Thursday, June 12, 2008

You want more, we want mo'...

Considering that Bun B's Trill and aptly-titled follow-up II Trill, were both created out of more necessity than creativity, you have to listen to them within proper context. Despite the infinite popularity of his baritone delivery and almost techinical rhyme structure, Bun B is not, and has never desired to be a solo artist. His two solo endeavors were the result of Pimp C's untimely incarceration in 2005 and death in 2007, both in efforts to uphold the UGK brand and make sure his partner's name continued to ring out. Unnecessary guest features abound and the absence of Pimp C's production are the clear flaws here, but Bun B manages to uphold his legendary status lyrically and conceptually throughout. The best moments here happen on down south anthem You're Everything (featuring a vicious sample of Jodeci's Cry 4 U on the hook) and the Pimp C assissted Underground Thang. Pour up (or not) and enjoy...

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Bun-B - II Trill

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