Refreshing...
author: EGB
In this age of samples, loops, and recycled ideas, it is refreshing to hear an artist who not only has a unique style, but actually has put thought into CREATING a different sound and original hooks, rather than simply using an old idea to capitalize on its past success. This CD is full of life and energy and has high entertainment value - check it out for yourself!
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Triumph Over Tribulation
author: Garage Radio
It's not too often I run across a hip hop album I can listen to for more than a song or two, but Tyrone Houston's No Boundaries has excepted that rule. The songs and their messages were enough to keep my interest, but their composition made me a fan.
I've been doing this long enough to know true talent when I hear it ... and Tyrone Houston is just that. In a world where turmoil and conflict lurk around every corner he manages to bring a positive significance to many of life's anguishing conditions. Don't get me wrong ... No Boundaries is by no means the gospel according to Ty. Instead, it's an observant, socially conscious collection of triumph over tribulation, delivering messages of self-responsibility and hope ... driven by powerful arrangements and catchy hooks.
"She doesn't realize/Once her spirit dies/No one hears her cries..." These words bring a harsh reality to the story of Julie, one of the players in "I'm Free." The rest of the song paints pictures of despair and poverty expressed with a heartfelt, emotional conviction. This and "Believe" are among my favs and may be the two tracks that most represent Houston as a master of profound lyricism.
No Boundaries is a great balance of rap and pop, but its appeal transcends into all genres and cultures ... touching a chord that everyone can relate to and putting that all-too-familiar lump in our throats.
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I'm feeling this project
author: The Chauceriin
I can't say that Mr. Houston is like anything I'm used to hearing in hip hop now a days. I love the fact that he blends hip hop with other genres of music, and he does it well too. I'm buying this album, because it's different, and it challenges my taste to expand.
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This cd is rap at it's best!!!!!!!
author: Daniel
This album by Tyrone Houston is amazing. He is an amazing talent. I espically love the songs "She Knows It" and "Get Free." This music is some of the best rap music that I have ever heard. It is very diverse like Outkast. This man is going to go far in life. Great job!!!!!
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