The Auditorium Vol. 1 | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | ||||
Studio album by | ||||
Released | July 12, 2024 | |||
Genre | Hip hop | |||
Length | 62:47 | |||
Label | Loma Vista | |||
Producer |
| |||
Common chronology | ||||
| ||||
Singles from The Auditorium Vol. 1 | ||||
|
The Auditorium Vol. 1 is a collaborative studio album by American rapper Common and producer Pete Rock. It was released on July 12, 2024, through Loma Vista Recordings, making it Common's fourth album for the label. The album was entirely produced by Pete Rock, with co-production from TUAMIE, as well as guest appearances from Bilal, Jennifer Hudson, PJ and Posdnuos.
Aggregate scores | |
---|---|
Source | Rating |
Metacritic | 82/100 [1] |
Review scores | |
Source | Rating |
Clash | 9/10 [2] |
The Irish Times | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Mojo | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
RapReviews | 9/10 [5] |
Rolling Stone | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
The Auditorium Vol. 1 was met with acclaim from music critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a weighted mean rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream critics, the album received an average score of 82, based on four reviews. [1]
Robin Murray of Clash praised the album, saying "finely sculpted and perfectly executed, The Auditorium Vol. 1 finds Common and Pete Rock utilising experience to their advantage. Creating a storm on its release, the perfectly executed roll-out trod the line between fan-service and expertly distilled creativity". [2] Sy Shackleford of RapReviews also gave the album nine out of ten score, saying "wasting no time and not adding any filler, the psychedelic soul of "Dreamin'" kicks off the album with Common sounding as though he hasn't aged vocally", adding that "the album title has 'Vol. 1' as a suffix, indicating there's more to come. I hope so because The Auditorium, Vol. 1 is the kind of listen that makes one wonder what's next from the two". [5] Stevie Chick of Mojo stated: "fielding love songs, existential ruminations and anthems of solidarity and resistance, The Auditorium Vol. 1 finds rap's self-proclaimed James Baldwin sermonising in the key of life on its every glory and struggle, offering hope amid the darkness and remaining a voice of mature wisdom in a rudderless world. It's one of his very best". [4] Simon Vozick-Levinson of Rolling Stone concluded: "this is an easygoing, respectful tribute to hip-hop's essence and realness, full of affectionate references to the music that's still close to Common's heart after all these years. Flowing deliberately over a luxurious spread of prime Pete Rock beats, the griot from Chicago raps with wisdom and patience". [6]
All tracks produced by Pete Rock, except where noted.
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
---|---|---|---|---|
1. | "Dreamin'" |
| 4:00 | |
2. | "Chi-Town Do It" |
| 4:26 | |
3. | "This Man" |
| 4:02 | |
4. | "We're On Our Way" |
| 4:16 | |
5. | "Fortunate" |
| 4:14 | |
6. | "So Many People" (featuring Bilal) |
| 5:14 | |
7. | "Wise Up" |
| 3:47 | |
8. | "A God (There Is)" (featuring Jennifer Hudson) |
| 3:47 | |
9. | "Stellar" |
| 4:23 | |
10. | "Lonesome" |
| 4:36 | |
11. | "All Kind of Ideas" |
| 3:48 | |
12. | "When the Sun Shines Again" (featuring Posdnuos) |
|
| 4:45 |
13. | "Everything's So Grand" (featuring PJ) |
| 6:04 | |
14. | "Now and Then" |
| 4:30 | |
15. | "Outro" |
|
| 0:55 |
Total length: | 62:47 |
Peter O. Phillips, better known by his stage name Pete Rock, is an American music producer, DJ and rapper. He is widely recognized as one of the greatest hip hop producers of all time, and is often mentioned alongside DJ Premier, RZA, and Q-Tip as one of the mainstays of 1990s East Coast hip hop production. He rose to prominence in the early 1990s as one half of the critically acclaimed group Pete Rock & CL Smooth. Early on in his career, he was also famed for his remix work.
Fishscale is the fifth studio album by American rapper and Wu-Tang Clan member Ghostface Killah, released March 28, 2006, on Def Jam in the United States. The album features guest appearances from every member of the Wu-Tang Clan, as well as Ghostface Killah's Theodore Unit. It also features production from several acclaimed producers, such as MF DOOM, Pete Rock, J Dilla, and Just Blaze, among others. The album follows an organized crime theme, and is named after a term for uncut cocaine.
Trilla is the second studio album by American rapper Rick Ross. It was released on March 11, 2008, by Poe Boy Entertainment, Slip-n-Slide Records and Def Jam Recordings. Production was handled by The Runners, J. R. Rotem, Drumma Boy, DJ Toomp, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, DJ Nasty & LVM, Blac Elvis, J Rock, Mannie Fresh, Los Vegaz and Bink!. It features guest appearances from R. Kelly, T-Pain, Trey Songz, Young Jeezy, Trick Daddy, Nelly, Brisco, Triple C's, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne and Avery Storm. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200, selling 198,000 copies in the first week. The album was a certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). To date, the album has sold over 700,000 copies in the United States.
Eleventh Hour is the fifth solo studio album by American hip hop musician Del the Funky Homosapien. It was announced and partially recorded in 2004, but didn't come out until March 11, 2008, when it was released by Definitive Jux. The album is produced by Del himself with additional production from Opio, KU, and J-Zone. It debuted at number 122 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 5,810 copies in its first week.
Souljaboytellem.com is the debut studio album and major label debut by American rapper and producer Soulja Boy Tell 'Em. It was released on October 2, 2007, by his Stacks on Deck (SOD) label, Collipark Music and Interscope Records. The album only features guest appearances from fellow rapper Arab and R&B group i15. The album was supported by four singles: "Crank That ", "Soulja Girl" featuring i15, "Yahhh!" featuring Arab, and "Donk".
Clipse Presents: Re-Up Gang is the only studio album by the American rap group Re-Up Gang. It was released through Koch Records. Recording sessions took place at Hovercraft Studios in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Production was handled by The Sleepwalkers, Karl Maceo, Illfonics, J. Storm, Johnny Fuego, and Scott Storch, with the Clipse serving as executive producers. The group had previously appeared on the We Got It 4 Cheap mixtapes. The first single, "Fast Life" featured half of the Re-Up Gang, the Clipse. The album features Clipse and the other two members of the Re-Up Gang, Ab-Liva and Sandman. The album peaked at number 55 on the Billboard 200, number eight on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, number five on the Top Rap Albums, and number seven on the Independent Albums.
Malice n Wonderland is the tenth studio album by American rapper Snoop Dogg; it was released on December 8, 2009, by Doggystyle Records, Capitol Records and Priority Records. Production for the album took place from January 2009 to September 2009 at several recording studios and the production was handled by Battlecat, The-Dream, Tricky Stewart, The Neptunes, Teddy Riley, Lil Jon and Terrace Martin.
Battle of the Sexes is the eighth studio album by American rapper Ludacris, released March 9, 2010 on Disturbing tha Peace and Def Jam South. The album was recorded during 2008 to 2010 and its production was handled by several producers, including T-Minus, Bangladesh, Swizz Beatz, The Neptunes, and The Runners.
How I Got Over is the ninth studio album by American hip hop band the Roots. It was released on June 22, 2010, by Def Jam Recordings.
Sex Therapy: The Session is the fourth studio album by American R&B recording artist Robin Thicke, released December 15, 2009 on Star Trak Entertainment in the United States. Sex Therapy also features guest contributions by Jay-Z, Game, Kid Cudi, Snoop Dogg, Nicki Minaj and Estelle. The album debuted at number 9 on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 123,000 copies in its first week. Upon its release, Sex Therapy received generally positive reviews from music critics.
B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray is the debut studio album by American rapper B.o.B, released on April 27, 2010, by Grand Hustle Records, Rebel Rock Entertainment and Atlantic Records. Production for the album took place during 2008 to 2010 and was handled by B.o.B, Crada, Dr. Luke, The Smeezingtons, Jim Jonsin, Lil' C, Alex da Kid, Polow da Don, and DJ Frank E.
The Darkside Vol. 1 is the tenth studio album by American rapper Fat Joe. The album was released July 27, 2010 by Terror Squad Entertainment and E1 Music. The album's production was handled by Cool & Dre, Streetrunner, DJ Infamous, Just Blaze, Scram Jones, DJ Premier, Raw Uncut, and Scoop DeVille, among others. The album also featured guest appearances came from Trey Songz, Too Short, R. Kelly, Cam'ron, Clipse, Lil Wayne and Young Jeezy.
Apollo Kids is the ninth studio album by American rapper and Wu-Tang Clan-member Ghostface Killah, released on December 21, 2010, by Def Jam Recordings. Guests on the album include several Wu-Tang members and affiliates, as well as Redman, Black Thought, Busta Rhymes, Joell Ortiz, and Game, among others.
"Gorgeous" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Kanye West from his fifth studio album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010). The track features a hook provided by Kid Cudi, a recording artist formerly signed to West's label GOOD Music, and a rap verse provided by the Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon. The song was written by West, Cudi, Raekwon, No I.D., Mike Dean and Rhymefest, and was produced by West, No I.D. and Dean. It contains elements of Enoch Light and the Glittering Guitars' cover version of The Turtles' song "You Showed Me". "Gorgeous" received mostly positive reviews from music critics, who generally praised the intricacy of the production, the quality of the guest features and the rock music-inspired aesthetic of the song. Several critics cited West's verses as a highlight of the track, complimenting his lyricism and delivery.
Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors is the second studio album by American rapper Big Boi, released on December 11, 2012, by Purple Ribbon Records and Def Jam Recordings. The album features guest appearances from Sleepy Brown, Phantogram, T.I., Ludacris, Kid Cudi, Little Dragon, Killer Mike, Kelly Rowland, ASAP Rocky, B.o.B, Wavves, Mouche, Scar, Bosko, Jai Paul, UGK, Big K.R.I.T., Theophilus London, and Tre Luce.
Every Hero Needs a Villain is the second studio album by American hip hop trio Czarface, which consists of rapper and Wu-Tang Clan member Inspectah Deck and underground hip hop duo 7L & Esoteric. The album was released on June 16, 2015, by Brick Records. The album's lead single "Deadly Class" featuring Meyhem Lauren was released on April 7, 2015. The album features guest appearances from Method Man, Large Professor, JuJu, GZA, MF Doom, Meyhem Lauren and R.A. the Rugged Man.
Imperius Rex is the fourth solo studio album by American rapper Sean Price. It was released on August 8, 2017, via Duck Down Music, exactly two years after his death, making it his first posthumous release. It features guest appearances from Bernadette Price, Buckshot, Foul Monday, Freeway, Ike Eyez, Inspectah Deck, Junior Reid, Method Man, MF Doom, Prodigy, Raekwon, Rim P, Rock, Ruste Juxx, Smif-N-Wessun, Styles P and Vic Spencer.
The Plugs I Met 2 is a collaborative extended play by American rapper Benny the Butcher and producer Harry Fraud. It was released on March 19, 2021 through Black Soprano Family/SRFSCHL as a sequel to Benny's 2019 EP The Plugs I Met. Produced entirely by Fraud, it features guest appearances from 2 Chainz, Chinx, Fat Joe, French Montana, Jim Jones, Rick Hyde and Teyonahhh. The album debuted at number 33 on the US Billboard 200 albums chart.
Liberation 2 is a 2023 studio album from American hip hop musicians Talib Kweli and Madlib, a sequel to their 2007 release Liberation.
A Forsaken Lover's Plea is a 2023 studio album by American rapper Chuck Strangers. It has received positive reviews from critics.