Search - Living Legends :: The Gathering

The Best are Back Together!!

GrimLockz | Richland, WA U.S.A. | 04/16/2008

(4 out of 5 stars)

"The Living Legends are back together with an album that is current and original but keeps with the classic Bay area/NorCal style that has produced some of the greatest rappers like Mac Dre and Too Short. The Grouch (Who also has a new album), Eligh and Bicasso have produced a classic for anyone who craves real hip hop and is sick of the mainstream TRL shoveled crap that has diluted hip hop music. Tracks go from a laid back, Jazzmatazz feel like in "After hours" to the relevant and political message in "War and Peace." The only thing I wish is that it was a full album and not an EP because all 7 tracks will leave you wanting more. Check it out if you want to hear tight cutz from guys who have been around the scene and will take it in new directions."

Bangin

fenbolds | Boston, MA USA | 05/31/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Not a hip-hop head, so from the perspective of someone who dabbles, this could be the most instantly listenable and head bang-able "indie" rap album I've ever heard. I'm new to about half of the guys on here, familar with Murs, love Aesop, like Scarub. The beats and the vocals are completely in sync and there's consistent driving energy through the whole CD. The reveiwer above me really put it perfectly: "Bangin. Different, great. Unbelievable beats. Instant classic. Revolutionary direction." I second all of that. I'd also add smart to the list."