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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.
    Kyle Reynolds, The Real Thing [Photo Credit: Kyle Reynolds]
    Music

    Kyle Reynolds, ‘The Real Thing’ | Track Review

    If you haven’t already heard or heard of pop singer/songwriter Kyle Reynolds, get to know him.  He shines on the thoughtful new single, “The Real Thing.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 27, 2018 ago
    Leaving Eden, Descending [Photo Credit: Dark Star]
    Columns

    Getting to Know…Leaving Eden | Interview

    Want to get to know the Boston Massachusetts, female-fronted rock/metal band Leaving Eden? Brent Faulkner interviews the band’s co-founder, Eric.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 26, 2018 ago
    Kesha, Here Comes the Change [Photo Credit: Kemosabe]
    Music

    Kesha, ‘Here Comes the Change’ | Track Review

    Kesha delivers a well-rounded, socially- conscious single with “Here Comes the Change,” which appears on the ‘On the Basis of Sex’ soundtrack.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 26, 2018 ago
    Josh Groban, Bridges [📷: Reprise]
    Album 💿

    Josh Groban, Bridges | Album Review

    One of the most consistent artists in the game, Josh Groban maintains his superb musicianship throughout the course of ‘Bridges.’

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 26, 2018 ago
    13 Truly Killer Songs [Photo Credits: Geffen, Interscope, Loma Vista, Pixabay, Virgin]
    Evergreen

    13 Truly Killer Songs | Playlist

    13 Truly Killer Songs features music courtesy of Eminem, Kali Uchis, Kanye West, Shinedown, and YUNGBLUD among many others.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 26, 2018 ago
    Avril Lavigne, Head Above Water [Photo Credit: BMG Rights Management]
    Music

    Avril Lavigne, Head Above Water | Track Review 🎵

    Avril Lavigne delivers the most authentic, personal single of her career with “Head Above Water,” inspired by her battle with Lyme Disease.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 25, 2018 ago
    HRVY, I Wish You Were Here [Photo Credit: Virgin]
    Music

    HRVY, ‘I Wish You Were Here’ | Track Review

    Rising British pop musician HRVY returns with a relatable, love-yearning single, “I Wish You Were Here.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 25, 2018 ago
    Rita Ora, Phoenix [📷 : Atlantic]
    Music

    Rita Ora, ‘Let You Love Me’ | Track Review

    In advance of her sophomore album, ‘Phoenix,’ Rita Ora drops an enjoyable, if only quasi-memorable single, “Let You Love Me.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 25, 2018 ago
    Tyler, the Creator, Peach Fuzz [Photo Credit: Columbia]
    Music

    Tyler, the Creator, ‘Peach Fuzz’ | Track Review

    Although “Peach Fuzz” is short in length in a number of ways, Tyler, the Creator continues to serve up some worthwhile bars.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 25, 2018 ago
    11 Songs Where the Hate Is Real [Photo Credits: Black River Entertainment, Pixabay]
    Evergreen

    11 Songs Where the Hate is Real | Playlist

    “11 Songs Where the Hate is Real” features music courtesy of 21 Savage, The Chainsmokers, Gnash, Kelsea Ballerini, and Korn among others.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 25, 2018 ago
    Lil Uzi Vert, New Patek [Photo Credit: Atlantic]
    Music

    Lil Uzi Vert, ‘New Patek’ | Track Review

    Lil Uzi Vert shows promise on his ultra-lux single “New Patek.” Still, it has its flaws, including a long run time, misogynistic overkill, and rap clichés.   

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 24, 2018 ago
    The Chainsmokers, Sick Boy...This Feeling [Photo Credits: Disruptor / Columbia]
    Music

    The Chainsmokers, ‘This Feeling’ | Track Review

    The Chainsmokers tap an unlikely collaborator in country artist Kelsea Ballerini for their single, “This Feeling.” The results are a pleasant surprise.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 24, 2018 ago

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