One of San Francisco's longest-running and most consistent emcees, San Quinn has been putting out Cali street anthems for what seems like forever, while also discovering and mentoring the next generation of Bay Area emcees. On A Hustler's Hope, he showcases Oakland rookie Tuf Luv, who joins him for a dozen tracks loaded with cinematic imagery, game-centric lyricism, and quality '80s-inspired production from Steven King and Dex Beats. Criminology in all its forms is discussed at length, but with more of a storytelling vibe than straight glamorization. At times funny, tragic, and thought-provoking, this is a top-notch concept album and a compelling collaboration between a veteran and a new jack. Don't miss the absurdly ear-tickling jams "Tryna Get Paid" and "Rap Superstar," the reflective girl-gone-wrong tale "Blade Runner," or the soon-to-be-classic ode to revelry "Drunk in San Francisco," featuring B-Legit.