Robert Christgau: Dean of American Rock Critics

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Mantronix

  • Music Madness [Sleeping Bag, 1986] B-

Consumer Guide Reviews:

Music Madness [Sleeping Bag, 1986]
The first rap act since Flash to be named after its DJ will make a believer out of you maybe half the time--Mantronik's beats have that much groove, variety, and (damn right) human touch. "Listen to the Bass of Get Stupid Fresh Part II," which features a harmonica, is a minimalist tour de force. M.C. Tee, poor soul, needs boasting lessons. B-