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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.
    Greer, School Night (ft. CupcaKKe) - Single © Greer Wilson
    Music

    Greer, School Night | Track Review 🎵

    Up-and-coming Boston pop artist Greer returns with fun new single, “School Night,” assisted by risqué rapper, CupcakKe.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 19, 2017 ago
    Lana Del Rey, Lust for Life [📷: Interscope]
    Music

    Lana Del Rey, ‘Coachella – Woodstock in My Mind’ | Track Review

    On “Coachella – Woodstock in My Mind,” the 3rd single from ‘Lust for Life,’ Lana Del Rey is feeling emotional, seeking that “Stairway to Heaven”…we think…

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 19, 2017 ago
    Declan McKenna, What Do You Think About the Car? [Photo Credit: Columbia]
    LGBTQ

    Declan McKenna, ‘Paracetamol’ | Track Review

    As Declan McKenna releases his debut album, ‘What Do You Think About the Car?’ he reprises several gems from his ‘Liar’ EP, including “Paracetamol.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 19, 2017 ago
    Jay-Z, 4:44 [📷: Roc Nation]
    Columns

    The Chart Scoop: Jay-Z Takes 4:44 to No. 1 on the Billboard 200

    Jay-Z debuts at no. 1 on the Billboard 200, while “Despacito” spends a 10th week at no. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. 

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 19, 2017 ago
    Aminé, Good For You © Republic
    Music

    Aminé, ‘Blinds’ | Track Review

    On “Blinds,” confident Oregon up-and-coming rapper Aminé “closes the blinds” because “I want to see me shine.” Shine he does in under a minute-and-a-half.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 18, 2017 ago
    Tyler, The Creator, Flower Boy [📷: Columbia]
    Music

    Tyler, the Creator, ‘Boredom’ | Track Review

    “Boredom” never sounded better than in the hands of Tyler, the Creator.  “Boredom” serves as the third single from his fourth album, ‘Flower Boy.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 18, 2017 ago
    Lana Del Rey, Lust for Life [📷: Interscope]
    Music

    Lana Del Rey, ‘Summer Bummer’ | Track Review

    On “Summer Bummer,” there’s no bummer whatsoever. Assisted by A$AP Rocky & Playboi Carti, Lana Del Rey drops a ‘hot one.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 18, 2017 ago
    Lana Del Rey, Lust for Life [📷: Interscope]
    Music

    Lana Del Rey, ‘Groupie Love’ | Track Review

    On “Groupie Love,” the fourth single from Lust for Life, Lana Del Rey serves as the ‘groupie’ to A$AP Rocky.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 18, 2017 ago
    Declan McKenna, What Do You Think About the Car? [Photo Credit: Columbia]
    Music

    Declan McKenna, ‘Humongous’ | Track Review

    Declan McKenna exhibits his knack for creative, meaningful songwriting on “Humongous,” a single from his debut LP, ‘What Do You Think About the Car?’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 18, 2017 ago
    07-21-2017 New Music Releases © Interscope, Atlantic, Columbia, Republic, Sony Latin, Born to Fly
    Columns

    Music Shopping List | Lana Del Rey, Meek Mill, Tyler, the Creator & More

    Friday, July 21, 2017 is one of the biggest music release dates of 2017.  New releases hail from Lana Del Rey, Meek Miler, Tyler the Creator & more.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 17, 2017 ago
    Selena Gomez, Fetish © Interscope
    Music

    Selena Gomez, ‘Fetish’ | Track Review

    Pop star Selena Gomez strikes gold with sensual single “Fetish,” featuring Gucci Mane.  Think of it as “Good for You” 2.0.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 17, 2017 ago
    Kesha, Rainbow © Kemosabe
    LGBTQ

    Kesha, Woman | Track Review 🎵

    After shocking the world with the mature, heartfelt “Praying,” Kesha returns with feminist, women’s empowerment anthem, “Woman.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 17, 2017 ago

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