Crenshaw
| Nipsey Hussle
Crenshaw
Crenshaw is the eighth official mixtape by American rapper Nipsey Hussle. The mixtape was released as a free digital download on October 8, 2013, on mixtape hosting websites. It was also released in a limited first edition of 1,000 copies for $100 each including other incentives via his All Money In record label. The mixtape features production by The Futuristiks, 1500 or Nothin', 9th Wonder, DJ Dahi, Mike Free, Ralo, Wizzo and Jiggy Hendrix, among others. Guest appearances on the mixtape came from Rick Ross, Dom Kennedy, Slim Thug, James Fauntleroy II, Z-Ro, Skeme and Sade among others. The mixtape was supported by the singles "Checc Me Out" featuring Dom Kennedy and Cobby Supreme, "U See Us", "The Weather" featuring Rick Ross, "If U Were Mine" featuring Fauntleroy, and "1 of 1". -Wikipedia
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HipHop DX
While not without its flaws, at its high points (of which there are many) “Crenshaw” is on par, or above what a lot of artists have put on shelves as of late.
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BET
Overall, unlike his Marathon and Bullets Ain't Got No Names mixtapes, Crenshaw does not feature much of a classic LA sound, which incorporates funk, bass and just a touch of jazz to create a lowrider friendly vibe that's helped usher the region into the national spotlight. But it doesn't sink Hussle's rep any more so than it simply doesn't elevate it.
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Soul Head
Crenshaw proves that once again, the West Coast Renaissance is underway, and Nipsey Hussle will certainly play a prominent role!
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HNHH
From top to bottom, there’s not a single whack beat on this project. Nipsey’s beat selection is one of his best attributes at this juncture. Every song “feels” like it should.
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XXL Mag
Crenshaw has its moments, but it ultimately reflects the process of a rapper stretching styles and seeing what he’s most comfortable with. The exercise might not yield many immediate results, but it’s a necessary workout for an artist trying to please loyal fans and potential newcomers.
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The Badger Herald
For fans of West Coast hip-hop, his music is infectious. Nipsey is proof that an independent artist can become a major force in today’s world of Clear Channel sameness and major label monopolies. This is just the beginning, though.
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Rap Reviews
That’s not to say Nipsey isn’t unique, but when compared to other notable Crenshaw alum, and West Coast emcees such as Snoop Dogg and The Game, there just isn’t enough character or depth to Nipsey’s lyrics to warrant the hype, let alone $100.
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