The Pharcyde Album: “Humboldt Beginnings [Digipak]”

Much like the first review listed for this album, it took a couple listens before i really got into it but im very much a fan of it. It isnt groundbreaking hip-hop or anything like their early albums, but there are definately some classic tracks on it, including Illusions, Bongloads 2, and Choices.My only knock on the album would be its one-track subject matter. Like the person who rated this album one star, it does get a bit old having every single song about just weed, but i still like the songs so i cant complain too much. With a title like Humboldt Beginnings you sort of have to expect it, but other than that, its a good album and very much worth owning if youre a pharcyde fan.

By far their most "Pharcyde-ish" sound since LabCabin - the record sounds, looks and feels like a Pharcyde record. Outstanding production, lyrics, beats - you name it - this record is what Pharcyde fans have been waiting to hear since Passin' Me By and Runnin' were on the charts - buy with confindence - you WILL love this record.

The bipolar ranking this is getting (either 1 or 5 stars in most cases) indicates a dependancy on taste. You'll either love this or hate it. Trancsend the narrow subject matter and just appreciate their flow and the truly INFECTIOUS BEATS. This is not some derivative garbage, I agree this could be a year ahead of its time. I couldn't have asked for anything more from the Pharcyde as a follow up, beyond a reunion of all 4 members.

The long awaited new album from hip-hip legends does not disappoint. Humboldt Beginnings is super solid and funky throughout. A winner and easily one of the best releases this year.

I love the Pharcyde, Bizarre Ride is one of the greatest hip hop albums ever, but their new cd is utter garbage. They seemed to have regressed to the point where all they can talk about is weed and getting high. They dont even do it well! The lyrics are ok when Imani is rapping, the other 95% of the time is filled with something I wouldn't wish upon my worst enemy. Save your money, buy the new Hierogyphics or the Non Prophets, anything but this crap. I want to go to California and personally ask the cyde for my $15 back.