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Dazed critics fumbled for adjectives and comparisons to describe the utterly unique vocal presence of a rapper who can't quite sing, but whose tunes are nonetheless as catchy and sincere as any contemporaries' in the R&B; field. Dudley's full-length debut on Stones Throw Records, A Lil' Light (2003), showcased his inimitable singing style over the most psychedelic beats in the underground  all produced by Madlib. As a vocal muse for Madlib's creations, Dudley is unmatched; he's earned first pick at Madlib's prized beat collections. Just like Madvillain or Quasimoto, the Dudley/Madlib combination is a facet unto its own  on par with the most illustrious collaboration projects in Madlib's catalog.