Esham – A-1 Yola (2005)

February 28, 2024

A1 Yola starts strong, but I lose my way as the record goes on, which is a recurring theme with Esham records of this era. That being said, I feel like Esham is more confident on this record than his previous two, the whole vibe seems different and whilst the production is firmly in “later” territory, some of the songs are fucking great. We also get some dirty synths, bass lines and beats bubbling up here or there too, just like old times. All in all, this is a solid record from Esham but it will never top the old wicket shit, I’m sorry.