The Grey Area

By: The Grey Area
  • Summary

  • Talking all things Rap & Hip-Hop, from the UK to across the pond. The facts are black and white, but our opinions are somewhere in the middle. New episodes are available on the 10th and 25th of each month!
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Episodes
  • Kendrick Lamar - GNX Review (and November Release Recap)
    Dec 10 2024

    What a month November was Kendrick Lamar's latest album GNX caught us by surprise and this episode we are diving into its themes, energy, and production while reflecting on his artistic evolution and the album’s impact on hip-hop.

    Nov Release Recap Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2koJ8BOTfbEFgr0N3SaNGJ?si=015dd17f36cf44a7

    Other releases:

    • Freddie Gibbs - You Only Die 1nce (1 Nov)
    • Ab-Soul - Soul Burger (8 Nov)
    • Pa Salieu - Afrikan Alien (15 Nov)
    • Cordae - The Crossroads (15 Nov)
    • Boldy James & Harry Fraud - The Bricktionary (22 Nov)

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    1 hr and 55 mins
  • MF DOOM - Mm..Food: A Timeless Classic
    Nov 25 2024

    MF Doom's album ‘MM Food' is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

    The themes and concepts explored in the album include life lessons, commentary on the rap game, street lessons, and loyalty.

    MF DOOM's album 'Mm.. Food' is a classic that has stood the test of time and continues to influence the hip-hop genre. The album's concept, centred around food, is executed brilliantly with clever wordplay and metaphors. The skits and interludes add to the overall journey of the album. The lyricism on tracks like 'Con Carne' is exceptional and showcases DOOM's creativity and wordplay. The album received positive reviews at the time of its release and has since become a favourite among fans. DOOM's influence can be seen in the work of artists like Joey Badass and Tyler, the Creator. Overall, 'Mm.. Food' is a timeless and influential album in hip-hop history.

    Takeaways

    MF Doom's 'Mm Food' album is celebrated on its 20th anniversary

    The album explores themes of life lessons, commentary on the rap game, street lessons, and loyalty

    MF Doom is praised for his high-level rap, clever wordplay, and wisdom

    He is seen as a rapper who focuses on his own unique style rather than competing with others MF DOOM's album 'Mm.. Food' is a classic that has stood the test of time.

    The album's concept, centred around food, is executed brilliantly with clever wordplay and metaphors.

    The skits and interludes add to the overall journey of the album.

    The lyricism on tracks like 'Con Carne' is exceptional and showcases DOOM's creativity and wordplay.

    The album received positive reviews at the time of its release and has since become a favourite among fans.

    DOOM's influence can be seen in the work of artists like Joey Badass and Tyler, the Creator.

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    35 mins
  • Chromakopia Review (sorta) / October Release Recap
    Nov 10 2024

    This episode, we share our initial thoughts on Tyler, the Creator's 8th studio album, Chromakopia, and recap the month of October.

    Check out our favourite tracks of the month here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1UZWtdCzmP4Czp2WY1SMJB?si=e5ecb567c9874509

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    2 hrs and 9 mins

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