Lamont's Lists

I didn't set out to make a more sober Top 10 albums list than usual for 2020, that's just how it worked out. This year the party anthems, trap beats and xanny bars were certainly refreshing in small doses, providing us with much needed moments of escapism. But at the end of the day, they just didn't have the necessary staying power. We clearly had more pressing troubles on our minds. So the records that rose to the top for me contained more gravitas, taking on a weightier, more serious tone. Below are my favorite albums of this trying and unusual year that was spent mostly indoors. They all made me think a little while bopping my head to the music during basement workouts, late night insomnia sessions and the occasional grocery store run. I'm glad 2020 is over but I'm happy I had these albums to keep me company on the longest days. As always, please enjoy and hit me back with your thoughts and comments. 10. LOGIC   –   No Pressure   – Forever introspective, 30 year ...

2020...1 Star. Very bad. Would not recommend. The consensus opinion is in and it's very clear...2020 was a disaster. But at least we had music to lift our spirits. After a slow and tepid start, hip hop finally gave us some anthemic songs to help us protest, push back, put in perspective and of course, escape the myriad of troubling issues that we collectively faced. I am sure I forgot or just missed some great tracks altogether. But nevertheless, even in the hot mess of 2020, I relished the opportunity to take stock of the music that moved me.  Below, in alphabetical order, are my 25 favorite songs of the year (Top Albums coming soon).  Read, listen, argue, share, and hit me back to express your beefs. But above all...enjoy. 33  –  POLO G  (Produced by DJ Ayo) – Polo is back with more cautionary tales about gangsta life survival, this time while paying subtle homage to Chi legend Scottie Pippen. Burden Of Proof  –  BENNY THE BU...