>Common is the only artist from that era putting albums out on
>a major label besides Nas. Com's output post Be has hurt him a
>little.

The only one? I dunno about that... (Q tip for one, and arguably Jay-Z)

Also, I can't stand Common's post BE albums (actually not a fan of BE either) but i feel like i would judge them just as hard regardless of what label they're on. you think thats what gives them more relevance in the mind of heads generally? cuz that would seem kinda sad.