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An absolutely immaculate collection of well produced cuts enveloped with neo-futuristic style and flair. Ryan Leslie’s eponymous inauguration is a masterclass of lyrical acclimation and sonic production. This is a record that surpasses, defines, and justifies a great deal of the semi-primary and latter day R&B sensibilities that currently permeates the late millennium.

…and if you listen pretty closely, you can hear a brief but succinct echo of Drake’s (!!) stylistic endgame. Nowhere near a bad thing considering the expertise of this album. But if you look at the end result of modern day’s rhythmic realities… Um…

Great record, either way.
4.5/5 Stars.