X-Raided – Unforgiven Vol. 3 – Vindication

Album info

In 2011, under the Block Star Entertainment label, X-Raided released “Unforgiven Vol. 3 – Vindication,” a robust album that further cements his status as a pioneer in Thug Rap, Gangsta, and Hardcore Hip-Hop. The 17-track compilation opens with a strong statement in “The Vindication Of Anerae Veshaugn Brown,” featuring B. Parker. This track sets the stage for what can only be described as a raw, unfiltered exploration of life’s complexities through the lens of X-Raided’s unique experiences.

“Stigmata” and “A Gangsta’s Bitch” showcase X-Raided’s lyrical prowess and penchant for storytelling. The production, primarily led by Filthy Rich, delivers hard-hitting beats that provide the perfect backdrop for the rapper’s potent words. Emotional tracks like “All I Need” and “Ayana’s Song,” produced by Leviathan, offer a more introspective side to X-Raided, revealing the man behind the hardcore exterior.

Tracks like “BSC (Bloc Star Comin’)” and “Childish Games” pull no punches, plunging listeners into an immersive, gritty world with evocative narratives and rhythms. “Evil Genius Skit” and “Evil Genius” provide a twisted yet intriguing perspective on the complexities of morality, while “Indifferent” is a soul-searching song that delves deep into the struggles of maintaining one’s identity amidst life’s adversities.

With “Love, Loyalty & Respect,” X-Raided touches on themes of devotion and integrity, before switching gears into “Robo Rapper,” a sarcastic jab at the superficiality and inauthenticity that plague some corners of the hip-hop world. The album closes with “Appreciation” and “Never C Me,” wrapping up the project in a way that leaves listeners pondering the multi-faceted persona of X-Raided and the thematic depth he brings into his music.

Mastered by Deryck D. and distributed by City Hall Records, the album benefits from high-quality production values that ensure the raw energy and intricate lyrics are captured in their fullest essence. “Unforgiven Vol. 3 – Vindication” is a compelling experience from start to finish, an album that succeeds in both shaking the ground and touching the soul.