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that,” but 2006 saw a large increase in the other direction,
almost to a point of balance. If not a balance, the
scales of justice are tipping. Just in case your
wondering what albums have tilted the scales, check for
Game Theory, The Shining, Food and Liquor(Hero has an
interesting take on this album by the way), Hell Hath No
Fury, Donuts, Impossible Mission, Chrome Children (the
best compilation since Soundbombing 2) and Hi-Teknology
2. That is quite the impressive list; one that
in the last couple years would have been the end of the list
for the entire year but that only covers a three month period.
This year was full of high
quality
albums throughout the year; it was a great feeling to look at
the new releases every Tuesday, and at least once a month
(sometimes more) see something that sparked your interest.
The last couple years, you were just looking out of habit,
all the while knowing there would be nothing that even
mattered to you. And, that’s not even taking into account
countless other albums that don’t necessary fall into the pure
hop category (Music Dude expounds on this other genre
“Bridge”).
The year also closed in a special way with the release of
More Fish, Hip-Hop is Dead and Tru3 Magic. Music
made great strides this year and if things continue this way –
riding on that momentum – 2007 is poised to be a monster.
Already in the works for next year are anticipated efforts
from Common, Ghostface/MF Doom, Talib Kweli and Kanye, too
name a few. This could the beginning of a Renaissance.
– Uncle
Harry
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