Summary:The debut full-length studio release for the Tennessee rap artist features guest appearances from Deacon Blues, Kari Faux, Hugh Augustine, Kendrick Lamar, Jay Rock, SiR, Syd the Kid, SZA, and Zacari.
While the album may have been crafted during a two-year tsunami of struggle, Isaiah Rashad still manages to sound as calm as an ocean’s gentle waves; sounding so effortless has never taken so much effort.
It’s not as ambitious as it could have been, but it works due to its sheer expressiveness, one man going through the motions and chronicling every movement, a tirade in the purest sense.
Cilvia Demo was a taste of who he is, and now this album paints a complete picture of himself and where he is in his life right now. He lets his rhymes and observations do the talking, and the end result is one of the most refreshing rap records of the year.
Both Doris and The Sun’s Tirade are filled with sleepy beats, are overly long, and while Earl Sweatshirt sounded mechanical and detached through most of that album, Isaiah Rashad has yet to really develop his persona/presence.
While the production on this album brings a multifaceted sonic support system into the picture, its own repetitive nature, along with that of Rashad’s lyricism, lead to exhaustive monotony.
This, I believe, is Isaiah's TPAB moment, which is pretty impressive given the fact that this is his debut studio album. This album is full ofThis, I believe, is Isaiah's TPAB moment, which is pretty impressive given the fact that this is his debut studio album. This album is full of meaningful lyrics, jazzy productions and great guest features. To Rashad fans, don't be dismayed from the first listen, you need to keep listening to the album in order to understand and enjoy it. The Sun's Tirade is not a vapid mainstream trap rap album like say Travis Scott "Birds in the Trap", but a well developed , thoughtful hip hop album for those who want their rappers to tell a story they can relate too, not vapid lyrics like "smoke some, drink some, pop one" or "stroke my cactus" ala Travis Scott. Zaywop on the come up!…Expand
2016's album of the year. As like Blonde and fine wine, this album took time to grow, but gets better with every listen. Relatable lyrics,2016's album of the year. As like Blonde and fine wine, this album took time to grow, but gets better with every listen. Relatable lyrics, extremely catchy melodies, flows, and with good punchlines. An album I can come back to any day, any month. Album quietly achieves masterpiece status…Expand
I have been listening to this album from 2016, but from 2019, I took a break from it, I downloaded it again! Damn, the album is good! I guessI have been listening to this album from 2016, but from 2019, I took a break from it, I downloaded it again! Damn, the album is good! I guess I will die listening to it! The albums is smooth throughout! Made me love Isaiah than them all rappers!…Expand
Rashad is a hugely exciting prospect from TDE and I loved his debut 'Cilvia Demo'. His sophomore project is a hazy, laid back album with greatRashad is a hugely exciting prospect from TDE and I loved his debut 'Cilvia Demo'. His sophomore project is a hazy, laid back album with great lyricism and beats throughout. Kendrick's feature is stunning and Isaiah compliments him fantastically on 'Wat's wrong?'. Isaiah has cemented himself in my mind as a fantastic artist and one to watch for the future.…Expand
When you're signed to TDE, you're expected to put out quality work, and I believe Isaiah came through with his debut album. One of the biggerWhen you're signed to TDE, you're expected to put out quality work, and I believe Isaiah came through with his debut album. One of the bigger concerns with his previous project was the lack of crisp production, and I think "The Sun's Tirade" really steps it up when it comes to the quality in production. With that being said, I think the lyrical ability that we get from Isaiah on this project is not up to par with his EP. Yes there are many standout moments through the album, many that come in the first half, but I thought that "Cilvia Demo" showcased Rashad's talents a lot more than his latest work, but I digress. I thought that the concepts and themes of most of the songs were very interesting, especially after these rough last couple of years for the fellow rapper. One of the biggest problems with this album for me though was all of the extra fat that was left on the track listing that didn't need to be there. While there are great topics expressed throughout the album, there are many instances where the same topics come up more than once to the point where it sounds like a broken record. On a more positive note though I believe that Isaiah delivers a very chill, smooth, and joyful project for his fans to enjoy. I believe listeners will enjoy the different type of production on this album compared to his other label-mates' projects, and if you have liked Isaiah in the past then you'll most likely enjoy him in this debut album. Those that love soothing production and dark topics will enjoy this album, but I think this is a middle-of-the-road project in the TDE discography. I'm pleased with what Zay gave us, and I am interested to see what he comes up with next.…Expand
Compared to Cilvia demo, this album is a huge step backwards. While there are moments of innovative and creative music, most of it is muddledCompared to Cilvia demo, this album is a huge step backwards. While there are moments of innovative and creative music, most of it is muddled together without any take off point. I've listened to this album about 5 times through now, and i wanted to love it because i think he is one of the best new artists, but i could not and remain highly disappointed.…Expand
