Is the belief that this “B-side record is better than other artists’ A-sides” still hold up?ĭo these tracks act as a direct prelude to DAMN. Continuing to create music that both puzzles and pleases, Untitled Unmastered is yet another incredible creative outing for Lamar, and has brought with it a. Dark and raw are the best words to describe the atmosphere of most of this project. It is with atmosphere and lyrics that this project solidifies itself as a worthwhile listen, and pleasant surprise.

What are your favourite tracks on this record? With Untitled Unmastered, Kendrick Lamar uses the element of surprise to evoke a feeling from outside the box upon his listeners once again. But what do you think? Let me know your thoughts! Anna Wise, Jay Rock & Punchįor me personally, this was one of the better records in a already competitive year that was 2016.

Terrace Martin, Bilal, Thundercat & Anna Wise This compilation record sees guest features from fellow TDE natives such as SZA, Punch and Jay Rock, as well as production credits from Swizz Beats’ then-5 year old son on “untitled 07” (later named “levitate”) The release of this album was allegedly prompted by LeBron James, who tweeted at Top Dawg asking the label to officially release the tracks, some of which he had been performing at shows (notably untitled 02 and untitled 08). Untitled unmastered is generally considered as one of the most underrated albums of the 2010s Hip-Hop scene. Just under a year after his critically acclaimed LP “To Pimp a Butterfly”, Kendrick surprised (some) fans with a 34 minute compilation record composed of loose B-side tracks made during and after the making of his second album.

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