Reviews by Sam Hesketh 
W.A.R. (We Are Renegades)Pharoahe Monch
The strongest tracks here stand tall, ensuring Monch remains a powerful rap force.
The War Report 2: Report the WarCapone-N-Noreaga
New York rap duo release long-awaited sequel to their 1990s landmark.
Method to the MaadnessKano
Fourth studio album from east London rapper features Hot Chip and Wiley
The Music SceneBlockhead
An engrossing instrumental hip hop album to be admired.
A Strange ArrangementMayer Hawthorne
Authentic 60s soul from an unexpected source – a cracking debut album.
