This is Rap Station once again catering to your weekly dose of retrospect albums, acknowledging past release dates of notable records authored by iconic Hip-hop figures. In recognizing both album and artist, the creation of a throwback playlist (it helps set the mood, trust me) is strongly advised.
How A Black Man Feels (1991)
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Referenced by Ice-T as “the first gangsta rapper”, Schooly D released his fifth installment to his gangsta-bravado rap repertoire in the form of How A Black Man Feels. Released under Capitol Records, the album featured hits such as “Original Gangster”, “Where'd You Get That Funk From”, and “King of New York”.
Wrath Of The Math (1996)
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Known for his unique style of rapping, Jeru the Damaja's second album showcased not only that, but an album produced entirely by DJ Premier. Album content dives deep into themes of Afrocentricity, anchored upon verses and rhymes advocating the Hip-hop culture's preservation.
10 (2002)
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Rap icon LL Cool J's ninth studio record signified a memorable chapter for Def Jam Records, recognizing their first artist to achieve ten albums. The album also showcased the veteran rapper's distinct prominence in the scene, as it peaked at #2 off of the US Billboard 200, as well as #1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. 10 featured hit-singles such as “Luv U Better”, and “Paradise”.
One For The Road (2013)
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Devin the Dude released his eighth studio album, One For The Road, which gained much recognition due to the hit-single “Probably Should Have”. The album familiarized fans with the rapper's “chill beats [and] effortless flow”, and debuted at #36 off the US Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
No Poison No Paradise (2013)
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Last but not least, rapper Black Milk released his fifth album under Fat Beats and Computer Ugly Records. The record showcased Black Milk's production skills, as well as featured guest appearances from numerous artists, such as Dwele, Black Thought, Tone Trezure, and Robert Glasper.
By Jods Arboleda for RAPStation.com
