Search - Tech N9ne :: Anghellic

The Greatest Rapper Alive!!

J. Miller | Cleveland, OH | 11/17/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Tech N9ne is the greatest rapper alive. Bottom line. For those of you that only like mainstream rap, you may want to broaden your horizons. You're not going to hear any songs about getting krunk in the club, unnecessarily bustin' caps at n*ggaz, or how sweet Tech's rims are. What you will hear are songs about real life issues, such as abortion ("Real Killer"), marriage ("This Ring"), and Tech's misunderstood image ("Devil Boy"). He mixes controversial material with a dark horror theme and it works great. Tech N9ne can flow better than ANY rapper out there today... think Twista with better lyrics and a more wicked sound. In my opinion, even the supposed greatest rappers of all time (e.g. 2 Pac, Biggie, Dre, etc.) don't come close to matching Tech's skills. I'd like to see Pac or Dre try to rap as fast as Tech, while putting on one of the most energetic live shows in the industry today... wouldn't happen! I'm not hating on those guys, but I think Tech outshines more than 99% of the rappers out there (dead or alive), both lyrically and performance wise. Plus, Big Krizz Kaliko is like the underground Nate Dogg, Kutt is tight, and most of Tech's beats are sick too, so he certainly isn't lacking in the support department.



As far as the album goes, "Anghellic" definitely has a more underground and serious feel to it than his follow-up "Absolute Power". Both albums are great, but if I had to pick one "Anghellic" would be slightly superior. Here is a track-by-track breakdown for dat azz:



1. Devil Boy - (B+) - I like the fact that there is no "Intro" on the CD, which seems to be a prerequisite for releasing a rap album now-a-days. This song is a good opener... not one of my personal favorites, but it sets the tone well.

2. Hellevator - (Skit)

3. Tormented - (A-) - This song took some time to grow on me, but now I love it. Crazy rapping!!

4. Stamina - (A+) - This is possibly the best 10 second track ever. I've never loved something this short so much!! Great in concert too!

5. Sinister Tech - (B+) - Another really good track. This one also takes a little time to grow on you.

6. Psycho Messages - (Skit)

7. Psycho Bxtch - (A+) - This is one of my favorites. A classic Tech song, wicked and hard-hitting. I love how they transformed the Halloween theme song into a SICK beat. Makes you want to stay away from psycho bxtches!!

8. Real Killer - (A-) - The chorus could use a little work, but any song about killing babies gets a thumbs up. I'd like to see Will Smith remake this one.

9. Cursed - (B) - This is a good song too. It's a low-key rap track and doesn't have the energy of the previous tracks, but it's still tight.

10. Suicide Letters - (B) - A solid slow track, in which Tech lets us know his suicidal thoughts. Yet another topic that most mainstream rappers won't touch. This is the best suicide rap song since "1-800-Suicide" by the Gravediggaz. The chick's voice sounds good on the chorus too.

11. Purgatory - (Skit)

12. It's Alive - (A) - KC-MO.....Whoaaaa...Ohhh! 'Nuff said.

13. Einstein - (A) - Great song! For first-time Tech N9ne listeners, this is a good track to start with.

14. Breathe - (A+) - WOW! This has to be one of my all-time favorite Tech songs. The flow is so sick it gives you the flu. I love the dark feeling of the whole track.

15. Who You Came To See - (C) - This is the second worst song on the album, but it still isn't terrible. When you look at all of the other great songs on the album though, this one just seems average.

16. Wake Up Call - (Skit)

17. This Ring - (A+) - This is another favorite. Voted as Tech N9ne's "best track ever" by his fans -- you'll see why once you listen to it.

18. God Complex - (A-) - The goodness keeps coming. Amen.

19. F.T.I. - (A-) - Another classic Tech track, which was released along with the F.T.I. (Fxck The Industry) commercials that he made. This one features the whole Strange Music family... the superior sequel can also be found on the Kottonmouth Kings "No. 7" album, where Tech spits a fantastic verse as well.

20. Going Bad - (D-) - The is one of the worst Tech N9ne songs that I've heard and is really the only song that I would say "sucks" on this album. The chorus is beyond boring and the whole track has nothing going for it. Oh well, we'll let this one slide.

21. Heaven - (Skit)

22. Twisted -- (C+) -- I'd consider this the third worst track on the album, but once again it still isn't that bad. Tech seems to think very highly of this track, no doubt because he got to work with the legendary Roger Troutman on it. Not a favorite and definitely not an example of why I love Tech, but I still respect the effort and change of style.



Overall, if want a change of pace from the ordinary, get this album and give Tech a chance. If you like anything along the lines of ICP, Twiztid, Necro, KMK and Esham, you will definitely like this. Even if you hate the wicked shxt, but still like rappers such as Twista or Bone Thugs, I think you'll find yourself impressed with Tech's skills. I can't wait for Everready: The Religion!!! Also check out "Need Some Help" on Twiztid's Fright Fest 2005 EP and "Madhouse" on ICP's Forgotten Freshness 4 for some new dope Tech N9ne flavor."

One of the best rap albums to be released since 2Pac

Ty AKA STASIS | Seattle, WA | 03/08/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Tech N9ne displays unbelievable talent and strength in his album "AngHellic". His hunger for fortune and fame has obviously pushed him to be the best he can be. His flows are incredible, his style is unique and original. He is very much aware of the direction that rap is heading and will stop at nothing to change it into what it was made to be in the first place, the competition of REAL talent. He has recently released another heavy-hittin' album labeled "Absolute Power" (which you should strongly consider purchasing also and includes a DVD and bonus tracks) and gives you, the fan, a chance to listen to his CD first before buying it!!! ... Please support Tech N9ne and buy one, or both, of his albums you will definatly not regret it, he will be BIG in the near future no doubt! These albums are only for the TRUE rap fans, if you like 2Pac or Bone Thugs N Harmony you will love Tech N9ne!"

The best........

nickye | KS | 09/30/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Tech is the best rapper "alive" next to the deceased 2Pac. Tech lets you in on his life and is not afraid to say what he is thinking ("Real Killa", "Suicide Notes"). Not alot of club dance hit, it is WAY beyond that. Lyrics are the best out there, he can switch styles at the drop of a hat. Whole album tells a story from beginning to end, crazy insane beats (a heart beating). Many songs will shock you and make you rewind it and listen again. Best album I have ever listened to ALL TIME!

Check out his old stuff also, just as crazy and more underground sound. He spent alot of time and money on this album, that is why after he was dropped from JayCor he went to their offices to get his album back and re-release it. This album is his life.

Best album EVER hands down!"