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Poetic and intelligent, the usual Illogic

Colin Cole | la selva beach, ca United States | 05/09/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"As Illogic says, "Everything in hip hop has become predictable." I won't write the usual, its better than mainstream hip hop because if you are looking at illogic, you should already know that the majority of rap music sucks. This cd in my opinion has the best beats from Blueprint compared to Got Lyrics and Unforeseen Shadows. The beats are very smooth and melodic, but at the same time they hit hard. They will make you want to breathe deep, meditate, and bob your head at the same time. The lyrics... where can i begin? As poetic and intelligent as Illogic has ever been. "It was a beautiful Thursday, sun beamed through my window pane, Then a strange brush (rush?) of emotion awoke me/ I squint and strained to focus, then i noticed in every blanket a tainted feeling filled my being, life walked me on yo-yo string/ instinct beaconing me to call my lady and converse" (Lesson in Love, Track 8). I will leave you there with only the first few lines of an amazing story. For those of you who have heard previous Illogic material and you like it, you must own this lp. For those of you who like underground hip hop but have not heard Illogic before, he will soon become one of your favorites. If you do not like hip hop because you are too ignorant and believe that it is all the same as what you see on TRL, then you may not be intelligent enough to understand what Illogic is saying, although you should still by this album. Aesop Rock, Vast Aire, Blueprint, and Slug (of Atmosphere) are featured on this album as well, making it all the better. Illogic said that he believes this album is one of the most personal albums ever, and I agree. Close to Sage Francis- Personal Journals. If you get this album, I guarantee you won't be let down. Enjoy"

Clockwork of talent

jsmokey | mpls, mn | 11/26/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Just saw Illogic at an E&A show in minneapolis. After the show, I bought the cd from Illogic himself, and even got him to sign it. Illogic keeps the crowd moving, and is great on stage. The cd is pure pleasure to listen to. Great beats and a higher class of lyrics. Guest appearance by Blueprint, Aesop Rock, and Slug. Music made to be listened to, not just ignored."