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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 (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.
    Charlie Puth, Voicenotes [📷: Atlantic / Artist Partner Group]
    Music

    Charlie Puth, If You Leave Me Now | Track Review

    Charlie Puth ‘steps his game up’ on “If You Leave Me Now,” the third single from his highly-anticipated sophomore album, ‘Voicenotes.’ He’s assisted by Boyz II Men.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 8, 2018 ago
    Justin Timberlake, Man of the Woods [📷: RCA]
    Music

    Justin Timberlake, ‘Filthy’ | Track Review

    Justin Timberlake returns after a four-year hiatus with “Filthy,” the groovy, sleek promo single from his fifth studio album, ‘Man of the Woods.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 8, 2018 ago
    Songs Centered Around or Referencing Suicide, Vol. 1 [Photo Credits: Photo Credits: Epic, Def Jam, Columbia, DGC, Mercury, Motown, Sony Music Entertainment, Pixabay]
    Evergreen

    Songs Centered Around or Referencing Suicide, Vol. 1 | Playlist 🎧

    The 13 songs gracing ‘Songs Centered Around or Referencing Suicide, Vol. 1’ focus in some capacity or totally on the devastating, horrible means of death.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 4, 2018 ago
    Devin Dawson, Dark Horse © Atlantic
    Music

    Devin Dawson, ‘All on Me’ | Track Review

    On his fantastic single “All on Me,” from his debut album, Dark Horse, up-and-coming country musician Devin Dawson shows he just might be the one to truly reenergize and refresh country music.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 3, 2018 ago
    Lil Skies, Life of a Dark Rose © All We Got Ent.
    Music

    Lil Skies, ‘Red Roses’ | Track Review

    Up-and-coming rapper Lil Skies releases an enjoyable, easy-going single, “Red Roses,” in advance of his highly-anticipated debut album, ‘Life of a Dark Rose.’ He’s assisted by Landon Cube.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 3, 2018 ago
    EDEN, Vertigo [📷: Astralwerks]
    Music

    EDEN, ‘gold’ | Track Review

    Ahead of his highly-anticipated full-length debut album, 22-year old Johnathan Ng – better known as EDEN – shines on teaser track, “gold.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 3, 2018 ago
    Lil Skies, Life of a Dark Rose © All We Got Ent.
    Music

    Lil Skies, ‘Lust’ | Track Review

    Up-and-coming rapper Lil Skies releases an enjoyable single, “Lust,” in advance of his highly-anticipated debut album, ‘Life of a Dark Rose.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 3, 2018 ago
    HRVY, Talk to Ya (EP) © Virgin
    Album 💿

    HRVY, Talk to Ya (EP) | Album Review

    Teenage British pop musician HRVY showcases incredible potential on his second EP, ‘Talk to Ya.’ His best moments arrive at the top of the effort with the title track and “Personal.”

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 3, 2018 ago
    Lil Skies, Life of a Dark Rose © All We Got Ent.
    Music

    Lil Skies, ‘Nowadays’ | Track Review

    Up-and-coming rapper Lil Skies releases an enjoyable single, “Lust,” in advance of his highly-anticipated debut album, ‘Life of a Dark Rose.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsJanuary 3, 2018 ago
    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

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