811 & Ph.D. - One Shot One Kill

811 & Ph .D. - One Shot One Kill
811 & Ph.D. are a duo from Fort Worth, TX. One Shot One Kill is their debut album and it was released in 1995 on Birdmine Records. Production was handled by Ernie G. and Romeo Rondeau. The beats are heavily southern funk influenced and do contain some very nice synths. The lyrics are dope as well. The two rappers contribute with hard rhymes and make sure the lyrics stay vicious. Overall the record manages to hold its own but it is still highly under rated and slept on.

Born Dead - Sleeping On The Grave

http://c0faa340.linkbucks.com

Born Dead also known as the Born Dead Click is a group from Atlanta, GA. Representing out of the southeast, Sleeping On The Grave was released in 1996 on Born Dead Records. The four members are Death Wish, Terror, Undertaker and Air Tite. Production on this dope 5 track album was done by Funky Sam. The beats are smooth and are laced with heavy amounts of southern funk. The lyrics are hard and strictly gangsta. All four members are lyrical and they easily express their skills. Although this album is very rare and short, it still doesn't excuse itself from the dope content.

Lokee - Voodoo Gangsta Funk

Lokee - Voodoo Gangsta Funk
Lokee is a rapper from the notorious 7th Ward of New Orleans, LA. This is his second album and it was released in 1996 on Tombstone Records. Production was handled by DJ Tee, Ice Mike, Merrill "Real Roc" Robinson and Lokee. The beats are straight fire and contain some cryptic samples. Lyrics are very hardcore as well. His rhymes are eerie yet fast. They also hold solid amounts of word play. This album has one appearance and its by Magnolia Slim aka Soulja Slim. Lokee was always seemed ahead of his time. The production and the lyrics not only prove that but also show versatility and not to mention his own unique style which he likes to call Voodoo Gangsta Funk.

Deadly Verses
Torture

J-Dawg - Smokin' & Rollin'

J-Dawg - Smokin' & Rollin'
J-Dawg is a rapper from New Orleans, LA. He is known for his violently themed fast paced style of flow. He is also one half of the group, Black Menace. This album was released in 1997 on Big Boy Records. Production was excellently done by the likes of Precise, Ice Mike and David Faulk. The beats are made to bang and they fit J's style perfectly. Lyrics are good and J-Dawg makes sure he provides them efficiently. Although at times it seems that he loses interest in his vocal arsenal because he resorts to simple word play and common rhyme schemes. Featuring artists on the record are Ice Mike, Che', Insane and Playboy Shaburnke (also known as Tim Smooth). In 2004, after 5 years of not making any music, J-Dawg released his "Greatest Hits" album on Big Boy Records. Then came the legal technicalities and other issues, mainly concerning royalties which ended the longtime partnership between J-Dawg and Big Boy Records. J was working diligently on his next project, which was considered to be his best work yet. In 2005, he lost everything he had due to Hurricane Katrina. Since then he has kept the fire burning for his music career and is currently working on his next album. Despite everything, J-Dawg will always be remembered as an originator, a hit maker and as an ice cold lyricist.

The Infamous X-Mann - The Man Behind The Madness

The Infamous X-Mann - The Man Behind The Madness

The Infamous X-Mann is a rapper from the northside of Houston, TX. He first started in 1995, when he joined the Trinity Garden Cartel. Back then he was known as X Da Hitman. He is also the founder of X-Werks Entertainment. X-Mann went on to release two albums with the group, TGC. This is his debut solo album and it was released in 1998 on X-Werks Entertainment. Production was done by Andre Foster and KG of the O.G.C. The beats are straight up Texas funk and contain nothing but solid bass lines and twangy synths. X was always known for his hard lyrics and street style. He certainly lives up to that reputation on this one. Featuring on the album is KG, K.I.D. of DSMC, Mr. Marl, Corey Davis and Ms. Lashea Crawford. This is another solid album from the former member of The Cartel. The raw force delivery and the variety of material makes this record very overwhelming from start to finish.

Deadly Verses

Learn how to get your song on itunes at ReverbNation.com

G-Rapp The General - Military Mindz: Chopped & Screwed

G-Rapp The General - Military Mindz: Chopped & Screwed
G-Rapp The General is a well known and respected producer from Houston, TX. He has worked with many underground artists from the city. Members of the S.P.C. and the Killa Klan have all paid homage to this man. His work is very genuine and he exemplifies his mastery of skills on every record or track he produces. This commemoration album was released in 2008 on Beatbox Records. The album was chopped & screwed by Beltway 8 Records. All the effects, and mixing are impeccable. Featuring on the album is Street Military, Z-Ro, Trae, Bam, Fakkulty, Gang Society and Mafia Genie. Military Mindz was a great compilation album by the legendary Killa Klan and one that deserves to be chopped & screwed by someone as worthy as Beltway 8.

D - Straight Texas Hoodlum

D - Straight Texas Hoodlum

D is a rapper from Trinity Garden, which is located on the northside of Houston, TX. D and his longtime friend, J.F. started Cartel Records in the early 90's. D was also the leader of the infamous group, Trinity Garden Cartel. This album was released in 1995 on Cartel Records. Production was managed by the great Mike B and Loranzo Samuels while it is congenially mixed by the legendary, Mike Dean. Beats are straight up southern fried funk. They contain deep bass lines and some menacing hooks. D's flow is always original. His delivery is hard and his vile tone can be easily heard on every track. Featuring on the album is DMG and Reginald Hackett. Although D is in prison right now and is serving a 25 year sentence, this was by far one of the greatest albums ever released by him and Cartel Records. This record's rarity and under rated demeanor makes it one that should be coveted for its pure content.

Deadly Verses

Learn how to get your music heard at ReverbNation.com