Rate The EP, breakdown or not

[Wreck]

You can break it down by flow, lyricism, delivery, etc. or you can just simply give a rating out of 10, what you liked, didn't like, your rating of it, etc. whatever floats your boat.

For me, the rating is.......

8.3/10

beats- 9/10
lyricism- 8/10
Shock Value- 9.5/10
Flow- 8,5/10
Delivery- 9.6/10 <---- Sick!

so yeah, 8.3/10 overall for me.

Your opinion?

[JamaicanPattlez]

For me...

Welcome 2 Hell: 9/10
Fast Lane: 7/10
The Reunion: 9.5/10
Above The Law: 8/10
I'm On Everything: 6.5/10 (Grows on me more and more)
Lighters: 7/10 (I like it, just doesn't fit on BME. Though, it's good, cause it'll give Royce attention)
The Kiss: 8/10 (Bangladesh does it again. Gotta love the Gaga diss)
Take From Me: 8/10 (I like this, because they sound genuinely mad about the leaks. Can't blame em either.)
Loud Noises: 7.5/10

I give the album a solid 8/10, I enjoyed every minute of it. Defo buying the album on release date.

[M15HKA]

Posted this in the leak thread, edited it a little too
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We all know Em will never have the magic he had back in the day due to many factors(hunger to prove himself etc) However I always expect to see one or two gems (GTC,De Ja Vu, My Mom,The writing on LTWYL, The Warning)

Ok my thoughts,

The Production was exceptional, something I have been complaining as of late but it was great.

It seems Em's shouting is not annoying as fuck as it has been recently which was a huge plus also enjoyed the slower non shouting flow(Maybe because it is different), sadly on Take From Me I found his delivery bad Especially when I loved the content..

Royce could have done better especially knowing what he is capable of hopefully Royce has some dope verses on his album/slaughterhouse.

Also feel that this EP highlighted the fact that Em has too many yes men/dick riders in his camp.

Anyway here are my ratings out of 10 of each track overall(by combining Lyrics,Replay Value,Production)

Welcome to Hell-8.5/10
Fast Lane-7/10
ReUnion-8.5/10
Above The Law-7/10
I'm On Everything-6.5/10
A Kiss-6/10
Lighters-6.5/10(Has a good moment in the rhyming and I liked it for what it is)
Take From Me-6.75/10
Loud Noises-4/10
Living Proof-6.5/10
Echo-8.5/10

Overall-6.5-7/10, to be honest I feel because of the great production this EP will get a fair bit of replay for me. Also helps I went into this EP expecting absolute shit after expecting another TES from Recovery Still Recovery had some gems, I will buy the EP and pop it into the car It's not great, it's not the Bad Meets Evil we dreamed of hearing but to be honest I don't hate it especially at this stage in Em's career.

[Static]

I posted this in the other big thread, but I'll post it here too.

No one's going to read this, but whatever, I'ma review this. I've read through all the lyrics I could find, and heard each song about 3 times.

Welcome 2 Hell: Wow, what a way to open the EP. I LOVE the dark haunting beat, it's perfect for Bad Meets Evil! I didn't expect any tracks on the EP to reach this level, to my pleasant suprise a handful of tracks actually did. And the flow is perfect, not too fast to catch what he's saying, but still impressive. The little back and forth towards the end proves what an incredible chemistry these two bastards have, and that chemistry stays there for the rest of the CD. I don't like to put a number on tracks, but I'm going to anyways. 8/10 (And that's damn high, 8 is a close to a classic in my opinion. You just can't give any track on this EP a 10/10 considering songs like Sing for the Moment and Lose Yourself exists.)

Fast Lane: Catchy and awesome hook that reminds me of Nate Dogg, but that's really everything there is to this song. Except from the Ice-Ice Baby and Nicki lines, there's not much you'll remember from it. Don't get me wrong, I like it, it just doesn't stand out much. It's a solid filler-track though, and a good choice for a first single, I like how they saved the best for the real fans who will buy and truly listen through this EP. 6/10

The Reunion: Now this is what I want to hear from Em. The hook is a prefect example of why he should make more hooks by himself. And the slow relaxed flow is something I've been missing, I haven't really heard that since the MMLP days. The simple beat fits perfect too, the bass is amazing. Em's lines about Relapse and the accent is hilarious, so is Royce's swagger line, both of them made me chuckle. 9/10 Along with The Kiss, it's my favourite song of the album.

Above the Law: "This beef has left you praying, Allah a Ackbar!" That made me laugh so hard, might just be my weird sense of humor though, as no one else mentioned the line is the thread so far. Eminem is angry but it kind of fits, espeically along with Jai's voice. There were some good lines in here, and if Em toned it down just a little bit, it would be one of the best songs on this EP. I'm giving it an 7/10. Royce went in on this too, loved the Kanye lines.

I'm On Everything: At first listen I thought it sounded VERY average, a few listens later I thought it was good. After hearing the rest of the EP, it's kind of back to being average again. One of the weakest songs of the EP, but it still fits very good. Neither of them are really being evil here though. The fart noises doesn't bother me much tbh, I think he was just making fun of the Young Money puncline-style. He clearly over-does it on purpose. Still a pretty forgettable track that won't get many replays from me. 5/10

A Kiss: Oh damn, as I said earlier, this is one of my two favorites here. The beat is so dream-ish, kinda reminds me of the Nigtmare on Elm Street movies. I got chills when I first heard Em's voice on this too, this is the voice I want to hear him spitting in. Their chemistry is top-notch here, if they had smiliar voices, you probably couldn't tell who were spitting what. This song will get so many replays from me, I love it. The hook is the second best on the EP too, coming in right after The Reunion's. 9/10

Lighters: Why? This ain't Bad Meets Evil. It's an okey song by itself, but god damn, save it for Success is Certain. This has nothing to do on this EP. I get why it's there, and I know what it'll do to Royce's popularity. Still, they said this would be a raw project, this is that one fucker that keeps it from accomplishing that. I decided to keep and open mind about if on beforehand because it could've been something more like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKUpHPYFAQQ. Which would fit in way better on the EP. 4/10 (It would be 6/10 by itself, but on the EP it can't be higher than 4/10)

Take From Me: Jai did a better job on Above the Law, but she works here too. I like the concept too, regarding the leaks, It could've been executed better though. I'm not feeling Em's flow here, especially when he stops the beat, I find that annoying. It works sometimes, especially in punchline-tracks, but certainly not here. And his last lines scares me :[ 6/10

Loud Noises: I for one love that SLAUGHTERHOUSE voice, it's simply epic. I love Em's scratching noises, reminds me of the SSLP era. But it's still a pretty average verse from him, still there's nothing about it that bothers me enough to dislike it. I must say I chuckled at his first lines too. Regarding the rest of them, god damn Croocked goes in on this, his rhyming is incredible. The rest of them did good too, and damn Joell sounds like Yela! 7/10 I don't think I'll give it alot of replays though.

I won't review Echo and Living Proof as I've already played the fuck out of those. I probably would've given Living Proof a 7/10 and Echo 9/10.

As a whole, I'll give this EP a 7/10. It showed me that Em still has it, and if he keeps making songs like The Kiss and The Reunion, I think he's fully capable of dropping another classic. Nothing that will top his old work, but it'll be right there underneath it. I like this more than Recovery, mostly because of the production. It definitly exceeded my expectations, and I'm even more excited to hear Em's future work now. I just hope he really takes his time on his next album.

[James Deuce]

7/10

TBH.

[ArsheyHaq]

I think it lived up to its name. I consider it lightyears better than their old stuff Compare both their rhyming to a decade ago and you'll see they clearly improved ten-fold. Em is still coming with his multies, internals, and hidden rhymes, just at a faster and more intense flow. Shock-value was good too haha had me literally laughing out loud, and that rarely occurs for me with any artist.

9/10 for the whole album (it's not a 10/10 because of some corny/filler songs)

[Elision]

lyricism- 8/10

.... What more do you want?

[Scrubz]

7.5/10 only because of some crap fillers. Wish it was longer cuz the few bad tracks weigh due to the length.

[I'mShady]

The most pleasant surprise for me this year. lol
The CD...8.5 or 9/10 Just because I never heard anything on par with this in the last 2 years. YEAH...INCLUDING THE KANYE ALBUM.

[Hadez]

eh, i'd give it a 6/10. i only like 3 of the songs.

[pfati]

8.5/10..... I LOVE THIS ALBUM!!!oh wait.... it's an EP

[momentsgolden]

Welcome to Hell-

Bad opening track for an actual concept and what it should have BEEN but for random rapping…? Damn, these guys are creating magic for real. That Osama line was HILARIOUS. That line "balls to palm, false alarm" Crazy multies homies!!

Fast Lane- Damn, this track is FIRE. Hook is DOPE. Best hook on the EP bar none. Beat is infectious with such great energy on it and it shows. Great preview of the album.

The Re-union- loved the Smooth flow when he tries to avoid the double time flow. If he could do it without stopping the beat it’d be really cool. Another “You’re Never Over” hook. Why do people still say he should not borrow hooks? Damn, I mean, he’s voice is BAD!!. Royce’s flow is awesome and that EGO line had me chuckle. Good concept the effort but the execution really ddnt explore the creativity completely and it kinda ends in a MUDDY way. The talking/rapping flows was For both of them

Above the LawOk, Claps are now overdone and sound forced here. But hook is pretty cool and the Invincible line great. The shouting was still there… hopefully this was in the early stages of recording the EP. Only Royce could save it now. Ok, he tried to save it and he sounds much better on Epic beats for spazzin out yet still, it feels like it belongs on Recovery. TOO LOUD!!

I’m on everything. Sounds better ON the EP but still sounds like the early ones. Oh, the "crush my pills" done twice in ONE song was ALMOST did the pasta line good again but the ending took the punch outta the line. Like I said, Still hate it.

A Kiss- Royce and Eminem just fucking flow on this shit!!! Second track that does sound like a Bad Meets Evil collabo. Chemistry is there and packed with memorable moments.

Lighter’s Bruno did well to stay OUT of the track… except until the end. Royce does feel like he wants to tribute Eminem but he’s emotion is quite uncomfortable. But the Happiness in the track vibrates. Shady Records is in a good place.

Take from here- ok, first passion then great “concept” and add flows on point!! Hook was good. Just powerfull shit dawgg. Eminem goes to his REAL passion. Anything that has anything to do with Eminem and music and anger is just pure eargasmic. Best track on the album. Easily.

Loud Noises- tbh, not feeling it. But whoa, Crooked went fucking in!! Joe Budden is actually good with his fast flow #surprised. Slaughterhouse disappointed me.

Living Proof- Royce was chilled and Delivered impressive hook. Horse line Hilarious. Just Raw hip-hop bro. Less bullshit. More dog shit. love it.

Echo- Best opening line. Possibly Royce’s best verse on the EP.

Overral- for what its worth? Its just fantastic man. Just some dope shit for real. Raw hip-hop. Made a project that was not supposed to happen happen. Its got some heartfelt moments, some silly ones, genius ones, great ones, everything. I feel like Eminem dropped Level Musically from Recovery but that the metamorphisis, which maybe only I can see is on the right path. If Bad Meets Evil DOES release another album…? I think I’m gonna buy it without any preview.

[Elision]

10/10 for me. I couldn't have asked for better. This record is single-handedly bumping the bar several hundred notches up for hiphop.

GL Wayne

[A.d.o.t]

Welcome 2 Hell

An absolutely beautiful opening to the EP. Intense fuckin beat, eery as fuck intro, "told you we'd be back". Absolutely top notch rhyming, Em rhymed his ass off in this one and Royce ripped it apart. The third verse alone had me going, "oh my sweet Jesus". I don't even care that Em said "other words", it worked well, suck it.

Overall: 9.5/10
-the intensity caught me off guard which was amazing
-would've PROBABLY gotten 10/10 from me if it had a hook reminiscent of their original BME hook

Fast Lane

I for one still love this song, I played the hell out of it, but it fits well on the EP. Fast paced, crazy back and forth rhyming and the voice on the hook is mesmerizing and the new Nate Dogg. Not much to say about this one, I've discussed it in the past.

Overall: 8.5/10

The Reunion

It might just be the best song on the EP. Nice smooth rhymes and flow, some FUNNY fuckin lines - I CUNT! - and a hilarious concept. I'm sure most people, myself included, were thinking, "what the fuck does Em/Royce talking to some bitch have to do with reuniting...til the third verse kicked it, "Royce, it's good to be back in business". Awesome way to end the song. Loved it.

Overall: 9.8/10
-it really had everything...

Above The Law

Rocking beat, alluring hook and top of the drawer rhymes. I really really really love this song, it might be my personal favourite off the EP because of its intensity. However, my only con about it is that Em went a LITTLE nutty at one point - however, it may have been purposely done (well it obviously was just hear me out) considering he jabs himself about the yelling at the end of his verse. Not enough for me to hate it by any means.

Overall: 9/10

I'm On Everything

Funny song, weird hook though. Grew on me like other people and reverse grew on others lol Not much to say on this, it was either hit or miss. Rhyming was pretty sick though.

Overall: 7/10

A Kiss

A pretty slick song, awesome flow and I love how Em starts off his first verse. Funny lines throughout and controversial, just ask your friendly neighbourhood monster. The hook is pretty sweet too and the beat is fuckin cool. It's like...child haunted Christmas.

Overall: 9.2/10

Lighters

I know, I know, I FUCKIN know...it's NOT essentially 'bad meets evil' by any means. But untag that for a moment and you have a beautiful song. Em's verse was gold and on point and he had some sweet flow, rhymes and assonance - a plus for me. I feel Royce could've done better but his shit was still to the point and I'm happy that this song will be the one that throws him into the mainstream Bruno killed the hook, get off his fuckin dick - you guys are gayer than you make him seem.

Overall: 8/10

Take From Me

Great conceptual song and they both sound fuckin pissed and fed up. I'm glad Royce had his chance to dominate the bars. Sounds like Em is on the verge of retirement on this one lol

Overall: 8.5/10

Loud Noises

Just a fuckin monstrous song. Sorry Em and Royce, but Crooked made you guys look like fuckin kids on this one. Rhyme after rhyme after rhyme. Ortiz spazzed the fuck out too and I can't believe people thought he was Yelawolf lol Insane beat and colossal rhyming throughout, pretty much expected from a Slaughterhouse track. Final words? SLAUGHTERHOUSEEEEEE!!!!

Overall: 8/10

Living Proof

Nothing new, but I like the beat and I thoroughly enjoy Em's one trick pony line cuz it's fuckin sick and he's basically telling the complainers on TR (ha) to shut the fuck up. Royce owned the track though.

Overall: 7/10

Echo

Awesome track. Great singing on the hook and tight rhymes from both throughout. My favourite part? I can hear them calling, calling, calling, calling, CALLING!

Overall: 8/10

Pros

-Beats
-Rhymes
-Shock Value
-Humour
-Cool concepts (Reunion/Kiss/Take From Me)

Cons
-Lack of W2H-esque tracks. Seriously, imagine an EP with at least 3 of those? Dope.
-Justifiable closing track

Hell: The Sequel

Overall: 8.4/10

I'm incredibly and happily satisfied with what I was giving. Thank you Em and Royce for taking the time to release this

This. With a few personal adjustments.

[Devil'sAdvocate]

will post my full review in the Shady Reviews Section later today.