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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.
    Beyoncé, Die With You © Columbia
    Music

    Beyoncé, Die With You | Track Review 🎵

    Beyoncé showcases the sheer beauty of her voice on her romantic, bare-bones single, “Die With You.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 14, 2017 ago
    XXXTentacion, Look at Me © EMPIRE
    Music

    XXXTentacion, Look at Me! | Track Review 🎵

    19-year old up-and-coming rapper XXXTentacion drops one of the filthiest singles of 2017 with “Look at Me!”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 13, 2017 ago
    Kendrick Lamar, DAMN. © Interscope
    Columns

    Hot 100 Jewels: Kendrick Lamar Takes ‘Humble’ To No. 2

    Expectedly, Ed Sheeran remains no. 1 for an 11th week with “Shape of You.” Kendrick Lamar splashes onto the Hot 100 at no. 2 with “Humble.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 12, 2017 ago
    Frank Ocean, Biking © Blonded
    LGBTQ

    Frank Ocean, Biking | Track Review 🎵

    Frank Ocean returns with another captivating single, “Biking.” He enlists Jay Z and Tyler, the Creator to assist with verses.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 12, 2017 ago
    Father John Misty, Pure Comedy [📷: Sub Pop]
    Album 💿

    Father John Misty, Pure Comedy | Album Review 💿

    Father John Misty (Josh Tillman) delivers one of the year’s most demanding, yet well-rounded albums with ‘Pure Comedy.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 12, 2017 ago
    Drake, More Life [📷: Cash Money]
    Columns

    Billboard 200 Grooves: Drake and Ed Sheeran Remain at No. 1, No. 2

    There’s definitely More Life for Drake as he spends a third consecutive week at no. 1 on the Billboard 200. Ed Sheeran (÷) remains firmly planted at no. 2.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 12, 2017 ago
    Halsey, hopeless fountain kingdom [📷: Astralwerks]
    LGBTQ

    Halsey, Now or Never | Track Review 🎵

    Halsey demands her ‘hot n cold’ lover decide about the state of their relationship on “Now or Never,” promo from hopeless fountain kingdom.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 11, 2017 ago
    The Chainsmokers, Memories...Do Not Open [📷: Columbia]
    Lyrical Spotlight

    Lyrical Spotlight: The Chainsmokers, ‘Memories…Do Not Open’

    Hit-making duo The Chainsmokers drop an enjoyable debut album with ‘Memories…Do Not Open.’ Here are some of the notable lyrical moments from the effort.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 11, 2017 ago
    Pentatonix, PTX Vol. IV – Classics © RCA
    Album 💿

    Pentatonix, PTX Vol. IV – Classics | Album Review 💿

    Pentatonix strikes gold on PTX Vol. IV – Classics. The 7-song EP covers classics including “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Imagine” & “Jolene.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 11, 2017 ago
    © Columbia / RCA / Ultra
    Columns

    Opinion: Harry Styles Edges Zayn For Best Post-One Direction Debut Single

    With four out of five One Direction members issuing debut singles, Harry Styles narrowly edges Zayn for top honors with “Sign of the Times.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 11, 2017 ago
    Kendrick Lamar, DAMN. © Interscope
    Music

    Music Shopping List | Kendrick Lamar Transforms April 14

    Originally poised to be a slow release date for new music, April 14, 2017, became promising with the announcement of a new Kendrick Lamar album.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 10, 2017 ago
    The Chainsmokers, Memories...Do Not Open [📷: Columbia]
    Album 💿

    The Chainsmokers, Memories…Do Not Open | Album Review 💿

    Hit-making duo The Chainsmokers have their moments on their debut album, ‘Memories…Do Not Open.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 10, 2017 ago

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