Only a year after the trailblazing hip-hop trio A Tribe Called Quest called it quits, its frontman Q-Tip steps out from the group’s considerable shadow and has released his debut solo effort, “Amplified.” Continue reading
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Review: New Clash, Rage Against The Machine Discs ‘Battle’ On
New albums by Rage Against the Machine and their agit-rock forebears in the Clash follow the same star — musically and politically. Continue reading
Review: Fiona Apple’s Latest Lacks Core
Following up her breakthrough debut album, Fiona Apple’s new disc, “When the Pawn …,” seems to be missing something. The album is not un-endearing or boring, but it lacks the focus and sense of restrained passion that made her first so great. Continue reading
Review: Dr. Dre Fights Against His Past
But after spending the past few years helping other artists behind the scenes, hip-hop producer Dr. Dre is back with his sophomore solo album, “Dr. Dre 2001.” Continue reading
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