Eminem - "Relapse"
Years away from the game meant Eminem had to come back hard - this effort featuring almost entirely Dr Dre production is a sharp return to lyrical form. The album lacks personal tracks and emotion but it's a solid effort from a rapper who remains at the top. 7/10
Which seems kinda reasonable, I guess. Until:
Eminem - "Eminem Presents The Re-Up"
The 2002 momentum is back at the Shady Empire and this mixtape-turned-album release shows the hunger is back and hints at a 2007 takeover. Lyrical wizardry from Eminem who teams up with 50 Cent for a few tracks along with an impressive introduction to Bobby Creek and Cashis. 9/10
Eminem - "Recovery"
Possibly the finest Eminem album. Take the sharp lyrics and delivery from Relapse, with an emotional burst of energy thrown in and you have one hell of a comeback. Years after being written off, this is the album to cement his place in history forever. 10/10
