Today the focus is on mixtapes from the year, here are my top 5 mixtapes from this year.
5. Mac Miller - Best Day Ever
This was the mixtape that brought Mac to the discussion in the hip hop world. With hits like Donald Trump and All around The World Mac really showed he was ready to break out after releasing this mixtape.
4. The Dean's List - The Drive-in
This one came out way at the beginning of the year back in February, so it may have been somewhat forgotten, but definitely deserves recognition. I had never heard of these guys, but once they dropped this mixtape I went back and found their older work and I am now a full fledged fan of theirs.
3. Chiddy Bang - Peanut Butter Swelly
While there has been a long delay on their first album, Chiddy Bang still has been giving their fans plenty of content to tide them over. This mixtape was just very complete, every song seemed to fit together and create a great collection.
2. ASAP Rocky - LiveLoveAsap
This was the big debut for ASAP Rocky. He signed a highly publicized deal worth reportedly $3 Million. With his mixtape he lived up to the hype. With a very polished sound he is someone to look for in 2012.
1. Meek Mill - Dreamchasers
Meek Mill had a huge year in 2011. He released this mixtape which was great with original songs and covers to the likes of "Paris" from Yeezy and Hov. He also made a huge impact emerging as the star of MMG from the group album that they released when he had the 2 big hits from the project. Now 2012 should be his time to shine all by himself out from the likes of Wale and Rick Ross.
Honorable Mention- mixtapes that definitely are worthy of checking out, not quite in the top 5 though.
Lupe Fiasco - Friend of the People
B.o.B. - EPIC: Every Play is Crucial
Ludacris - 1.21 Gigawatts to the First Time
Tyga - #Bitchimtheshit
