Mala Rodríguez - Malamarismo mp3 download

Thiama

Despite my Spanish background, feel obligated to give major props to this release. The level of artistry and lyrism is incredible, the flow and delivery is nice, most of the beats are solid and it is NOT trying to emulate anything that is trendy or radio friendly in the states or elsewhere. The scope of this release comes close to the depth in "Doggystyle" or the first "Illmatic" records (w/o the gangsta backdrop of course). And yes, it's by a foreigner that's a female who writes her own lyrics and sings on many of her hooks. She does have a few guest appearances but nothing like many of the domestic sophomore efforts that need every "hot" producer and MC to try to match the commercial success of the first. She has definitely grown from her first release "Lujo Iberico," which was OK but only had one stand out cut which made it on several movie soundtracks (guess which one). This chick is fierce and I highly recommend this CD to anyone who can understand Spanish and/or wants to listen to something fresh. Her lyrics have a socially conscious approach but aren't preachy or obnoxious, she covers various topics from a female perspective and doesn't try to come off as macho, gangsta or as an elitist. I can't say enough good things so w/o diggin' my nose up her crack, this release is dope & refreshing.