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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.
    Francois Klark, Run © Francois Klark
    Music

    Francois Klark, ‘Run’ | Track Review

    After awe-inspiring with his 2017 debut single, “Spaceman,” Canadian singer-songwriter and producer Francois Klark returns with alluring follow-up single, “Run.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 26, 2018 ago
    5 Seconds of Summer, Youngblood © Capitol
    Music

    5 Seconds of Summer, ‘Want You Back’ | Track Review

    5 Seconds of Summer make their high-anticipated return with single “Want You Back.” Ultimately, it’s a respectable return, but no revolutionary.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 26, 2018 ago
    Post Malone, Psycho © Republic
    Music

    Post Malone, ‘Psycho’ | Track Review

    Fresh off of his “rockstar” success, Post Malone has more pop-rap gold on his hands with “Psycho,” featuring the ever-popular collaboration king, Ty Dolla $ign.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 26, 2018 ago
    Cole Swindle, Break Up in the End © Warner Bros.
    Music

    Cole Swindell, ‘Break Up in the End’ | Track Review

    Georgia country artist Cole Swindell returns with a beautiful, well-performed, if predictable new single, “Break Up in the End.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 26, 2018 ago
    Kacey Musgraves, Golden Hour [📷: MCA Nashville]
    Music

    Kacey Musgraves, ‘Butterflies’ | Track Review

    Kacey Musgraves doesn’t miss a beat following a three-year hiatus. Single “Butterflies” kicks off the promo campaign for her third album, ‘Golden Hour’ superbly.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 26, 2018 ago
    Evergreen

    14 Crime-Filled, Criminal Songs | Playlist

    ‘14 Crime-Filled, Criminal Songs’ features songs with either the world ‘crime’ or ‘criminal’ in their song title. Features artists on the list include Britney Spears, Lil Dicky, and Miguel.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 26, 2018 ago
    Parker Matthews, Hit and Run © Matthew Paul Lang
    Music

    Parker Matthews, ‘Hit and Run’ | Track Review

    Pittsburgh-bred, Los Angeles-based, pop musician Parker Matthews showcases immense potential on single, “Hit and Run.” Clearly, he’s on an upward trajectory.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 23, 2018 ago
    3 Favorites from first 3 Jazmine Sullivan Albums © J Records, RCA
    Evergreen

    3 Favorites from the First 3 Jazmine Sullivan Albums | Playlist

    “Bust Your Windows,” “10 Seconds,” and “Forever Don’t Last” rank among favorites from the first three albums by standout R&B contralto, Jazmine Sullivan. 

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 23, 2018 ago
    Best Song from Each Chrisette Michele Album © Def Jam / Rich Hipster
    Evergreen

    The Best Song from Each Chrisette Michele Album | Playlist

    Six albums into her career – Five full-length albums and one extended play – we examine the best song from each project of R&B artist Chrisette Michele.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 23, 2018 ago
    23 'Blame' Songs That Will Rock Your Socks Off (Big Machine)
    Evergreen

    23 ‘Blame’ Songs That Will Rock Your Socks Off | Playlist

    The title speaks for itself.  “23 ‘Blame’ Songs That Will Rock Your Socks Off” is comprised of 23 songs that feature the word ‘blame’ in their title.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 23, 2018 ago
    Marlon Williams, Make Way for Love [📷: Dead Oceans]
    Album 💿

    Marlon Williams, Make Way for Love | Musical Wrap-Up

    ‘Music Wrap-Up’ collects the coverage (links) on an album, artist, project, or otherwise, into one easily accessible document. After reviewing two singles from ‘Make Way for Love,’ the sophomore album by Marlon Williams, as well as reviewing album itself, we’ve compartmentalized our coverage into one place.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 23, 2018 ago
    Aaron Carter, LøVë [📷: Sony]
    Album 💿

    Aaron Carter, LøVë | Album Review

    After releasing ‘LøVë’ as a five-song EP in February 2017, former teen heartthrob Aaron Carter returns with the full-length, 14-track album.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 22, 2018 ago

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