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Album Review: Oran Juice Jones II – Juicetopher

Hulda Hicks

In an era where hip-hop is often over-polished and over-processed, Oran Juice Jones II goes analog and deeply personal on his fifth studio album Juicetopher, released April 20, 2025 — a symbolic Easter Sunday shared by both Catholic and Orthodox Christians. The project, recorded entirely in one take to 24-track tape with no digital interference, feels like a time capsule of emotion, spirituality, and sonic purity. And with a cover that depicts Jones as a Christ-like figure, it’s clear this is no ordinary rap record — it’s a resurrection. The…

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REVIEW: Westside Gunn – “Then You Pray For Me”

José Zamora

On October 9, New York legend Westside Gunn revealed, in an exclusive with Rolling Stone, that his newest album, "Then You Pray For Me," will be his final major release. "I’m not saying I won’t come with a five-song EP with Madlib, or I won't do a seven-song EP with Alchemist, or I won't rap. I’ll do all of that, but making a studio album, I’m done with all that. It’s back to dumping until I don’t want to dump no more. I’m going to have fun now,” explained Gunn.…

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Scintillating, sultry, and seductive: OTH€LLO brings the heat with Miss Mayotte

Stefano Meola

There are artists who tell a story and those who tell it from their heart. Montreal to Bay Area crooner OTH€LLO undoubtedly defines the latter, as showcased through his raw new album, Miss Mayotte. This sultry record blends classic R&B with a hip-hop flow, touching on elements of funk and neo-pop for the soul. Risque, romantic, and ultimately rewarding, Miss Mayotte is sure to be a classic for fans of hypnotic rhythm and silky smooth vocals that highlights the artist's original sound. Starting off this album is the otherworldly track,…

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