After a 4 year hiatus, Gang Starr stepped back on the scene in 1998 with arguably the greatest album in their stacked catalog, Moment Of Truth. Guru and DJ Premier elevated to another level with the beats and rhymes, making this their most successful album ever released. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8nc1oBJ62pi&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Though not one of Heavy D's most successful albums, 1992's Blue Funk is one of his most personal, complemented by a more prevalent street-like sound than his other releases.With production from Tony Dofat, DJ Premier, Pete Rock and Jesse West (just to name a few), Heavy D and The Boys created an LP that feels rough around the edges, while also proving the haters wrong without compromising who they were. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8nc1oBJ62pi&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

When you think of the best hip-hop albums, many come to mind. However one that should, but is often forgotten is the 1993 debut album from Lords Of The Underground, titled Here Come the Lords. Produced by the legendary Marley Marl, underrated K-Def rappers Doitall and Mr. Funke, along with DJ Lord Jazz, they bring their high energy and lyrical skills that are a match made in heaven over their rugged beats. Their ability to rap crazy, like on the track Psycho, or add humor like we hear on Sleep for Dinner, make this an entertaining album that belongs in the conversation about best hip-hop albums of all time. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8nc1oBJ62pi&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Menace 2 Society was not only one of the best films in its genre, the soundtrack became one of the best hip-hop movie soundtracks of all time. Featuring some of hip-hops' finest such as Spice 1, MC Eiht, Too $hort, KRS-One, DJ Quik, Da Lench Mob, and Brand Nubian, this soundtrack is a certified classic from 1993. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8nc1oBJ62pi&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

On this episode, we review one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever made. We're talking about the 1993 classic, Return Of The Boom Bap from KRS-One. After releasing five albums with Boogie Down Productions, KRS-One went solo. He recruited different producers, most notably DJ Premier, to reinvent his career and create a hip-hop album created solely for the hardcore heads. Just as he tells us on the title track, Return Of The Boom Bap means the return of the real hard beats and real rap! https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8nRo5KsLZ8w&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Episode 90 is a review of the second LP from hip-hop duo Nice & Smooth, titled Ain't A Dam Thing Changed, released in 1991. The group's second album builds on what they created on their first, where they blend singing, harmonies, ill beats and raps to create a well-rounded album. With hits like Sometimes I Rhyme Slow and Hip-Hop Junkies, this album showcases the eclectic style of Greg Nice and Smooth B, which gained the respect of the most hardcore rappers of their time. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8nCauMyQZQc&_r=1

While Tupac is well known for his later albums, his first two LPs rarely get recognition they deserve. His 1993 sophomore effort, Strictly for My N.#.G.G.#.Z., was the album that jump started his career. With hits like I Get Around and Keep Ya Head Up, Pac is in revolutionary mode, much like his peers Public Enemy and Ice Cube, creating an album we believe can rival the likes of his most popular. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr

Bring The Noise Podcast wants to start the summer out right and what's better then dropping the Top 10 Hip-Hop Summer Songs pt.2 absolutly nothing enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

When we say bonified classic albums, this week's album is what we mean. We're talking about the sophomore release from A Tribe Called Quest, titled The Low End Theory. Following their successful debut in 1990, A Tribe stormed back on the scene in 1991 with an LP for the ages, with most production handled by member Q-Tip. The beats were darker, jazzier, and heavier on the bass. Not only were the beats leveled up, the lyrics were as well from rappers Q-Tip and Phife Dawg. Phife's presence was notably stronger on this project as opposed to their debut, showing not only his emergence in the group but as an mc in general. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8mgvT4ULfGo&_r=1

We review the cult classic debut album from one of hip-hop's most celebrated characters, MF DOOM, titled Operation: Doomsday, released in 1999. Doom (formerly known as Zev Love X of KMD) reemerged after years of absence due to the untimely death of his brother DJ Sub Rock. After being screwed by the industry, this super rap villain returned to the scene exhibiting a metal mask and a new persona, with raps much darker and more complex than ever before. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8mU5fLStz0F&_r=1

This week, we look back at one of the most classic albums in hip-hop titled Reachin' (A New Refutation Of Time And Space) from Digable Planets, released in 1993. This trio, consisting of Butterfly, LadyBug Mecca and Doodle Bug, blends their smooth style over jazzy beats that had everyone wishing they were cool like that. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8mU2cz9aCNO&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

This week we count down the top ten hip-hop albums from the year 1987.

Our last episode in April reviews the 1995 debut album from hip-hop group The Nonce, titled World Ultimate. Rappers Nouka Basetype and Yusef Afloat blend abstract rhymes over laid-back beats, providing a mellow album perfect for just chilling out. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8lv81cUtX4A&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

This week, we review a dynamic album titled Breakin' Combs from artist Dred Scott, released in 1994. Dred not only handles rhyming duties but also the production, making him a literal one-man band. This was his only album ever released but his magnum opus remains a true underground classic. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qrhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4dhttps://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8lhJo9VYp2c&_r=1

This week we take a look at another group who dropped a one and done underground gem, titled 30 Below The Funk from group 3 Steps From Nowhere. Released in 1995, members Doug Lazy Rimshot and Black Crow blend laid back, jazzy hip-hop with strong lyrics that create a memorable album for ‘95. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8lTxUtI1nwc&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

In episode 80, we dive underground to review the debut and only album from duo Da King & I, titled Contemporary Jeep Music. Producer DJ Majesty hooks up some jazzy dope beats for his partner, rapper Izzy Ice, to make an underground album that could rival the likes of other DJ rapper groups such as Pete Rock and CL Smooth, or Gang Starr. Unfortunately we only got one album from the pair so we will never know what kind of success they could have achieved beyond this hidden gem. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8lTk2tocMHb&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

This week we count down the Top 5 Posse Cuts part 2 adding on to part one released back in 2022. We dissect each song and pick who had the best verse from each one. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8l9P80UjA8R&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

This week, we conclude our salute to the women of hip-hop with arguably one of the most successful groups in the game. We're talking none other than Salt-N-Pepa and their second album A Salt With A Deadly Pepa, released in 1988. Salt-N-Pepa, along with DJ Spinderella, built on their debut album's success with their sophomore album, creating fun and energetic music while showcasing their talent all at once. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8l73TV66DGA&_r=1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d

Continuing our month dedicated to female MC's, we take it to the West Coast to review the debut album Make Way For The Motherlode from rapper Yo-Yo released in 1991. Backed by Ice Cube and production from Sir-Jinx, Yo-Yo stomped on the scene to let everyone know she was the brand new intelligent black woman and nothing could stop her. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8kxDbTjYCfX&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr

This week, we continue celebrating pioneer female MCs in hip-hop with the debut album from Roxanne Shante, Bad Sister, released in 1989. With Marley Marl on production, Shante does what she does best - battle rapping and boasting about her lyrical abilities, making her long overdue debut LP worth the wait. https://www.instagram.com/str8_the_clippa?igsh=cTBzNnFhenRkN3Nl&utm_source=qr https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086006336425&mibextid=hu50Ix https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonhetzel996?_t=8kWF5xzxPl1&_r=1