Mr. Mike – Wicked Wayz (1996, remastered 2009) Flac + 320kbps

 

Released in 1996, Mr. Mike – Wicked Wayz is the debut solo album from Houston rapper Mr. Mike, following his work with South Circle alongside Thorough. Released through Suave House and Relativity, the 15-track project captures the dark, street-oriented sound of mid-1990s Southern hip-hop and the distinctive Houston style associated with the Suave House label.The album features notable collaborations with Ice Cube on the title track “Wicked Wayz” and 8Ball & MJG on “Stop Lying.” Other tracks include “Southwest,” “G's Perspective,” “Where Ya Love At,” “Total Shock,” “Untouchable,” “Can You Feel Me,” “Da Boogie Man,” “Dope Fiction,” “Game Affiliation,” “In The Midst Of Smoke,” and “Life On Tha Line.”Musically, Mr. Mike – Wicked Wayz combines heavy Southern production, deep bass, slow grooves, and gritty gangsta-rap lyricism. Production from figures such as T-Mix and E-A-Ski helps create the hard-edged atmosphere associated with Suave House during its influential 1990s period. The album also demonstrates Mr. Mike's ability to move from group work into a full solo project while maintaining the street-focused character of Houston rap.The release arrived during a particularly strong period for Southern hip-hop, when Houston artists and the Suave House camp were establishing a distinctive regional sound. Mr. Mike's connections with South Circle, 8Ball & MJG, and other artists around the label give the album a strong connection to that era.Today, Mr. Mike – Wicked Wayz remains a notable 1996 Southern gangsta rap release and an important part of the Suave House catalog. Its combination of Houston street rap, hard production, memorable collaborations, and authentic mid-1990s atmosphere makes it an essential discovery for fans of classic Southern hip-hop.

1 Intro 1:35
2 Southwest 3:46
3 G's Perspective 3:30
4 Where Ya Love At 4:24
5 Total Shock 3:45
6 Untouchable 3:56
7 Can You Feel Me 4:12
8 Midtro: Here's Your Ticket 1:05
9 Wicked Wayz 4:05
10 Da Boogie Man 4:11
11 Dope Fiction 4:15
12 Game Affiliation 3:21
13 In The Midst Of Smoke 4:27
14 Life On Tha Line 3:43
15 Stop Lying 4:32
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