~ Album Reviews ๐Ÿ’ฟ ~

Ah, welcome to the page that is dedicated solely to album & EP ๐Ÿ’ฟ reviews. LPs and EPs of various styles are evaluated in this section of The Musical Hype โ€“ we donโ€™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.ย Also, GEMS โ€“ the best, highly recommended tracks โ€“ are selected at the end of each review. Each album also receives a star rating, on a scale of 0 โ€“ 5 (ยฝ 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 โ€“ Musical Hypeians worldwide โ€“ get your fix of album reviews down below!!!

Brent Faulkner
The Musical Hype


Niall Horan, Heartbreak Weather | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

Following a respectable, if safe debut LP, Niall Horan takes a big, mature step forward on his sophomore LP, Heartbreak Weather.

Jhenรฉ Aiko, Chilombo | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

On her enjoyable, though lengthy 3rd studio LP, Chilombo, Jhenรฉ Aiko explores feelings in the aftermath of a breakup & works toward healing.

$uicideBoy$, Stop Staring at the Shadows | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

$uicideBoy$ return with their potent sophomore LP, Stop Staring at the Shadows, characterized by awesome production and pessimistic rhymes.

Lauv, ~how Iโ€™m feeling ~ | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

Rising pop artist Lauv (Ari Leff) showcases immense talent throughout his highly anticipated debut album, ~how Iโ€™m feeling~.

Bad Bunny, YHLQMDLG | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

Although it runs long, all in all, Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny delivers a truly compelling sophomore album in YHLQMDLG.

Lil Baby, My Turn | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

Atlanta rapper Lil Baby delivers the goods (for the most part) on My Turn, a trap album with no shortage of bangers.

Ozzy Osbourne, Ordinary Man | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

Metal icon Ozzy Osbourne makes quite an intriguing comeback on his 12th studio album, and first in a decade, Ordinary Man.

Tame Impala, The Slow Rush | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

Following a five-year hiatus, Tame Impala makes a compelling return on its psychedelia-heavy, introspective, 4th studio album, The Slow Rush.

Justin Bieber, Changes | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

After nearly a five-year hiatus, Justin Bieber returns with his comeback album, Changes. The problem is, itโ€™s an underwhelming affair.

Kesha, High Road | Album Review ๐Ÿ’ฟ

Grammy-nominated pop artist Kesha brings ample spirit, energy, and f-bombs on her colorful fourth studio album, High Road.