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9.1
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9.1 |
Consequence Of Sound
It might be a challenge for him to make something as relatable and soulful as Malibu again, but fortunately, the album has the kind of substance that suggests he’s built to last
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9.1
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Pretty Much Amazing
Malibu will appeal to you, your mother, your son, your pastor, your record shop owner and your favorite local DJ’s, because you feel afraid to classify it as anything
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9.0
82946
9.0 |
Spectrum Culture
Malibu is heavily indebted to the g-funk style that Dre innovated in the early ’90s
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9.0
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Exclaim
Offers a sense of wonder that's carefully rooted in funk and soul, and presents a complete vision from a blossoming new artist that's not only fearless, but leading something of a sonic revolution
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8.6
82782
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Pitchfork
His most assured and most personal project yet
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8.5
82780
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The 405
The year’s first R&B masterpiece
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8.0
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PopMatters
His ability to make uptempo soul without losing his ability to invoke a response more typical of downtempo sounds is particularly impressive...if Malibu is anything to go by, 2016 will be an even more notable year for Paak
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8.0
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The Irish Times
Bright, striking and compelling, as old-school sounds and notions are beautifully embedded in a new, experimental hinterland
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8.0
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Beardfood
His warm vocals and jazzy instrumentation make for an enjoyable and promising effort
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8.0
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Gig Soup
Maintaining the recent west coast resurgence up next is Anderson .Paak. Delivering a intense thought provoking jam session of the highest order
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8.0
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Q
This is more a soul album than a rap album. Print edition only
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8.0
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The Guardian
Even with Frank Ocean, Beyoncé, Rihanna and Solange stealing the headlines, this year felt like a breakout for the one-time Dre protege
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7.0
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Spin
A melody-driven rap release that moonlights as a funk opus, with a serious emphasis placed on soul
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7.0
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FasterLouder
He filters golden age soul through contemporary hip hop in an effortless fashion
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6.0
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Rolling Stone
The music isn't always as dynamic as his thoughts
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