~ 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.

5 out of 5 stars = MASTERPIECE

4.5 out of 5 stars = NEAR MASTERPIECE

4 out of 5 stars = EXCELLENT

3.5 out of 5 stars = VERY GOOD

3 out of 5 stars = AVERAGE / GOOD

2.5 out of 5 stars = BELOW AVERAGE

2 out of 5 stars = MEDIOCRE

1.5 out of 5 stars, 1 out of 5 stars, 0.5 out of 5 stars, 0 out of 5 stars = BAD

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


Pat Reilly, Prince of the Night (EP) | Album Review 💿

LGBTQ+ pop artist Pat Reilly shines on his debut EP, Prince of the Night, mixing pop, electronic, R&B with a distinct, queer narrative.

Bruce Springsteen, Letter to You | Album Review 💿

The thrilling ‘Letter to You’ marks the best Bruce Springsteen album in years, surpassing The Boss’ 2019 LP, Western Stars.

Busta Rhymes, Extinction Level Event 2 | Album Review 💿

Although far too long, it’s great to see Busta Rhymes back in the game with his 10th LP, Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God.

The Kid LAROI, F*CK LOVE (SAVAGE) | Album Review 💿

F*CK LOVE (SAVAGE), the debut commercial mixtape from The Kid LAROI, shows ample potential and a bright future for the teen rapper.

Sam Smith, Love Goes | Album Review 💿

After being delayed, Love Goes, the third album by Sam Smith arrives with its fair share of moments, though fails to supplant his past work.

Ariana Grande, Positions | Album Review 💿

While Positions is no thank, u next, Grammy-winner Ariana Grande still delivers a compelling, enjoyable, & well-rounded sixth studio LP.

Ruel, Bright Lights, Red Eyes (EP) | Album Review 💿

Ascending Australian pop singer Ruel sounds absolutely amazing on his third EP, Bright Lights, Red Eyes.

21 Savage & Metro Boomin, Savage Mode II | Album Review 💿

Grammy-winning rapper 21 Savage and rap ‘super producer’ Metro Boomin team up once again on Savage Mode II, an album full of bangers.

Omar Apollo, Apolonio | Album Review 💿

Apolonio, the 2020 mini-album by Omar Apollo, provides a marvelous sampling of the incredible things that he has in store for the future.

Gabriel Garzón-Montano, Agüita | Album Review 💿

Alternative standout Gabriel Garzón-Montano shows the full range of his musicianship on his adventurous sophomore album, Agüita.