![]() ![]() Although it’s noted that most of the album seem to be unused scraps from To Pimp a Butterfly, the wide variety of narratives somehow imperfectly flow into one another. Beginning with the minimalist moss green album cover art and “untitled” track names, we see Kendrick at his most raw with interesting imperfections throughout the tracks. Upon first listen, untitled unmastered presented a mixtape-esque feel. It quickly flooded social media with high praise from die-hard K-Dot fans. untitled unmastered was released on March 3rd, 2016 via Apple Music, Spotify, and Tidal. Gangs, guns, and addiction are not uncommon topics broached by modern day rap artists but Kendrick’s unfiltered and genuine examination of the issues as a storyteller principally, and a rapper second, has led him to wide acclaim and ultimate icon status. untitled unmastered’s predecessors, Section.80, good kid, m.A.A.d city, and To Pimp a Butterfly, explored Kendrick’s childhood and experiences in Compton, often scenes of violence, and exemplified his storytelling talent. Kendrick Lamar (Top Dawg, Aftermath, & Interscope) – untitled unmasteredĬompton’s (arguably) finest rapper, Kendrick Lamar, has been hinting at an album release for months from performances on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Colbert Report, and his evocative display at the Grammy’s.
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