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

Soulja Slim (Give It 2 'Em Raw) Reaction & Review

I want to check out this record for the first time and give you my first reacction to it. I'll give each track about a minute. Talk about the fine points, and in the end give it a final score after bumping this record a few times.00:00 Start01:47 Wiki03:05 Album Start09:51 At The Same Time11:20 Only Real N....15:08 Me And My Cousin19:28 Anything20:35 Imagine24:26 Wootay27:56 What's Up, What's Happenin'34:13 NL Party36:07 Final VerdictSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

08-27
40:17

Let's Revisit Ice Cube's (Death Certificate)

Was this record a classic? It has high praise over the years and I give it a full length listen for the first time in 2025. So what do I think? Let's check it out.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

08-13
17:32

Top 10 MC Ren Tracks and Feature Songs

I share my opinion on the Top 10 MC Ren songs and after go over some feature tracks you may or may not know about.Long live the Villain!Here is the playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/45tt3DLCnkmPpABcBW1Cif?si=7e581c1e8fc54aa1Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

08-01
18:36

Master P (Ice Cream Man) Reaction & Review

Let's dive into a record I've never heard before. I'm talking Master P's Ice Cream Man. I was told this was cold, so is it? Let's take a trip back to 96 and see what a hustling Master P sounds like.00:00 Start00:56 Wiki02:48 Reaction to Album 40:53 Final ScoresSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

07-21
44:19

Lil Keke LGND (Review & Reaction)

My first Lil Keke album. So how is it This came out in 2022 so it's new school but I'm gonna go in with an open mind. It has a killer set of features so how gangsta is it Let's find out.00:00 Intro01:25 Album Reaction35:35 Final ScoreSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

07-11
41:15

Above The Law (Uncle Sam's Curse) The Revisit

Let's talk about this classic album track by track. A real hidden gem maybe of the West Coast mid 90's.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

07-01
23:50

Daz Dillinger (Retaliation, Revenge and Getback 2) The Review

Is this worthy of the name? Let's dive into this album and find out. We got some dope ass throwback features and I'm hella hyped to find out.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

06-19
12:48

Slick Rick (Victory) The Review

My thoughts on Slick Rick's new album.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

06-16
15:04

E-40 (LOYALTY & BETRAYAL) How Gangsta was it?

https://open.spotify.com/album/784nKusPmRJVER8qZh5SGq?si=Oo0vPIDmSki5rj_nJivp3Q00:00 Intro02:22 Wiki05:23 Loyalty & Betrayal20:41 Record Company Skit32:23 It's Pimpin34:53 Clown With It38:03 Final Score#hiphopartist #gangstarap #bayarearapSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

06-12
29:32

New Gangsta Music: Too $hort, Xzibit, Snoop Dogg

How dope are these records?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

05-23
13:20

50 Cent (2050 Before the Massacre Mixtape) #gangstarap #50cent #hiphop

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__fUkHdUP9A00:00 Intro02:27 Record Intro09:08 Screw Faces 10:22 My Downfall12:43 Spider Loc Feature30:05 Final Thoughts & ScoreSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

03-10
32:36

Ghetto E (Ghetto Theater) Tha Revisit!

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 Intro02:26 Ball Like Dat09:03 Still Going Through a Thang18:25 World & Everything23:30 Resume of a Killa31:26 Wiki Stuff About Dayton Family41:59 Final Score and Top 3 SongsGangsta Rapology Top 3 Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2OZ...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

03-05
45:21

Gangsta Boo - (Inquiring Minds) 1st Listen Reaction

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=wyBpg7IPQO2ayJlW0HNWiA00:00 Introduction00:00 Album Start05:28 Enquiring Minds10:19 Oh No12:52 Kill Kill Kill Murder Murder Murder18:31 Where Dem Dollas At22:22 Wanna Go To War38:38 Money and the Powder45:45 Only You47:56 Who We Be51:50 Final ThoughtsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

02-21
55:25

Ant Banks (Big Thangs) Let's Revisit

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...So let's throw it back to '97 in this episode. Drop your favorite track in the comments!00:00 Beginning02:06 Intro (Big Thangs)04:13 Big Thangs (Feat. Ice Cube & Too $hort)16:59 Gamblin' Wit Ice T17:56 4 Tha Hustlas (Feat. 2Pac & MC Breed)37:33 You Want Me Back (Feat. CJ Mac)42:00 Final ThoughtsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

02-18
46:02

MC REN (Shock Of The Hour) The Revisit of a Classic

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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

02-06
15:15

TOP 10 Bun-B Tracks From The Rap-A-Lot Era

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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

01-27
13:20

Tha Mexakinz (1st Time Listen - Reaction)

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 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/album/0Y9PtNknB794Y3jfXs4PxH?si=BEV1BPSsSfGyyX_DFKeX6A00:00 Intro03:02 Introlude07:57 Never In This World12:16 Please Insanity20:37 Too Many MC's25:32 Frost Interlude40:37 The Wake Up Show44:02 Final Thoughts#reactionvideo #hiphop #gangstarapSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

01-19
47:05

GENIUS/GZA Liquid Swords (Was I wrong? Is it a classic?) Let's Revisit The Album

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 Introduction01:59 Liquid Swords13:14 I'm Going To Rap (Lyrical Recital)27:38 I Gotcha Back29:40 Final ThoughtsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

01-08
35:57

Too $hort (Get In Where You Fit In) - A Retrospective & Top 3

My top three favorite tracks from Too Short's "Get In Where You Fit In." This is a look back at a classic album.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

12-31
10:12

My Top Ten Favorites: DJ Quik

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!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tha-gangsta-rap-odyssey/donations

12-30
08:55

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