From the beginning, Missy Elliott has successfully tested the boundaries of rap music. Along with acclaimed hip-hop producer Tim “Timbaland” Mosely, the hip-hop queen delivers yet another fearless album showing no signs of creative exhaustion. With unbelievable beats and uninhibited vocals, Elliott tries a little of everything on This Is Not a Test. She marvels at the magic of her vibrator in “Toyz,” teams up with Nelly for an ode to full-figured Southern gals, and gives it up to classic ’80s rappers. There’s a reason rap enthusiasts breathlessly await her new albums. From Elektra Records ( www.elektra.com). More info: www.missy-elliott.com. —Andrea Rodricks
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