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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.
    Michael Jackson x Mark Ronson: Diamonds are Invincible [Photo Credits: Epic, MJJ Productions]
    Music

    Michael Jackson x Mark Ronson, ‘Diamonds are Invincible’ | Track Review

    While it might’ve sounded good on paper, and some ideas aren’t too shabby, “Michael Jackson x Mark Ronson: Diamonds are Invincible” is unfortunate.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsSeptember 3, 2018 ago
    Kanye West, XTCY [Photo Credits: GOOD, Def Jam]
    Music

    Kanye West, ‘XTCY’ | Track Review

    Kanye West continues to struggle to find his footing on his previously unreleased single “XTCY.” While it’s been ‘freed,’ perhaps it shouldn’t have been.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsSeptember 3, 2018 ago
    Troye Sivan, Bloom [📷: Capitol]
    Album 💿

    Troye Sivan, Bloom | Album Review

    23-year old South African-born Aussie pop artist Troye Sivan returns with a tight, authentic sophomore album with ‘Bloom.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsSeptember 3, 2018 ago
    11 Songs About the Sun, Sunshine or Sunniness [Photo Credits: Atlantic, BMG Rights Management, Capitol Nashville, Island, Loma Vista, Pixabay, Prospect Park, Republic]
    Evergreen

    11 Songs About the Sun, Sunshine, or Sunniness | Playlist

    “11 Songs About the Sun, Sunshine, or Sunniness” features music courtesy of Alice in Chains, Death Cab for Cutie, Jack Harlow, and Luke Bryan.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsSeptember 3, 2018 ago
    11 Songs Fueled by Money [Photo Credits: Atlantic, Boys in Jeans, Pixabay, RCA]
    Evergreen

    11 Songs Fueled by Money | Playlist

    “11 Songs Fueled by Money” features money-centric music courtesy of Bleachers, Cardi B, Future, Rihanna, and Ryan Beatty among others.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 31, 2018 ago
    Twenty One Pilots, Trench [📷 : Fueled by Ramen]
    Music

    Twenty One Pilots, ‘My Blood’ | Track Review

    Grammy-winning alternative duo Twenty One Pilots returns with “My Blood,” the fourth single from their highly-anticipated fifth album, ‘Trench.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 30, 2018 ago
    Alice in Chains, Rainier Fog [Photo Credit: BMG Rights Management]
    Album 💿

    Alice in Chains, Rainier Fog | Album Review

    Iconic rock band Alice in Chains returns with their highly-anticipated sixth studio album, ‘Rainier Fog.’ The project doesn’t disappoint in the least.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 30, 2018 ago
    11 Songs that Center Around Sleep [Photo Credits: 4AD, Big Machine, Pixabay, RCA]
    Evergreen

    11 Songs That Center Around Sleep | Playlist

    “11 Songs That Center Around Sleep” features music courtesy of Brett Young, Chris Brown, Jason Mraz, and The National among others.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 30, 2018 ago
    Alec Benjamin, Death of a Hero [Photo Credit: Alec Benjamin]
    Music

    Alec Benjamin, ‘Death of a Hero’ | Track Review

    Rising pop singer/songwriter Alec Benjamin delivers a tour de force with his authentic, superbly written single, “Death of a Hero.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 29, 2018 ago
    Columns

    Ariana Grande Sweetens Her Way to No. 1 | Chart Happenings

    Ariana Grande (‘Sweetener’) and Drake (“In My Feelings”) represent the biggest charts happenings on Chart Happenings #7.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 29, 2018 ago
    11 Songs That Are Incredibly Sweet [Photo Credits: Pixabay, Republic]
    Evergreen

    11 Songs That Are Incredibly Sweet | Playlist

    “11 Songs That are Incredibly Sweet” includes music courtesy of Ariana Grande, Frank Ocean, Harry Styles, and Maroon 5 among others.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 29, 2018 ago
    Nick Jonas & Robin Schulz, Right Now [Photo Credit: Island]
    Music

    Nick Jonas & Robin Schulz, ‘Right Now’ | Track Review

    Pop artist Nick Jonas and German DJ/producer Robin Schulz make an awesome team on their danceable new single, “Right Now.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 28, 2018 ago

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