Tha Gangsta Rap Odyssey

Yo, roll with me as I dive into Chuckyy for the first time. This cat’s reppin’ for the young rappers out here. Am I gonna vibe with this, or is it too new for my taste? Let’s peep his Bloodbathh Vol.1 album and see how it hits. I’ll check out a couple videos too. Are you feelin’ Chuckyy? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #chuckyy #chicagorap #hiphopmusic

Let's get into Ma$e's 1997 album "Harlem World." We’re kicking things off by cracking open the physical CD and even the tape! We’re gonna break this album down track by track, and at the end, we’ll settle the score: is Ma$e dropping a gangsta classic here, or is he just some Disney Rapper made for the spotlight? 00:00 Introduction 04:23 Sales and Cap Reviews (Wiki) 06:26 The Physic...

Get ready for some real talk as we dive into Eastsidaz's latest drop, "Still Easty." You know these cats are bringing that classic gangsta vibe, and with it being a fresh release from Death Row Records, you already know it's gotta be all gangsta or nothing. We’re hittin’ play on this joint to see if they deliver the heat. So, roll through and check it out live with us. Let’s find o...

In this dope episode, we dive deep into the legendary world of Mastamind, a true heavyweight from Detroit’s hip-hop scene. We’re talkin’ about his groundbreaking records and how he came up in the game, laying down those raw rhymes that put him on the map. The streets know him, and if you’re down with that gangsta ish from the D, you already recognize the name. We also get into the nitty-gritty of...

Celebrating the Legacy of Bone Thugs N Harmony's EST 1999 Album. Let’s take a trip back to ’95 and check out Bone’s classic, E. 1999 Eternal. I’ll crack open the physical CD, share my favorite tracks, and watch a couple of videos at the end. Of course, we’ll talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly. What do you think? Is this the crown jewel of Ruthless Records?

Let’s check out this underrated classic from Hoobangin Records.

In this episode of Legends we talk Hussein Fatal. 2Pac’s right hand man some would say. Maybe the most popular Outlaw of the crew. We talk his early days with Pac, the Hitem Up track that put him on the map, his time at Rap-A-Lot and then Murder Inc work. The homie Dre40oz and I chop it up on the life and times of Hussein Fatal. May he rest in peace! Bruce Edward Washington Jr. (April 3, 1973 – Ju...

Straight from the youtube I bring the audio. Just sippen coffee and discussing this compilation from Rap-A-Lot. Watch the Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/K0izaDnSs1o?si=aD4we3kzNWaKDyto Stream from Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q2wy7VKGFgSIi3q2djUFJ?si=h7sHrYR9T4G5T6BR6lpYEg Check out more at www.gangstarapodyssey.com

Let’s take a listen to this record filled with classic songs.

In 2003 Ja Rule drops "Blood In My Eye" The ultimate response record. Going back to his gangsta rap roots, he brings in the little homies from Murder Inc and the Outlaw's Hussein Fatal! We get into the physci of Ja from every angle track to track and in the end grade the record. This is a retrospect/review/physical. Change Gon Come Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=wHlNZS-6f3b...

In 2008 Tech N9Ne drops his double album called "Killer". With 32 tracks, this is a true double disc. How does it hold up in 2024? Let's dive in. I haven't heard this record in a long time so it's a revisit / reaction.  Is it still dope in 2024? Is Tech too far out there? Let's dive in.   gangstarapodyssey.com   Stream the record here:  https://open.spotify.com/album/0KbWDC...

Per listener request, I’m gonna check out Rocco & Ramirez. This album came out a few years ago and I’m finna check out every track and give it an unfair score right off the cuff. Steam it: https://open.spotify.com/album/5n08iLe0rtrvQ3wg3UhWN3?si=kgdre0DRTvGx3WpX_BwkPw Check out the website for more: www.gangstarapodyssey.com Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, all...

It's time to revisit Nas's Hip Hop Is Dead! We break it down track by track. Let's get into the Good the Bad and The Ugly, the best verse and the Crown Jewel of the record. Where do you rank this album among Nas's best? I put it in my top 3 fa sho.   Steam it: https://open.spotify.com/album/3VjTJ0iyyfk7P7b9iBv6CF?si=71j46HUZR32TfCh6-BH9xA   Check out the website for more: www.grang...

In this episode I react to hit songs I've never heard before. These songs have millions of listens on streaming so I picked some out and decided to peep. Are these dope or not? Some of them are tight. List below: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/27xfvITzpBsnqXKgZAthbj?si=1b27907cc19d4e4f Checkout the new website: www.gangstarapodyssey.com 02:01 Stay Fly (3-6 Mafia) 05:56 Hoody Hooo (Tru) 09:0...

Benzino drops Arch Nemesis in 2005 while still feuding with Shady / Aftermath. This record was just recently made available on streaming platforms and I thought it would be a dope time to revisit this record. I'll give it the grade and talk about the good the bad and the ugly. Let me know what you think about this record in the comments. Does it deserve the hate it gets? Sound off! Copyright D...

This week I check out Young Bleed's 1st record "My Balls and My Word". This gem dropped in 1998 and I took it for a spin for the first time. Many of y'all say it's the best No Limit Record ever. I can't disagree it's a banger alright. Let's talk about the good the bad and the ugly and where this record really pops off and the Crown Jewel of this project.

Let's checkout this lost gem of a record. Kausion, the only record they really dropped on Ice Cube's Lynch Mob Records. Gonzoe Rest in Peace! This record is bad ass! It's been a lost classic for me. Let me know what you guys think about this album in the comments. Checkout the new podcast for more content not on Youtube Coming Soon! https://open.spotify.com/show/3SceEZwgB95ueRkimxpcza?...

In 2000 Death Row Records releases a Snoop Album with top notch production but left over vocals from Snoop’s Doggfather era. The end result? Well, you’d be surprised! We got Soopafly, Daz, Big Hutch and LT Hutton on the beats.  Let’s check it out and peep the physical CD. Video Here Snoop Dogg (Dead Man Walkin) The Physical & Review - Is It Dope Today? https://youtu.be/QCqBu_PgVXw Check out th...

Esham dropped a new EP last week and I finally got the physical CD. Let's check out this short record track by track and look at the physical. Stream the album everywhere from Spotify or Apple. Or get the physical at acidrap.com https://open.spotify.com/album/0DfZGzwKbmtEtziu2w1Dbr?si=r0nZBNWsQzSBWsKBBAToNw Other Links: Check out the new podcast! Tha Gangsta Rap Throwback, for more Gangsta Rap...

Not to be outdone by his Bone Brothers, Krayzie Bone drops his own solo for the 2024! After his hospital scare late last year, Krayzie bounced back doing shows and a full length album. This is a spiritual record and at age 50, he spits no bullshit. But is it dope? Let's check it out and give it the grade. Support the channel and subscribe to the podcasts: Tha Gangsta Rap 5 For 5: https://redci...

In this episode I just want to talk about the Brother Marquis and some 2 Live Crew. BMQ was a pioneer for gangsta rap, hip hop and free speech really. His lyrics will forever float around in my head! His Mixtape     • Brother Marquis (2 Live Crew) - Botto...   His Final? Song Time To Learn https://music.apple.com/us/album/time... VLAD TV Interview:     • Brother Marquis on Forming 2 Live Cre...  ...

"Death Row" Records drops a new Dogg Pound album in 2024! It's the real deal. But it is real good? Yeah it is. Is it real Death Row? Now that remains the question. Let's dive into this record and chat about the good the bad and the ugly. Is this worthy of having the Death Row logo on it? Let's discuss it, review it and score it. Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/album/6fec...

In the year 2009, 50 Cent drops his final record on Aftermath / Shady. Let's listen to every track and discuss what we have here. A classic? His best record? In the end I'll give a grade with the very prestige report card: or ? We'll be the judge of that! I also open up the physical and check out the art work. Streamed off Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4kaCrosmqvvrPUEAwcnC3s?...

Spice 1 is back with his 15th album. This one he gets his flowers. With heavey hitting featured artists like Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg and a lot more, this turns out to be like Mack 10's Recipe more than anything. This is a conversation peice filled with banger after banger. I graded this album an A so enjoy the ride and go bump some Spice 1. I listened to it here: https://music.apple.com/us/album...

In 1996 Rhythm D produced this album starring Fred Fonk and R&B. The duo known as "Me and My Cousin"! Let's revisit this album as I haven't heard it in way over 20 years. Is it a classic? Or nah? Let's give it a spin! Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, te...