~ Album Reviews 💿 ~

Ah, welcome to the page that is dedicated solely to album & EP 💿 reviews. LPs and EPs of various styles are evaluated in this section of The Musical Hype – we don’t discriminate. Album reviews are also available on the home page. More often than not, the album reviews on the site tend to follow a track-by-track format, commencing with an intro paragraph comprised of background information, and concluding paragraph that wraps things up. Also, GEMS – the best, highly recommended tracks – are selected at the end of each review. Each album also receives a star rating, on a scale of 0 – 5 (½ stars are used as well), that is visible at the beginning and ending of the review.

It should not come as a surprise to see the analysis run north of, say, 1000 words. So, music enthusiasts everywhere – Musical Hypeians worldwide – get your fix of album reviews down below!!!

Brent Faulkner
The Musical Hype

J. Cole, Born Sinner | Album Review 💿

J. Cole delivers a superb effort on his sophomore album, Born Sinner. The album concept remains intact and accessible throughout the effort.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|18Jun 1318 Jun, 2013

Black Sabbath, 13 | Album Review

'13,' the comeback album by iconic metal band Black Sabbath, stands extremely tall.  It's pessimistic, atheistic, and Mephistophelean. Rock on.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|17Jun 1317 Jun, 2013

Mac Miller, Watching Movies With the Sound Off | Album Review 💿

On his sophomore album 'Watching Movies With the Sound Off,' Mac Miller showcases more maturity compared to his debut album - album cover art aside.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|14Jun 1314 Jun, 2013

The Lonely Island, The Wack Album | Album Review

Comic rap trio The Lonely Island both allure and offend on their third studio album, 'The Wack Album.'  Andy Samberg and company are both unapologetically stupid and incredibly hilarious.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|13Jun 1313 Jun, 2013

George Benson, Inspiration – A Tribute to Nat King Cole | Album Review

George Benson sounds nowhere near 70 on his latest studio album, 'Inspiration - A Tribute to Nat King Cole.' 'Inspiration' is consistent from top the bottom.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|9Jun 139 Jun, 2013

John Fogerty, Wrote A Song For Everyone | Album Review

John Fogerty returns with a star-studded affair on 'Wrote a Song for Everyone,' covering his own classics.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|6Jun 136 Jun, 2013

Fitz & The Tantrums, More Than Just A Dream | Album Review

On 'More Than Just A Dream,' Fitz & The Tandrums deliver a fine album that appeals to an eclectic fan base. It's Soulful, yet forward thinking.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|1Jun 131 Jun, 2013

Daft Punk, Random Access Memories | Album Review 💿

'Random Access Memories,' the thrilling new Daft Punk album, can be likened to your favorite team winning the national championship. 

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|25May 1325 May, 2013

Vampire Weekend, Modern Vampires of the City | Album Review

Indie rock darlings Vampire Weekend return as an older, more mature band on their superb third studio album, 'Modern Vampires of the City.' 

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|13May 1313 May, 2013

Jake Bugg, Jake Bugg | Album Review

'Jake Bugg,' the self-titled debut LP by the Brit singer/songwriter is a highly recommended effort for traditional-, indie-, folk- or garage-rock fans.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By brent80|25Apr 1325 Apr, 2013