Mary J. Blige, Just Fine | Music Lifts 🎶 🏋
![Mary J. Blige, Just Fine: Music Lifts 🎶 🏋 No. 8 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Geffen; BD Jewel, Dave H, Jean-Daniel Francoeur, Joshua Brown, Vansh Mehta from Pexels; AcatXIo, OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/mary-j-blige-just-fine-music-lifts-8-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the eighth edition of Music Lifts (2025), we’re uplifted by Award-winning R&B artist Mary J. Blige performing, “Just Fine.”
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
the musical hype
The Musical Hype (he/him) has earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees in music (music education and music theory/composition, respectively). A multi-instrumentalist, he plays piano, trombone, and organ among numerous other instruments. He's a certified music educator, composer, and freelance music blogger. Music and writing are two of the most important parts of his life.
Joey Valence & Brae, OK | Bangerz N Bopz 🔥
![Joey Valence & Brae, OK: Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 No. 16 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; JVB; Bigshow Lamar Campton, Daniel Duarte, Eduardo López from Pexels; AcatXIo, djexpectations, OpenClipart-Vectors, Thai Zeo from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/joey-valence-brae-ok-bangerz-n-bopz-16-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 16th edition of Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 (2025), we highlight “OK” performed by alternative duo Joey Valence & Brae.
Teddy Pendergrass vs. Kenny Lattimore & Chanté Moore | Head 2 Head
![Teddy Pendergrass vs. Kenny Lattimore & Chanté Moore: Head 2 Head No. 4 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Arista, Sony Music Entertainment; Israel Torres, KoolShooters, Los Muertos Crew, RDNE Stock project, Thomas Ronveaux from Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/teddy-pendergrass-vs-kenny-lattimore-chante-moore-head-2-head-4-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the fourth edition of Head 2 Head (2025), Teddy Pendergrass and Kenny Lattimore x Chanté Moore contend for the best rendition of “Close The Door.”
Whitechapel, Hymns in Dissonance | Bangerz N Bopz 🔥
![Whitechapel, Hymns in Dissonance: Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 No. 15 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Metal Blade; Bigshow Lamar Campton, Daniel Duarte, Eduardo López from Pexels; AcatXIo, djexpectations, OpenClipart-Vectors, Thai Zeo from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/whitechapel-hymns-in-dissonance-bangerz-n-bopz-15-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 15th edition of Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 (2025), we highlight “Hymns in Dissonance” performed by Tennessee death metal band, Whitechapel.
Hush, 當我們談論愛情 (What We Talk About) | Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈
![Hush, 當我們談論愛情 (“What We Talk About”): Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 No. 16 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner/ The Musical Hype; Bin Music International Limited; Elias Souza, Mario Spencer, Mizuno K, from Pexels; All_CC0_Public_domain, CatsWithGlasses, David, ernestflowerss, Kelly, M. Harris, Marek Studzinski, OpenClipart-Vectors, from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/hush-what-we-talk-about-beaming-with-pride-16-2025.jpg?fit=600%2C600&ssl=1)
In the 16th edition of Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 (2025), we highlight the song, “當我們談論愛情” (“What We Talk About”) performed by Hush.
The Stylistics, Payback is a Dog | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
![The Stylistics, Payback is a Dog: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 30 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Amherst; OpenClipart-Vectors, Speedy McVroom from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/the-stylistics-payback-is-a-dog-throwback-vibez-30-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 30th edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “Payback is a Dog” by the legendary Philly soul collective, The Stylistics.
13 Compelling Songs That Ring TRUE | Playlist 🎧
![11 Compelling Songs That Ring TRUE (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; AcatXlo, Агзам Гайсин, Gordon Johnson, mmilos3110900 from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/13-compelling-songs-that-ring-true.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
13 Compelling Songs That Ring TRUE features songs by Ariana Grande, Cyndi Lauper, FLETCHER, Hall & Oates, Morgan Wallen, and PinkPantheress.
blink-182, Adam’s Song | Controversial Songs
![blink-182, Adam’s Song: Controversial Songs No. 8 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Geffen; Tazz Vaughn via Pexels; Elena Arboleda Salas, nikolaytaman90, Tumisu from Pixabay; christian buehner on Unsplash]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/blink-182-adams-song-controversial-songs-8-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the eighth edition of Controversial Songs (2025), we explore the controversy behind the “Adam’s Song” by blink-182.
Linda Ronstadt, You’re No Good | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
![Linda Ronstadt, You’re No Good: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 29 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Capitol ; OpenClipart-Vectors, Speedy McVroom from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/linda-ronstadt-youre-no-good-throwback-vibez-29-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 29th edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “You’re No Good” by Linda Ronstadt.
The-Dream, Panties to the Side | Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥
![The-Dream, Panties to the Side: Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 No. 15 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; The Island Def Jam Music Group; Francesco Ungaro, Hasan Muneer, Natan, Tazz Vaughn from Pexels; AcatXlo, Aristal Branson, Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/the-dream-panties-to-the-side-midnight-heat-15-2025.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 15th edition of Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 (2025), we explore the naughty, sexy vibes behind “Panties to the Side” by The-Dream.
San Cha, Gay | Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈
![San Cha, Gay: Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 No. 15 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner/ The Musical Hype; San Cha; Elias Souza, Mario Spencer, Mizuno K, from Pexels; All_CC0_Public_domain, CatsWithGlasses, David, ernestflowerss, Kelly, M. Harris, Marek Studzinski, OpenClipart-Vectors, from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/san-cha-gay-beaming-with-pride-15-2025.jpg?fit=600%2C600&ssl=1)
In the 15th edition of Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 (2025), we highlight the song, “Gay” performed by queer musician, San Cha.
Bentley Robles & ZEE MACHINE, LOCK ME UP! | Song Review 🎵
![Bentley Robles & ZEE MACHINE, Lock Me Up! [📷: Bentley Robles Music]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/bentley-robles-zee-machine-lock-me-up.jpeg?fit=640%2C640&ssl=1)
Bentley Robles and ZEE MACHINE team up as TEARS & GEARZ on the brief, bright, and entertaining pop single, “LOCK ME UP!”.