Tha Gangsta Rap Odyssey

In 2005 this record dropped under the radar. Death Row was running on fumes but still managed to drop what I consider to be one of the dopest Kurupt projects. What adds to the strangeness of this album, are the missing tracks that made it to "Down and Dirty", the missing Petey Pablo track and then the tracks that were straight up cut for good. Including "No Vaseline 2". It's al...

Let's check out Benny The Butcher's latest jam "Everybody Can't Go". The white collar gangsta is back with his 4th album and I've never heard a Benny album in my life. This should be dope with Hit Boy and The Alchemist on the beats. Let's dive in! Stream his album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/13IanJ8zx7YcCJ5yIvArIq?si=w09lLt77SjqsAM6Tq299bg Copyright Discl...

Random cuts and this week in Hip Hop History. Video version available @ https://www.youtube.com/live/0gQCpkTlx-Q?si=YNP_WUogrDfKEAy7 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

This record came out September 12, 2020. I remember when it came out and there were T-shirts, posters and vinyls to get. Today? The record is nowhere to be found. It's a rare physical buy. I was hyped. I listened to the record from front to back like I always do when Bizzy drops. Soaking in every word and beat. However... I walked away unimpressed.  In 2024, I decided to listen to it with a mo...

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Doggy's Angels , or later known as Tha Angels, formed of: Big Chan (Chan Gaines), Coniyac (Kim Proby-Davis) and Kola Loc (Kola Marion). This record is packed with super producers, some surprise features and the closest to a Big Chan solo we gonna get. I take a look at the CD after buying it off Ebay, and give the CD a listen. In the end, I grade it and talk about what I just heard. Producers o...

In this episode I listen to Mac's "Shell Shocked" for the first time and give it a grade. Find out what tracks were fire, mid and skippers. In my uneducated opinion after just 1 listen. Listen to the album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/0I7aPz... Listen to my growing Ultimate No Limit Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4o6... Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotif...

This week in Rap history and a discussion on random Gangsta cuts from Apple Music. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

1st Listen time, this week it's The Luniz (Lunatik Muzik). What a roster of features yo. From B-Legit, E-40, Swoop-G to 2 Live Crew! It's a hell of a ride. Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/album/2jmi0C5fbBUvj5bsn2bQRW?si=x4YIpT88RDCtsYPUJrySEw Check out our new homepage at www.thagetback.com Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair...

In this episode I revisit Nas's "Stillmatic" record. How does it sound in 2024? Hella dope of course. I run through each track and do a someowhat reaction and review. I love this album though. Let's check it out. The Good The Bad and the Ugly. Spotify Link To album: https://open.spotify.com/album/0cLzuJG2UDa0axMQkF7JR6?si=gUlFxDo3SwOukHDhFybzEQ Check out our new homepage at www.tha...

Just getting on here live doing the thing. Letting Apple Music serve up some gangsta shit. Reading the comments and going live. Peep. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

Never in my life have I heard a "Hypnotize Minds" album. In 2024, this is my first. Tear Da Club Up Thugs "Crazy In Da Last Dayz". I check it out and give my thoughts. As a West Coast Whiz Kid, I wanna know how gangsta is this? There's a star studded feature list so it's gotta be good right? Let's find out. Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/album/7c2vgd6qltoG2fAGZN...

On this episode I list 9 "Undeniable" Records you need to hear before you croak! We're gonna have a little fun on this one. What makes them undeniable? What makes them stand the test of time? I don't know man, I discuss though. Each record's from a different era pretty much. Did any of these albums take you back? Let me know in the comments. Check out our website for the archiv...

This album brings that Death Row mystique and is considered by many the last G-Funk album from Death Row. The end of an era if you will, pre-2Pac. This is Tha Revisit of Tha Dogg Pound's "Dogg Food" Album. This came out in 1995 and I never bumped it straight through till now. Several tracks I've just heard for the first time. Let's check out the CD in a physical reveal, talk ab...

Let's chill and check out the random cuts served up by my "Radio" station. It's just an easy episode talking about whoever pops up. Devin The Dude Bun-B Bone Thugs-N-Harmoney Ice Cube And plenty more. My Apple Music Radio Link: https://music.apple.com/us/station/11523s-station/ra.u-7418f12cc3bdd41a1abb70ff757aa95f Check out our website for the archives and videos of all reviews and...

On this Re-Up it’s MC REN’s “Kizz My Black Azz” on deck. The album dropped in 1992 with production by Bobcat and the late DJ Train. It was a Ruthless gem and MC Ren at his most raw. A young Ren is what many rappers grew up on. Heck I grew up on it! Lorenzo is a generational gift aint he? Check out this record on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0qClgioeQIv3amFJC4TdbO?si=Ee-E-4NZQcevti1qJjI5...

In my first time listening to this record, I give each track a thumbs up or down! This was requested by yall so let's see what we got. This album came out in 1998 and this group was one and done. Is it that fire of an album? How's it hold up in 2024? Let's find out. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as c...

In this episode it’s a revisit to 1995’s Safe + Sound album by DJ Quik. We all know the record is a classic for sure. I want to talk about why it’s important, what made is leagues ahead of everything else and why DJ Quik is a genius. I also take a look at the physical CD, open it up and check out the artwork. Just like it’s 1995 baby. Is this your favorite Quik Album? Streamed from Apple Music: ht...

Time for another Ruthless Reaction where I listen to a record for the first time and score each song off a whim. Today’s assignment is Lil Kim’s second album “Notorious KIM”. Is it wack? Is it dope? I check out the entire record and let you know what I think. This your daily Gangsta Rap Minute! We got   on deck! The fastest review ever on this joint right here! Check back daily for another Gangsta...

This is The Re-Up episode and we spotlighting Slim Thug's "Boss of all Bosses" Let's bump the entire album and discuss the good the bad and ugly. Check out our website for the archives and videos of all reviews and reactions. www.throwback88.com  Subscribe to our podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or iHeart Radio. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976,...

Let’s take a trip back in time and revisit 3 C-Murder Albums, from the year 1998-2000. Back in the day, I didn't give these a fair shot. So let's run it back in 2024! We got dope producers like LT Hutton in the house and the No Limit camp here. So which is the best and how do these hold up today? Let's check them out. You can write to Corey Miller here: COREY MILLER #556633 P.O. BOX 17...

Yo we on a No Limit kick this week, starting off with a reaction episode of TRU's "Tru 2 Da Game" album that dropped in 1997. Let's see what these cats brought to the table back in the day. I thought it would be dope to see how C-Murder did on this project before the Trilogy episode dropping next where I review his 3 records from 1998-2000. Let me know what you think about this rec...

In 1996 MC Ren dropped the best record of his career. The Villain In Black. With most of the production overssen by Cold187um and more work from Big Jess and other Ruthless producers (Dr. Jam & Madness 4 Real). It was a classic. In this video, I open up the CD (my og disc) scan it, look at every inch. I go through every track and talk about the producers and the song. This is full revisit of M...

So Hit Boy's dad raps? Seriously? Seriously he can't be good. Can he? Here’s the crazy thing, he’s fucking awesome! This record has everything you need. Dope ass beats. A fresh voice in the game and the consistent veteran like “The Game” to help make this a real solid record. Check Out the record and more Big Hit music here: https://bandcamp.com/discover/big-hit Subscribe to our podcast on...

Let's take the new Layzie Bone record for a spin "Hypnotic Rhythms". I pick my favorite songs and give you the good, bad and ugly. Let's take an honest listen to the legendary Layzie in the end of 2023. Check out our website for the archives and videos of all reviews and reactions. www.throwback88.com Album Link here: https://open.spotify.com/album/42AIiMn9cOwY47UJJx6QG5?si=kw1e4y-...