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'''''Class of 95''''' is the tenth [[studio album]] by American rapper [[Dom Kennedy]]. It was released on October 11, 2024, by The Other People's Money Company. The album's features include Troy NōKA, Polyester the Saint, Niko G4, Talk2Strangers, Indica, and Allyn. |
'''''Class of 95''''' is the tenth [[studio album]] by American rapper [[Dom Kennedy]]. It was released on October 11, 2024, by The Other People's Money Company.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Moore |first=Sam |date=October 11, 2024 |title=New Music Friday: New Albums From GloRilla, Rod Wave, BigXThaPlug & More |url=https://hiphopdx.com/news/new-rap-albums-glorilla-rod-wave-bigxthaplug |url-status=live |archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20241113032342/https://hiphopdx.com/news/new-rap-albums-glorilla-rod-wave-bigxthaplug |archive-date=November 13, 2024 |access-date=December 21, 2024 |website=[[HipHopDX]] |language=en}}</ref> The album's features include Troy NōKA, Polyester the Saint, Niko G4, Talk2Strangers, Indica, and Allyn.<ref name=":0" /> |
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== Music == |
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=== Production === |
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According to Steve Juon of ''RapReviews'', ''Class of 95'' draws heavily from the sound and style of mid-1990s hip-hop, featuring a West Coast influence.<ref name="RapReviews">{{Cite web |last=Juon |first=Steve 'Flash' |date=October 29, 2024 |title=Dom Kennedy :: Class of 95 – RapReviews |url=https://www.rapreviews.com/2024/10/dom-kennedy-class-of-95/ |url-status=live |archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20241221193648/https://www.rapreviews.com/2024/10/dom-kennedy-class-of-95/ |archive-date=December 21, 2024 |access-date=December 21, 2024 |website=RapReviews |language=en-US}}</ref> The production, handled by contributors such as Tre Fresh, Big Duke, and Polyester the Saint, blends soulful melodies with a laid-back rhythm, creating a cohesive sound throughout the album.<ref name="RapReviews" /> Juon notes that the hour-long runtime and lack of excessive guest features highlight Dom Kennedy's presence as the focal point of the record.<ref name="RapReviews" /> |
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=== Lyrics and Themes === |
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Steve Juon describes Dom Kennedy's lyricism on ''Class of 95'' as straightforward and impactful, focusing on storytelling, confidence, and personal reflection.<ref name="RapReviews" /> Tracks like "Gallery" and "Promise" explore themes of resilience, self-worth, and relationships, with Kennedy using a conversational tone to connect with listeners.<ref name="RapReviews" /> Juon highlights Kennedy's ability to project masculinity without posturing and his emphasis on authenticity.<ref name="RapReviews" /> The album also reflects Kennedy's connection to his roots in [[Leimert Park, Los Angeles]], and his independent career.<ref name="RapReviews" /> |
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== Critical reception == |
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}}Steve Juon of ''RapReviews'' gave ''Class of 95'' a positive review, describing it as "an incredibly solid hour of music".<ref name="RapReviews" /> While he stopped short of declaring it superior to the classic albums of 1995 that he said inspired its title, Juon expressed that the album could "go in rotation with them and not be automatically skipped".<ref name="RapReviews" /> |
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== Track listing == |
== Track listing == |
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Class of 95 is the tenth studio album by American rapper Dom Kennedy. It was released on October 11, 2024, by The Other People's Money Company.[1] The album's features include Troy NōKA, Polyester the Saint, Niko G4, Talk2Strangers, Indica, and Allyn.[1]
Music
Production
According to Steve Juon of RapReviews, Class of 95 draws heavily from the sound and style of mid-1990s hip-hop, featuring a West Coast influence.[2] The production, handled by contributors such as Tre Fresh, Big Duke, and Polyester the Saint, blends soulful melodies with a laid-back rhythm, creating a cohesive sound throughout the album.[2] Juon notes that the hour-long runtime and lack of excessive guest features highlight Dom Kennedy's presence as the focal point of the record.[2]
Lyrics and Themes
Steve Juon describes Dom Kennedy's lyricism on Class of 95 as straightforward and impactful, focusing on storytelling, confidence, and personal reflection.[2] Tracks like "Gallery" and "Promise" explore themes of resilience, self-worth, and relationships, with Kennedy using a conversational tone to connect with listeners.[2] Juon highlights Kennedy's ability to project masculinity without posturing and his emphasis on authenticity.[2] The album also reflects Kennedy's connection to his roots in Leimert Park, Los Angeles, and his independent career.[2]
Critical reception
| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| RapReviews | 8.5/10[2] |
Steve Juon of RapReviews gave Class of 95 a positive review, describing it as "an incredibly solid hour of music".[2] While he stopped short of declaring it superior to the classic albums of 1995 that he said inspired its title, Juon expressed that the album could "go in rotation with them and not be automatically skipped".[2]
Track listing
All tracks are written by Dominic Hunn except where noted.
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Rich Kids" |
| 2:30 | |
| 2. | "Leanin" |
| 3:12 | |
| 3. | "Legendary" |
| 3:30 | |
| 4. | "Casablanca" (featuring TROY NōKA and Polyester the Saint) |
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| 3:22 |
| 5. | "Slauson Phil" |
| 3:11 | |
| 6. | "Nowornever" (featuring TROY NōKA) |
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| 3:09 |
| 7. | "Attention" (featuring Allyn) |
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| 4:22 |
| 8. | "Baby James Intermission" |
| 3:19 | |
| 9. | "Miracle on 43rd" |
| 4:45 | |
| 10. | "Rollin" |
| 3:27 | |
| 11. | "Celine" |
| 3:34 | |
| 12. | "Independent" (featuring Allyn) |
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| 2:55 |
| 13. | "Loved" |
| 2:32 | |
| 14. | "Promise" (featuring Niko G4 and Indica) |
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| 4:03 |
| 15. | "Emergency" (featuring Talk2Strangers) |
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| 2:15 |
| 16. | "Gallery" | Big Duke | 3:24 | |
| 17. | "Lonely Hearts" (featuring Talk2Strangers) | Polyester the Saint | 3:18 | |
| 18. | "Class of 95" |
| Polyester the Saint | 2:30 |
| 19. | "Sketches from Westlake" |
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| 3:34 |
References
- ^ a b Moore, Sam (October 11, 2024). "New Music Friday: New Albums From GloRilla, Rod Wave, BigXThaPlug & More". HipHopDX. Archived from the original on November 13, 2024. Retrieved December 21, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Juon, Steve 'Flash' (October 29, 2024). "Dom Kennedy :: Class of 95 – RapReviews". RapReviews. Archived from the original on December 21, 2024. Retrieved December 21, 2024.