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Deltron 3030 is a thematic work like Dr. Octagon, but the pairing of Del the Funkee Homosapien and Dan the Automator makes more sense here. Kool Keith has said he didn't completely like the way Dr. Octagon turned out, but here Dan's trademark hip hop soundscapes fit in perfectly with Del's futuristically themed and customary measured delivery. The cd is about the future, and there are songs about space rap battles and intergalactic passports, but the sound is much less wacky (even though there are some goofy skits and interludes) than Dr. Octagon because it is easier to take Del seriously. He does some very good work here, and his fans will not be disappointed.
Dan fans won't be disappointed either. The symphonic grandeur of the first full track, 3030, is a testament to his ability to deliver tracks that work like songs instead of just beats 'n' flows. There are a lot of mini tracks that might get annoying, but all of the full length songs are excellent, and quite varied because of his innovative and flexible use of samples.
Kid Koala is here too, but he doesn't really show off too much. His atmospheric touches are insightful and very natural, although his fans might expect more flash here than they will get. But this whole cd is a picture of restraint and taste, and using skill to create multilayered and complex work without needing to boast about it. A rap milestone.
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`Deltron 3030' is an innovative undertaking by rapper Del the Funky Homosapien, producer Dan the Automator, and DJ Kid Koala. With futuristic production and skillful lyricism, `Deltron 3030' tells of a post-apocalyptic world in the year 3030. This CD is by no means commercial with its lack of hooks (most verses are met with simple repeated samples and/or scratching) and its offbeat lyrical content. There are some great tracks like `Mastermind', `Madness', `3030', and `Madness'. However this CD is weighted down by a whopping nine skits that follow the futuristic theme of the CD. Personally, I never find skits groundbreaking or even necessary to a project so it definitely prevents me from putting this in my CD player and listening from cover to cover without skipping. Nothing profound is said by Del, and I am more attracted to how he says it (he flows very well with the beats) rather than what he says. However, I would recommend `Deltron 3030' for any hip hop fan who is looking for something different because this is definitely a memorable album.
(4/5 mics)
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I liked the style that Del used in the hit "Clint Eastwood" on the Gorillaz album, so I looked for more of his work. Among several solo works, as well as other collaborations with Dan The Automator, I found this.
Deltron 3030 is a pretty good album with great lyricism and wordplay, as well as interesting production. However, when I say "interesting", I don't always mean in a good way. There are some slip-ups - "Virus" and "Battlesong" aren't very good songs. Also, in many of the songs, there aren't great choruses. Some don't have choruses, at all.
Also, for a concept album, this album isn't very conceptual. Many of the tracks merely have Del bragging about what a good rapper he is, replacing talk of guns and such with talk of laser pistols and other futuristic gadgets.
Still, despite it's flaws, it's a good album. The opening track (the one after the intro) is great, and really reminds you of authentic sci-fi, which I assume is what they were trying for. The best song on the is (in my opinion) "Time Keeps On Slipping", featuring Damon Albarn, the singer from Blur, as well as a collaborator on the Gorillaz album.
So, summarizing it all up, this is a good album, but it may not be the epic that they were trying for. Worth a listen.
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In all honesty, I have not heard a better hip hop album than Deltron 3030. The more and more I listen to it, the more and more I fall in love with it. What sets this one apart from the rest is the production. Koala and Automator shine together, created rhythms and beats that sound like no other. The album kicks off with a bang with the hip hop symphony, 3030. The rest progresses perfectly, with not one track out of place. There is not a slouch in the bunch, but I do have my favorites. 3030 and Mastermind, oh wait, also Madness, oh wait, there's also Virus, oh wait.... just buy the album, you won't be sorry!
And Del The Funky Homosapien kills it, as usual. Were there any doubts in your mind?
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After waiting for over a month to get this cd it finally came in, I gave it a few listens through and it was well worth the wait. The beats are tight and original giving a futuristic sound, and dels second to none rhyming produces an album that surpasses any commercial disc you are likely to hear in this lifetime. This is hip-hop.
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