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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.
    Nikki Giron, Granted [Photo Credit: Nikki Giron]
    Music

    Nikki Giron, ‘Granted’ | Track Review

    Rising Denver, Colorado singer, songwriter, and saxophonist Nikki Giron showcases incredible musicianship on her thoughtful, soulful single, “Granted.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 14, 2018 ago
    13 Superb Gospel-Tinged Songs [Photo Credits: BMG Rights Management, Columbia, Pixabay, Republic, Sub Pop]
    Evergreen

    13 Superb Gospel-Tinged Secular Songs | Playlist

    “13 Superb Gospel-Tinged Secular Songs” features music by Ariana Grande, Father John Misty, Florence + The Machine, Hozier, Kanye West & Lenny Kravitz.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 14, 2018 ago
    Russ, Zoo [Photo Credit: Columbia]
    Album 💿

    Russ, ZOO | Album Review

    Despite throwing in a couple of features, Russ delivers an underwhelming sophomore LP with ‘Zoo,’ which is devoid of innovative spirit.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 13, 2018 ago
    Hozier, Nina Cried Power (EP) [📷: Rubyworks / Columbia]
    Album 💿

    Hozier, Nina Cried Power (EP) | Album Review

    Four years after his breakthrough debut album, Irish singer/songwriter Hozier returns with a strong four-song EP, ‘Nina Cried Power.’

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 13, 2018 ago
    10 Songs That Get LOW [Photo Credits: BMG Rights Management, Capitol, Pixabay, RCA, Republic, Sony]
    Evergreen

    10 Songs That Get Low | Playlist 🎧

    “10 Songs That Get Low” features ‘low’ music courtesy of Ezra Furman, Future, Jon Bellion, and Lenny Kravitz among others.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 13, 2018 ago
    Atreyu, In Our Wake [Photo Credit: Spinefarm]
    Music

    Atreyu, ‘In Our Wake’ | Track Review

    Orange County, Cali metalcore band Atreyu returns with “In Our Wake,” the promo single from their seventh studio album of the same name.

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 12, 2018 ago
    Jeremy Zucker, comethru [Photo Credit: Republic]
    Music

    Jeremy Zucker, comethru | Track Review 🎵

    New Jersey-bred pop musician Jeremy Zucker showcases tremendous potential on his simple, yet effective, relatable single, “comethru.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 12, 2018 ago
    Lenny Kravitz, Raise Vibration [📷: BMG Rights Management]
    Album 💿

    Lenny Kravitz, Raise Vibration | Album Review 💿

    Following a four-year hiatus, Grammy-winning rock musician Lenny Kravitz returns with his 11th studio album, ‘Raise Vibration.’

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 12, 2018 ago
    SaNTINO, Boobjob [Photo Credit: SaNTINO]
    Music

    SaNTINO, ‘Boobjob’ | Track Review

    UK producer SaNTINO manages to both shock and impress on his risqué, sexually-charged, throwback single, “Boobjob.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 11, 2018 ago
    Andy Black, My Way [Photo Credit: Republic]
    Music

    Andy Black, ‘My Way’ | Track Review

    Andy Black – aka Andy Biersack, frontman of Black Veil Brides – returns with his first solo single since his debut album, ‘The Shadow Side,’ “My Way.”

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 11, 2018 ago
    Atmosphere, Mi Vida Local [Photo Credit: Rhymesayers Entertainment]
    Music

    Atmosphere, ‘Virgo’ | Track Review

    Veteran underground hip-hop duo Atmosphere returns with “Virgo,” the promo single from the duo’s ninth studio album, ‘Mi Vida Local.’

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 11, 2018 ago
    Silk City & Dua Lipa, Electricity [Photo Credits: Columbia / Sony UK]
    Music

    Silk City & Dua Lipa, ‘Electricity’ | Track Review

    Silk City (Mark Ronson and Diplo), alongside Dua Lipa, bring a house-infused, energetic, sexy single in “Electricity” that’s a lift to any playlist. 

    By the musical hype, 7 yearsSeptember 11, 2018 ago

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