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.

Joined: June 16, 2016
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Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵

Billie Eilish, ‘You Should See Me in a Crown’ | Track Review

Billie Eilish, you should see me in a crown [Photo Credits: Darkroom / Interscope]

Rising alternative pop artist Billie Eilish ‘brings the heat’ without having to break a sweat on her epic new single, “you should see me in a crown.”

the musical hype
July 24, 2018

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵

Chance the Rapper, ‘65th & Ingleside’ | Track Review

Chance the Rapper, 65th & Ingleside [Photo Credit: Chance the Rapper]

On his jubilant single “65th & Ingleside,” one of four singles released in ‘one fell swoop,’ Chance the Rapper depicts his ‘rags to riches’ story.

the musical hype
July 24, 2018

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6ix9ine, ‘FEFE’ | Track Review

6ix9ine, FEFE [Photo Credit: TenThousand Projects]

6ix9ine enlists Nicki Minaj and Murda Beatz for his surprisingly melodic rap single, “FEFE.” It’s by no means a classic, but better than anticipated.

Evergreen, Music, Playlists, Pop Culture

These 11 Sick Songs are Sickening | Playlist

These 11 Sick Songs are Sickening [Photo Credit: Pixabay]

Playlist “These 11 Sick Songs are Sickening” includes music by Drake, Grace VanderWaal, PRETTYMUCH, and Red Hot Chili Peppers among others.

the musical hype
July 24, 2018

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵

Ciara, ‘Level Up’ | Track Review

Ciara, Level Up [Photo Credit: Beauty Entertainment]

Ciara definitely ‘levels up’ on her slick new hip-hop infused single, “Level Up.” But, what will the impact of this ascent be on her commercial fortunes?

the musical hype
July 23, 2018

Columns, Music, Press Releases & Shopping, Reviews, Songs 🎵

Nina Luna, ‘Keep Me’ | Track Review

Nina Luna, Keep Me [Photo Credit: 571975 Records DK]

NYC-based indie pop artist Nina Luna compels on her self-described ‘sultry, bittersweet, slow-jam for the dog days of summer,’ “Keep Me.”

the musical hype
July 23, 2018

Album 💿, Music, Pop Culture, Reviews

Mason Ramsey, Famous (EP) | Album Review

After becoming a viral sensation as the Wal-Mart yodeling kid, 11-year old country artist Mason Ramsey releases his major-label debut EP, ‘Famous.’

the musical hype
July 23, 2018

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ZAYN, ‘Sour Diesel’ | Track Review

While ZAYN has some great ideas and some respectable moments on his new single, “Sour Diesel,” the overall execution and finesse are definitely suspect.

the musical hype
July 23, 2018

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵

Meghan Trainor, ‘Treat Myself’ | Track Review

Meghan Trainor, Treat Myself [Photo Credit: Epic]

After struggling to find a single that will stick, Meghan Trainor may have found her gem with “Treat Myself,” the title track from her third studio LP.