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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.
    Evergreen

    10 Secular Hallelujah Songs | Playlist 🎧

    We examine “10 Secular Hallelujah Songs,” most of which aren’t appropriate for Sunday morning church service.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 2, 2018 ago
    13 Songs That Show Relentless Faith [Photo Credit: Pixabay]
    Evergreen

    13 Songs That Show Relentless Faith | Playlist 🎧

    “13 Songs That Show Relentless Faith” features music courtesy of Blind Faith, Kirk Franklin, Sharon Jones, Reba McEntire, and Whitney Houston among others.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 1, 2018 ago
    Soundcloud Rappers Op-Ed
    Columns

    The Problem with Young, SoundCloud Propelled Rappers | Op Ed

    Social media plays a gargantuan role in propelling rappers to the mainstream theses day.  While this is a wonderful ‘come up,’ the musical quality often suffers.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 1, 2018 ago
    EDEN, Vertigo [📷: Astralwerks]
    Music

    EDEN, ‘start//end’ | Track Review

    Ahead of his highly-anticipated full-length debut album, 22-year old Johnathan Ng – better known as EDEN – intrigues with his distinct, superb single “start//end.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 1, 2018 ago
    Lil Xan, Wake Up © Columbia
    Music

    Lil Xan, ‘Wake Up’ | Track Review

    Up-and-coming rapper Lil Xan proves he’s part of the ‘new normal’ of rap music with “Wake Up.” That new normal being lazy rhymes built on platitudes spat over generic, minimalist, but hard-nosed beat.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 1, 2018 ago
    Monthly Music Shopping List, January 2018
    Music

    Monthly Music Shopping List | Camila Cabello, Fall Out Boy & More

    In the January 2018 edition of our ‘monthly music shopping list,’ new albums from Camila Cabello and Fall Out Boy are the most highly-anticipated.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 1, 2018 ago
    Fireworks 2018
    Columns

    Advice for 2018, As Told Through Album & Song Titles

    Beyond the hype? This creative written piece reflects on the outgoing, so-so 2017 and provides sound advice for 2018 – as told through album and song titles.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 1, 2018 ago
    13 albums not reviews in 2017
    Columns

    13 Albums That Weren’t Reviewed in 2017 | Year in Review

    In yet another year-end, year-in-review list, we highlight 13 albums that weren’t reviewed on The Musical Hype site in 2017 and why they missed the fame.

    By the musical hype, 8 years ago
    Almost Famous: 21 Albums That Missed the Best of 2017
    Evergreen

    Almost Famous: 21 Albums That Missed The Best of 2017 | Year in Review

    These albums were ‘almost’ famous! Here are 25 albums that missed the 50 Best Albums of 2017.  Good albums that missed the cut for whatever reason.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsDecember 29, 2017 ago
    10 Best Music Videos of 2017 © Def Jam, Roc Nation, Big Machine, Atlantic, Interscope
    Evergreen

    10 Best Music Videos of 2017 | Year in Review

    Logic, Jay-Z, and Taylor Swift lead the charge on the ‘10 Best Music Videos of 2017’ year in review playlist. Others who are ‘famous’ include Kendrick Lamar, Charli XCX, Dua Lipa, Björk, Young Thug, Camila Cabello, and Tyler, the Creator.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsDecember 28, 2017 ago
    Jeezy, Pressure © Def Jam
    Album 💿

    Jeezy, Pressure | Album Review 💿

    On his eighth studio album ‘Pressure,’ Jeezy keeps rolling out banger after banger. More than a decade into his career, he’s still a ‘G.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsDecember 27, 2017 ago
    Cardi B, Bartier Cardi © Atlantic
    Music

    Cardi B, ‘Bartier Cardi’ | Track Review

    Up-and-coming female rapper Cardi B returns as the lead artist on tough-minded single “Bartier Cardi.” She’s assisted by ubiquitous rapper, 21 Savage.

    By the musical hype, 8 years ago

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