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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.
    Jaden Smith, Ghost [Photo Credit: Roc Nation]
    Music

    Jaden Smith, ‘GHOST’ | Track Review

    According to young rapper/actor Jaden Smith, he’s a “GHOST” on his brief, confident new single, produced by Christian Rich, FNZ, and OmArr.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    Rick Ross, Green Gucci Suit [Photo Credit: Epic]
    Music

    Rick Ross, ‘Green Gucci Suit’ | Track Review

    Channeling his ‘inner Lil Pump,’ Miami rapper Rick Ross delivers a brand-new flex track, “Green Gucci Suit,” assisted by Future. 

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    Florence + The Machine, High as Hope [📷: Virgin]
    Music

    Florence + The Machine, ‘Big God’ | Track Review

    Struggling with the aftermath of being ‘ghosted,’ Florence + The Machine frontwoman Florence Welch is in need of a “Big God” to fulfill the missing love.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    Years & Years, Palo Santo [📷: Polydor]
    Music

    Years & Years, Palo Santo | Track Review 🎵

    British electronic collective Years & Years build buzz for their sophomore album, Palo Santo with their third advance single, “Palo Santo.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    Meghan Trainor, Treat Myself [Photo Credit: Epic]
    Music

    Meghan Trainor, ‘All the Ways’ | Track Review

    Four singles into the promo campaign for her third studio LP, Treat Myself, Meghan Trainor is still searching for a hit. “All the Ways” isn’t it.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    Demi Lovato, Sober [Photo Credit: Island]
    Music

    Demi Lovato, ‘Sober’ | Track Review

    Pop standout Demi Lovato returns with an honest, moving new single, “Sober,” where she both reveals and apologizes for the fact that she’s no longer sober.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    Panic! At the Disco, Pray for the Wicked [📷:: Fueled by Ramen]
    Album 💿

    Panic! At the Disco, Pray for the Wicked | Album Review 💿

    Panic! At the Disco returns with its highly-anticipated sixth studio album, ‘Pray for the Wicked.’ Imperfect, it still musters up some great moments.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    13 Songs Chocked-Full of Change [Photo Credits: Atlantic, Interscope, Pixabay, RCA, Triple Tigers]
    Evergreen

    13 Songs Chocked-Full of Changes | Playlist

    Artists providing the soundtrack for “13 Songs Chocked-Full of Changes” include A$AP Rocky, Charlie Puth, Five Finger Death Punch, H.E.R., and Lana Del Rey.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 25, 2018 ago
    Spencer Sutherland, Tell Me [Photo Credit: Spencer Sutherland / NEC]
    Music

    Spencer Sutherland, ‘Tell Me’ | Track Review

    Spencer Sutherland, a rising urban-pop singer from Ohio, continues to exhibit ample potential on “Tell Me,” his second single of 2018.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 22, 2018 ago
    Ariana Grande, Sweetener [📷: Republic]
    Music

    Ariana Grande, ‘The Light is Coming’ | Track Review

    Upon announcing her fourth studio album ‘Sweetener,’ Ariana Grande, assisted by Nicki Minaj, dropped a left-field, second single, “The Light is Coming.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 22, 2018 ago
    53 LGBTQ Songs That Beam With Pride
    Evergreen

    53 LGBTQ Songs That Beam With Pride | Playlist

    Ezra Furman, Janelle Monáe, Troye Sivan, Sam Smith, and Years & Years are just a few of the musicians appearing on “53 LGBTQ Songs That Beam with Pride.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 22, 2018 ago
    Yungblud, 21st Century Liability [📷: Geffen]
    Music

    YUNGBLUD, ‘California’ | Track Review

    Rising 19-year old British alternative artist YUNGBLUD continues to impress on “California,” the third single from his forthcoming full-length debut LP.  

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJune 21, 2018 ago

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