The Vancouver-based Rascalz are back with their fourth album, Reloaded. Their 10+ years in the hip-hop game has assured them their props, but unfortunately it didn't guarantee an amazing album.

Everything about this album seems a bit watered down. First of all, the album features 14 full-length songs and also includes 14 featured artists, several of which appear on more than one song. In some instances this works well, but unfortunately it doesn't for the Rascalz. It provoked a blaring lack of lyrical content, as songs were carried primarily by the catchiness of their chorus.

Secondly, Kemo jointly produces several of the tracks, as Red1 makes his production debut on five of the song. I realize the Rascalz do a lot of touring and don't have much free time, but they really ought to make the next album a solo Rascalz venture: Kemo as the solo producer; Red1 and Fit as the only emcees. That's what I'd like to see.

The Rascalz do bring a new flavour to this album, as they attempt to provide more of a reggae feel. They succeed on tracks like 'Fiyah!,' and 'Send Fi Dem' and with the addition of featured artists such as Notch, East Juvi and Jah-Fus.

Despite the album's downfalls, it does provide some impressive tracks. The 'Intro' will get you pumped as it incorporates many recognizable Rascalz-influenced samples. 'Clash (We Don't Play)' is an impressive upbeat in-your-face track highlighted by young Sugar Prince's contagious chorus. 'Movie Star' features another infectious chorus, and as the second single is likely to blow up. 'Warrior' is a funky upbeat track encouraging everyone to make a stand against many of the issues facing the people of today. Fit's solo production on the 'Cruise Control' interlude left me yearning for a taste of his debut solo album. 'Stop Drop' is an upbeat head-banger anthem. The bonus track, 'Porsupuesto' is an upbeat Spanish-influenced banger. 'Murderah' will have you seeing visions of Shyne's 'Bad Boyz.' And of course there's 'Crazy World' - the infectious Rascalz first single, which reached number one on Much Music.

Overall, I found it very hard to get into this album partially because it didn't meet my level of expectations. There are some impressive tracks, but the lack of content left me at a loss. If you're a diehard Rascalz fan or are REALLY feeling 'Crazy World,' then this album might be for you.

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