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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.
    Wiz Khalifa, Real Rich [PHOTO CREDIT: Atlantic]
    Music

    Wiz Khalifa, ‘Real Rich’ | Track Review

    On the brief single “Real Rich,” Wiz Khalifa, assisted by Gucci Mane, recycle the same old rap clichés without transcending beyond them in the least.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Michael Ray, Amos © Warner Music Nashville
    Music

    Michael Ray, ‘Get to You’ | Track Review

    Florida country singer Michael Ray shines on “Get to You,” originally released in 2017, appearing on his sophomore album, ‘Amos.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Charlie Puth, Voicenotes [📷: Atlantic / Artist Partner Group]
    Music

    Charlie Puth, ‘The Way I Am’ | Track Review

    Charlie Puth releases a sixth advance single from his sophomore album, “The Way I Am.” “The Way I Am” serves as the opener for the long-awaited ‘Voicenotes.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Troye Sivan, Bloom © Capitol
    LGBTQ

    Troye Sivan, ‘Bloom’ | Track Review

    Alternative pop sensation Troye Sivan sings about sex meaningfully on “Bloom,” presumably the third single from his forthcoming, sophomore album.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Christina Aguilera, Liberation [📷: RCA]
    Music

    Christina Aguilera, ‘Accelerate’ | Track Review

    After a six-year hiatus, Christina Aguilera returns with a new single, “Accelerate,” featuring Ty Dolla $ign and 2 Chainz. “Accelerate” serves as the promo single for the highly-anticipated ‘Liberation.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Shawn Mendes, Shawn Mendes [📷: Island]
    Music

    Shawn Mendes, Youth | Track Review 🎵

    Teen pop heartthrob Shawn Mendes announces his self-titled third album & releases his third single, “Youth,” featuring Khalid.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Nick Talos, Hey Gorgeous [PHOTO CREDIT: Virgin]
    Music

    Nick Talos, ‘Hey Gorgeous’ | Track Review

    German musician/producer Nick Talos assembles an enjoyable, fun dance single with “Hey Gorgeous,” featuring the smooth vocals of singer Mitchl.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Sweet 6Teen: 16 Teenage Songs [Photo Credits: Capitol, Mercury, Pixabay, RCA]
    Evergreen

    Sweet 6Teen: 16 Teenage Songs | Playlist 🎧

    Playlist “Sweet 6Teen: 16 Teenage Songs” features music courtesy of Drake, Katy Perry, Khalid, My Chemical Romance, and Nirvana among many others.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 7, 2018 ago
    Music

    Payson Lewis, ‘Bad Influence’ | Track Review

    Rising, Philly-bred pop musician Payson Lewis keeps the momentum rolling on his exuberant second single, “Bad Influence.”  

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 4, 2018 ago
    The Internet, Roll (Burbank Funk) © Columbia
    Music

    The Internet, ‘Roll (Burbank Funk)’ | Track Review

    Grammy-nominated R&B collective The Internet returns after a two-year hiatus with the hella infectious “Roll (Burbank Funk),” where Steve Lacy handles the lead vocals.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 4, 2018 ago
    Michl, I'd Do It All Again © Michl
    Music

    Michl, ‘I’d Do It All Again’ | Track Review

    Rising Riverside, Cali alt-pop artist Michl shines on his short, sweet, and mysterious-sounding single, “I’d Do It All Again.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 4, 2018 ago
    10 Rap Songs Associated with the Trap [Photo Credits: Def Jam, Epic, Pixabay, RCA]
    Evergreen

    10 Rap Songs Associated with the Trap | Playlist

    Among artists with songs appearing on the playlist “10 Rap Songs Associated with the Trap” are 2 Chainz, A$AP Ferg, and Future.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMay 4, 2018 ago

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