Ruff Ryders 2
The Ruff Ryders camp is at it again. AfterEveandDrag-On's solo projects, the crew is hitting heads with their second group LP, a sequel toRyde or Die, Vol. 1.Ryde or Die, Vol. 2is a Swizz Beatz-produced compilation that sounds a lot like video games. Whereas the crew's first LP featured DMX prominently, this one includes hardly any songs with the dog himself, Eve, or most of the original Ryders.Ryde or Die, Vol. 2seems to be more of an opportunity for junior rhymers of the double-R, such as Yung Wun, to show their skills.Vol. 2also gives listeners a chance to hear guest appearances by favorites such asTwista,Snoop Dogg, andScarface. One song that stands out of this solid effort is theSheek (of LOX),Redman, andMethod Manbanger, "2 Tears in a Bucket."--Vanessa Satten