THA PLAYA$ MANUAL II

Listen 1: Time to break out the low rider. Ramirez COOKED with this. I didn't hear one buzzy bass (not that I don't like them) this entire album. Masterclass in focusing attention on fitting a vibe. Listen 2: I made a mistake in the previous portion of this review. There are several buzzy bass filled songs on this but they are all real bass (from what I can tell). Nothing electronic (from what I can tell). The skits on this thing are goofy as hell. Whoever the host is played out those parts perfectly. The end of the album is beautiful too. Instead of just going out with the band jamming, the crowd joins in with the clapping? Perfect way to wrap it up. Rocci's features on this are also killer. The use of him on here is second to none. Utilizing a voice exactly for what it was made to do. Crispy. 1 Week Later: Loved it from the first listen and it has only grew on me. Such a distinct sound on here that has a specific place and feel to it. Ramirez also just has this natural 90's sound to him that slots perfectly into the horns and featuring vocals.