album reviews
Reviews of albums old and new from iconic artists and up and coming musicians alike.
Bennie Cloud: Blending Love, Rap, and Modern Hip Hop Energy
In today’s digital music landscape, independent artists are redefining how audiences experience music. Streaming platforms and social media have created opportunities for talented musicians to build their own audiences without relying solely on traditional industry systems. One emerging voice contributing to this movement is Bennie Cloud, an artist whose sound blends Rap, R&B, Hip Hop, and emotional storytelling into a style that reflects both modern culture and personal expression.
By charliesamuelabout a month ago in Beat
Mr. Pap Star Album Review (2026)
There’s something to be said about an artist who knows exactly who he is and then spends 13 tracks proving it. On Mr. Pap Star, Pap Star embodies confident dominance. The album feels like a manifesto, a therapy session, a victory lap, and a late-night confession booth all wrapped in bass-heavy production and fearless genre play. It’s cohesive without being predictable, and that’s the magic that is Pap.
By Rose "Photobombshell" Mercado, M.A.Ed.about a month ago in Beat
Ye and the Problem with BULLY
Kanye West, known as Ye in recent times, is bound to release his long awaited album, BULLY, on March 20th. However, after over 250 days of delay, will it come out like intended to, or is it just another beautiful, dark, twisted fantasy?
By Andric Chanabout a month ago in Beat
AUX Affairs x TIDAL Are Putting Independent Artists in Rooms That Matter by NWO Sparrow
Hip-Hop Junkie and TIDAL are turning live feedback into real career momentum by NWO Sparrow Quan Williams and TIDAL bridge the gap between underground talent and industry opportunity
By NWO SPARROWabout a month ago in Beat
"The Jam"
The Jam" Documentary Review. The Jam" is a movie/documentary about the band who may just well be the most talented punk rock band. Formed in 1972 and consisting of Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler, all three grew up in Surrey, England.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 months ago in Beat
The Creative Process Behind Kērd Daikur Songs
Behind every memorable piece of music is a story shaped by emotion, intention, and creative discipline. That philosophy is deeply reflected in kērd daikur songs, where sound becomes a personal expression rather than just entertainment. Each track carries a distinct atmosphere, built to connect with listeners on a deeper level—both through recorded releases and kērd daikur live performances.
By kerddaikur2 months ago in Beat
Charlotte Gainsbourg - IRM
I first came across the name Gainsbourg when Charlotte’s dad Serge released “Je T’Aime . Moi Non-Plus” with Jane Birkin which was banned by the BBC for being too naughty. The music was quite pleasant but Serge was never bothered about stepping on moral toes, recording and releasing the song “Lemon Incest” with his daughter. There are several copies on Youtube if you want to investigate and it entered the French charts and number seven peaking at number two, It appeared on Serge’s album “Love on the Beat” in 1985 and Charlotte’s debut album “Charlotte Forever” in 1986.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 months ago in Beat
FML Indeed
Not every song can be a banger. Still, it's sad to be reminded that artists can be incredibly inconsistent and unreliable in terms of quality. Most of the bands and solo artists I follow release new music that I love immediately, so I am not used to hearing a new song that only gets worse the more I listen to it from an artist I previously thought I liked.
By Kay Husnick2 months ago in Beat
