Album Releases by Genre
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Food & Liquor
by Lupe Fiasco
September 19, 2006
Championed by Jay-Z and Kanye West, the Chicago MC finally makes his full-length debut with this 16-track disc.
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The Cool
by Lupe Fiasco
December 18, 2007
The sophomore album for the rapper from Chicago features artist such as Snoop Dogg, Pooh Bear and Unkle.
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Lasers
by Lupe Fiasco
March 8, 2011
The Chicago rapper returns with his third album of slick, electronic beats and rhythms, featuring appearances by Skylar Gray and Trey Songz.
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Food & Liquor, Vol. 2: the Great American Rap Album, Pt. 1
by Lupe Fiasco
September 25, 2012
Lupe Fiasco's third album was self-produced and features guest appearances by Bilal, Casey Benjamin, Guy Sebastian, Jane $$$, Jason Evigan, and Poo Bear.
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Tetsuo & Youth
by Lupe Fiasco
January 20, 2015
The fifth studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Ab-Soul and Nikki Jean.
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Drogas Light
by Lupe Fiasco
February 10, 2017
The first of a planned trilogy of albums for the rapper features guest appearances from Big K.R.I.T., Gizzle, Victoria Monet, Rondo, Rick Ross, RXMN, Salim, Simon Sayz, Bianca Sings, Jake Torrey, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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Drogas Wave
by Lupe Fiasco
September 21, 2018
The seventh full-length studio release for the Chicago rapper features guest appearances from Bishop Edgar Jackson, Nikki Jean, Elena Pinderhughes, Simon Sayz, and Crystal Torres.
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Drill Music in Zion
by Lupe Fiasco
June 24, 2022
The latest full-length studio release for rapper Lupe Fiasco features guest appearances from Ayesha Jaco and Nayirah.
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Plateau Vision
by Lushlife
April 17, 2012
The latest release from the Philadelphia producer/rapper features guest appearances from Andrew Cedermark of Underwater Peoples, Cities Aviv, Heems of Das Racist, Shad, STS, and Styles P.
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Everywhere At Once
by Lyrics Born
April 22, 2008
The San Francisco Bay Area native releases his third album, his first on Epitaph Records.
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As U Were
by Lyrics Born
October 25, 2010
The latest album for the Bay area hip-hop artist features guest appearances by Lateet, Sam Sparro, Joyo Velarde, Trackademicks, Clyde Carson, The Gift, and Francis and the Lights.
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Arular
by M.I.A.
March 22, 2005
This short but wildly eclectic debut album from Maya Arulpragasam, a Sri Lankan-born, London-based artist and daughter of a Tamil Tiger revolutionary, is preceded by enormous buzz in both the U.K. and the U.S.
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Kala
by M.I.A.
August 21, 2007
The UK rapper returns with her second album, which was recorded in several countries.
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Blue Slide Park
by Mac Miller
November 8, 2011
The debut full-length album for the Pittsburgh rapper follows the release of his 2010 mixtap K.I.D.S.
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GO:OD AM
by Mac Miller
September 18, 2015
The third full-length studio release for the Pittsburgh rapper features guest appearances from Ab-Soul, Chief Keef, Lil B, Miguel and Little Dragon.
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The Divine Feminine
by Mac Miller
September 16, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Pittsburgh rapper feature gusset appearances from Bilal, CeeLo Green, Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar, Njomza, Anderson .Paak, and Ty Dolla $ign.
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Swimming
by Mac Miller
August 3, 2018
The fifth full-length release for the Pittsburgh rapper features guest appearances from Dām-Funk, Dicaprio, Dev Hynes, Snoop Dogg, Syd, and Thundercat.
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Circles
by Mac Miller
January 17, 2020
The sixth and final studio release for the rapper was completed with the help of Jon Brion.
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Balloonerism
by Mac Miller
January 17, 2025
The second posthumous album from rapper Mac Miller was recorded between 2013 and 2014 and features guest appearances by Delusional Thomas and SZA.
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Pray for Haiti
by Mach-Hommy
May 21, 2021
The latest full-length release for the rapper features guest appearances from Melanie Charles, Keisha Plum, Tha God Fahim, and Westside Gunn.
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Bloom
by Machine Gun Kelly
May 12, 2017
The third full-length release for the Cleveland rapper third LP Bloom features guest appearances from James Arthur, Camila Cabello, Quavo, Hailee Steinfeld and Ty Dolla $ign.
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Tickets to My Downfall
by Machine Gun Kelly
September 25, 2020
The rapper turns toward pop-punk on his fifth full-length release executive produced by Travis Barker and featuring guest appearances from Blackbear, Iann Dior, Halsey, and Trippie Redd.
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Mainstream Sellout
by Machine Gun Kelly
March 25, 2022
The sixth full-length studio release for Machine Gun Kelly was produced by Travis Barker features guest appearances from Landon Barker, blackbear, Bring Me The Horizon, Iann Dior, Gunna, Lil Wayne, Willow, and Young Thug.
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Gemini
by Macklemore
September 22, 2017
The second solo release for the Seattle rapper features guest appearances from Abir, Dan Caplen, Dave B, Skylar Grey, Kesha, King Draino, Lil Yachty, Donna Missal, Eric Nally, Offset, Reignwolf, Saint Claire, Otieno Terry, Travis Thompson, and Xperience.
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Ben
by Macklemore
March 3, 2023
The first full-length solo studio release from Seattle rapper Macklemore in six years features guest appearances from Sarah Barthel of Phantogram, charlieonnafriday, Collett, DJ Premier, Vic Daggs II, Livingston, Jackson Lee Morgan, Morray, NLE Choppa, Tones And I, and Windser.
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This Unruly Mess I've Made
by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
February 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the hip hop duo features guest appearances from such artists as Anderson .Paak, Leon Bridges, Chance The Rapper, DJ Premier, Idris Elba, KRS-One, Kool Moe Dee, and Ed Sheeran.
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Beat Konducta Vol. 1-2: Movie Scenes
by Madlib
March 21, 2006
The hip-hop producer--unusually recording under his own name--offers a soundtrack to an imaginary movie.
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WLIB AM: King Of The Wigflip
by Madlib
September 30, 2008
The latest album for the California hiphop artist includes guest appearances from Talib Kweli, Murs, Oh No, Guilty Simpson, and Defari.
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Piñata
by Madlib
March 18, 2014
The debut release for the collaboration between Freddie Gibbs and Madlib features guest appearances from such artists as Ab-Soul, BJ the Chicago Kid, Danny Brown, Domo Genesis, Mac Miller, Raekwon, Scarface, and Earl Sweatshirt.
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Sound Ancestors
by Madlib
January 29, 2021
The latest full-length release for the Los Angeles-based hip-hop artist was edited, arranged and mastered by Kieran Hebden (Four Tet).
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Madvillainy
by Madvillain
March 23, 2004
'Madvillainy' is a collaboration between rapper MF Doom and producer Madlib.
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Bossalinis & Fooliyones
by Main Attrakionz
October 22, 2012
The official studio release for the Oakland, California rap duo of Squadda B and MondreMAN features guest appearances from DaVinci, Gucci Mane, Mon$ta, and Shady Blaze.
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808s & Dark Grapes, Vol. 3
by Main Attrakionz
June 30, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the rap duo of MondreM.A.N and Squadda B was produced by Friendzone.
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Majid Jordan
by Majid Jordan
February 5, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Canadian duo of Majid Al Maskati and producer Jordan Ullman features a guest appearance by Drake.
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![Apocalypse Soon [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/6/f64e05480721b6e195cd3aa4b24f0227-98.jpg)
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Apocalypse Soon [EP]
by Major Lazer
March 4, 2014
The five track EP for the Diplo side project features guest appearances by Machel Montano, Moska, Mr. Fox, RDX, Sean Paul, and Pharrell.
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Malibu Ken
by Malibu Ken
January 18, 2019
This is the debut full-length release for the collaboration between Aesop Rock and Tobacco.
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The eXXecution
by Marco Polo & Ruste Juxx
March 23, 2010
Brooklyn rapper Ruste Juxx joins Canadian-born producer Marco Polo to release their first album together.
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Record Collection
by Mark Ronson and the Business Intl
September 28, 2010
The DJ-turned-producer, who has worked with everyone from Lily Allen to Amy Winehouse, returns with his third studio album under his new moniker, with impressive dance-floor, disco-pop jams.
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Welcome Back
by Mase
August 24, 2004
He's gone from working with Puff Daddy to working with... uh, God, but ordained minister Mase is back to the rap game (albeit with fewer references to sex and violence) after a five-year absence.
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A Long Hot Summer
by Masta Ace
August 3, 2004
9th Wonder is among the producers on the veteran Brooklyn MC's fifth full-length (rumored to be his last), a prequel to previous disc ?Disposable Arts.' Guests include Rahzel, Jean Grae and The Beatnuts.
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No Said Date
by Masta Killa
June 1, 2004
Finally making his solo debut, Masta Killa is the last member of the Wu-Tang Clan to issue a CD on his own. Of course, he's not totally by himself here; Ol' Dirty Bastard, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface and the RZA all guest.
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Made In Brooklyn
by Masta Killa
August 8, 2006
Members of the Wu-Tang Clan guest on their fellow member's second solo disc. The roster of producers includes Pete Rock and MF Doom.
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Selling My Soul
by Masta Killa
December 11, 2012
The third solo release for the Wu-Tang Clan member features guest appearances from Kurupt and Ol' Dirty Bastard (posthumously).
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Ghetto Postage
by Master P
November 28, 2000
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Gameface
by Master P
December 18, 2001
The once mighty No Limit empire may have fallen a bit, but Master P is still making records. This is his first under a new distribution deal with Universal.
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In My World
by Matthewdavid
June 30, 2014
This is the second full-length release for Los Angeles producer Matthew McQueen.
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Brandon Banks
by Maxo Kream
July 18, 2019
The debut full-length major label release for the Houston rapper features guest appearances from A$AP Ferg, KCG Josh, Megan Thee Stallion, ScHoolboy Q, and Travis Scott.
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Maybach Music Group Presents: Self Made, Vol. 1
by Maybach Music
May 23, 2011
The debut release from Rick Ross' new label features Meek Mill, Pill, Teedra Moses, and Wale.
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Beloved! Paradise! Jazz!?
by McKinley Dixon
June 2, 2023
The fourth full-length release from Virginia rapper McKinley Dixon features guest appearances by Alfred., Anjimile, Ms. Jaylin Brown, Angélica Garcia, Ghais Guevara, Hanif, Seline Haze, and Teller Bank$.
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Magic, Alive!
by McKinley Dixon
June 6, 2025
The latest full-length release from Virginia-based rapper McKinley Dixon features guest appearances by Anjimile, Alfred., Blu, Ghais Guevera, Icecoldbishop, Pink Siifu, Quelle Chris, Shamir, and Teller Bank$.
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Bad Neighbor
by MED
October 30, 2015
The full-length collaboration between rappers MED, Blu, and producer Madlib features guest appearances from Aloe Blacc, Anderson .Paak, Black Spade, Phonte Coleman, Dâm-Funk, DJ Rome, Mayer Hawthorne, Hodgy Beats, Likewise, MC AMG, MF Doom, Frank Nitty, Oh No, and Jimetta Rose.
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Dreams and Nightmares
by Meek Mill
October 30, 2012
After a number of well-received mixtapes, the Philadelphia rapper releases his debut full-length studio album featuring guest appearances by Mary J. Blige, Drake, Kirko Bangz, John Legend, Louie V, Nas, Rick Ross, Trey Songz, and Wale.
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Dreams Worth More Than Money
by Meek Mill
June 29, 2015
The second full-length studio release for the Philadelphia rapper features guest appearances from Chris Brown, Jeremih, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, and The Weeknd.
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Wins and Losses
by Meek Mill
July 21, 2017
The third full-length studio release for the Philadelphia rapper features guest appearances from Guordan Banks, Chris Brown, DJ Mustard, Future, Lil Uzi Vert, Quavo, Rick Ross, Teyana Taylor, The-Dream, Ty Dolla $ign, Verse Simmonds, and Young Thug.
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Championships
by Meek Mill
November 30, 2018
The fourth full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from 21 Savage, Anuel AA, Cardi B, Drake, Ella Mai, Fabolous, Future, Jay Z, Jeremih, Kodak Black, Melii, PnB Rock, Rick Ross, Roddy Ricch and Young Thug.
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Expensive Pain
by Meek Mill
October 1, 2021
The fifth full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from A$AP Ferg, Brent Faiyaz, Giggs, Kehlani, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Lil Uzi Vert, Moneybagg Yo, Vory, and Young Thug.
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Fever
by Megan Thee Stallion
May 17, 2019
The debut full-length release for the Houston rapper features guest appearances from DaBaby and Juicy J.
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![Suga [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/0/bf3b210740845169bbe7dda0c4663127-98.jpg)
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Suga [EP]
by Megan Thee Stallion
March 6, 2020
The rapper's nine-track release featuring guest appearances from Gunna and Kehlani was threatened by a contract dispute with her former label 1501 Certified Entertainment.
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Good News
by Megan Thee Stallion
November 20, 2020
The debut full-length release for the rapper features guest appearance from 2Chainz, Beyoncé, Big Sean, City Girls, Da Baby, Lil Durk, Popcaan, SZA,, and Young Thug.
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Traumazine
by Megan Thee Stallion
August 12, 2022
Megan Thee Stallion's 18-track album features guest appearances from such artists as Jhené Aiko, Future, Latto, Dua Lipa, Lucky Daye, Pooh Shiesty, and Rico Nasty.
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Megan
by Megan Thee Stallion
June 28, 2024
The third full-length studio release from rapper Megan Thee Stallion features guest appearances by Yuki Chiba, GloRilla, Victoria Monét, Kyle Richh, and UGK.
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MellowHigh
by MellowHigh
October 31, 2013
The debut release from the collaboration between MellowHype (Hodgy Beats and Left Brain) and Domo Genesis was produced by Left Brain and features guest appearances from Remy Banks, Curren$y, Smoke DZA, Tyler, the Creator and Earl Sweatshirt.
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BlackenedWhite
by MellowHype
July 12, 2011
The duo that comprises Odd Future members Hodgy Beats and Left Brain releases its second studio album on Fat Possum.
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Numbers
by MellowHype
October 9, 2012
Earl Sweatshirt, Mike G, and Frank Ocean guest on the third studio album from the rap duo of Hodgy Beats and producer Left Brain.
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Wu-Massacre
by Meth-Ghost-Rae
March 30, 2010
Wu-Tang's Method Man, Ghostface Killah, and Raekwon join up again with an album produced by RZA and Mathematics.
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Tical 0: The Prequel
by Method Man
May 18, 2004
Wu Tang Clan's Clifford Smith (aka Method Man) interrupts his budding acting career to return with his first solo disc in five years (and fourth overall). The guest roster includes Missy Elliott, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, Ghostface, Redman, Busta Rhymes and RZA.
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4:21 ... The Day After
by Method Man
August 29, 2006
The Wu-Tang star's fourth solo album includes contributions from Ol' Dirty Bastard, RZA, Ginuwine and Raekwon.
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The Meth Lab
by Method Man
August 21, 2015
The first full-length solo release for the Wu-Tang rapper in nine years features guest appearances from Carlton Fisk, Donny Cacsh, Chedda Bang, Dro Pesci, Eazy Get Rite, Hanz On, Hue Huf, Inspectah Deck, iNTeLL, Kash Verrazano, Killa Sin, Masta Killa, Mack Wilds, Raekwon, Redman, Streetlife, and Uncle Murda.
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Blackout! 2
by Method Man & Redman
May 19, 2009
After some delays, the sequel to the release of the first collaboration together, Blackout!, is finally released.
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Not All Heroes Wear Capes
by Metro Boomin
December 7, 2018
The debut full-length studio release for the producer/rapper features guest appearances from 21 Savage, J Balvin, Drake, Gucci Mane, Gunna, Kodak Black, Offset, Travis Scott, Swae Lee, WizKid, and Young Thug.
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Heroes & Villains
by Metro Boomin
December 2, 2022
The second full-length studio release for rapper Metro Boomin features guest appearances from 21 Savage, Chris Brown, Future, Mustafa, Travis Scott, and Young Nudy.
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MM..Food
by MF Doom
November 16, 2004
MF Doom drops his first solo record (under the MF Doom name) since 1999's 'Operation Doomsday.'
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Expektoration (Live)
by MF Doom
September 14, 2010
The live album contains recordings from the rapper's New York City show on September 24, 2009.
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Lace Up
by MGK
October 9, 2012
The official debut full-length release for Cleveland's Machine Gun Kelly features such guests as Bun B, DMX, Lil Jon, Tech N9ne, Twista, Waka Flocka Flame, and Young Jeezy.
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MHz Legacy
by MHz Legacy
November 6, 2012
Ohio rappers Copywrite, RJD2, Tage Future, and Jakki Da Motamouth return as MHz Legacy (Camu Tao passed away in 2008) to release its debut full-length.
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Stay Human
by Michael Franti & Spearhead
May 15, 2001
San Francisco's Michael Franti (formerly of the Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy) and Spearhead mix rap, soul, R&B, funk, jazz, and trip-hop with intelligent and opinionated lyrics on these 22 tracks.
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Everyone Deserves Music
by Michael Franti & Spearhead
August 19, 2003
The fourth collaboration between Michael Franti and Spearhead mixes the politically-inclined raps of Franti with the disco/funk rhythms of a live band.
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Yell Fire!
by Michael Franti & Spearhead
July 25, 2006
Pink and Sly & Robbie guest on the latest Spearhead offering, which was produced by Michael Franti with Mario Caldato Jr. (Beastie Boys) and mixes reggae, hip-hop and R&B.
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![Wave(s) [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/9/e1f2ed9613bf45d25d8f25b6b37bcc4f-98.jpg)
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Wave(s) [EP]
by Mick Jenkins
August 21, 2015
The nine-track EP for the Chicago-based rapper features guest appearances from The Mind, Saba, and Sean Deaux.
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The Healing Component
by Mick Jenkins
September 23, 2016
The debut full-length studio release for the Chicago-based rapper features guest appearances from Michael Anthony, BADBADNOTGOOD, J-Stock, Ravyn Lenae, Noname, Xavier Omär, and theMIND.
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Pieces of a Man
by Mick Jenkins
October 26, 2018
The second full-length release for the Chicago rapper features guest appearances from Mikahl Anthony, BadBadNotGood, Julian Bell, Ghostface Killah, Ben Hixon, and Corinne Bailey Rae.
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![The Circus [EP]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/0/1bd4648ecb9c3077be65f69e47e6745b-98.jpg)
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The Circus [EP]
by Mick Jenkins
January 10, 2020
The seven-track EP from the Chicago-based rapper features a guest appearance from EarthGang.
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The Patience
by Mick Jenkins
August 18, 2023
The fourth full-length studio release from Chicago-based rap artist Mick Jenkins features guest appearances by Benny The Butcher, Freddie Gibbs, JID, and Vic Mensa.
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Yung Rich Nation
by Migos
July 31, 2015
the debut full-length major studio release for the rap trio features guest appearances from Chris Brown and Young Thug.
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C U L T U R E
by Migos
January 27, 2017
The second full-length studio release for the Atlanta rap trio features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, DJ Khaled, Gucci Mane, and Travis Scott.
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Culture II
by Migos
January 26, 2018
The third full-length studio release for the rap trio features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, 21 Savage, Big Sean, Cardi B, Drake, Gucci Mane, Nicki Minaj, Post Malone, Travis Scott, and Ty Dolla Sign.
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Culture III
by Migos
June 11, 2021
The fourth full-length studio release for the hip hop trio features guest appearances from Justin Bieber, Cardi B, Drake, Future, Juice WRLD, Polo G, Pop Smoke and YoungBoy Never Broke Again.
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Disco!
by MIKE
June 21, 2021
The latest full-length release for the New York City-based rapper features a guest appearance from Sideshow.
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Beware Of The Monkey
by MIKE
December 21, 2022
The latest full-length release for rapper MIKE features guest appearances from Jadasea, King Carter, Klein, and Sister Nancy.
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Showbiz!
by MIKE
January 31, 2025
The latest full-length release from Brooklyn rapper MIKE features guest appearances from 454, duendita and Venna.
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The Voice
by Mike Jones
April 28, 2009
The second album for the Houston rapper features such guest artists as T-Pain, Lil Wayne, Twista, Trey Songz, Hurricane Chris, and Devin the Dude.
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Negrophilia: The Album
by Mike Ladd
February 8, 2005
The latest installment in Thirsty Ear's Blue Series features prolific indie hip-hop artist Mike Ladd, backed by pianist Vijay Iyer and drummer Guillermo E. Brown.
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Father Divine
by Mike Ladd
November 15, 2005
Professor Ladd's second 2005 release is a punk concept album about religious leader George Baker.
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Post Traumatic
by Mike Shinoda
June 15, 2018
The debut full-length solo release for the Linkin Park co-founder features guest appearances from Blackbear, K.Flay, Chino Moreno and Machine Gun Kelly.
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Who Told You To Think?
by Milo
August 11, 2017
The third full-length release for the rapper features guest appearances from Busdriver, Lorde Fredd33, Self Jupiter, Signor Benedick the Moor, Ycp Beno, and Youngman.
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Music Is My Savior
by Mims
March 27, 2007
This debut for New York rapper Shawn Mims--which includes his hit single "This Is Why I'm Hot"--was produced by Miami's Blackout Movement.
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Guilt
by Mims
April 7, 2009
The New York rapper's second album features guest appearances by former Destiny's Child member LeToya Luckett, Ky-Mani Marley, Tech N9ne, J. Holiday, and Nice & Smooth.
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Miss E... So Addictive
by Missy Elliott
May 15, 2001
This is the third album for Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott, and it again features the acclaimed production work of Timbaland. Guests include Busta Rhymes, Redman, Method Man, Ludacris, Eve, Jay-Z, and Ginuwine.
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Under Construction
by Missy Elliott
November 12, 2002
Missy Elliott reunites once again with super-producer Timbaland on this, her fourth studio album. The lead single is "Work It," a huge success even before the album's release. Guests on the disc include Jay-Z, Ludacris, Beyonce Knowles, TLC and Method Man.
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This Is Not A Test!
by Missy Elliott
November 25, 2003
Missy Elliott reunites with producer Timbaland for her fifth album, which features vocal contributions from Nelly, Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Fabolous and R. Kelly.
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