The intriguing combination of Strong Arm Steady over Madlib production is enough to attract any hip hop listeners attention. How could you really go wrong with Madlib? You could argue that the west coast sound of SAS [Strong Arm Steady] wouldn't match up well with the imaginative, original and sometimes experimental sound of Madlibs production. If there was any doubts that a great album could be made, "In Search Of Stoney Jackson" puts them to rest.
Right from the beginning this album delivers with a smooth, soulful and funkified sound that only Madlib could bring you. With great samples and a sound that never gets old it seems like you stepped into the 70's, if all 70's music was as dope and sounded as nice and smooth as this album. SAS and featured guests such as Phonte, Planet Asia, Talib Kweli, Sick Jacken, Guilty Simpson, Evidence and other artists all sound right at home over the production. A perfect blend of good lyrics and original production make this not only a good hip hop album but also a great album to get blazed to without a doubt. Hip Hop lovers of all types should enjoy this effort from SAS. if you're an SAS or Madlib fan you'll no doubt love this and bump it relentlessly for a week long period at least. If you don't listen to SAS I still think you'll enjoy it. This is one of those albums it's nearly impossible to not feel. Just kick back, relax and play this shit and it'll grow on you with every track.
The song "Pressure" featuring Sick Jacken stands out because of the heavy beat and Sick Jackens hard hitting verse. "True Champs" is another nice track featuring Evidence, Montage One, Roc C and Oh No. The guest appearances all show up and spit nice verses throughout the album. Especially Planet Asia (Chittlins & Pepsi, Questions, New Love and Ambassadors) who comes more than correct on every song he touched. With so many features it was hard to keep track of SAS in this album. They seemed to get lost and sometimes their verses went unnoticed compared to the features. But have no doubt that SAS did their thing over a greatly produced album. Krondon came correct more than once and Mitchy Slick was being...well Mitchy Slick who is in my humble opinion the nicest in the group. Though sometimes it seemed like you couldn't keep up with the features and who was doing what in the overall scheme it didn't hurt the album much.
In closing I'm gonna say this again, Madlib is a master. Just listen to this album and you'll truly understand what I'm saying because my compliments don't do Madlib any justice. Overall this is a very very good album with great funk inspired production and good cast of emcee's to join the already dope SAS. I recommend this album for any hip hop fan. Great way to kick off 2010
Rating:
4 Out Of 5
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