Full Circle [PA]

Performer: Xzibit
Engineer: Larry Legend "Mutherfucking"; Jason Schweitzer; Kirk Yano
Producer: Arkiteks; Felli Fel; Dublin Beats "J Dubz"; Rick Rock; Warryn Campbell
Distributor: E1 Distribution (USA)

Notes: Personnel: Don Blaze (vocals); DJ Reflex (scratches). Audio Mixer: Jason Schweitzer. Recording information: Encore Studios, Burbank, CA; Planet 2 Planet Studios, New York, NY; Sony Studios; StarBass Enterprise Recording Studios, NJ. Photographer: Devin DeHaven. The question of whether Xzibit has gone Hollywood or not might just come across as irrelevant upon first listen to the L.A. native's sixth release, FULL CIRCLE. The commanding lyricism of "Invade My Space," the chilling corrupt cop narrative of "Rampart Division," and the powerful introspection of "Black & Brown" all stand as evidence that, publicity aside, the ex-Likwit Crew member still holds some of the most serious skills in the game. Production-wise, Keith Shocklee (of the Bomb Squad), Jelly Roll, DJ Quik, Rick Rock, and Xzibit himself have put together a well-balanced collection of beats that range from West Coast gangsta to club-friendly bounce. FULL CIRCLE features guest spots from Kurupt, Daz Dillinger, King T, The Game, and Too $hort. The question of whether Xzibit has gone Hollywood or not might just come across as irrelevant upon first listen to the L.A. native's sixth release, FULL CIRCLE. The commanding lyricism of "Invade My Space," the chilling corrupt cop narrative of "Rampart Division," and the powerful introspection of "Black & Brown" all stand as evidence that, publicity aside, the ex-Likwit Crew member still holds some of the most serious skills in the game. Production-wise, Keith Shocklee (of the Bomb Squad), Jelly Roll, DJ Quik, Rick Rock, and Xzibit himself have put together a well-balanced collection of beats that range from West Coast gangsta to club-friendly bounce. FULL CIRCLE features guest spots from Kurupt, Daz Dillinger, King T, The Game, and Too $hort.

Spin (p.105) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "West Coast veteran Xzibit has a nearly perfect rapper's voice -- a gruff baritone that makes every threat and boast sound completely believable." Q (p.106) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "[T]here are plenty of moments that show he hasn't lost his touch." XXL (Magazine) (p.152) - "Reminiscent of his early work, FULL CIRCLE has X skillfully describing the world around him with vivid clarity."

Xzibit is a respected rappers in the West Coast underground. The Detroit-born/L.A.-based MC created a nice buzz with his 1996 debut, AT THE SPEED OF LIFE, which displayed Xzibit's fierce, technically dazzling flow, and a creative emphasis on skills rather than on gangsta bombast and commercial aspirations. A string of lauded guest appearances and a collaboration with Dr. Dre in 2000 moved Xzibit into the mainstream, but it was the success of his highly-entertaining MTV car-detailing show, PIMP MY RIDE, which premiered in 2004, that ultimately made Xzibit a household name.

Click Here for Shipping Options and Policies

Shipping or Dimension weight in pounds: 0.25