This year has been filled with a lot of musical highs and lows. Mostly lows, with everyone trying to be a House artist. Smh. It’s kinda hard to say which albums and songs I actually liked. There hasn’t been much variety. But, I must congratulate the difference makers. Bands like Foo Fighters and artists like Adele and Common. I know Young Jeezy has definitely taken it for Hip-Hop with his new release. Too many people are quick to overlook real talent. Lupe Fiasco is a top pick of mine who is overlooked by many. And indy artists such as Mac Miller and Yelawolf have gotten decent attention this year. But, everyone has been jumping on the bandwagon of YMCMB. Artists like Lil Wayne, Drake and Nicki Minaj have been made out to be greater than they are. Personally, they all disappointed me this year. They all put out mediocre, lack-luster albums in 2011. Yet, their albums faired well. Today’s music, and the young generation that listens to it, seems to lack in quality sound and lyrics. I mean, the beats are great, but the lyrics have no substance. I think it was best said in Eminem’s “Syllables” where he started the track by saying “It’s not about lyrics anymore. It’s about a dope beat and a catchy hook!” Truer words have never been spoken. Let’s hope 2012 brings us something better.