Rita Ora, Phoenix | Album Review
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Following a lengthy hiatus between albums, Rita Ora delivers an enjoyable, well-rounded, and much-better-than-anticipated sophomore album in ‘Phoenix.’
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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.
13 Songs Somewhat Related to Weather | Playlist
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“13 Songs Somewhat Related to Weather” features music courtesy of Cannibal Corpse, JMSN, Kali Uchis, Kane Brown, and Panic! At the Disco.
Getting to Know…JJ Friends | Interview
For Interview #13 of the ‘Getting to Know’ series, The Musical Hype taps Barcelona hard rock band JJ Friends for the scoop.
Sam Fender, ‘Poundshop Kardashians’ | Track Review
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British singer/songwriter Sam Fender shines on single “Poundshop Kardashians” thanks to energetic production work and socially-charged songwriting.
Vic Mensa, ‘Dark Things’ | Track Review
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Despite bringing some darkness and energy on single “Dark Things,” Chicago rapper Vic Mensa misses the mark, amplified by an overabundance of autotune.
K. Michelle, ‘Save Me’ | Track Review
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‘Rough around the edges’ R&B musician K. Michelle keeps things clean, delivering an authentic, powerful, heartbroken ballad with “Save Me.”
Mike Posner, ‘Stuck in the Middle’ | Track Review
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Grammy-nominated pop artist Mike Posner brings folk-pop, electronic & world music vibes on “Stuck in the Middle,” an advance single from his 2019 LP.
11 Songs All About Her Majesty, The Queen | Playlist
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“11 Songs All About her Majesty, The Queen” features music courtesy of Coheed and Cambria, Jessi J, Shawn Mendes, and Thunderpussy among others.
Getting to Know…Wildheart | Interview
For Interview #12 of the ‘Getting to Know’ series, The Musical Hype gets the scoop on Australian five-piece melodic hardcore band, Wildheart.
Weezer, ‘Zombie Bastards’ | Track Review
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Continuing a strong promo campaign for their 2019 album (‘Weezer (Black Album)’), Weezer drops a colorfully-titled second advance single, “Zombie Bastards.”
Meek Mill, ‘Oodles O’ Noodles Babies’ | Track Review
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Ahead of his highly-anticipated ‘Championships’ album, Philadelphia rapper Meek Mill dropped an honest, personal single, “Oodles O’ Noodles Babies.”
Various Artists, The Greatest Showman: Reimagined | Album Review
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Much like the film & original soundtrack, ‘The Greatest Showman: Reimagined’ is a crowd-pleasing compilation album comprised of today’s biggest pop artists.