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Freddie Gibbs x The Alchemist - Alfredo 2 (JULY 25th) First Single "1995" Out Now
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EzekelRAGE
Superstar
This the same homie that had you thinking Anniversay was gonna get released? Still waiting on that
Ay man thats just what he told me lmao…if i could share the two joints he sent me off the supposed deluxe i would though lol but he’s forsure cool with Fred.This the same homie that had you thinking Anniversay was gonna get released? Still waiting on that
I think Gibbs subject matter issue is that he reverts to extremely simple vocabulary and topics at times
Every rapper has cliche that they use to some extent, Gibbs version of that is super generic lol
He's written incredible verses and songs tho, it's just a minor critique I'd give him if you listen to a whole project of his
I still haven't heard a wack one
Every rapper has cliche that they use to some extent, Gibbs version of that is super generic lol
He's written incredible verses and songs tho, it's just a minor critique I'd give him if you listen to a whole project of his
I still haven't heard a wack one
This albums definately top 5. as of right now it’s number 4 on my list shyt is complete#5 might be the eXquire album if you listen to it. Oh you thought I forgot, that you forgot to listen to it?
i think it’ll move up even higher in the coming weeks.
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The Jewnited States
Superstar
Gibbs is a fan of using alliteration and so am I
I have been listening to Gibbs since 09 and I can understand the critiques regarding his subject matter, but at the same time it's kind of a compliment. He raps so well that there's not much else you really could pick at.
Picks great beats, is a virtuoso when it comes to flowing on various types of beats, more than competent as a technical rhymer, dope voice for rapping, aligned himself with producers who allowed him a chance at creating classics that he never would have had a chance making if he stayed on CTE. I don't think it can ever be overstated how effortlessly he raps and makes some difficult vocal performances seem pedestrian.
From that "murda on my mind" performance 15 years ago, I knew dude was gonna be a problem. Just too much talent and work ethic for it to not come together. You can see him dabbling in different lanes and sounds early in his career trying to get a footing and that ultimately helped him imo. He never went full curren$y with the weed talk songs, but he has his share of those, and it's something he doesn't do anymore. He always has just enough social awareness and recognition of the downsides of the street shyt that it doesn't come off too Thugnificent. He's gotten on tracks with legends and held his own. And he does it with a "greater than the sum of its parts" approach. He is never going to be an intricate and layered writer like KA or DOOM. Never will have the social insight of a Vince Staples/Killer Mike/Kendrick. Won't have the vocab of a Aesop Rock or Earl. I've always been curious to know if he could bring more of those aspects into his style, but chooses not to? I think if he did it would compromise other aspects of the entire package and it would amount to a net negative. Just my opinion.
^ Great post.
One of my favorite Gibbs tracks is Heaven Can Wait. He can get introspective when he wants to and does so effortlessly at times.
Another one is Anything To Survive. He talks about the other side of hustling. The stress, pain, and paranoia that comes with it. A lot of shyt that isn't talked about on albums.
Gibbs has this ability to adapt and mesh with so many producers, rappers, its crazy. The guy is truly talented and a gifted rapper. It comes to easy to him and he finds chemistry with just about anybody
Then he'll float on a guest verse on a track like this.
One of my favorite Gibbs tracks is Heaven Can Wait. He can get introspective when he wants to and does so effortlessly at times.
Another one is Anything To Survive. He talks about the other side of hustling. The stress, pain, and paranoia that comes with it. A lot of shyt that isn't talked about on albums.
Gibbs has this ability to adapt and mesh with so many producers, rappers, its crazy. The guy is truly talented and a gifted rapper. It comes to easy to him and he finds chemistry with just about anybody
Then he'll float on a guest verse on a track like this.
Gibbs is a fan of using alliteration and so am I
I have been listening to Gibbs since 09 and I can understand the critiques regarding his subject matter, but at the same time it's kind of a compliment. He raps so well that there's not much else you really could pick at.
Picks great beats, is a virtuoso when it comes to flowing on various types of beats, more than competent as a technical rhymer, dope voice for rapping, aligned himself with producers who allowed him a chance at creating classics that he never would have had a chance making if he stayed on CTE. I don't think it can ever be overstated how effortlessly he raps and makes some difficult vocal performances seem pedestrian.
From that "murda on my mind" performance 15 years ago, I knew dude was gonna be a problem. Just too much talent and work ethic for it to not come together. You can see him dabbling in different lanes and sounds early in his career trying to get a footing and that ultimately helped him imo. He never went full curren$y with the weed talk songs, but he has his share of those, and it's something he doesn't do anymore. He always has just enough social awareness and recognition of the downsides of the street shyt that it doesn't come off too Thugnificent. He's gotten on tracks with legends and held his own. And he does it with a "greater than the sum of its parts" approach. He is never going to be an intricate and layered writer like KA or DOOM. Never will have the social insight of a Vince Staples/Killer Mike/Kendrick. Won't have the vocab of a Aesop Rock or Earl. I've always been curious to know if he could bring more of those aspects into his style, but chooses not to? I think if he did it would compromise other aspects of the entire package and it would amount to a net negative. Just my opinion.
Well said
TheDarceKnight
Veteran
long interview but really good
www.billboard.com
Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist Talk ‘Alfredo 2,’ Longevity & Independence
The duo sat down for a lengthy conversation on the state of rap, their chemistry, and they even addressed some rumors. Check out our interview.
www.billboard.com
TheDarceKnight
Veteran
Album sounds fantastic but I literally don't listen to anything dude is saying it just floats on by.
I didn't like Skinny Suge II as much as I fucc'd with the 1st one, but it was still nice. That I Still Love H.E.R. transition to Shangri La is fuego tho. Shyt smooth as hell.
Yea hoe
Yea hoe
Probably my favorite album since Magic III dropped, which is nearing it's 2 year anniversary.
