Top Authority - Somethin To Blaze To (1993) Flac + 320kbps

 

Released in 1993, this debut album from Flint, Michigan pioneers Top Authority is a landmark of Midwest gangsta rap infused with unmistakable G-funk influences. As one of the first nationally recognized rap groups from Flint, the trio of Shotgun, Flex, and DaLo helped put Michigan's underground hip-hop scene on the map. Their debut introduced a unique blend of West Coast-inspired production and gritty Midwest street lyricism that would influence the city's rap movement for years to come.Top Authority – Somethin' To Blaze To delivers heavy basslines, smooth synthesizers, funky grooves, and authentic storytelling centered on street life, loyalty, ambition, and survival. The group's chemistry and polished production create a timeless sound that bridges classic G-funk with the harder edge of Midwest gangsta rap. Tracks such as "93 (Thangs Ain't How They Should Be)," "Money," and "Never Leave Home Without It" showcase the style that made Top Authority one of Flint's most respected hip-hop acts.Throughout the album, melodic hooks blend with hard-hitting beats and confident performances, creating a cohesive listening experience from beginning to end. While heavily influenced by the West Coast sound, the album maintains its own identity through the group's Midwest perspective and uncompromising street narratives. Over the years, it has become a cult classic among collectors of rare 1990s gangsta rap and one of the defining releases in Flint hip-hop history.Whether you're exploring the roots of Midwest rap or expanding your collection of classic gangsta rap, Top Authority – Somethin' To Blaze To remains an essential release. Its timeless G-funk production, authentic Flint sound, and pioneering role in Michigan hip-hop make it a must-have for fans of 1990s underground rap.

1. Another Murder
2. No Love [9mm Remix]
3. Money
4. Ain't Worth No Cash
5. Level of a Gangster
6. Pop Him
7. "93" (Things Ain't How They Should Be)
8. Somethin' to Blaze To
9. How Much
10. Voices
11. Never Leave Home Without It
12. Outro [Half Deck]
Flac
320kbps