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Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« on: January 12, 2015, 04:35:15 PM »

this classic compilation is hip hop in it's purest form and a year later still bangs...this here folks is our modern day soundbombing.

http://www.djbooth.net/index/albums/review/jamla-is-the-squad



Music Review: @JamlaRecords – Jamla Is the Squad Compilation

Jamla is 9th Wonder’s label. The biggest issue is that many keep thinking that 9th is the work horse and not the label owner/mastermind. Yet, with the success of Rapsody at the helm, people are realizing his label has something to offer. With the addition of Add-2 to a roster that already contains The Soul Council, Act Proof, GQ, Heather Victoria, Big Remo, and Halo, it is prime time for people to recognize that this label is a serious movement. In short, Jamla is a squad.

 

Not only are they “a” squad, their album refers to them as “the” squad. Since Flipmode no longer exists (sorry, Busta), and their album title says the same thing, I would have to agree.

 

Throughout this wonderful piece of work, each emcee, guest emcee, and singer do what it takes to showcase WHY they deserve to either be on this label or a guest on the album. Being one of the compilation’s highlights, “No Competition” highlights why Talib Kweli, Elzhi, and Phonte are some of the best to ever do it. If it isn’t Rapsody giving a one verse soliloquy on “Betty Shabazz”, there is GQ wondering “where’s Rocky when Bullwinkle be bullshittin’” on “Rated Oakland”. Even Add-2 flexes plenty of muscle on “Iron Mic” and “Bomber & a Fly Chick”. Thus, there is nothing but notable moments on this album.

 

Yet, it is the production that truly shows that there is more to Jamla than 9th Wonder. The soulful bounce provided for BJ the Chicago Kid and Add-2 only notes how the track for “15 Minutes of Fame” was crafted especially for them. Meanwhile, the sped up sample on TP’s “Not sure” accentuates his off and on flow. The bouncy, subtle Wu influences come through on the bouncy “Pretty Bird”. The Soul Council, with results notably profound, constructed instrumentals as diverse and intricate as the emcees.

 

If there was any doubt about Jamla being “the” squad, then this compilation erases that. All emcees (signed or guests) bring their “A” game to the table. The production does nothing but grasp the ear and never lets go. Many want to associate 9th Wonder as the main thing happening at Jamla, which is understood. After listening to this compilation, however, we know that there may not be any “squad” greater than Jamla. - stacks mag

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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #1 on: January 12, 2015, 07:25:59 PM »
this album is very good for real! might be slept on, but on the other hand it's not like the best music get the most recognition or album sales.
people that like real hiphop with soulful beats should check it out!
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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #2 on: January 12, 2015, 08:36:10 PM »
this album probably only good to play if im having a hard time falling asleep  ;)
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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #3 on: January 13, 2015, 05:24:02 AM »
Quote from: correa on January 12, 2015, 08:36:10 PM
this album probably only good to play if im having a hard time falling asleep  ;)
not at all...so many bangers on it.
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« Reply #4 on: January 13, 2015, 09:14:39 AM »
the rappers chosen on this project weren't bad choices but they were kinda boring as a whole and made it so I didn't bump this more than twice in entirety

great production from 9th though  8)
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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #5 on: January 13, 2015, 02:27:11 PM »
Quote from: Blood$ on January 13, 2015, 09:14:39 AM
great production from 9th though  8)
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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #6 on: January 13, 2015, 02:44:42 PM »
Quote from: Blood$ on January 13, 2015, 09:14:39 AM
the rappers chosen on this project weren't bad choices but they were kinda boring as a whole and made it so I didn't bump this more than twice in entirety

great production from 9th though  8)
I don't get how rapping about personal experiences is boring but at least you lent an ear.
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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #7 on: January 13, 2015, 04:49:35 PM »
Quote from: Funk Lord on January 12, 2015, 07:25:59 PM
this album is very good for real! might be slept on, but on the other hand it's not like the best music get the most recognition or album sales.
people that like real hiphop with soulful beats should check it out!

Agreed, dope compilation.
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Blood$

Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #8 on: January 13, 2015, 05:38:56 PM »
Quote from: Kiss My Black Ass ! on January 13, 2015, 02:44:42 PM
Quote from: Blood$ on January 13, 2015, 09:14:39 AM
the rappers chosen on this project weren't bad choices but they were kinda boring as a whole and made it so I didn't bump this more than twice in entirety

great production from 9th though  8)
I don't get how rapping about personal experiences is boring but at least you lent an ear.

it's more their approaches than the content for me
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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #9 on: January 13, 2015, 05:39:53 PM »
Quote from: Blood$ on January 13, 2015, 05:38:56 PM
Quote from: Kiss My Black Ass ! on January 13, 2015, 02:44:42 PM
Quote from: Blood$ on January 13, 2015, 09:14:39 AM
the rappers chosen on this project weren't bad choices but they were kinda boring as a whole and made it so I didn't bump this more than twice in entirety

great production from 9th though  8)
I don't get how rapping about personal experiences is boring but at least you lent an ear.

it's more their approaches than the content for me
their approaches ? LMFAO
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« Reply #10 on: January 13, 2015, 09:25:24 PM »
Quote from: correa on January 12, 2015, 08:36:10 PM
this album probably only good to play if im having a hard time falling asleep  ;)
that is because you don't like real good music & only like wack crap  .
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« Reply #11 on: January 13, 2015, 10:42:42 PM »
Quote from: midwestryder on January 13, 2015, 09:25:24 PM
Quote from: correa on January 12, 2015, 08:36:10 PM
this album probably only good to play if im having a hard time falling asleep  ;)
that is because you don't like real good music & only like wack crap  .

yeah like OUTLAWZ featuring Krayzie Bone, Tony Atlanta & King Malachi "Welcome 2 Real Life lmao sure :D
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« Reply #12 on: January 13, 2015, 11:15:32 PM »
Quote from: correa on January 13, 2015, 10:42:42 PM
Quote from: midwestryder on January 13, 2015, 09:25:24 PM
Quote from: correa on January 12, 2015, 08:36:10 PM
this album probably only good to play if im having a hard time falling asleep  ;)
that is because you don't like real good music & only like wack crap  .

yeah like OUTLAWZ featuring Krayzie Bone, Tony Atlanta & King Malachi "Welcome 2 Real Life lmao sure :D
really that is real good music unlike the crap you listen to . 
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Re: Jamla Is The Squad...Almost A Year Later And Still Slept On
« Reply #13 on: January 14, 2015, 05:24:53 AM »
salute to y'all who checked out the record and listened for real.
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« Reply #14 on: January 14, 2015, 05:28:55 AM »
this album has so many layers...
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