 12, 2011
The duo that comprises Odd Future members Hodgy Beats and Left Brain releases its second studio album on Fat Possum.
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355.
Brandon Banks
by Maxo Kream
July 18, 2019
The debut full-length major label release for the Houston rapper features guest appearances from A$AP Ferg, KCG Josh, Megan Thee Stallion, ScHoolboy Q, and Travis Scott.
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356.
Stay Human
by Michael Franti & Spearhead
May 15, 2001
San Francisco's Michael Franti (formerly of the Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy) and Spearhead mix rap, soul, R&B, funk, jazz, and trip-hop with intelligent and opinionated lyrics on these 22 tracks.
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357.
Eskimo Snow
by Why?
September 22, 2009
The latest album for the California group was recorded during the Alopecia recording sessions.
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358.
Depart From Me
by Cage
July 7, 2009
The third album for the New York rapper features production by El-P, Aesop Rock, and F. Sean Martin.
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359.
Go! Pop! Bang!
by Rye Rye
May 15, 2012
The debut full-length release for the Baltimore club rapper features guest appearances by Akon, Robyn, Tyga, and Porcelain Black.
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360.
From King to a God
by Conway the Machine
September 11, 2020
The debut full-length studio release for the rapper from Buffalo features guest appearances from Lloyd Banks, Benny The Butcher, Armani Caesar, DeJ Loaf, Elcamino, Flee Lord, Freddie Gibbs, Havoc, Method Man, and Westside Gunn.
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361.
Music By Cavelight
by Blockhead
March 23, 2004
This instrumental hip-hop disc marks the solo debut by the longtime producer for Aesop Rock and other Def Jux artists.
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362.
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.
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363.
The Ownerz
by Gang Starr
June 24, 2003
This is the first album in five years for the duo of DJ Premier and Guru.
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364.
Evermore: The Art of Duality
by The Underachievers
September 25, 2015
This is the second full-length release for the Brooklyn hip hop duo of AK and Issa
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365.
Hoodies All Summer
by Kano
August 30, 2019
The sixth full-length release for the British grime artist features guest appearances from D Double E, Ghetts, Kojo Funds, Lil Silva, and Popcaan.
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![Streams of Thought, Vol. 1 [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/7/96e92b67d916101f5c0f999a10fce73e-98.jpg)
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366.
Streams of Thought, Vol. 1 [EP]
by Black Thought
June 1, 2018
The debut five-track solo EP from The Roots' Tariq Trotter was produced by 9th Wonder and The Soul Council.
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367.
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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368.
Our Pathetic Age
by DJ Shadow
November 15, 2019
The double album from the hip-hop DJ/producer features instrumentals in the first half and hip-hop collaborations that include such artists as De La Soul, Dave East, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, Nas, Pharoahe Monch, Pusha T, Raekwon, Run The Jewels, and Wiki in the second half.
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369.
The B.Coming
by Beanie Sigel
March 29, 2005
The incarcerated rapper won't be touring for a while, but that didn't stop him from releasing his first album in four years, which features collaborations with Just Blaze, Cam'ron, The Neptunes, Snoop Dogg and Buckwild.
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370.
Digital Bullet
by The RZA
August 28, 2001
Robert Diggs, aka Bobby Digital, aka RZA, aka (well, we could go on... but we won't), best known for his production work with Wu-Tang Clan and the Gravediggaz, returns with his second solo album.
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371.
Random Axe
by Random Axe
June 14, 2011
This is the debut release for the group that includes producer Black Milk, Guilty Simpson, and Sean Price.
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372.
By The Throat
by Eyedea & Abilities
July 21, 2009
The third album for the Minnesota duo is the first release in five years.
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373.
Carnival II: Memoirs Of An Immigrant
by Wyclef Jean
December 4, 2007
The sixth album for the ex-The Fugees features guests such as T.I, Shakira, Mary J. Blidge, Chamillionaire, Norah Jones, and will.i.am.
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374.
I Phantom
by Mr. Lif
September 17, 2002
Indie Boston rapper Mr. Lif returns with his fourth album.
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375.
Trill O.G.
by Bun B
August 3, 2010
The third and final album from Bun B's Trill trilogy features such guests as Drake, Gucci Mane, Twista, Trey Songz, T-Pain, and Young Jeezy.
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376.
Beat Konducta Vol. 1-2: Movie Scenes
by Madlib
March 21, 2006
The hip-hop producer--unusually recording under his own name--offers a soundtrack to an imaginary movie.
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377.
The Darkside, Vol. 1
by Fat Joe
July 27, 2010
Fat Joe's latest album features Busta Rhymes, Clipse, Cam'ron, Lil Wayne, Rico Love, TA, Too Short, Trey Songz, and Young Jeezy as guests.
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378.
Rainforest
by Clams Casino
July 5, 2011
Producer Mike Volpe's follow-up to his instrumental mixtape is his latest five-track EP.
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379.
Dust
by Muggs
March 11, 2003
The first true solo album for the Cypress Hill DJ includes vocal appearances by Amy Trujillo, Everlast, Josh Todd (Buckcherry), and Greg Dulli (Afghan Wigs).
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380.
Taste The Secret
by Ugly Duckling
June 17, 2003
The sophomore effort for the quirky Long Beach-based alt-rap trio is a concept album about their alleged time spent working at a fast food chain called Meatshake. Really.
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381.
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.
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382.
Music for My Friends
by Skyzoo
June 23, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances from such artists as Bilal, Black Thought (of The Roots), Apollo Brown, and Jadakiss.
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383.
CHAOS NOW*
by Jean Dawson
October 7, 2022
The latest full-length release for Los Angeles-based artist Jean Dawson features guest appearances from George Clanton and Earl Sweatshirt.
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![Str8 Killa [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/6/e0f67ce8a29a831da56c2c91ba7059f3-98.jpg)
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384.
Str8 Killa [EP]
by Freddie Gibbs
August 3, 2010
This eight-track EP follows on the heels of his 2009 independent mixtapes, The Miseducation of Freddie Gibbs and midwestganstaboxframecadillacmuzik.
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385.
OST
by Notorious (Notorious B.I.G.)
January 13, 2009
The soundtrack to the movie about Notorious B.I.G. features many of his singles and new songs sung by Jay-Z, Santogold, Jadakiss, Faith Evans and the late rapper's son CJ.
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386.
Trauma Factory
by nothing,nowhere.
February 19, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the Vermont-based emo-rap artist features guest appearances from Judge, Kennyhoopla and Misogi.
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387.
Kamikaze
by Eminem
August 31, 2018
The surprise release from the Detroit rapper features guest appearances from Joyner Lucas, Jessie Reyez, Royce 5'9", and Def Jam Records president Paul Rosenberg.
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388.
Graduation
by Kanye West
September 11, 2007
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389.
Relapse
by Eminem
May 19, 2009
The Detroit rapper returns with his first album in five years, which features guest appearances by 50 Cent and producer Dr. Dre.
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390.
Astroworld
by Travis Scott
August 3, 2018
The third solo release for the rapper features guest appearances and contributions from such artist as 21 Savage, James Blake, Drake, John Mayer, Frank Ocean, Pharrell, Quavo, Swae Lee, Tame Imapala, Sevn Thomas, Thundercat, and The Weeknd.
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![Coloring Book [Mixtape]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/0/7902ec6adb06f82187cfed5dfefd8cc9-98.jpg)
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391.
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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392.
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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393.
GO:OD AM
by Mac Miller
September 18, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the Pittsburgh rapper features guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Chief Keef, Lil B, Miguel and Little Dragon.
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394.
Year Of The Snitch
by Death Grips
June 22, 2018
The sixth full-length studio release for the Sacramento experimental hip-hop trio features contributions from Andrew Adamson and Tool's Justin Chancellor.
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395.
The Divine Feminine
by Mac Miller
September 16, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Pittsburgh rapper feature gusset appearances from Bilal, CeeLo Green, Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar, Njomza, Anderson .Paak, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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396.
Surf
by Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment
May 29, 2015
The collaborative debut album from Chance The Rapper with Donnie Trumpet features Peter CottonTale, Nate Fox, and Greg Landfair, Jr., with guest appearances from Erykah Badu, Big Sean, Busta Rhymes, J. Cole, and Janelle Monae.
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![Prima Donna [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/0/41008402e9afdca5bf048f014dc1a635-98.jpg)
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397.
Prima Donna [EP]
by Vince Staples
August 26, 2016
The second EP for the Southern California rapper features guest appearances from Kilo Kish and A$AP Rocky.
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398.
My Krazy Life
by YG
March 18, 2014
The debut full-length studio release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from Drake, Jeezy, Kendrick Lamar, Jay Rock, Schoolboy Q, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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399.
Habits & Contradictions
by ScHoolboy Q
January 14, 2012
A$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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400.
Xen
by Arca
November 4, 2014
This is the second full-length release for producer Alejandro Ghersi, who is known for his work on Kanye West’s Yeezus and FKA twigs albums.
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