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Termanology Embarks on an Audible Journey Through Life with “Things I Seen” (Album Review)

Lawrence, Massachusetts emcee/producer Termanology linking up with Detroit, Michigan producer Bronze Nazareth for his 13th studio LP. The leader of the ST. da Squad collective, he would also form the duos G.O.Y.A. (Gunz Or Yay Available) with Shortfyuz as well as 1982 with Statik Selektah or Fizzyology with Lil’ Fame & more recently Teknology with Tek. You also have a dozen albums of his that he’s released by himself, with standouts including the sophomore effort Politics as Usual or Bad Decisions & the Dame Grease-produced Set in Stone to name a few. 3 months after Teknology’s eponymous debut, Term’s putting the Things I Seen on wax.

After the “Hex Murda” intro, the title track begins with this soulful boom bap beat talking about simply wanting to live whereas “Make It Flood”keeps it rugged instrumentally talking about being as smooth of an operator as he already is. “Beast Mode” gets back on the chipmunk soul vibe boasting his lyrical abilities just before “Fargo” featuring Wais P finds the 2 making too much money to be living in sorrow.

“Sometimes You Go” featuring Jon Connor sees the both of them talking about not living lavish & their passion being wherever they pass it while “History Lesson” also featuring Jon Connor goes back-to-back discussing God giving them the ability & that not being so much of a mystery. The “Do You Remember?” interlude should’ve been meshed with the actual song featuring SuperSTah Snuk since they tie-in well with each other chopping up the soul samples again so they can get reminiscent.

Marv Won joins Termanology on “Alotta Prose (I Know)” maintaining a soulful edge to the beat so both of them can brush off any small talk that comes their way since neither of them have any time for that shit & prior to the outro, the final song “Henny Cancer” featuring Bronze Nazareth himself & Salute da Kidd wraps officially concludes Things I Seen by getting the trio together for a hardcore hip hop barfest without a hook chasing a legacy.

Things I Seen bounces back from the mixed reception of Term’s last couple solo efforts representing the perfect intersection of two legendary forces in the underground scene bringing each of both parties’ unique flavor to the table to make an experience that transcends mere music by going on this audible journey through life, struggle & triumph. Bronze Nazareth’s unparalleled production & poetic lyricism joining forces with the ST. da Squad leader’s razor-sharp rhymes & magnetic presence results in an unrelenting dedication to their craft.

Score: 9/10

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Tek & Termanology are Teknology (Album Review)

Teknology is an east coast hip hop duo consisting of Tek & Termanology. One of whom hails from Brooklyn, New York & the other coming straight outta Boston, Massachusetts. Collaborating with each other multiple times over the years from tracks like “Walk with Me” to “Nobody” & “T2”, they’re coming off an appearance on UFO Fev’s 8th album Strapped from this summer to deliver a full-length debut of their own to start 2024’s final month.

After the intro, the title track produced by Statik Selektah sets the tone of what’s to come with a boom bap cut introducing us to both underground veterans as an official unit whereas “Hustler’s Soul” featuring Freeway groovily talks about the hustler mindset they have. “Money Deposits” featuring Ea$y Money works in more kicks & snares from Cartune Beatz advising to put your hands up just before “The Connect” featuring Bun B, Lil’ Keke & Paul Wall dabbles with trap for a homage to the south.

“I Got What You Need” featuring UFO Fev & Wais P atmospherically calls out those who don’t really want smoke when they be fakin’ it for the bullshit they be pullin’ leading into “She’s Got a Thing for Me” featuring 5 Mics shows off a more sensual side to all 3 performers & even the Statik beat gives off a laidback approach. “Boom Bap or Die” featuring Flash is Hip Hop pays homage to the titular sound that Nottz whips up, but then “The Sun Will Shine” featuring Steele warns the convo ain’t happening if money ain’t involved.

Meanwhile on “The Game Ain’t the Same”, we have Teknology atmospherically talking about the fact shit done changed while “What They Want” morbidly asks these bitches what exactly they want from them. “Toe to Toe” goes jazz rap & delivers well-articulated hardcore lyricism while “No Stoppin’” talks about them not slowing down over a Dom Dirtee instrumental. “Been Around” featuring UFO Fev ends it all by reaffirming their legacy on top of a Sndtrak instrumental.

Soon as I first heard “UFO Teknology” off Strapped during the summer, I knew that both of east coast MCs would eventually come together for an official body of work sooner rather than later & they sure did deliver on it. The production’s consistent, the guests all match the duo’s energy & they elevate their chemistry even further outstandingly bouncing off of each other’s intensities.

Score: 8/10

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Termanology and Tek of Smif-N-Wessun Announce Collaborative Project “Teknology” for December Release

Hip hop legends Termanology and Tek (of Smif-N-Wessun) have officially announced their highly anticipated collaborative project, Teknology, set to release on December 13, 2024. This joint effort brings together the lyrical prowess of both emcees, blending their unique styles into one powerhouse record. Alongside the announcement, Term and Tek have treated fans to the project’s title track, “Teknology,” produced by the acclaimed Statik Selektah, which is now available on all digital streaming platforms.

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Termanology Returns With “Uptown Fly” Feat. Lord Sko & Nim K

Termanology returns with his latest single “Uptown Fly” featuring Lord Sko & Nim K, off his new upcoming album “Time is Currency” entirely produced by multi platinum engineer/producer NasteeLuvzYou. Directed by NYJTheOfficial.

The new album drops April 26th and serves as Term’s 50th official project.

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Paul Wall & Termanology Look to “Start Finish Repeat” (Album Review)

This is the 2nd collaborative LP between Paul Wall & Termanology. One hails from Houston, Texas & the other coming straight out of Boston, Massachusetts. However, both of them have been holding it down for the culture for the past 2 decades with their insane work ethics & albums like The People’s Champ or Politics as Usual. They’ve worked with one another a few times within the last couple years & are took their chemistry to new heights with Start 2 Finish, so it was enough to have me anticipate the sequel Start Finish Repeat.

“Wall Paper (No Chit Chat)” is an angelic boom bap opener produced by Statik Selektah getting on that grind time whereas “Palm Trees” featuring AZ takes a more summery route from the slick instrumental to the lyrics about being fresh out the coupe after traveling high. “It’s Magic” featuring CL Smooth goes into funkier territory doing this with no apologies whatsoever leading into “Houston BBQ” featuring Bun B returning to the boom bap thanks to Large Professor providing an anthem for you to cookout to in the 713.

Moving on from there, “Talk About It” weaves this groovy sample with kicks & snares dropping smooth braggadocio just before “Positive Vibes” featuring Tony Sunshine of the Terror Squad gives off a glossy boom bap edge to the beat getting in their positivity bags. “Do It for the Ghetto” featuring Big K.R.I.T. works in some pianos & hi-hats so all 3 of them can join forces to write a ballad dedicated to the streets, but then “Got It Made” featuring Peedi Crakk of State Property discusses the way they living over an airy instrumental from Diamond D of the Diggin’ In The Crates collective.

“Blue Bill Bandit” compared themselves to thieves when it comes take $100s over a flute-tinged boom bap beat from Buckwild while “Smoke Somethin’” featuring Sheek Louch incorporates a soul sample courtesy of JR Swiftz talking about smoking weed of course. “Leather Recliner” is a synth-laced late night cruiser to bump riding with the top down while “No Apologies” brings back the Trill O.G. Bun B for a glamorously dusty joint about how they gon’ have to bring an army to take theirs. 

To start the final leg of the duo’s 2nd collaborative effort, the penultimate song “Real Life” gives off a jazzier flare musically giving y’all a look into their actual lives & the title track featuring NEMS fresh off his Scram Jones-produced major label debut Rise of the Silverback rounds it all out keeping the jazz influences in the picture bringing some kicks & snares into the fold so all 3 emcees can make it known to everyone listening with only minutes left that they back at it.

Start 2 Finish was a cool look at the Boston & Houston emcees gelling with one another, but this sequel over here is on par & even has it’s highs that’re higher than the last collab album was a year & a half ago. The production is generally based in Term’s east coast boom bap roots, but he & Paul are both spittin’ at an exceptional caliber together & the feature list is consistent on top of it

Score: 8/10

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Paul Wall & Termanology Look to “Start Finish Repeat” (Album Review)

This is the 2nd collaborative LP between Paul Wall & Termanology. One hails from Houston, Texas & the other coming straight out of Boston, Massachusetts. However, both of them have been holding it down for the culture for the past 2 decades with their insane work ethics & albums like The People’s Champ or Politics as Usual. They’ve worked with one another a few times within the last couple years & are took their chemistry to new heights with Start 2 Finish, so it was enough to have me anticipate the sequel Start Finish Repeat.

“Wall Paper (No Chit Chat)” is an angelic boom bap opener produced by Statik Selektah getting on that grind time whereas “Palm Trees” featuring AZ takes a more summery route from the slick instrumental to the lyrics about being fresh out the coupe after traveling high. “It’s Magic” featuring CL Smooth goes into funkier territory doing this with no apologies whatsoever leading into “Houston BBQ” featuring Bun B returning to the boom bap thanks to Large Professor providing an anthem for you to cookout to in the 713.

Moving on from there, “Talk About It” weaves this groovy sample with kicks & snares dropping smooth braggadocio just before “Positive Vibes” featuring Tony Sunshine of the Terror Squad gives off a glossy boom bap edge to the beat getting in their positivity bags. “Do It for the Ghetto” featuring Big K.R.I.T. works in some pianos & hi-hats so all 3 of them can join forces to write a ballad dedicated to the streets, but then “Got It Made” featuring Peedi Crakk of State Property discusses the way they living over an airy instrumental from Diamond D of the Diggin’ In The Crates collective.

“Blue Bill Bandit” compared themselves to thieves when it comes take $100s over a flute-tinged boom bap beat from Buckwild while “Smoke Somethin’” featuring Sheek Louch incorporates a soul sample courtesy of JR Swiftz talking about smoking weed of course. “Leather Recliner” is a synth-laced late night cruiser to bump riding with the top down while “No Apologies” brings back the Trill O.G. Bun B for a glamorously dusty joint about how they gon’ have to bring an army to take theirs. 

To start the final leg of the duo’s 2nd collaborative effort, the penultimate song “Real Life” gives off a jazzier flare musically giving y’all a look into their actual lives & the title track featuring NEMS fresh off his Scram Jones-produced major label debut Rise of the Silverback rounds it all out keeping the jazz influences in the picture bringing some kicks & snares into the fold so all 3 emcees can make it known to everyone listening with only minutes left that they back at it.

Start 2 Finish was a cool look at the Boston & Houston emcees gelling with one another, but this sequel over here is on par & even has it’s highs that’re higher than the last collab album was a year & a half ago. The production is generally based in Term’s east coast boom bap roots, but he & Paul are both spittin’ at an exceptional caliber together & the feature list is consistent on top of it

Score: 8/10

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Obnoxious Teams Up With Termanology on New Single “Chapo N Gotti”

After raising the bar with Madchild on the critically acclaimed joint album Mobsters & Monsters a couple months ago, San Diego emcee Obnoxious is back with his new C-Lance produced single “Chapo N Gotti” featuring Termanology. The track is the latest single from Obnoxious forthcoming Suburban Noize Records debut Sic Audio coming later this year.

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Leedz Edutainment Strengthens His Album With “A Worker Among Workers (Deluxe)”

Independent Hip Hop promoter Leedz Edutainment strengthens his critically acclaimed underground album with A Worker Among Workers (Deluxe Version). The 30-track project features featuring notable Hip Hop artists Masta Ace, Smif-N-Wessun, Slaine, Reks, Skyzoo, Edo.G, Termanology, Spose, A-F-R-O, Locksmith, El Da Sensei, Jarv, Zumbi Of Zion I, Ren Thomas, Akrobatik and includes seven exclusive bonus tracks. “I wanted to enhance the album with some new song concepts, remixes, interludes, and covers I felt brought out the theme of the project in more detail” says Leedz.

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Leedz Edutainment Strengthens His Album With “A Worker Among Workers (Deluxe)”

Independent Hip Hop promoter Leedz Edutainment strengthens his critically acclaimed underground album with A Worker Among Workers (Deluxe Version). The 30-track project features featuring notable Hip Hop artists Masta Ace, Smif-N-Wessun, Slaine, Reks, Skyzoo, Edo.G, Termanology, Spose, A-F-R-O, Locksmith, El Da Sensei, Jarv, Zumbi Of Zion I, Ren Thomas, Akrobatik and includes seven exclusive bonus tracks. “I wanted to enhance the album with some new song concepts, remixes, interludes, and covers I felt brought out the theme of the project in more detail” says Leedz.

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Leedz Edutainment Strengthens His Album With “A Worker Among Workers (Deluxe)”

Independent Hip Hop promoter Leedz Edutainment strengthens his critically acclaimed underground album with A Worker Among Workers (Deluxe Version). The 30-track project features featuring notable Hip Hop artists Masta Ace, Smif-N-Wessun, Slaine, Reks, Skyzoo, Edo.G, Termanology, Spose, A-F-R-O, Locksmith, El Da Sensei, Jarv, Zumbi Of Zion I, Ren Thomas, Akrobatik and includes seven exclusive bonus tracks. “I wanted to enhance the album with some new song concepts, remixes, interludes, and covers I felt brought out the theme of the project in more detail” says Leedz.

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