What makes BlackenedWhite by MellowHype notable?

BlackenedWhite played a crucial role in cementing MellowHype's status in alternative hip-hop, receiving positive reviews from critics and fans alike. It contributed to the Odd Future movement's rise, influencing a generation of artists with its blend of irreverence and experimentation. Released in early 2010, BlackenedWhite was MellowHype's first studio album, following their mixtapes that established them as key figures in the Odd Future collective. At this point, they were gaining traction within the underground hip-hop scene, building on the buzz created by their previous works.

How many songs are on BlackenedWhite?

BlackenedWhite has 11 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

BlackenedWhite

MellowHype · 2010

30 min · 11 tracks · alternative hip-hop

Raw and experimental beats intertwine with introspective lyrics, capturing the chaotic spirit of alternative hip-hop in the late 2000s.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Gunsounds — This track exemplifies the raw energy and confrontational style that characterizes much of the album, with stark beats that mirror the aggressive lyrics.
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Fuck the Police — A bold statement against authority, this track captures the rebellious ethos of MellowHype and showcases their ability to blend humor with social commentary.
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Loaded — With its complex layering and dark undertones, Loaded highlights the duo's lyrical depth while also representing the album’s more introspective side.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Primo 2:14
2 Gunsounds 2:43
3 Brain 2:30
4 64 2:55
5 Loaded 4:23
6 Deaddeputy 1:59
7 Right Here 3:11
8 Igotagun 2:04
9 Fuck the Police 3:12
10 Rico 2:35
11 Circus 3:07

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