Styles P talks Lloyd Banks collaboration [VIDEO]

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

On his Master of Ceremonies album, Styles P officially established himself as the grittiest rapper in the game. He did not accomplish this feat alone, recruiting the likes of Busta Rhymes and Lloyd Banks, among others. Their contributions helped make Styles P's fourth album what it is.

Styles P said he is a fan of Lloyd Banks' music. Long before the feud between their camps, Styles P said he enjoyed Banks' music. However, when the feud began, Styles P did not have the chance to reach out to Lloyd Banks. But, when peace was established, in 2008, he reached out.

During his time in prison, Styles P said he listened to several mixtapes from Lloyd Banks. Listening to Lloyd Banks helped those long days go by a little faster. When he got out of prison, Styles P had the chance to meet Lloyd Banks and said he is really a cool guy. Another cool guy who has worked with Styles P is Rick Ross, who has issues with G-Unit.

Watch Styles P's interview with XXL below:

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Lloyd Banks at Styles P's "Master of Ceremonies" release party [PHOTO]

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Styles P talks "Master of Ceremonies" with XXL [VIDEO]

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Album Review: Styles P - "Master of Ceremonies"

By Hardcore Critic
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

While fans continue to wait on The L.O.X. to release a new album, the members are solo, once again. Yesterday, Styles P released his fourth studio album, Master of Ceremonies. The album is a follow-up to his 2007 album, Super Gangster: Extraordinary Gentleman.

Fresh off the mixtape scene, Styles P enters Master of Ceremonies poised and confident. Teaming with Avery Storm for "How I Fly," the opening track off the album, Styles P flows over a track many owuld never expect him to touch.

Brilliant wordplay and versatility keep Styles P ahead of the game on Master of Ceremonies. Switching from gangster to gentleman is something Styles P masters on his new album. Not many rappers in the game have the ability to switch their styles and still manage to be convincing. While Styles P has a number of collaborations on Master of Ceremonies, the show is never stolen from Styles P.

Master of Ceremonies provides several street anthems and is a classic Styles P album. But, it is clear P has grown as a lyricist, and an overall artist, on his new album. Styles P also unites with the L.O.X. family on two tracks, "Street Shit," with Sheek Louch, and "It's OK" with Jadakiss. Sadly, Styles P did not deliver on a true L.O.X. anthem on the album.

Still, Master of Ceremonies is a must-have album, the first true hardcore, gritty, album of 2011. For those who wanted the "street shit," Styles P truly provides this, with a touch of gentleman sprinkled throughout the album.

Hip Hop Vibe's Rating: 7/10

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Styles P ft. Lloyd Banks - "We Don't Play"

D-Block and G-Unit collaborate, once again. This time, it is Styles P and Lloyd Banks. The two come together for "We Don't Play," a new song off Styles P's Master of Ceremonies album.

Listen to "We Don't Play" by Styles P ft. Lloyd Banks below:

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Album Preview: Styles P - "Master of Ceremonies"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

At the very beginning of the year, Styles P announced he was working on his first album in four years, Master of Ceremonies. Bits of news about the album have been dropped throughout the year. The album is set to drop on October 4, 2011.

Master of Ceremonies will boast appearances from The L.O.X., Busta Rhymes, Lloyd Banks, Rick Ross, Pharoahe Monch, and Pharrell. The producers for the album will be Warren G, Pete Rock, and Statik Selektah.

Styles P proclaimed he was one of the best rappers of his generation. There are many critics who would agree with him. His previous albums were all met with positive reviews. Given the list of people Styles P has for the album, and his own kill, Master of Ceremonies should be another classic notch under his belt.

Track list

  1. "How We Fly" ft. Avery Storm
  2. "We Don't Play" ft. Lloyd Banks
  3. "I'm a Gee" ft. Rell
  4. "Ryde on Da Regular"
  5. "Keep the Faith" ft. Aja
  6. "Children" ft. Pharoahe Monch
  7. "Street Shit" ft. Sheek Louch
  8. "Feelings Gone"
  9. "Harsh" ft. Rick Ross and Busta Rhymes
10. "It's Ok" ft. Jadakiss
11. "Don't Turn Away" ft. Pharrell
12. "Uh-Ohh" ft. Sheek Louch

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Styles P - "Master of Ceremonies" OFFICIAL COVER

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Styles P featuring Pharoahe Monch and Rick Ross on "Master of Ceremonies" album

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Early this year, Styles P announced he would be back in the studio. The L.O.X. rapper said the title of his next album would be Master of Ceremonies. Since the announcement of the album and the title, Styles P has not said much about the album.

Recently, Styles P opened up about his new releases, promising a mixtape, as well. Before the end of this month, the Yonkers rapper said he would drop a mixtape. The mixtape will be released right before his album. Styles P has pegged a September release for Master of Ceremonies.

Styles P will be releasing Master of Ceremonies though his longtime label, E1 Entertainment. The album will feature collaborations from Pharoahe Monch, Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes, and many more. Featuring a fusion of classic New York hip hop and G-funk, Styles P hopes to have the album out before the end of September.

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