On Top of Our Game [PA] (CD - 2006)

Whether or not Dem Franchize Boyz are really on top of their game, as the title of their sophomore release claims, seems to be a subject of debate among hip-hop heads. But judging from the success of their self-titled debut, the popularity of the hit singles "White Tee" and "I Think They Like Me," and the deluxe packaging of this second album, they are certainly at their commercial apex.

The music on ON TOP OF OUR GAME offers more of what listeners enjoyed on their debut: smoked-out, head-nodding beats, raps from the Franchize clique, and hands-in-the-air, chant-along choruses. Producer Jermaine Dupri gives the whole set a colossally booming vibe well-suited to any bass-heavy sound system, and guest appearances by Bun B, Trey Songz, and Three 6 Mafia add a bit of glitter. minimize