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How Much Time Is Needed to Declare a Rap Album "Classic"?

The release of Kendrick Lamar's new album, and the questions it raises about today's fast-paced, hyperbolic cycle of criticism.

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He also speaks on plans for Black Hippy album and "Detox."

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Join in and speak with the Compton rapper about good kid, m.A.A.d city.

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The MC walks you through the Compton of his youth, and beyond.

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Official stats on the Compton MC's latest release.

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Breaking down big tunes from the Black Hippy brethren.

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The music that shaped a good kid in a mad city.

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Why the young rapper's much-discussed major label debut is incredibly unique, and what listeners gain from the record's noteworthy risks.

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Step into the lab with Kendrick and the TDE fam.

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Kendrick, Pharrell, Just Blaze, and others speak about putting together one of the year's best albums.

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The Compton MC drops science on the proper way to start your day. Got milk?

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This Compton MC is ready to lead. Who's gonna follow?

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