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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
I feel cheated, January 2, 2003
So I read this magazine in 1999 who gave this album 4 1/2 mics (you know what mag I'm talking about). So I'm thinking, with that high rating, this album should be the bomb, right? I listened to the album, and it's not that the album was garbage (because the production by Hangmen 3 was pretty decent and the guest stars saved the album from mediocrity). It's their connection with the "Sauce" that got me. You all heard the story: Dave Mays, who worked for that mag, owned this group and that's why their pictures appeared nowhere but in that magazine. They seem more like manufactured artists than real rappers now (especially the one with the solo career, Benzino, who can't rap for nothing). Even Master P outshined them on "Deja Vu". Now I can't even listen to this album anymore because I feel tricked into buying this album. So the lesson today, kids, is to not always trust a rating system to see if a product is legit. Speaking of that, I noticed that the only people who gave Made Men and Benzino high ratings are from their hometown, Boston.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Impressive, May 5, 2000
The Made Men's debut alblum is one of the better alblums to come out in 1999. It features some phenomenal cuts, as well as some forgetable ones. The highlight would have to be "Tommy's Theme" which features a stellar performance by The Lox. This joint packs an ill beat and some powerful lyrics, defenetly a hit. "Right Now" and "Blowin Circles In The Wind" are also two very strong offerings from this Boston trio, "Right Now" will get anyone at your party crunk, it's a shame none of these gems are on the radio. Unfortunatley, those are the only three tracks that are really good. Granted, there are some others that are hot, but they get old after a while. After a while, some of the songs start to sound alike and you get tired of listening. However, with three incredible joints and a host of other strong offerings, CLASSIC LIMITED EDITION features very little material that can be criticized. If you're going to come into the rap game, this is the way to do it.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Almightly RSO are back..., September 24, 1999
Made Men used to go by "The Almighty RSO". During the late 80's RSO was ahead of their time with hardcore, unapologetic gang rap. Album covers featured RSO in fresh Adidas warm ups brandishing pistols. These boys made some noise years ago around 93-94 with "One in the Chamba", but because of explicit subject matter the management label (Tommy Boy) decided to suppress the single. Tommy Boy was better known for stuff like De La Soul and the UMCs. I tried to track down a copy for months to no avail when I was in college. When I saw the video I recognized them from the album cover and I picked it up. Very, Very strong. I can see why these guys have stayed on for so long. Recommended
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