C-Lo - 817 Most Wanted

C-Lo - 817 Most Wanted

C-Lo is a rapper from Fort Worth, TX. He is also affiliated with the legendary P.K.O. and the Youngsta Mafia Family. 817 Most Wanted was released in 1993 on Youngsta Records. Production is handled by Magic Mark of P.K.O., Mike E.D., DJ AK, K-Mac and A.J. The beats can simply be described as that old school southern funk. They contain nothing but hard drums fused with whinny synths that are tranquilly laced over some steady samples. The lyrics also carry the same vibe. C-Lo has that aggressive ability to catch a beat. He delivers the rough rhymes at a solid rate and definitely keeps them roguish. Features are made by P.K.O. and Candi. The album falls in at a mere eleven tracks but they are all sovereign. Although the record contains genuine content, it was generally neglected and dismissed due to its heavy nature.

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Slim Chance - Round Here

Slim Chance - Round Here
Slim Chance is a rapper from Lafayette, LA. Round Here was released in 2003 on Global Entertainment. Production is handled by DJ Dolby D and Terrance Evan. It is certainly of exceptional quality. The beats are built with thick layers of southern groove and they easily carry sophisticated rhythms. Slim dominates the mic through a wide range of skills. His flow is laid back but he can definitely speed the pace up at any given moment. Tracks are also filled with soothing hooks and choruses. The most intriguing thing about his lyrics, is his attitude of an optimist. Guest appearances are made by the Water World Boyz. The musical flair presented in this album is leisurely diverse. In today's music, that is not amply common and sometimes its even nonexistent. All in all the record contains a broad variety of topics and its very well crafted. It combines various styles so the end result is a work of art that has the power to appeal to all.

DMG - Chek

DMG - Chek
DMG is a very prolific rapper originally from St. Paul, MN but he has also resided in Houston, TX. He began rapping locally in 1984 around the St. Paul and Minneapolis area. In 1988 he formed a group with DJ Tek and Young Grimmy known as The Deep. The trio did not quite work out and DMG ended up signing a solo deal with Rap-A-Lot Records. He was also a member in the group Facemob and the world renowned, Geto Boys. DMG debuted in 1993 with the cold blooded record called "Rigormortiz." After a ten year solo haitus, he returned in 2003 with another solid effort known as "Black Roulette." Chek, is basically the album before the album. Its a mix tape that serves as a prequel to his highly anticipated upcoming album which is appropriately named, "Checkmate." Chek was released in 2007 on his own label entitled, Rogizh Muzik. Production is provided by Mr. Walton and it seems to be mildly generic. Although several cuts are banging and some even stand out. A few of the beats are original, while the rest of them are borrowed from other artists. DMG returns with a vengeance on the mic. He jarringly rips through the tracks with his rough tone and roguish persona. His delivery hasn't changed much, it is still as raw and profound as it was back then. Guest appearances on the mix tape are made by C-Bo, Yukmouth, Lil' Flip, T-Rex, Young Grimmy and Cold Heart. The album also contains the next installment to the original "You Don't Hear Me Doe." Overall the record holds a lengthy collection of prime tracks. Also the letters DMG stand for Detrimental Ganxta.

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T-Boy - City Of Lights

T-Boy - City Of Lights
T-Boy is a rapper from the northside of Houston, TX. He is also affiliated with the Infamous Playa Family. This is his debut album and it was released in 2000 on Game Tite Records. The entire production is done by Mario Ayala. He gave the record an innovative feel and the sound can ultimately be described as some solid southern funk. The beats are a derived through multiple instruments and they certainly fit T-Boy's style of flow. The lyrics are filled with word play and they carry delectable rhyme schemes as well. He also conveys them at a sensible rate of speed. Guest appearances are made by Lil' Byrd and Bernstein of the Infamous Playa Family. The album is a bit on the short side with only eleven tracks but they are all top notch. Although the record contains commendable quality material, somehow it still went unnoticed.

Klondike Kat - Mobbin' Muzik Melodies

Klondike Kat - Mobbin' Muzik Melodies
Klondike Kat is a multi talented artist from the neighborhood of South Park in Houston, TX. He's a genuine lyricist, a marvelous producer and an excellent singer. He has been in the business for over twenty years and is very well respected. He also holds membership in the legendary South Park Coalition as well as the infamous Killa Klan. He debuted in 1993 with the album, "The Lyrical Lion." Mobbin' Muzik Melodies is his sophomore effort and it was released in 1997 on Beatbox Records. Production on the album is managed by Icey Hott of Street Military, Mo' Dangerous, Stro, Richard Johnson and Klondike Kat. The beats are assembled with twangy guitars, an ample amount of bass and forceful synths. The array of tracks are soundly mixed and they carry the album especially well. Kat can deliver his rhymes with an approximate sense of ease. His style is unique and his verses flourish with broad subjects. He possesses a vivid vocabulary and leisurely displays it on every ballad. Along with that, he boldly sings most of the hooks and choruses. Guest appearances are made by members of the Killa Klan and the South Park Coalition. That include the likes of Pharoah, Icey Hott, Lil' Flea, Burton Boyz, Fakkulty, K-Rino, Dope-E, Point Blank, Ganksta NIP, Ice Lord, PSK-13, A.C. Chill, Blunt, Jam, Big 20 and Felony. The album also contains two notorious cuts that have ever graced a record. One of them is an eight minute long anthem of the superior Killa Klan known as, "Loc'ed Out Drop Top." The other is a nine minute long S.P.C. tribute, which happens to be the next installment to the original "Murder Script." All in all the record can simply be justified as a melodic classic. Klondike Kat showcases his capability as a pure artist and he certainly provides the underground with a complete masterpiece.

Cl' Che' - Clasyfyd Lady

Cl' Che' - Clasyfyd Lady

Cl' Che' is a female rapper and singer from Houston, TX. She is known through out the south for her avid singing ability as well as her excellent rapping skills. She is also among the few ladies out of Houston to gain national recognition. Clasyfyd Lady is her debut album and it was released in 1998 on After Life Music & Entertainment. Production is handled by the likes of Double D, Chicken Hawk and Rakesh "Roc" Jacob. They provide solid beats using multiple instruments and choice samples. Cl' Che' manages to flow over them with ease. Her obliging voice is mixed through twenty tracks of singing and rhyming. She certainly does possess an admirable amount of lyrical flair. Featuring artists are Hawk of the Screwed Up Click, Lil' Scrappy, Peaches, S.O.U.L., Co-Co, Vizual, Prophecies, Rhonda Laws and Thomas J. Boyce. The core content is a blend of smooth course Hip-Hop fused with elements of the Gangsta Rap genre. Overall the record was a wonderful effort that helped jump start her career while also giving the diva a taste of mainstream stardom.

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