Frank Ocean surprised me. I've been on a small hip-hop kick, and his album nostalgia,ULTRA, has been on serious rotation. I dig his Craig Davidian slash Drake-ish sound. A smooth soul singer with a rap like edge. This premiere album features everything good about hip-hop from good beats, good lyrics, good vocals and good flow. He may not blow you away, but his abilities are definitely satisfying. The highlight is clearly "Novocaine," (apparently the new drug of choice). He has great topics from girls not understanding Radiohead, to not singing tracks for chicks, to conspiracy theories, to sampling MGMT, The Eagles, and even a movie (Eyes Wide Shut). There is a lot to like here. Hope you enjoy nostalgia,ULTRA.
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