Eminems new and highly anticipated album, Marshall Mathers LP 2, was released today, and from early reviews and most peoples reactions to the leak, the thoughts are positive as the rapper brings back the blonde hair and unfiltered rapping. Many felt that Eminems last two releases were very different from the rappers earlier work, which was praised for its harsh realities, creativity, and blunt nonchalance attitude to almost anything. Relapse was Eminem coming back from drug addiction and getting his feet wet after not putting out an album in almost six years, while Recovery was his return to dominance through a more mainstream route. Marshall Mathers LP 2 had different expectations as it was named as a sequel to what is often regarded as his opus and a classic album, Marshall Mathers LP. Fans were longing to be blown away like the first time they popped in that classic record. What MMLP2 manages to do so well is revisit his signature style from the early 2000s while update his flow and maturity for the 40 year-old sober, and more seasoned self. As the listener goes track by track they will be able to hear the influences and throwbacks to each of one his albums; quite literally as well too, because he uses a slew of samples from his catalog. The guest spots on the album are great too. Em has Kendrick Lamar, Skylar Grey, Rihanna, Sia, Nate Ruess, and Jamie N Commons. Noticeably absent from the project are his long time pals and collaborators, 50 Cent and Dr. Dre, and even his Slaughterhouse buddies. However, this is something Eminem has always been good at, carrying an album by himself without the need for elaborate features. Tracklisting: 1. Bad Guy 2. Parking Lot (skit) 3. Rhyme or Reason 4. So Much Better 5. Survival 6. Legacy 7. A****** feat. Skylar Grey 8. Berzerk 9. Rap God 10. Brainless 11. Stronger Than I Was 12. Monster feat. Rihanna 13. So Far... 14. Love Game feat. Kendrick Lamar 15. Headlights feat. Nate Ruess 16. Evil Twin Bonus Tracks 17. Baby 18. Desperation 19. Groundhog Day 20. Beautiful Pain 21. Wicked Ways
Posted on: Tue, 05 Nov 2013 16:27:07 +0000
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