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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.
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    Zero 9:36, The End | Track Review 🎵

    Zero 9:36 (Matthew Cullen) brings ample energy and quite the vibe on his aggressive, confident rap-rock single, “The End.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 14, 2020 ago
    YEBBA, "Distance" [Photo Credit: RCA]
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    YEBBA, Distance | Track Review 🎵

    Rising pop singer YEBBA, already a Grammy winner, shines on her first single of 2020, “Distance,” set to appear on her debut album.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 14, 2020 ago
    Getting to Know... Catalysis [Photo Credits: Catalysis, Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype]
    Columns

    Getting to Know… Catalysis | Interview 🎤

    On the 79th interview in the ‘Getting to Know’ series, The Musical Hype gets the scoop on Scottish metal collective, Catalysis.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 14, 2020 ago
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    Columns

    Pink Floyd, Comfortably Numb | Throwback Thursday 💎

    This Throwback Thursday, we travel back to 1979 with Pink Floyd and the famous ‘numbing’ classic from The Wall, “Comfortably Numb.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 14, 2020 ago
    Day 3: Max Frost, “Back in the Summer” [Photo Credits: Atlantic, Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pixabay]
    30-Day Song Challenge

    Day 3: Max Frost, Back in the Summer | 30-Day Song Challenge 🎶

    Max Frost brings those reminiscent, summery vibes on Day 3 of the 30-Day Song Challenge with “Back in the Summer.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 13, 2020 ago
    For KING & COUNTRY, Tori Kelly & Kirk Franklin, "TOGETHER" [Photo Credit: Curb]
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    For KING & COUNTRY, TOGETHER | Track Review 🎵

    Grammy-winning Christian artists For KING & COUNTRY, Tori Kelly & Kirk Franklin join forces for the hopeful, unifying single, “TOGETHER.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 13, 2020 ago
    Luke Combs, "Six Feet Apart" [Photo Credit: Sony Music Entertainment]
    Music

    Luke Combs, Six Feet Apart | Track Review 🎵

    Country superstar Luke Combs delivers the perfect pandemic song, “Six Feet Apart,” that speaks to devastating times & looks towards recovery.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 13, 2020 ago
    Ben Platt, "So Will I" [Photo Credit: Atlantic]
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    Ben Platt, So Will I | Track Review 🎵

    Actor and singer Ben Platt delivers the perfect song, “So Will I,” for times such as these – the devastating coronavirus pandemic.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 13, 2020 ago
    Sia, "Saved My Life" [Photo Credit: RCA]
    Music

    Sia, Saved My Life | Track Review 🎵

    Sia delivers an authentic vocal performance on the thoughtful, uplifting single, “Saved My Life,” co-written by Dua Lipa and Greg Kurstin.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 13, 2020 ago
    Scissor Sisters, “Take Your Mama” | Wacky Wednesday 💎 [Photo Credits: alehidalgo, Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pixabay, Polydor, taniarose]
    Columns

    Scissor Sisters, Take Your Mama | Wacky Wednesday 💎

    On a throwback Wacky Wednesday, Scissor Sisters intrigue with their classic, “Take Your Mama,” a notable coming out anthem from the aughts.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 13, 2020 ago
    Songs That Capture & Embody the Pandemic, Vol. 2 [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pixabay]
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    Songs That Capture & Embody the Pandemic, Vol. 2 | Playlist 🎧

    “Songs That Capture & Embody the Pandemic, Vol. 2” features Alicia Keys, Ariana Grande + Justin Bieber, Luke Combs & The Rolling Stones.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 13, 2020 ago
    Day 2: Britney Spears, “3” (30-Day Song Challenge) [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, Jive, The Musical Hype, Pexels, RCA]
    30-Day Song Challenge

    Day 2: Britney Spears, 3 | 30-Day Song Challenge 🎶

    Britney Spears brings sex front and center on Day 2 of the 30-Day Song Challenge with the fun, irresistible, and totally naughty “3.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 12, 2020 ago

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