Are The Hot Boys Really Coming Back?

Just saw an interview with Juvenile talking about a possible Hot Boys reunion album. He's confident that it will happen soon, possibly next year. There have been rumours of this for a few years now, so I'll believe it when I see it. The bad news is it sounds like it will only be 3 of the four members. It doesn't look like Turk is getting outta jail anytime soon. Still, it sounds like there is a little bit of hope here.
Still I have to wonder if Wayne is really down to do this. I mean he blew up big in the last few years. He doesn't really need this, right? If this does happen, I would love to see Mannie Fresh involved. What would a real reunion be without his beats behind them?
What we know for sure is that Juvenile and B.G. are both releasing albums in November. So, there's that. Check out a song that B.G., Wayne and Juvie did that may or may not end up on B.G.'s album. I hate the chorus, like, alot. But Juvie's flow saves this whole thing.



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Maybe Rap Music Doesn't Completely Suck After All

For the last few years, I've been pretty distant from rap music. I still listen to some stuff from time to time, but i didn't have that same excitement as i once had. I thought maybe I was just getting older. But I think it was just that I didn't hear anybody that was doing anything interesting.
That has all changed now that I've discovered Drake. Now, I know I'm not breaking any new ground with this. I'd heard he was supposed to be the next big thing for a little while now, but I was skeptical. I've heard that before. But after hearing a few of his rhymes, i can say he's for real. I like that he's not the stereotypical rapper. He's got a different vibe to him. After the jump, check out a few of his songs and let us know what you think.

The first one is a track called "Ignorant Shit" feat. Lil Wayne. Wayne does his best to follow Drake, but you can tell who wins here.

This next song is with Young Jeezy and (of course) Wayne. Once again, Drake murders this shit.

This is a song with Jay Z called "Off That". Unfortunately, Drake doesn't have a verse on the song, he's only on the hook. Hey Jay, smart move.

I had to include the "Every Girl" remix which features a bunch of Young Money rappers. Good stuff here, and Wayne's actually not as annoying as he sometimes can be.


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Thumbs Down's Top 3 Albums Of 2008

Well, here we go! Which albums made it into the top 3 for 2008? Let's find out, shall we? I know you're on the edge of your seat, so lets get to it.
3.Guns N Roses-Chinese Democracy. No, that's not a typo. This album is really that good. Okay, maybe I'm a little biased because I'm a big mark for Axl Rose, but these songs are really solid. It's fun to listen to. There's some great melodies and the guitar work is fucking amazing. I still say the Steven Adler was the best drummer they ever had and here the drums aren't exciting. But the songs are just epic. There was no way this album could have lived up to the hype after all these years. But it certainly delivered as far as I'm concerned.
2. Lil Wayne-The Carter 3. It's not all rock and metal on my list. I have to go along with everyone else and admit the greatness that was The Carter 3. Having been a fan of Wayne since the Hot Boys days, it's been fun to watch him turn into one of the biggest names in music today. "Lollipop" was one of the biggest songs of the year. "A Milli" and "Got Money"were right behind it and "Mrs Officer" is following right along. This album still has legs. Not a big fan of Robin Thicke being on this album, but that goes without saying. I have a feeling this will be his peak, but you never know.
And finally the number 1 album of the year is...

Local H- 12 Angry Months-I'm sure this comes as no surprise. The album that isn't on anyones list for the year but really should be. Yes, Local H is still around. Not only that but they've made the best album of their career. If you've ever had a rough breakup, this album is for you. Each song represents a month of feelings about a breakup. From trying to get back your record collection ("Where's all my Kyuss records/You never liked em until you met me") to meeting your ex's new boyfriend ("BMW Man"). From being sad about the split, to trying to move on to someone new ("Taxi Cabs") it covers it all. Not to mention how catchy alot of these songs are. Bottom line: You NEED to hear this album. It's good enough be my #1 album this year.

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