''Banco'' is the debut
studio album
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by American rapper
Sir Michael Rocks. The album was released on July 29, 2014, by 6 Cell Phones. The album features
guest appearances from
Twista,
Casey Veggies,
Iamsu!, Robb Banks,
Pouya,
Mac Miller,
Trinidad James,
Too Short,
Buddy and
Chuck Inglish.
Release and promotion
On December 17, 2013, the album's first single "Memo" was released. On January 14, 2014, the music video was released for "Memo". On June 19, 2014, the music video was released for "Playstation 1.5". On July 15, 2014, the music video was released for "Fuck SeaWorld". On July 23, 2014, the music video was released for "Bussin'" featuring
Casey Veggies and
Iamsu!.
Critical response
''Banco'' was met with generally positive reviews from
music critics. Jesse Fairfax of
HipHopDX
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stated "The choice of shrouding his trademark oddity in stock cuts and sheer confidence is a curious one, but ''Banco'' remains entertaining for the most part."
Erin Lowers of ''
Exclaim!
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'' said, "While the definitive setting of ''Banco'' is Chi-Town's disruptive powers and anger, Mikey Rocks brings forth the warming soul that soothes it. Having already established a career within the boom-bap realm, Sir Michael Rock's reinvention as a solo artist rips apart the blueprints he once laid and sets a foundation that may lead straight to el ''Banco''."
Michael Blair of ''
XXL'' stated, "There are undeniable moments of prosperity within ''Banco'', and it’s impossible to not vibe with Sir Michael for owning his lyrical distinction as confident as he does his luxurious wardrobe. But upon completion of the album, ''Banco'' unquestionably leaves the listener yearning for a certain type of production that more appropriately suits his lyrical capacity."
Adam Kivel of
Consequence of Sound
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History
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said, "Though elements of it seem somewhat unconnected, ''Banco'' should go a long way towards making the solo stuff just as much of a hot commodity."
Track listing
Charts
References
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2014 debut albums
Albums produced by Mustard (record producer)
Albums produced by Mac Miller