Every time I do one of these lists, I mention that rap feels more splintered than ever, but, right now, it really does. One thing I miss is casually sitting around with friends, breaking down why a rapper said that or what in the world they were thinking when they rapped over that beat. It still happens, sometimes, but mostly everyone is off on their own musical journey, sending each other recommendations every now and then. Good thing I have a column on Pitchfork to do my rambling. A place to