HHUCIT’s [Rating:3.5]

At first listen expectations are already set high, we think about stand out artists Pizzle and Jae Ace who have both been very consistent lyrically and who have both put out some of the most complete projects over the last year.

We know we can expect some sharp lyrics from the aforementioned duo but the question that lingered was what can we expect from the rest of CMG? Well, to answer that overall the mixtape is a strong effort that solidifies CMG’s greatness on the Milwaukee scene. Hands down there is NO team more dedicated to their craft in Milwaukee and that’s based solely on lyrical ability. We know Hip Hop in Milwaukee can either be hit or miss and sure, there are a good number of solo acts out of Milwaukee but as a collective, CMG is the most well rounded team in MKE.

CMG is at their best when they talk struggling to make it in the industry and shooting for their dreams on standout tracks: The Regime, Sky Don’t Fall, and the most heartfelt of them all, My All is one of those records that forces you to think exactly where you want to be in your life and the struggles that stand before you.

What makes ATNPL such a complete project outside of the great production is the variables of the group. We know Pizzle & Jae Ace tend to sharpen their skills when they are on the same record and you can tell the competitiveness of the brothers in rhyme. Dooch is great at bringing the balance to the group, with the most hilariously witty lyrics but we were able to see a semi-serious side of him on the Aliesa Nicole assisted record Him. Young Renz and Hardaway bring a lyrical element to the team which leaves you wanting to hear more from them individually. Bringing CMG the R&B element is Kiara Dupree who makes a couple appearances and recent addition to CMG, Mikey V.

So, overall CMG’s ATNPL has done what they set out for it to do, to solidify its teams place at the top of the list on the Milwaukee scene. Is there opportunity for improvement? Of course, they haven’t gotten to perfection but have come very close.

Now with ATPNL behind us, we can look forward to one the most anticipated EP’s of the year Pizzle’s Depreciated Art. Download and stream ATNPL below and leave your comments. -Edward Griffin

Download: CMG – ATNPL