Music Monday 35.

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Kanye West & Jay-Z - H.A.M



Two of the biggest hip hop artists in the world combining to create an album called Watch The Throne was always going to be highly anticipated. The expectations are high, super high. Although they are entirely justified after Kanye's incredible 2010 with his G.O.O.D Fridays and MBDTF and Jay Z just being just about as big as any artist ever and still at the top of his game. Then last week, a track was leaked/released, the internet went wild, everyone listened, and then everyone went..."oh, is that it?". This track is trying too hard all the way through, it wants to be dark and epic, but it just isnt't, it's desperate. Jay Z's performance is probably the only saving grace in it, we expected more Yezzy and Hov. Try again please.

Lil Wayne - 6 Foot 7 Foot



I've got to admit, I've never given Lil Wayne a big listen, his voice tends to grate on me somewhat. However his first track since his incarceration has caught my attention. It's aggressive and in your face, it's got a solid rhythm and beats but most importantly it's got Lil Wayne's lyrics in full flow. It's ridiculous. Listen to him spit his way through this track and simply appreciate.

Lykke Li - I Follow Rivers



A change of direction here somewhat, but in an equally good one. The much anticipated album from Lykke Li is soon to upon us and this is the second single. This girls sticks to what she knows best, a great voice, a poppy and catchy tune over some indie beats. A solid combination.

Adele - Rolling In The Deep (Jamie xx Remix)



Wow, this is pretty cool. Jamie XX from, err, The XX has recently turned his tricks to remixing and producing songs, and this songs proves it was a very well thought move. It looks like there's some exciting stuff to come from this man, namely a team up with Drake, also check out his work with the legendary Gil Scott Heron. But this remix of Adele will more than do for now. It's great to see two of Britain's top musical talents combining.