The real star is the scathing, Oriental loop that just doesn’t get old no matter how many times I rewind that shit. The Wu-Tang comparison re-emerges on “The Don’s Cheek” with Bronson sharing a tale of money, drugs and respect not too dissimilar to the original Chef, Raekwon. There can’t be many current emcees willing to rhyme to a guitar on “Pepe Lopez” the way Bronson unashamedly does. Just as Ghostface excels over quirky production, whether it be from his Wu-brethren or this year’s marvelously dark “Twelve Reasons To Die” by Adrian Younge, it most certainly adds to the package. “Blue Chips 2” is no different, but is musically so diverse compared to the likes of “Well Done” and “Saaab Stories” that Action’s appeal becomes more likable. The Ghostface Killah influence is undeniable (particularly in the constant pop-culture references) and while he can certainly spit, his abrasive language and wild imagery has usually included some stupid shit to spoil it. The reason I’ve chosen to write about the latest Action Bronson mixtape is to prove that if you didn’t enjoy his previous work, give this FREE mixtape a chance because I have been converted to Bronson’s brand of abrasive hip hop. Having heard his project with Statik Selektah, I was unimpressed and find his voice has rarely stood out on the numerous collaborations he has featured on in the past few years. I’ll admit this straight out the gate, I’ve never been a fan of Action Bronson.
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