92 August 2012 BTM downtimemusic Flo Rida Wild Ones RATING: WHAT’S THE STORY? Wild Ones is the fourth album from Flo Rida and probably one of his best to date. Unlike his previous releases which featured hit singles, but mediocre or worse tracks filling the album, this one is filled with songs that are worthy of being singles. It seems like the rapper/pop artist has figured out a successful formula to put together a wellrounded album which features multiple hit songs. Although he isn’t that great a rapper, he matches up well with the upbeat tracks which fill the album and are specialised for the radio. WORTH A LISTEN? Much like his previous tracks, these are going to spend a lot of time on air and in nightclubs. Gone are the days when the idea of featuring was just that. This album will survive owing to the title song which ‘features’ Sia, who really is the only artist that actually performs at all. Flo Rida, no doubt, is a pioneer of the urban-dance genre. However for someone who has helped create a singles-driven culture in the world of disposable club music, it is surprising and unnecessary that he has come out with a whole album. It also plays a significant role in its sudden demise. VERDICT: You’ll dance to it for a while; then, you’ll forget it existed. TOP TRACKS: Wild Ones and Good Feeling. Chris Brown Fortune As if he isn’t in the news enough, Breezy, as he is now known, thought it would be the perfect time to release a new album. Whether it’s his bad boy status or not, this one has hit the ground before it could even make a decent appearance. To compare him with Usher’s recent (failed) release is bad enough, but it is definitely the better of the two evils. It does have the exceptional fresh tracks, but you will have to be overly positive to like this one. 50 Cent 5 With 5, Fif says, “Look what I can do”. This time, though, it isn’t in respect to his music skills. Although released with much ado, it doesn't show in his work; but the heroic move showcases a lot of boarded up tension with his label. Hoobastank Fight or Flight This might be their fifth album, but it is their first independent release. A brave leap, Fight or Flight, appears to be a do or die set from the band. With no one to point fingers at, they have done a decent job this time around. ALBUM OF THE MONTH And They Are Back! It was fun while it lasted. This month, we board the train back to the world of tasteless music; we also found a few artists taking courageous steps in their career.
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