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Lupe Fiasco Releases New Album Drogas Wave [Link]

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Lupe Fiasco Releases New Album Drogas Wave

Salutations and blessings from above FM Trendsetters! In midst of the 12th anniversary of his classic debut album, “Food and Liquor“, conscious Chicago emcee Lupe Fiasco releases another conscious and truth filled memoir entitled “Drogas (Spanish term for “drugs”) Wave“.  This album was released a few days ago and embarks on a journey through the concept of slavery, drugs, violence, and new found freedom in comparison with the perception of these subjects to this day, within the music industry and the world.  This concept is embodied in  the album art of a manilla, a bracelet-like form of currency used in the African slave trade with Portugal, and its shadow. Lupe draws a parallel between the manillas and African American culture throughout the album .  The artist’s relationship with God also plays a beneficial factor, as he expresses concerns and disdain within his reflective and prominent lyricism.  Here is an exclusive review of the tracks found on this album. Enjoy:

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#FMTrends: Nas Releases New Album Nasir [Links]

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Nas Releases New Album Nasir

Salutations FM Trendsetters!!!! Despite media and social media controversy (e.g. Kanye West’s remarks on slavery, Kanye’s infamous TMZ interview and confrontation), the self-proclaimed Louis Vutton Don released a few critically acclaimed seven-track albums.  One of those albums, previously mentioned through a series of tweets, is that of a Queensbridge legend and patriarch, NasNas released his 11th studio album, Nasir on Friday, June 15th.  However, general release of the project, due to management discrepancies and changes, was Saturday morning