Tha Gangsta Rap Odyssey

Tha Gangsta Rap Odyssey

The podcast where we journey into Gangsta Rap of the golden age. Reviews come in weekly from Old classics to more current records. Visit our homepage at www.gangstarapodyssey.com

Episodes

March 10, 2025 32 mins

1st time checking out this mixtape. A visitor request. I expect maybe some name dropping, some crime rhymes and just 50 keeping it gangsta! Let's check this out.


https://open.spotify.com/album/5cSFLq5Gsot96Mr6EVKLma?si=cxdCfeFQSM6__fUkHdUP9A


00:00 Intro

02:27 Record Intro

09:08 Screw Faces 

10:22 My Downfall

12:43 Spider Loc Feature

30:05 Final Thoughts & Score



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Let's dive back into the legendary Ghetto E of the Dayton Family. Rest in peace! This was a dope record and I wanted to check out the bomb ass tracks on here. Let's roll into 2001 yo, and peep the Ghetto Theatre.


00:00 Intro

02:26 Ball Like Dat

09:03 Still Going Through a Thang

18:25 World & Everything

23:30 Resume of a Killa

31:26 Wiki Stuff About Dayton Family

41:59 Final Score and Top 3 Songs


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Checking out Gangsta Boo's "Enquiring Minds" album for the first time. Still very new to the 3-6 Mafia camp but this is an educational channel and we learn da gangsta rap. Rest in peace to the Gangsta Boo. This video has a few mercy forwards to keep the video moving along.


You can stream this record from Spotify like I did.

https://open.spotify.com/album/5NO9yCV2HynW4xBxIKrEYp?si=wyBpg7IPQO2ayJlW0HNWiA


00:00 Introd...

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February 18, 2025 46 mins

Here’s the rephrased text with a gangsta tone:


It's been a minute, but we’re finally diving into Ant Banks. This dude's a legendary producer from the Bay, and no doubt, he was the best out there. We're talkin' about a compilation album (Big Thangs), and y'all know I love that compilation talk. This joint is stacked with features from Ice Cube, 2Pac, Too Short, WC, and more...


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One of the illest albums I’ve ever jammed to is "The Shock Of The Hour" by MC Ren. Let’s roll back to 1993 and take a look at this timeless classic. It's not just an album; it's a straight-up masterpiece, but what makes it so special? Let’s break it down and explore why this joint stands as one of the hardest hitters in the Gangsta Rap game during its prime.



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January 27, 2025 13 mins

Take a nostalgic journey back to the Rap-A-Lot era as we explore some of Bun-B's best tracks. Here is my Top Ten list of Bun-B songs under J Prince’s label! Bun-B truly excelled during this time. Feel free to share in the comments which tracks you would remove or include.



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January 19, 2025 47 mins

In 1996, Tha Mexikanz released their self-titled album. Being a Long Beach crew and Latino, they might have slipped under your radar—trust me, they did for me too until now.


So here I am, hopping into a reaction video for the requested album "Tha Mexikanz." I’ll take you through each track, sharing my initial impressions and thoughts on this joint. What’s your take on this album? Do you think it’s a classic?

Streamed from...

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Back in my teenage days, I used to think this record was straight garbage. Now, 30 years later, I gotta ask myself if I've flipped my opinion. I only gave this album a one-time spin way back in '95. So, what’s my take on it now? Was I just a young fool back then, or did I actually have a point?


00:00 Introduction

01:59 Liquid Swords

13:14 I'm Going To Rap (Lyrical Recital)

27:38 I Gotcha Back

29:40 Final Thoughts


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My top three favorite tracks from Too Short's "Get In Where You Fit In." This is a look back at a classic album.



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December 30, 2024 8 mins

Here’s my list of the top ten tracks from the legendary DJ Quik. Crafting this list wasn’t an easy task, but I had to keep it 100 with myself. Sure, I had to leave off a few bangers, but this is my selection, my personal choices. Now I wanna hear from you—what’s your list looking like? Hit me up in the comments and let’s discuss!



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I’m about to dive into one of the most significant records from the West Coast—BG Knockout and Gangsta Dresta’s "Real Brothas" album. From start to finish, it’s a true Ruthless classic with fire production by Rhythm D, Doctor Jam, and Madness 4 Real. Now, don’t get it twisted; this is a Def Jam release, but it dropped shortly after Eazy-E passed away. In this video, I’m revisiting this dope album and sharing my thoughts on ...

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Let's check out some new records yo.




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I’m diving into three albums that I ASSUME are straight-up garbage. I’m ready to eat my words if I need to. But will I? Let’s break down these records and find out if they got any shine to keep ‘em from the trash pile. We got Megan Thee Stallion, Silkk The Shocker, and 6ix9ine on deck!


#silkktheshocker

#megantheestallion

#tekashi69 


00:00 Intro

02:55 Tekashi69 

14:41 Megan Thee Stallion

24:47 Silkk The Shocker

43:21 Conclusion


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Ice Cube's back with "Man Down," a fresh solo joint for the fans. Let’s break it down track by track and rate this album. With sick features from B-Real, Mount West More, and fire production by TMix and EA Ski, this gotta be a hit, right? Let’s dive in and see what it’s all about.

Check out the official Ice Cube place here:

www.icecube.com

Stream the record here:

https://o...

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Ayo, it's time to dive into another No Limit classic! This time we’re gonna check out Mystikal’s "Unpredictable" album. I haven't given it a listen before, so let's find out what it's all about. Was it a banger that set the streets on fire, or is it just another disappointment? I'm gonna break down each track for you and then drop a grade at the end.

So let’s get it cracking!



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Yo, roll with me as I dive into Chuckyy for the first time. This cat’s reppin’ for the young rappers out here. Am I gonna vibe with this, or is it too new for my taste? Let’s peep his Bloodbathh Vol.1 album and see how it hits. I’ll check out a couple videos too. Are you feelin’ Chuckyy? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #chuckyy #chicagorap #hiphopmusic



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Let's get into Ma$e's 1997 album "Harlem World." We’re kicking things off by cracking open the physical CD and even the tape! We’re gonna break this album down track by track, and at the end, we’ll settle the score: is Ma$e dropping a gangsta classic here, or is he just some Disney Rapper made for the spotlight?

00:00 Introduction

04:23 Sales and Cap Reviews (Wiki)

06:26 The Physical 13:36 Tha Review

15:34 Take What...

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Get ready for some real talk as we dive into Eastsidaz's latest drop, "Still Easty." You know these cats are bringing that classic gangsta vibe, and with it being a fresh release from Death Row Records, you already know it's gotta be all gangsta or nothing. We’re hittin’ play on this joint to see if they deliver the heat. So, roll through and check it out live with us. Let’s find out if they still got that Eas...

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In this dope episode, we dive deep into the legendary world of Mastamind, a true heavyweight from Detroit’s hip-hop scene. We’re talkin’ about his groundbreaking records and how he came up in the game, laying down those raw rhymes that put him on the map. The streets know him, and if you’re down with that gangsta ish from the D, you already recognize the name. We also get into the nitty-gritty of Dre40oz's collaboration with Ma...

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Celebrating the Legacy of Bone Thugs N Harmony's EST 1999 Album.

Let’s take a trip back to ’95 and check out Bone’s classic, E. 1999 Eternal.

I’ll crack open the physical CD, share my favorite tracks, and watch a couple of videos at the end.

Of course, we’ll talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly.

What do you think? Is this the crown jewel of Ruthless Records?




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