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Daft Punk - Random Access Memories Review
(8.5)
(05.21.2013)
- Bill Wannop
Daft Punk's highly-anticipated album Random Access Memories hits stores today! But is the band's tribute to the 1980s era of music worth giving a spin? 411's Bill Wannop checks in with his full review! |
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Lil Wayne - I Am Not A Human Being II Review (2)
(4.5)
(03.26.2013)
- Tony Acero
Lil Wayne officially hits double digits with his tenth studio album. Is it a standout album above the rest, or does it fall flat in the midst of Wayne's health issues? 411's Tony Acero has the full review inside! |
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Justin Timberlake - The 20/20 Experience Review
(9.0)
(03.19.2013)
- Jeremy Thomas
Justin Timberlake makes his return to music with The 20/20 Experience, his first album in seven years! But is he able to invigorate pop music or is his vision off the mark? 411's Jeremy Thomas checks in with his full review! |
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Gray (Book Review)
(8.5)
(02.27.2013)
- Gina Bortolussi
Pete Wentz of Fall-Out Boy has released a new novel, Gray. How does it stack up? 411's Gina Bortolussi checks in with her review! |
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Tomahawk - Oddfellows Review
(8.0)
(01.29.2013)
- Robert Cooper
Mike Patton's alt-rock supergroup Tomahawk are back with a new album that looks to build upon their cult fanbase! Does it lay down a foundation of rock or sink into the sand? 411's Robert Cooper checks in with his review! |
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A$AP Rocky - Long.Live.A$AP Review
(5.0)
(01.16.2013)
- Tony Acero
A$AP Rocky's anticipated debut solo album Long.Live.A$AP is out in stores! Is it a fresh start for the New York rapper, or does it leave much to be desired? 411's Tony Acero checks in with his full review! |
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Rihanna - Unapologetic Review
(5.0)
(11.20.2012)
- Jeremy Thomas
After a year of controversy, Rihanna returns with her fourth studio album in as many years with the aptly-titled Unapologetic. But does it vindicate her or give her something to apologize for after all? 411's Jeremy Thomas checks in with his full review! |
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Kylesa - From the Vaults Vol.1 Review
(8.5)
(11.20.2012)
- Robert Cooper
Georgia Sludge Metal band Kylesa are here with their first compilation album. Will it make you throw the horns and bang your head, or will it just disappoint us all? 411's Robert Cooper checks in with his full review! |
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Pitbull - Global Warming Review
(3.5)
(11.19.2012)
- Jeremy Thomas
Mr. Worldwide is back with his seventh studio album, Global Warming! But can the star-filled affair help him conquer the world or is it an overstuffed disaster? 411's Jeremy Thomas checks in with his full review! |
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Irata - Vultures Review
(7.5)
(11.16.2012)
- Robert Cooper
Psychedelic rock/metal band Irata have arrived with an EP titled, 'Vultures'. Will it rock us like we've never been rocked before? Or will it undewhelm? 411's Robert Cooper tells you the answer! |
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Christina Aguilera - Lotus Review
(8.0)
(11.13.2012)
- Jeremy Thomas
After a tumultuous two years of highs and lows, Christina Aguilera is back with her latest LP, Lotus. But is it a return to the power vocalist's strengths or another failed misstep? 411's Jeremy Thomas checks in with his full review! |
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Isis - Temporal Review
(8.5)
(11.07.2012)
- Robert Cooper
Isis are back for a final time with a rarities/demos album, will this album live up their legacy of atmospheric sludge or will it put us all to sleep, 411's Robert Cooper will tell you yay or nay! |
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The Sword - Apocryphon Review
(8.5)
(11.06.2012)
- Andy Rackauskas
The Sword produce music that is the soundtrack to a barbarian hacking enemies in the heat of a battle. For three albums, The Sword has delivered unadulterated heavy rock. Will their fourth release prove them worthy, or will it be disregarded as Dungeons & Dragons frivolity? 411's Andy Rackauskas rolls the polygonal dice to determine the fate of “Apocryphon”. |
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Jimmy Cliff - Rebirth Review
(8.0)
(11.06.2012)
- Andy Rackauskas
Jimmy Cliff is a reggae legend. Sadly, many of his recent efforts have been kind of lame. However, did a chance meeting with Rancid’s Tim Armstrong create a record that revitalized Cliff? 411's Andy Rackauskas pops open a Red Stripe and gives Jimmy’s latest album a spin… |
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Danko Jones - Rock And Roll Is Black And Blue Review
(8.5)
(10.25.2012)
- Andy Rackauskas
Danko Jones sweat blood. At least they have in the past. Some of their more recent recordings have not quite been as blood-sweating-worthy as previous efforts. Andy Rackauskas has a close listen to determine if Danko need a sweat rag or a spot in the sell-back bin with their latest effort, “Rock And Roll Is Black And Blue”. |
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Styles of Beyond - Reseda Beach Review
(8.5)
(10.23.2012)
- Bill Wannop
After over 5 years of delays, the heralded underground rappers, have bought back the rights from Warner Bros Records finally release their album Reseda Beach. Does the album stand the test of time and show that major labels know nothing about good music when it comes to hip hop, or should the album have been left in the scrap pile? |
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ZZ Top - La Futura Review
(8.0)
(09.29.2012)
- Andy Rackauskas
ZZ Top has returned to the music scene after a nine year break, and the slick 80’s sound is gone but the boogie blues is still there. 411's Andy Rackauskas gets the keys to the car to see if women still go crazy about sharp dressed men with long beards! |
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Kreayshawn - Somethin Bout Kreay Review
(3.0)
(09.22.2012)
- Tony Acero
The rapper of "Gucci Gucci" follows up her year long hype with the debut album, Somethin Bout Kreay and 411's Tony Acero chimes in with a full review. Does she outlive her fifteen minutes or is her time up! Check out the full review to find out! |
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The Darkness - Hot Cakes Review
(7.5)
(09.05.2012)
- Andy Rackauskas
The Darkness is back. After a break-up and some years off, the band is back with a new album of glam metal /cock rock. Are you up for a 70’s/80’s revival? Andy Rackauskas gets himself a plate of “Hot Cakes” and will let you know if the syrup is sweet or just sticky… |
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Slaughterhouse - Welcome to: Our House Review
(8.8)
(09.01.2012)
- Tony Acero
Slaughterhouse has released their much anticipated album and it's already making waves in the hip hop community. Do they fulfill the role of hip hop saviors as they proclaimed, or is it another run of the mill release? 411's Tony Acero chimes in with his full review! |
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Madchild - Dope Sick Review
(7.5)
(08.28.2012)
- Bill Wannop
Madchild drops his first solo album, Dope Sick. After many years with his group Swollen Members, can Madchild venture out on his own and recapture the magic on the mic or have the years of drugs truly ruined his career? |
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Flobots - The Circle in the Square Review
(9.0)
(08.24.2012)
- Jeremy Thomas
Flobots return with their third studio album of socially-conscious alternative hip-hop! But does The Circle in the Square score more high marks for the band or fall flat? 411's Jeremy Thomas checks in with his full review! |
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Bloc Party - Four Review
(8.0)
(08.21.2012)
- Stewart Lange
Is the new Bloc Party album Four as imaginative as its title, or is the British band's return album as good as their loyal fan base wanted it to be? |
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2 Chainz - Based on a T.R.U. Story Review
(6.0)
(08.17.2012)
- Tony Acero
The former Tity Boi has reinvented himself as 2 Chainz and has taken over the world the last couple of months. Does his first studio album prove worthy of purchasing, or is he just another run-of-the-mill rapper of 2012? 411's Tony Acero checks in with his full review! |
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Nude Beach - II Review
(9.9)
(08.17.2012)
- C.A. Bell
Sure, the music of Brooklyn is vogue, but can it still rock? Join 411's C.A. Bell as he takes a closer look at Brooklyn's young punks, Nude Beach. |
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Baroness - Yellow & Green Review
(7.5)
(08.14.2012)
- Robert Cooper
Baroness are back from a three year hiatus, boasting a sound far different than their roots! But is this album a new age for the band or will the smooth sailing ship hit a rock? 411's Robert Cooper checks in with his full review! |
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Rick Ross - God Forgives, I Don't Review
(6.0)
(08.01.2012)
- Tony Acero
Rick Ross's fifth studio album is out with much hype. Do Rozay's efforts prove to be worthy of a listen or do they fall flat? 411's Tony Acero checks in with a full album review! |
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Nas - Life Is Good Review
(9.0)
(07.17.2012)
- Bill Wannop
Nas returns with his tenth studio album, Life Is Good. Is he able to capture the vintage sound that his fans have been craving or it is another inconsistent effort? |
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Flo Rida - Wild Ones Review
(8.0)
(07.03.2012)
- Bill Wannop
Flo Rida returns with his fourth album, Wild Ones. With his singles already at the top of the charts, can Flo Rida prove he can make a full album of songs, or is he stuck being an artist who only makes singles? |
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Maroon 5 - Overexposed Review
(5.5)
(06.26.2012)
- Jeremy Thomas
Maroon 5's fourth studio album, Overexposed, hits stores today! But does the album show a new level of diversity and quality for the band or is it a subpar effort? 411's Jeremy Thomas checks in with his full review! |
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Admiral Fallow - Tree Bursts in Snow Review
(7.8)
(06.26.2012)
- C.A. Bell
Constantly compared to fellow Brits Mumford & Sons, Admiral Fallow step away from the banjo and into a much larger sound on their sophomore record, Tree Bursts in Snow. Will this be enough to get them out of their contemporaries' shadows, or is the new verse just a watered down version of the old? 411's Chris Bell will show you the way. |
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The dB's - Falling Off the Sky Review
(9.0)
(06.20.2012)
- C.A. Bell
Almost twenty years after their last record together, the dB's (stands for decibels) are poised to make a comeback and finally enjoy their day in the sun. Does the new material stand up to their legacy? Find out as 411's Chris Bell explores Falling Off the Sky |
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The Cult - Choice of Weapon Review
(7.5)
(06.08.2012)
- Andy Rackauskas
The Cult have been around for about thirty years. They are simply one of the oldest rock bands still around making good music. Their latest release, “Choice of Weapon”, is loaded with the band’s signature sounds. But, does it truly warrant a purchase? Andy Rackauskas goes Jim Jones and tries to join the cult of The Cult to find out… |
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Iggy Pop - Apres Review
(7.0)
(05.18.2012)
- Andy Rackauskas
Iggy Pop is an American punk rock legend. However, Ig’s latest release is about as far away from punk as one could get. Does Iggy’s venture into the lounge still rock (so to speak) or does it need to be cast aside? Andy Rackauskas searches to see if “Apres” needs to be destroyed. |
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PS I Love You - Death Dreams Review
(7.2)
(05.15.2012)
- C.A. Bell
The Canadian duo PS I Love You are set to make a lot of noise this year, both in person and from critics. Join 411's C.A. Bell as he dissects their newest LP from top to bottom. Things will get loud. |
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Cheap Time - Wallpaper Music Review
(9.2)
(05.14.2012)
- C.A. Bell
Is it possible that the best punk band in the world is from Tennessee? 411's C.A. Bell takes a look at the newest release from Southern glam-punkers Cheap Time. Find out if he thinks they've got what it takes. |
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