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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.
    Miguel, “Coffee” | Steamy Saturday 💎 [Photo Credits: Andre Beukes, Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Nathanel Love/Family Photo Studio, Pexels, Pixabay, RCA, SilviaP_Design]
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    Miguel, Coffee | Steamy Saturday 💎

    Grammy-winning R&B artist Miguel exemplifies Steamy Saturday, with “Coffee,” a highlight from his 2015 album, WILDHEART. 

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 9, 2020 ago
    J Balvin, “Blanco” | Fun Friday 💎 [Photo Credits: Atlantic, Brent Faulkner, Broesis, The Musical Hype, OmarMedinaFilms, Pixabay, taniarose]
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    J Balvin, Blanco | Fun Friday 💎

    “Blanco,” a fiery, swagger-laden banger by Columbian reggaeton superstar J Balvin is a perfect fit for Fun Friday.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 8, 2020 ago
    A Playlist Comprised of 13 'WHAT' Songs [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pixabay]
    Evergreen

    A Playlist Comprised of 13 ‘What’ Songs | Playlist 🎧

    “A Playlist Comprised of 13 ‘What’ Songs” features songs courtesy of Ali Gatie, Drake, KAYTRANADA, P!nk, and Trivium.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 8, 2020 ago
    MAX, "Missed Calls" (Ft. Hayley Kiyoko) [Photo Credit: Sony]
    Music

    MAX, Missed Calls | Track Review 🎵

    New York pop standout MAX (Max Schneider) enlists fellow pop artist Hayley Kiyoko for the short but sweet “Missed Calls.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 7, 2020 ago
    Lil Uzi Vert, "Sasuki" [Photo Credit: Atlantic]
    Music

    Lil Uzi Vert, Sasuke | Track Review 🎵

    Lil Uzi Vert remains prolific in 2020 dropping the banging single, “Sasuke.” It arrives post-Eternal Atake (Deluxe) – LUV vs. the World 2.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 7, 2020 ago
    Monica, “The First Night” | Throwback Thursday 💎 [Photo Credits: Arista, Brent Faulkner, kalhh, The Musical Hype, Pixabay, Prettysleepy]
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    Monica, The First Night | Throwback Thursday 💎

    This Throwback Thursday, we travel back to 1998 with Monica and her captivating ‘first’ song, “The First Night.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 7, 2020 ago
    11 Number Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Pexels, Pixabay]
    Evergreen

    11 Number Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason | Playlist 🎧

    “11 Number Songs Selected with No Rhyme or Reason” features music from Alec Benjamin, Arctic Monkeys, Britney Spears, Khalid and Kiana Ledé.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 7, 2020 ago
    Brett Young, "Lady" [Photo Credit: Big Machine]
    Music

    Brett Young, Lady | Track Review 🎵

    Brett Young releases a meaningful, sentimental, and thoughtful record with “Lady,” which pays ode to his daughter and wife.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 6, 2020 ago
    Machine Gun Kelly, "Bloody Valentine" [Photo Credits: Epic / Bad Boy]
    Music

    Machine Gun Kelly, Bloody Valentine | Track Review 🎵

    Machine Gun Kelly the ‘vocalist’ drops the throwback, “Blood Valentine,” set to appear on his forthcoming album, Tickets to My Downfall.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 6, 2020 ago
    Trey Songz, "Back Home" (Ft. Summer Walker) [Photo Credit: Atlantic]
    Music

    Trey Songz, Back Home | Track Review 🎵

    Trey Songz, assisted by Summer Walker, delivers an enjoyable and relatable R&B single, “Back Home,” which depicts a love-hate relationship.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 6, 2020 ago
    Drake, Dark Lane Demo Tape [Photo Credits: OVO / Republic]
    Album 💿

    Drake, Dark Lane Demo Tapes | Album Review 💿

    On his first project of 2020, Drake releases yet another mixtape, Dark Lane Demo Tapes, which ends up having its share of moments.

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 6, 2020 ago
    The Black Dahlia Murder, “The Leather Apron’s Scorn” | Wacky Wednesday 💎 [Photo Credits: alehidalgo, Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Metal Blade, Pixabay, taniarose]
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    The Black Dahlia Murder, The Leather Apron’s Scorn | Wacky Wednesday

    The Black Dahlia Murder makes Wacky Wednesday truly captivating with the unsettling, serial killer inspired “The Leather Apron’s Scorn.”

    By the musical hype, 6 yearsMay 6, 2020 ago

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