L.E.G.A.C.Y.: Project Mayhem

Since I found the group Little Brother, their rising producer 9th Wonder, and their crew of artists The Justus League, I have become familiar with hip hop that takes me back to the Native Tongues era. The majority of the music includes soulful beats and solid rhymes focusing mainly on everyday life.

L.E.G.A.C.Y. is another emcee who is a part of The Justus League, and after burning up the crew’s mixtapes, he steps forward with his first full-length solo album. Lyrically, on the first half of the album L.E.G.A.C.Y. wants to prove to listeners that he can tear a part a track with razor sharp rhymes; though it’s on the second half that we start to learn about his darker personal side.

There has been a lot of pain and hardship in L.E.G.A.C.Y.’s life, and he is not afraid to share it with his audience. The balance of braggadocio and introspection complement the album and provide a three dimensional portrait of the artist. Last but not least is the outstanding production provided by 9th Wonder and the underrated Khrysis.

If you’re a fan of The Justus League or if you enjoy hip hop that gives you the feel of Tribe or De La with a slightly harder edge, then give this a listen.

– Mike LaCroix
(6hole)