Released 20 years ago
Common Market
Common Market · 2006
53 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop
Eclectic beats blend with introspective lyrics, forging a unique soundscape that captures the essence of underground hip-hop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Push — This track showcases the duo's skillful lyricism and dynamic flow while tackling themes of perseverance against adversity. Its infectious beat invites listeners to engage with the message deeply.
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Every Last One — A standout track that combines personal reflection with social commentary, illustrating the group's ability to weave poignant narratives into their music.
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Crossbow — This song features intricate wordplay and vivid imagery, making it a prime example of Common Market's lyrical prowess and ability to create compelling storytelling through hip-hop.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends eclectic beats with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong craftsmanship but uneven cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with complex rhythms, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Lyrical delivery alternates between rapid-fire verses and more melodic hooks, allowing for dynamic shifts in energy throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Every Last One
The narrative shifts from personal introspection to broader societal critique, revealing deeper complexities within human experience.
This structural shift not only broadens the song's emotional scope but also connects personal struggles to collective societal issues, enhancing its impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Re-Fresh 3:43
- 2 Push 3:23
- 3 G'Dang Diggy 4:15
- 4 Connect For 3:17
- 5 Crossbow 3:28
- 6 Every Last One 2:41
- 7 Poison 4:13
- 8 Trinity 4:46
- 9 Kampo 1:57
- 10 Love One 3:24
- 11 Succor MC's 2:45
- 12 My Pathology 3:13
- 13 Keep Track 3:19
- 14 Doors 4:57
- 15 Every Last One (cornerstone remix) 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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