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The Musical Hype is an all-encompassing music blog featuring album + song reviews, playlists, interviews & various columns.

Song Reviews

Songs of various musical styles are reviewed.

Album Reviews

Albums of various styles are reviewed.

Playlists

Playlists rank among our proudest achievements.

Interviews

Q&As with intriguing musicians & bands.

Columns

Intriguing columns including Covers, Head 2 Head, Midnight Heat, Music Lifts, Throwback Vibez & LGBTQ Bopz among others.

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The Boot Scootin’ Sissies, Jesus, Take the Lube | Spicy Tunez

In the 15th edition of Spicy Tunez (2026), we explore the eyebrow-raising, naughty, sexed-up vibes behind “Jesus, Take the Lube” by The Boot Scootin’ Sissies.

0 Columns, LGBTQ, Music, Spicy Tunez 🌶️ 🎶 By the musical hype|Feb 19, 2026

Mary J. Blige, More Than A Lover | Song Review

Award-winning actress and R&B singer-songwriter Mary J. Blige delivers a heaping dose of love on her dedicated Valentine’s Day single, “More Than A Lover.”

0 Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|Feb 19, 2026

Al Calderon, Smoke | Song Review

“Smoke” marks another smoking hot, R&B-infused pop bop from the smoking hot, incredibly talented, and multifaceted Al Calderon.

0 LGBTQ, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|Feb 19, 2026

Jamie Foxx, Somebody | Song Review

Decorated actor and singer-songwriter Jamie Foxx eats and leaves no crumbs on “Somebody” thanks to the relatable theme/lyrics, superb vocals & sublime production.

0 Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|Feb 19, 2026

Nat King Cole, Ramblin’ Rose | Throwback Vibez

In the 22nd edition of Throwback Vibez (2026), we recollect and reflect on “Rambin’ Rose” by Nat King Cole.

0 Columns, Music, Throwback Vibez By the musical hype|Feb 19, 2026

Cloud, In My Dream | Song Review 🎵

When a band loses its frontman, the usual outcome is either a respectful disbandment or an ill-advised replacement. Ricky Barson chose a third, far braver path.

0 Guest Posts, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By George James|Feb 19, 2026

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