Nebuchadnezzar by Sa-Roc is my favorite album of the year so far.

I just got acquainted with Sa-Roc this year and I fell in love with her. With her in the mix now, I can't quite determine who my second favorite rapper is. Her flow and wordplay straight demolishes almost any mainstream rapper today, though considering the current state of rap that wouldn't be hard to do, but she is phenomenal. Sa-Roc keeps up her tradition of mixing science fiction and divinity in her lyrics, while also speaking on social matters. My favorite track on the album goes to The Who? which features artist David Banner. Hulk's verse relays education about historical figure Patrice Lumumba which is something that is not often seen in music now. Sa-Roc drops a lyrical manifesto (reference intended) in her following verses, elevating her lyrical status and speaking on her inspirations. Nebuchadnezzar is a true masterpiece and an instant classic for me.