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#21
Jul 8, 2003
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Soleternity review:

Promising young upstart Soleternity has been producing exceptional beats for the better portion of a decade. With his latest offering, “Brotherly Love -The Prologue” (Brotherly Love consists of producer/rapper Soleternity and rapper Big Meezy) Sole has once again crafted exceptional production to compliment well balanced vocals from Big Meezy, Black Roz, Medusa, and of course Soleternity himself.

“The Prologue” boasts an excellent showcase of diverse talents. Big Meezy openly displays a comfort in his delivery that shouts unquestionable confidence. With a raspy voice that could be compared to a hoarse Big Syke, Meezy incorporates his own unique brand of enunciation that helps distance himself from the average rapper in today’s flooded market. Soleternity on the other hand utilizes a smooth, felicitous delivery that merges seamlessly with each refined beat produced. The two manage to compile a highly professional sound, with no clear protagonist at the helm of creativity. Not to go unnoticed, Black Roz and Medusa do an excellent job of creating radio friendly, and highly memorable choruses throughout the album. From vocals, to instrumentation: listeners will more than likely appreciate such a fine tuned package.

What should, without a doubt earn serious notoriety, is the simple fact that this duo is more than capable of manufacturing a significant offering in today’s watered down market. “Head Body”, “Thru Talkin” and “What It Do” are industry ready, and could each make for compelling singles in today’s commercial market. Black Roz’s vocals aide in the separation from innocuous, to substantial chorus’ , and really help to diffuse any potentially devoid elements to the aforementioned songs. The combination of elite rhyme work, compelling beats and irresistibly catchy choruses quickly establishes this project as a seldom seen upper echelon offering. R&B fans, rap fans, and pop fans will likely embrace this release with little to no skepticism. Even the myopic crowds will find difficulty in simply dismissing this album.

While “The Prologue” is labeled a ‘mixtape’, it could easily be best described as a glorified sampler. That’s not to say this collection is anything less than impressive. In fact, the combination of Soleternity and Big Meezy is quite polished, and technically, as sound a pair as could be asked for. “The Prologue” also incites a genuine desire to hear Brotherly Love’s official debut album. Those issues considered, I think this mixtape is a highly successful piece of work. The goal of releasing a mixtape is (in most cases) to generate interest in a planned future release. Congratulations gentlemen, mission accomplished.
 
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Sicc OG
#22
Jul 8, 2003
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Sun Zoo review:

Rhode Island rap product Sun Zoo returns with his Veggie Co. Records debut release: “Roads On The Earth“. The album is the third release in just two years for the newly signed artist, and to this critical ear, the young m.c.‘s strongest effort to date. Where previous releases “Hope Flies” (2006) and “Can’t See The Forest” (2007) contained heavy political and conscious undertones, “Roads On The Earth” adheres to a more personally relevant, direct approach to life that Sun Zoo relays very convincingly.

“Roads” drastically distances itself from it’s predecessors in one crucial area: production. While both of Zoo’s previous albums offered appealing and intelligent beat selections, “Roads On The Earth” summons a sense of absolute cohesiveness. Instrumentals, and vocals seem to merge into one, in such appropriate fashion, the end result is nearly unintentionally precocious. Worry not, the album stays true to a humble and personable path, and Sun Zoo‘s approachable persona is an overdue breath of fresh air.

The Rhode Island rappers notorious affinity for Chinese culture resonates throughout the bulk of the album, and the homage is often executed in flawless fashion. While “Suibian”, “Calm Seas” and “Roads On The Earth” clearly reflect that Chinese influence; “Morning After”, “A Day On The Train” and “November Alone (Part 2)” all break the restraints of uniformity, and help to manufacture a startling sense of diversity. Zoo implores the usage of an unorthodox, (but) polished delivery, and a plethora of clever witticisms to create an exciting, and intriguing listening experience. Perhaps most important and defining however, is the fact that it’s a memorable listening experience.

Existing fans will respect, and appreciate the growth and maturity displayed on “Roads On The Earth”. New fans will likely find no trouble falling in love with some beautiful production and welcoming topics. Zoo’s delivery is creative, and highly entertaining, and he’s proven his production skills are unquestionably elite. What helps this album to work so well, is not the fact that Zoo understands the importance of delivery and beat, but the importance of taking both elements and combining them into one successful piece. Whether a first time listener, or long time fan, “Roads On The Earth” is not likely to disappoint. It’s a refined body of work that offers a little something for everyone.
 
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