takes his charismatic style of rapping and applies it to a new production style on , his fourth solo album. This time around the beats seem darker and more synth-oriented, giving it an edge reminiscent of the bass-heavy sound. is a good example, featuring a sustained keyboard note droning on throughout the chorus with rapping in his raspy style. On the other hand, can still make a good dance song, like the hypnotic a fractured anthem that features robotic female vocals from and a slow beat consisting of clicks and snaps. Other guest appearances include 's turn on the dramatic on and the occasional appearances by , as well as production work from and , among others. The only questionable track is a remake of 's classic that may leave some fans cold due to its different feel and message. But outside of the one track, this is another solid release from a consistent artist who can still make relevant, interesting albums long after his days with . ~ Bradley Torreano