When D4L made national headlines with the goofy yet catchy “Laffy Taffy,” fans and critics alike predicted their days to be numbered before the 2nd single was dropped. While the group has been on indefinite hiatus since 2006, one of the original members has generated a buzz to jumpstart his solo career. Shawty Lo, the man behind the ceremonious marching band bounce of “They Know (Dey Know)” has been creeping up the charts with approval of the youthful crowd. But like most acts that seem to be getting over off the strength of singles, the waters usually run a little shallow on the album front and Shawty’s case is no different. Aside from a few choice selections on the production tip, novice lyrics and dope boy fodder spoil rotten Shawty Lo’s debut, Units In The City. Read the rest of this entry »