Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Grindhouse Series Vol. 4 Album Review


Grindhouse Series Vol 4. Review

Grindhouse Manufacturing has returned again for the fourth installment of their free monthly compilation series. Included on board this time around are Royce Da 5’9”, Hopsin, Monsta Squad, The Jokerr, Chopp Devize, Epitaph, Dzk, Warbux and a solid handful of other impressive artists. For a fourth installment, it’s a great lineup that shows a continued growth trend.

BadMind kicks the gears with the opening “Simple Actions”, a dark, moody track that sets an appropriately dark tone. The Culprit and Justice take things to another level immediately following the jump, as “Crime Of A Rhyme” is a true album shiner that flaunts quality deliveries and impressive production. The Jokerr follows the newly beaten path with the epic “The Jokerr’s Pain”, a banger that grows like an out-of-control tumor.

Rozwell, Chopp Devize (with some help from The J.Hexx Project), DZK, Epitaph, Warbux, The Drop Squad, Royce Da 5’9”, A-Laz and Trouble all offer high quality tracks that make for the bulk of the strongest of the Grindhouse Series installment yet. Dan The Saltine shows up to shut it down in stylish fashion with the catchy tune “Everybody Knows”. The ultimate nod however must go to the Monsta Squad for bringing the strongest offering of the album “Creature Feature“.

“Creature Feature” blends a near perfect combination of sampling, deliveries, lyricism, and production. Memorable in every sense of the word, this track screams of modern appeal and nostalgia simultaneously. Fans of early horrorcore/wicked shit will likely find this jam a true gem.

Four quality collections, and a consistent growth in quality ensure the continued expansion of the Grindhouse Manufacturing moniker. I’ll be paying attention come July 1st.

Ranking: 3/4

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