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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.
    Mali Music, The Transition of Mali © RCA
    Music

    Mali Music, ‘My Life’ | Track Review

    On his single “My Life,” Mali Music offers another excellent example of a secular song with positive, uplifting, and transcendent messaging.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 30, 2017 ago
    Halsey, hopeless fountain kingdom [📷: Astralwerks]
    Columns

    Music Shopping List | Halsey Returns With ‘hopeless fountain kingdom’

    Halsey (‘hopeless fountain kingdom’) leads a star-studded cast of artists with new albums. All Time Low, Bleachers, and others drop new LPs June 2, 2017.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 29, 2017 ago
    Halsey, hopeless fountain kingdom [📷: Astralwerks]
    LGBTQ

    Halsey, Eyes Closed | Track Review 🎵

    Ahead of ‘hopeless fountain kingdom,’ Halsey returns with a second single, “Eyes Closed.” “Eyes Closed” is ‘good’ at best, not particularly great.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 29, 2017 ago
    Martin Garrix & Troye Sivan, There For You © Epic Amsterdam
    LGBTQ

    Martin Garrix & Troye Sivan, There for You | Track Review 🎵

    Rising DJ Martin Garrix and alt-pop sensation Troye Sivan collaborate on “There for You,” a pleasant, if ‘lite’ EDM single.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 29, 2017 ago
    Future ft. Kendrick Lamar, Mask Off (Remix) © Epic
    Music

    Future, Mask Off [Remix] | Track Review 🎵

    Future and Kendrick Lamar combine forces on a compelling remix of “Mask Off,” a top-10 hit from Future’s self-titled album.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 29, 2017 ago
    Nick Jonas, Remember I Told You © Island
    Music

    Nick Jonas, ‘Remember I Told You’ | Track Review

    Nick Jonas, Anne-Marie, and Mike Posner join for a fun, groovy single, “Remember I Told You.” It’s not profound, but certainly enjoyable.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 29, 2017 ago
    Mali Music, The Transition of Mali © RCA
    Music

    Mali Music, ‘Gonna Be Alright’ | Track Review

    Mali Music delivers a well-written, well-rounded song with single, “Gonna Be Alright.” “Gonna Be Alright” sets the tone for ‘The Transition of Mali.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 29, 2017 ago
    Washed Out, Paracosm © Sub Pop
    Album 💿

    Washed Out, Paracosm | Album Review 💿

    Although it’s always a beautiful effort, Paracosm, the 2013 sophomore album from Washed Out (Ernest Greene), is a wee bit too chill and mellow at times.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 27, 2017 ago
    Greer, Satisfy © Greer Wilson
    Music

    Greer, ‘Satisfy’ | Track Review

    20-year-old up-and-coming pop artist Greer Wilson shows incredible potential on his sensually, satisfying single, “Satisfy.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 26, 2017 ago
    Caleb De Casper, Good Boy © Caleb De Casper
    LGBTQ

    Caleb De Casper, Good Boy | Track Review 🎵

    Caleb De Casper outdoes himself on single “Good Boy,” an infectious, danceable gem about a fatal same-sex attraction.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 26, 2017 ago
    Faith Evans & The Notorious B.I.G., The King & I © Rhino
    Album 💿

    Faith Evans & The Notorious B.I.G., The King & I | Album Review 💿

    Faith Evans releases a new studio album, ‘The King & I,’ collaborating with her late hubby, The Notorious B.I.G. The effort exceeds expectations.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 25, 2017 ago
    Linkin Park, One More Light [📷: Warner]
    Album 💿

    Linkin Park, One More Light | Album Review 💿

    Linkin Park returns with its seventh studio album, ‘One More Light.’ Unfortunately, fans wanting more bite will get more pop instead.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 25, 2017 ago

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