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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.
    “Songs That Require Sharp Sight to See, Vol. 2” [Photo Credits: 12Tone Music, 88rising, Atlantic, BMG Rights Management, Capitol, Def Jam, Domino, Interscope, Glassnote, OVO Sound, Pexels, Pixabay, RCA, Sony, Warner Bros.]
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    Songs That Require Sharp Sight to See, Vol. 2 | Playlist 🎧

    “Songs That Require Sharp Sight to See, Vol. 2” features 13 sight-driven songs by AJR, Arctic Monkeys, Childish Gambino, Devin Dawson & PARTYNEXTDOOR.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 29, 2019 ago
    A$AP Ferg, "Floor Seats": The Musical Hype Track Review [Photo Credit: RCA]
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    A$AP Ferg, Floor Seats | Track Review

    East Coast rap standout A$AP Ferg shines on the ‘short, but sweet’ banger, “Floor Seats,” which brilliantly samples The Prodigy. 

    By the musical hype, 7 years ago
    Quality Control, Lil Baby & DaBaby, "Baby": The Musical Hype Track Review [Photo Credits: Quality Control Music / Motown]
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    Quality Control, Lil Baby & DaBaby, Baby | Track Review

    Lil Baby and DaBaby collaborate on the Quality Control single, “Baby,” appearing on the compilation ‘Quality Control: Control the Streets Volume 2.’

    By the musical hype, 7 years ago
    Rich Brian, "Kids": The Musical Hype Track Review [Photo Credits: 88rising / 12Tone Music]
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    Rich Brian, Kids | Track Review

    Indonesian rapper Rich Brian shines on “Kids,” the sleekly-produced second single from his sophomore album, ‘The Sailor.’

    By the musical hype, 7 years ago
    “13 Songs That Feature Elements of Escapism” [Photo Credits: Atlantic, BMG Rights Management, Columbia, Epic, Fueled by Ramen, Interscope, Myylo, Pexels, Pixabay, Roadrunner, Roc-A-Fella, Southeastern, Warner Bros.]
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    13 Songs That Feature Elements of Escapism | Playlist 🎧

    “13 Songs That Feature Elements of Escapism” features music courtesy of Avril Lavigne, Depeche Mode, Jason Isbell, Kanye West, and Michael Jackson.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 25, 2019 ago
    Iggy Azalea, In My Defense: The Musical Hype Album Review [Photo Credits: Bad Dreams / EMPIRE]
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    Iggy Azalea, In My Defense | Album Review 💿

    Bangers are abundant while the lyricism and themes are basic on ‘In My Defense,’ the long-awaited sophomore album by Australian rapper Iggy Azalea.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 24, 2019 ago
    “11 Songs Filled with Satanic Themes” [Photo Credits: American Recordings, Gorgoroth Prod, Interscope, Loma Vista, Metal Blade, Metalhit.com, Nuclear Blast, Peaceville, Pixabay, Rise Above]
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    11 Songs Filled with Satanic Themes | Playlist

    “11 Songs Filled with Satanic Themes” features music courtesy of Behemoth, Bloodbath, Kreator, Marilyn Manson, and Slayer.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 24, 2019 ago
    Alec Benjamin, "Jesus in LA" : The Musical Hype Track Review [Photo Credit: Alec Benjamin]
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    Alec Benjamin, Jesus in LA | Track Review

    “Jesus in LA,” a song depicting the disappointment in finding success in Los Angeles, marks another brilliant song by pop singer/songwriter Alec Benjamin.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 23, 2019 ago
    Bazzi, "I.F.L.Y.": The Musical Hype Track Review [Photo Credit: Bazzi]
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    Bazzi, I.F.L.Y. | Track Review

    Although he gets a bit profane, Bazzi shows off his vocal prowess, as well as the fact that his ‘heart is in the right place’ on the enjoyable “I.F.L.Y.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 23, 2019 ago
    Lil Pump, "Pose to Do" (Ft. French Montana & Quavo): The Musical Hype Track Review [Photo Credit: Warner Bros.]
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    Lil Pump, Pose to Do | Track Review

    Continually uninspired, Lil Pump returns with another forgettable, mediocre, and recycled banger, “Pose to Do,” featuring French Montana and Quavo. 

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 23, 2019 ago
    Sam Smith, "How Do You Sleep?": The Musical Hype Track Review [Photo Credit: Capitol]
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    Sam Smith, How Do You Sleep? | Track Review 🎵

    Grammy-winning British pop artist Sam Smith continues to tackle ‘matters of the heart’ on the sleek, modern-pop single “How Do You Sleep?”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 23, 2019 ago
    Beyoncé, The Lion King: The Gift: The Musical Hype Album Review [Photo Credit: Sony]
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    Beyoncé, The Lion King: The Gift | Album Review 💿

    Beyoncé executive produces ‘The Lion King: The Gift,’ an enjoyable, crowd-pleasing collection that ties in with ‘The Lion King’ and embraces Africa.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsJuly 22, 2019 ago

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