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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.
    Tory Lanez, Memories Don't Die [Photo Credit: Interscope]
    Music

    Tory Lanez, Memories Don’t Die | Album Review 💿

    Canadian rapper/singer Tory Lanez shows improvement on Memories Don’t Die, but still lacks artistic distinction and overplays clichés.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 7, 2018 ago
    11 Songs That Are Nothing Short of a 'Wreck'
    Evergreen

    11 Songs That Are Nothing Short of a ‘Wreck’ | Playlist

    “11 Songs That Are Nothing Short of a ‘Wreck'” features songs with the world ‘wreck’ in their title, courtesy of Big Sean, Florence + The Machine, Miley Cyrus and many more.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 7, 2018 ago
    Gucci Mane, Solitare © Atlantic
    Music

    Gucci Mane, ‘Solitaire’ | Track Review

    The ever-prolific, southern rapper Gucci Mane, assisted by two of three Migos and Lil Yachty, drops a brief banger with “Solitaire.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    The Neighbourhood © Columbia
    Music

    The Neighbourhood, ‘Nervous’ | Track Review

    Jesse Rutherford and The Neighbourhood continue to deliver honest and reflective lyrics on “Nervous,” the second promo single from their self-titled, third studio album.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    Tech N9ne, Planet [📷: Strange Music]
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    Tech N9ne, Planet | Album Review

    Veteran Kansas City Rapper Tech N9ne remains captivating and incredibly consistent on his 20th album, ‘Planet.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    Carlos Vara, Numb © Carlos Vara
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    Carlos Vara, ‘Numb’ | Track Review

    Rising pop-soul newcomer Carlos Vara knocks it out of the park with his fresh, yet soulful debut single, “Numb.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Tearing at the Seams © Stax
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    Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, ‘Coolin’ Out’ | Track Review

    Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats releases “Coolin’ Out,” the third and final single issued in advance of their sophomore album, ‘Tearing at the Seams.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    Slim Jxmmi, Brxnks Truck © Interscope
    Music

    Slim Jxmmi, ‘Brxnks Truck’ | Track Review

    Slim Jxmmi, the most rap-oriented half of southern rap duo Rae Sremmurd, drops his solo single, the confident, hard-nosed banger, “Brxnks Truck.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    Swae Lee, Hurt to Look © Interscope
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    Swae Lee, ‘Hurt to Look’ | Track Review

    Swae Lee, the most ubiquitous half of southern rap duo Rae Sremmurd, channels his inner Drake on solo single, “Hurt to Look.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    XXXTENTACION, Changes © Bad Vibes Forever
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    XXXTENTACION, ‘Changes’ | Track Review

    XXXTENTACION drops a brief single “Changes,” a minimal, but beautiful record that finds him reflectively singing.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    The Top-Two Songs from Each Rick Ross Album | Playlist
    Evergreen

    The Top-2 Songs from Each Rick Ross Album | Playlist

    Wishing an ailing Rick Ross the best, this playlists picks the top-two songs from each of his nine studio albums from 2006 to 2017.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
    Justin Bieber, Purpose © Def Jam
    Evergreen

    The Best Justin Bieber Song from Each Studio Album | Playlist

    “Boyfriend” and “Love Yourself” ranks among the best songs from former teen-heartthrob Justin Bieber. Check out what other songs made our brief, ultra-selective ‘best-of’ list. 

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsMarch 5, 2018 ago

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