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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.
    The War on Drugs, A Deeper Understanding © Atlantic
    Music

    The War on Drugs, ‘Holding On’ | Track Review

    Alt-rock six-piece band The War on Drugs deliver a gem with “Holding On,” the promo single from their August 2017 album, ‘A Deeper Understanding.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 7, 2017 ago
    The 11 Worst Songs of 2017 (So Far) [Photo Credits: Brent Faulkner, The Musical Hype, Team 10, Jacob Sartorius, Island, Capitol, Motown]
    Evergreen

    The 11 Worst Songs of 2017 (So Far) | Playlist 🎧

    Jake Paul, CupcakKe, and Jacob Sartorius top the list of the 10 worst songs of 2017 (so far). They are joined by Tyga, Kiiara, and Lil Yachty among others.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 7, 2017 ago
    Jake Paul, It's Everyday Bro © Team 10
    Music

    Jake Paul, ‘It’s Everyday Bro’ | Track Review

    Jake Paul, accompanied by his crew, Team 10, delivers the atrocious, god awful single, “It’s Everyday Bro.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 7, 2017 ago
    Halsey, hopeless fountain kingdom [📷: Astralwerks]
    Album 💿

    Halsey, Hopeless Fountain Kingdom | Album Review

    Alt-pop artist Halsey returns with a conceptual sophomore LP, Hopeless Fountain Kingdom. Although it’s enjoyable, it’s all over the place.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 7, 2017 ago
    DJ Khaled, Grateful [📷: Epic
    Music

    DJ Khaled, ‘To the Max’ | Track Review

    DJ Khaled enlists Drake for the umpteenth time on “To the Max,” the third promo single from his latest star-studded album, ‘Grateful.’

    By the musical hype, 9 years ago
    Prophets of Rage, Prophets of Rage [📷: Concord]
    Music

    Prophets of Rage, ‘Unf**k the World’ | Track Review

    Rock-Rap super-group Prophets of Rage drops the fiery “Unfuck the World,” the promo single from their self-titled debut album.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 6, 2017 ago
    Bryson Tiller, True to Self © RCA
    Music

    The Chart Scoop | Bryson Tiller Debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200

    Bryson Tiller takes ‘True to Self’ to no. 1 on the Billboard 200. Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee & Justin Bieber remain at no. 1 on the Hot 100 with “Despacito.”

    By the musical hype, 9 years ago
    Mali Music, The Transition of Mali © RCA
    Album 💿

    Mali Music, The Transition of Mali | Album Review 💿

    ‘The Transition of Mali,’ the second secular album by former gospel artist Mali Music, proves to be another respectable, well-rounded affair.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 6, 2017 ago
    Katy Perry, Witness [📷: Capitol]
    Columns

    Music Shopping List | Katy Perry Returns With ‘Witness’

    Katy Perry returns with her 5th studio album, ‘Witness.’ Lady Antebellum, SZA, Rise Against, Phoenix, and AJR drop new albums June 9, 2017.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 5, 2017 ago
    Ansel Elgort, You Can Count on Me [📷: Island]
    Music

    Ansel Elgort, You Can Count on Me | Track Review 🎵

    Ansel Elgort enlists his buddy Logic on pleasing, love-oriented single, “You Can Count on Me.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 5, 2017 ago
    All Time Low, Last Young Renegade © Fueled By Ramen
    Album 💿

    All Time Low, Last Young Renegade | Album Review 💿

    On its seventh album, ‘Last Young Renegade,’ All Time Low embraces a newfound maturity. Although grown up, ‘Renegade’ remains enjoyable.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 5, 2017 ago
    Arcade Fire, Everything Now [📷: Columbia]
    Music

    Arcade Fire, ‘Everything Now’ | Track Review

    Alternative rock darlings Arcade Fire return in a big, groovy way with “Everything Now,” the promo single from their upcoming album of the same title.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 5, 2017 ago

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