Kahron Spearman
<b>Contributor</b>
Though a massive fan of many genres, who’s love for music broadened through a long stint overseas, Kahron’s love for writing about rap is only rivaled by his love for listening to it. He contributes reviews and editorials for HotNewHipHop.
<strong>Favorite Hip Hop Artists:</strong> Nas, Run the Jewels, Common, Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Madlib
ReviewsReview: Shady Records "Shady XV"Strong performances from the rest of the Shady label aside, acceptance of "Shady XV" will purely depend on your acceptance of Eminem’s savant syndrome manifestation.ByKahron Spearman105 Views
Original ContentClassic Rotation: Beastie Boys' "Licensed to Ill"Our "Classic Rotation" series revisits classic albums on the anniversary of their release. Today we take a look at the Beastie Boys’ classic album, "Licensed to Ill", which dropped twenty-eight years ago on November 15, 1986.ByKahron Spearman168 Views
ReviewsReview: Bobby Shmurda's "Shmurda She Wrote" EPBobby Shmurda has undeniable star power and a strong ear for production, but "Shmurda She Wrote" leaves more technical (and sociological) questions than definitive answers.ByKahron Spearman27.6K Views
ReviewsReview: Future's "Monster"On the dark and moody, Metro Boomin’ assisted, Monster, Future displays himself first as an artist with a tremendous ear for production, and as a “loose cannon,” fraught with troubling paranoia. ByKahron Spearman20.0K Views
ReviewsReview: Logic's "Under Pressure"The Maryland native makes good on the hype, turning in an impressive major label debut. Logic's "Under Pressure" waxes nostalgia throughout the album, while giving a contemporary tale from multiple perspectives. ByKahron Spearman49.5K Views
ReviewsReview: Childish Gambino's "STN MTN / Kauai EP"On "STN MTN," Glover enlists DJ Drama to create an ode to a long-gone version of Atlanta, using some of the forgotten nuances and motifs. "Kauai EP" represents a present, based on discovery and 'blunt' reflection. Using visions of a pleasant past and colorful present, Donald Glover and Childish Gambino have finally fused together.ByKahron Spearman37.2K Views
ReviewsReview: Jhene Aiko's "Souled Out""Souled Out" features songstress Jhene Aiko bravely stretching out on her own, for which she should be commended. However, the album's lack of diversity and dynamism, in overall production, nullifies Aiko's magnetism to a considerable extent.ByKahron Spearman26.8K Views
ReviewsReview: Jeezy's "Seen It All: The Autobiography""Seen It All: The Autobiography" finds the trap legend at the top of his game, comfortable with his position, and ready to finally dispense true-to-fact game.ByKahron Spearman23.9K Views
ReviewsReview: Travi$ Scott's "Days Before Rodeo"While there are a few hiccups in track selection and lyrical consistency, "Days Before Rodeo" has Travi$ Scott taking a significant step forward.ByKahron Spearman41.7K Views
ReviewsReview: DJ Mustard "10 Summers"On "10 Summers", DJ Mustard finds himself going down the same road, with very few detours. At least those short detours are interesting.ByKahron Spearman20.0K Views
Original ContentThe Value Of Rap MusicRap music, specifically its lyrics, have been given numerous labels, but not necessarily the positive labels bestowed upon other forms of creative expression. No matter the divisiveness or repulsion, other forms and disciplines are usually accepted whole. Here, we explore some of the reasoning behind the subtle, and overt, rejections of rap lyrics as true art form.ByKahron Spearman291 Views
ReviewsReview: Sir Michael Rocks "BANCO"On BANCO, Sir Michael Rocks is still finding his way to separate himself, both from the Cool Kids' sound, and to some degree, former versions of himself. ByKahron Spearman13.9K Views
ReviewsReview: PARTYNEXTDOOR "PARTYNEXTDOOR TWO""PARTYNEXTDOOR TWO" proves to be a continuation of the first installment for PARTYNEXTDOOR, as he displays more quality production and an endless amount of all-consuming lust.ByKahron Spearman35.7K Views