The latest in a string of superb releases from Charlotte’s Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon, Too Little, Too Late captures the rapper in top form once again. Sporting production from an ensemble cast (Mike Digi and Flls being two of the top performers), the album is a more relaxing listen than many of the rapper’s past works. The beats are far from one note however, as the sonic diversity on offer here is easily on par with any of his past releases. The raps are impeccable once again, with single ‘He For the Streets’ being a major highlight. This track’s title is an interesting play on words that captures the wider appeal of the Charlotte MC’s music eloquently. Although it holds within its tracklist the same brilliance as his other 2021 releases, I strongly feel that this is the beginning of a new era for Jah-Monte. He may still have plenty of time for naysayers, but with greater blessings in his life than ever it’s only right that the rapper celebrates them with more triumphant, luxurious lyrical content. He more than deserves his place in the rap hall of fame, and it’s clearer than ever on this release that he isn’t going anywhere but up from here. The album’s title adopts a double meaning in this sense, it is aimed not only at those who may have doubted Jah-Monte’s rise to the top, but also towards those who think he may one day fall from his position (it’s far ‘Too Late’ for that).
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Where Are You? Prod By Mike Digi

Damage Per Second

Got It For Cheap

BABYSTEPS Prod. Jimmy Stubbs

@chaosmagic13
@al-divino

artwork by AOI Industries

Koncept Jack$on & Al. Divino - Counterfeit Loot (prod. Darktwaine)

scheme team @unlucky_bastards
mixed by: @big-kahuna-og

hand2hand Lil'man (prod. Unlucky Bastards)

peace to beat konducta, the loop digga, the madliberator.

DAP - 100 HUES (beats by Sadhu Gold)

Following up the rich, soulful Jewelry Rap and the gritty, mafioso Alkaline Water, Jah-Monte’s third record of the year God Body & Soul (I Mastered Self II) is a piece composed by a litany of producers (including recent collaborators like Killer Kane and Krow) and of course Jah-Monte’s dense, storytelling raps. This diverse sound remains unified by general themes: echoing piano chords, tough yet playful drums and sombre jazzy moments. Jah-Monte’s verses are like pure gold dust, sweeping over each beat and leaving nothing but lyrical magic in his wake. With a concise track list, elite performances on each and every song, and most vitally an incredible ear for atmosphere, this is yet another stunning addition to the best rapper in Charlotte’s catalogue. Paying homage to the greats while also demanding his respect, the MC once again refused to take his foot off the game’s neck with this one.




http://kingcallis.bandcamp.com/album/god-body-soul-i-mastered-self-ii-side-a

GOD BODY & SOUL (I MASTERED SELF II) SIDE B

lamb ragu ft jay bel (prod.riley lamarre)

Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon - Pray Hard [prod. By Funk.Shu]

1. overture (prod. bart buurman)
2. more gems (prod. riley lamarre)
3. levee (prod. riley lamarre)
4. espresso café (prod. bart buurman + conner duke)
5. starks strategy ft. blackchai (prod. argov)
6. leather pouches ft. cashmere p + amir bilal (prod. riley lamarre)
7. blood vessels (prod. argov)
8. tears (prod. keysun)

lamb ragu ft jay bel (prod.riley lamarre)

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