While this supergroup represents three different geographical flavors of hip-hop -- Joe Budden and Joel Ortiz both from the East, Crooked I from the West, and Royce Da 5'9" coming out of Detroit -- their self-titled debut Slaughterhouse brings to mind the fiercest offerings from the N.Y.C. groups Mobb Deep and M.O.P. The album is tough, cold, and relentless to the point that you could call it limited, but unlike the aforementioned duos who act as traditional crews do, Slaughterhouse present their lyrics in a roundtable fashion. These four veteran voices trade lines with old-school open mic hunger, performing in a get-in-get out-and-prove style that comes from years of being underappreciated and mistreated. This means shock value is the thing with "Lyrical Murderers" offering both "Most rappers are comedy gold/They like their boyfriend's sodomy hole" and "I'm ridin' with my daughter in the front/With the AK in the baby's seat." Notice that another boasting track called "Microphone" follows and the redundancy becomes clear, but you wouldn't fault Devin the Dude for putting two weed songs in a row. Slaughterhouse deserve the same forgiveness when it comes to declaring war on the industry, and even if "Cuckoo" shouts "I don't need a hook for this one", tracks like the Bacardi-swingin' "Not Tonight" or the guitar rockin' "The One" show they can create radio worthy monsters without the major-label sellout. Well-chosen guests like Fatman Scoop and Pharoahe Monch increase the thug appeal while earthshaking productions from the Alchemist, DJ Khalil, and Mr. Porter seal the deal.
“Supergroup” is a word that is seldom justified in hip hop. Sure, they may start off a supergroup, but end up being a superdud. Perhaps it is hype that surrounds the compilation of a multiple high...* Summary only. Visit the site for full article!
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If it weren’t for the Microphone, there would be no hip-hop—without them, live shows wouldn’t be the same, and recording would be, well, impossible. As evidenced by this new cut off their forthcoming full-length, Slaughterhouse are well aware of the mic’s importance. The lyrical supergroup aren’t quite encouraging their proliferation, though—actually, Joe Budden, Crooked I, Joell Orti
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iLL Vibes dropped off this nearly-16 minute long clip of Royce, Joell, Joe and Crooked's performance at RTB.
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SLAUGUST 11TH..go get it. Once again we are back with yet another important update regarding the debut album from Slaughterhouse. As everyone knows, the album is set to drop in less than three weeks and the final piece to the puzzle has fallen into place. We are proud to present the track list from the most [...]
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I’m sure 90% of you have heard the entire album by now, but the true fans should still support. You can pre-order the Deluxe Edition on iTunes now! And with that said, we’ve go the green light to let loose of another track. SLAUGHTERHOUSE!DOWNLOAD: Slaughterhouse - Onslaught 2 (prod. Emile) | MediafirePREVIOUS: Slaughterhouse - Microphone [...]
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Despite the lovely dovey picture, there is no soft shit on this record. Glad to see Joey kept his word with the leakage. Slaughterhouse (August 11th)! DOWNLOAD: Slaughterhouse - Woodstock f. M.O.P. | Mediafire
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The Slaughterhouse machine speaks with Devi Dev (of HardKnockTV) about their album, their individual careers and who they think could rival them (aka another 4 member group).Jay, Em, Andre & Weezy? Hmm… Jay-Z, 2pac, Biggie & Jesus.
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iLL Vibes dropped off this nearly-16 minute long clip of Royce, Joell, Joe and Crooked's performance at RTB.
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No, the machine didn't dismantle Hov's single (yet?). The clip above features Slaughterhouse debating what city hosts the best lyricists. Thoughts?
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The On-Air Idiot Show brings Slaughter House to Toads place for their first headlining concert as a group (7-17-09). Joe Budden clears up media-take outs rumor of him breaking up with Tahiry and provides the pop culture website with some humor. Crooked I gives props to Eminem & Jay-Z and also sheds some inside light [...]
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If you cross me, here's how your life story would begin: Once upon a time… thee end - Crooked I Uh oh… new Slaughterhouse to begin the descent into the evening? NMC is the way to be. August 11th is the date. UPDATE: Fuck it… let's keep the exclusives coming. Hit the jump for some more [...]
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…despite what what heard and said prior. It seems as if the Slaughterhouse machine are putting out a full album. They are currently in NY recording. And if it were up to Joey, we'd have a few more leaks haha. He also believes it will be the Cavs and Lakers in the Finals. Smart rapper.
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This wasn't supposed to drop until tomorrow exclusively on OnSMASH, but thanks to some heads they had to let the cat out of the bag. August 11th, get ya minds right.
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…through Koch Records E1 Music. Joey let the cat out of the bag the other day that the machine would be bypassing an EP and going for a full length. So far production from Streetrunner, DJ Khalil & The Alchemist have been confirmed (I know a few others but can't say yet… ohhhhh shit); and [...]
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Here's another look at the upcoming video from the Slaughter machine. This time you actually get to preview the (DJ Khalil produced) record and get a more candid look on set. PREVIOUS: Slaughterhouse - Woodstock f. M.O.P.
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Talk about a perfect screen shot for the still above. Great job Rik! Three/21 and E1 present the trailer for the highly anticipated Slaughterhouse music video for The One. Be on the lookout for the video premiere on MTV Jams (hourly) and MTV2 Sucka Free this Sunday July 12. Single out on iTunes now click here [...]
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