Linking up with a beat-connoisseur like Braille should speak volumes about Theory Hazit as an artist and an up-and-coming talent to be reckoned with. When the HipHopIsMusic label produces your album, rest assured, you’ve made something of an impression with the right people.

Extra Credit finds its way on to a short list of memorable albums in 2007 and beyond. There are some dynamite joints that have you head-bobbin’ as soon as the beat drops in. The song “Lesson in Power” brings with it a full vocal accompaniment of choir singers laced over a pounding beat reminiscent of early ’90s pioneers like Redman. Interludes by K-Drama set off each hook. Other songs like “Ghetto” “Just Another Day” “Decisions” and YouTube favorite “I Just Wanna Come Home” are filled with visceral hooks, lilting vocals, and quality verbiage that remind us just how influential a medium hip hop can be when it’s rising stars aren’t just yelling about egos, women, cars, and the size of their rims.