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        • Album 💿Albums & 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. = MASTERPIECE = NEAR MASTERPIECE = EXCELLENT = VERY GOOD = AVERAGE / GOOD = BELOW AVERAGE = MEDIOCRE , , , = BAD
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    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.
    15 'A' Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pixabay]
    Evergreen

    15 ‘A’ Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason | Playlist 🎧

    “15 ‘A’ Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason” features music by Demi Lovato, Ledisi, Maluma, The Strokes & The Weeknd.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 5, 2020 ago
    Marshmello, "Be Kind" (with Halsey) [Photo Credit: Joytime Collective]
    Music

    Marshmello, Be Kind | Track Review 🎵

    Hella popular DJ/producer Marshmello enlists ubiquitous alt-pop singer/songwriter Halsey for one excellent single, “Be Kind.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 4, 2020 ago
    Doja Cat, "Say So" (Ft. Nicki Minaj) [Photo Credits: Kemosabe / RCA]
    Music

    Doja Cat, Say So (Remix) | Track Review 🎵

    Doja Cat enlists Grammy-nominated rapper Nicki Minaj for an enjoyable, infectious, and satisfying remix of her hit single, “Say So.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 4, 2020 ago
    John Legend, "Bigger Love" [Photo Credit: Columbia]
    Music

    John Legend, Bigger Love | Track Review 🎵

    On “Bigger Love,” Grammy-winning R&B singer/songwriter John Legend flirts with a more modern pop sound with moderately successful results. 

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 4, 2020 ago
    Megan Thee Stallion, "Savage Remix" (Ft. Beyoncé) [Photo Credit: 300 Entertainment]
    Music

    Megan Thee Stallion, Savage Remix | Track Review 🎵

    Unapologetic rapper Megan Thee Stallion enlists Grammy-winner Beyoncé for a fiery remix of “Savage,” her megahit from Suga.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 4, 2020 ago
    Ricky Dillard, Choirmaster [Photo Credit: Motown Gospel]
    Album 💿

    Ricky Dillard, Choirmaster | Album Review 💿

    Grammy-nominated gospel standout Ricky Dillard delivers a compelling, meaningful, and spiritually rewarding experience with Choirmaster.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 4, 2020 ago
    Joyner Lucas, “Devil’s Work” | Mad Monday 💎 [Photo Credits: Alexis, Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pixabay, Robin Higgins, taniarose, Tumisu]
    Columns

    Joyner Lucas, Devil’s Work | Mad Monday 💎

    Joyner Lucas has bone to pick with God on this week’s Mad Monday song, “Devil’s Work,” from his debut album, ADHD. 

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 4, 2020 ago
    16 'R' Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pexels, Pixabay]
    Evergreen

    16 ‘R’ Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason | Playlist 🎧

    “16 R Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason” features music by Arizona Zervas, Fiona Apple, Gregory Porter, Joji, Juice WRLD & Selena Gomez. 

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 4, 2020 ago
    Weekly Gems No. 5: Week of 4-27-2020 [Photo Credits: Atlantic, Brent Faulkner, Dead Oceans, Epic, Jagjaguwar, KTR, The Musical Hype, Pexels, Pixabay]
    Columns

    Weekly Gems 💎 No. 5: Week of 4-27-2020 | Playlist 🎧

    WEEKLY GEMS NO. 5: WEEK OF 4-27-2020 features music courtesy of Fiona Apple, Kelly Rowland & Wallows among others.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 3, 2020 ago
    Marlon Williams, “Love is a Terrible Thing” | Somber Sunday 💎 [Photo Credits: Andre Beukes, Brent Faulkner, Dead Oceans, The Musical Hype, Pixabay, Stock Snap]
    Columns

    Marlon Williams, Love is a Terrible Thing | Somber Sunday 💎

    Marlon Williams helps Somber Sunday live up to its name exploring the plight of love on “Love is a Terrible Thing,” from Make Way for Love.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 3, 2020 ago
    Kelly Rowland, “Coffee” | Steamy Saturday 💎 [Photo Credits: Andre Beukes, Brent Faulkner, KTR, The Musical Hype, Nathanel Love/Family Photo Studio, Pexels, Pixabay, SilviaP_Design]
    Columns

    Kelly Rowland, Coffee | Steamy Saturday 💎

    Grammy-winning R&B artist Kelly Rowland exemplifies Steamy Saturday, with the short, but sexy single, “Coffee.”  

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 2, 2020 ago
    James Blake "You're Too Precious" [Photo Credit: Polydor]
    Music

    James Blake, You’re Too Precious | Track Review 🎵

    Grammy and Mercury Prize winning British musician James Blake delivers another intriguing record with “You’re Too Precious.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 1, 2020 ago

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