Vibe (9/01, p.243) - 3.5 discs out of 5 - "...Pledges allegiance to the brutal gangbanging lifestyle and the art of breaking broads on nearly every cut....supplying enough Cali-style funk for a stretch Hummer's trunk."
Full performer name: Snoop Dogg Presents Tha Eastsidaz.
Snoop Dogg/Tha Eastsidaz: Snoop Dogg, Tray Deee, Goldie Loc (rap vocals).
Additional personnel: Kokane, Sir Dogg, Snoopy Collins, Nate Dogg, Supafly, Suga Free, Latoiya Williams, Tha Angels, Bad Azz, Butch Cassidy, Kurupt, RBX, Ruff Dogg, King Lou, Mixmaster Spade, Mobb Deep, Mac Minista, Ric Rock, Daddy V, Lil' Mo.
Producers include: Meech Wells, Battlecat, Hi-Tek, The Alchemist, Jelly Roll.
With the stamp of approval from the West Side's most likely to succeed, Tha Eastsidaz (which includes the Dogg himself) follow up their platinum debut with Duces ‘N Trayz, another chapter in the book of G-funk styled hip-hop. On this banger, Snoop, Tray Dee, and Goldie Loc invite listeners to a 20-track extravaganza. Party up.
The trio expands their sound this time around to include producers like DJ Quik and Hi-Tek, making for a more diverse Eastsidaz. From the smooth-talking raps of "I Luv It" to the gangbanging storytelling of "Crip Hop,"Tha Eastsidaz come correct on each and every song. The album's own blend of funk and hip-hop, as showcased on songs like "I Don't Know" and "Eastside Ridaz," give the Eastsidaz their niche.