Despite the longest of delays, the debut Youngbloodz record, AGAINST DA GRAIN--a rather straight-forward, lyrically tight collection of hooks and Dirty South drawls and skits--was a qualified success and featured the rap radio hit "U Way" and the shoulda-been-a-hit groove "85." The Atlanta duo of Sean Paul (not the dancehall-pop superstar) and J-Bo return in late 2003 with sophomore effort, the fittingly titled DRANKIN' PATNAZ, a bit more refined and far-reaching, but certainly a far-from-sober collection of controlled, tongue-twisting fury.
DRANKIN' PATNAZ opens as hard as the exterior of a 40-bottle with the screams of the "king of crunk" himself, Lil' Jon, screamin' before launching into the defiant "Damn," a twisting anthem for the discerning, intellectual thug. The duo displays skills at getting the club bouncing on hypnotic tracks like "Sean Paul (Get 'Em Crunk)" and "Hustle," and throughout their second offering unveil an ability to stretch the elastic of the crunked-out Dirty South sound to its limits. Sean Paul and J-Bo consistently reveal the filial facility to play off one another, an ability which distinguishes Youngbloodz from the mass of crews emerging in the umbra of Outkast's success, making DRANKIN' PATNAZ a worthwhile listen.
Initial pressings included a bonus DVD.
Recorded at Patchwerk Recordings and Strankonia Recording, Atlanta, Georgia.
Youngbloodz: J-Bo, Sean Paul.
Producers include: Mark Twayne, R.O.B., Jonathan "Lili" Jon Smith, Oomp Camp, The Trackboyz.
Personnel: Jonathon "Lil' Jon" Smith (vocals); Craig Love (guitar); Rob McDowell (keyboards, drum programming); L-Roc (keyboards); Mark Twayne, Buddy Barkalow, Mello (drum programming, background vocals); Montez Harris, J-Bo (drum programming); Mickey "MeMpHiTz" Wright, Sean Paul Joseph, Roosta, Pretty Ken, Cutty Cartel, Rhonda, Oddball, Playboy Tre, Shawty Putt (background vocals).
Audio Mixers: John Frye; Jan Fairchild; Pit; Jonathon "Lil' Jon" Smith; Kevin Crouse; Troy Hightower.
Photographer: Sarah A. Friedman.Vibe (1/03, p.128) - 3.5 out of 5 - "...DRANKIN' PATNAZ delivers a cocktail strong enough to get the nation slizzard..."h Vibe (1/03, p.128) - 3.5 out of 5 - "...DRANKIN' PATNAZ delivers a cocktail strong enough to get the nation slizzard..."
Must have! All I can say is that this cd is HOTT!! U can play this cd without skipping any trackz... Submitted by Jett (Providence, RI) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
the best freakin cd this is the best cd ever and of i could'nt but notice sean paul and his cute self with long hair just like me holla back sean paul!!!!!!!!!!! Submitted by lisa camille (mt.vernon,ny,usa) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Tight!!! Dis cd is 1 of da best 2 hit da streetz...Da beatz is hella hot but they should hab more guest on thier album, like T.I,Lil' Scrappy n stuff...PeaCe ouT Submitted by Jett (Playaz-Town) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Quality This album is great has the best song Damn with the popular king of crunk Lil Jon that gives it the dirty south beat
New song lean low is great, great video and has a famous artist in the song Ludacris
Well good get it you wont be disappointed Submitted by dslluk (Margate, England) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Bumpin' I wasn't expecting this cd to be as good as it was, this cd hits in a car with a good system, bangin beats, my personal favs are whatchu lookin at, and lane to lane, definitely get this album, no second thought required Submitted by a reviewer (Bakersfield,CA, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Must have!
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