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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.
    Mansionz, Mansionz [📷: Island]
    Album 💿

    Mansionz, Mansionz | Album Review 💿

    Mansionz, comprised of Mike Posner and blackbear, releases an incredible, ambitious debut album, fittingly titled, ‘Mansionz.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 28, 2017 ago
    Iggy Azalea, Mo Bounce © Def Jam
    Music

    Iggy Azalea, Mo Bounce | Track Review 🎵

    Iggy Azalea attempts to reclaim lost momentum on her latest single, “Mo Bounce.” The problem is, there’s very little lyrical substance.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 28, 2017 ago
    Mastodon, Emperor of Sand © Reprise
    Music

    Music Shopping List: Mastodon Leads With ‘Emperor of Sand’

    Mastodon (‘Emperor of Sand’), Bob Dylan (‘Triplicate’), and MercyMe (‘Lifer’) among others, drop new albums on March 31, 2017.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 27, 2017 ago
    Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Part IV © Interscope
    Music

    Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Part 4 | Track Review 🎵

    Kendrick Lamar slaughters the competition on new single, “The Heart Part 4.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 27, 2017 ago
    Trey Songz, Tremaine the Album © Atlantic
    Album 💿

    Trey Songz, Tremaine the Album | Album Review 💿

    For Trey Songz, sex remains his best friend on his 7th studio album, Tremaine the Album. Once more, the bedroom fuels the fire.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 27, 2017 ago
    Drake, More Life [📷: Cash Money]
    Columns

    Billboard 200: Drake Brings ‘More Life’ To No. 1

    Expectedly, Drake earns another no. 1 album with his playlist, ‘More Life.’ Rick Ross (Rather You Than Me) and Depeche Mode (Spirit) debut in the top five.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 27, 2017 ago
    Depeche Mode, Spirit © Columbia
    Album 💿

    Depeche Mode, Spirit | Album Review 💿

    Depeche Mode successfully ignite the revolution on tour de force, Spirit. Epic describes the morally, socially & politically-charged LP.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 24, 2017 ago
    2 Chainz, It's A Vibe © Def Jam
    Music

    2 Chainz, It’s A Vibe | Track Review 🎵

    2 Chainz conceives a pleasant vibe on single, “It’s A Vibe.” He’s assisted by Ty Dolla $ign, Trey Songz, and Jhene Aiko.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 24, 2017 ago
    Bruno Mars, 24K Magic [📷: Atlantic]
    Columns

    Hot 100 Jewels: Bruno Mars Climbs to No. 2

    Ed Sheeran (“The Shape of You”) still rules the roost on the Billboard Hot 100. Nonetheless, Bruno Mars in on his tail with “That’s What I Like.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 22, 2017 ago
    Spoon, Hot Thoughts © Matador
    Album 💿

    Spoon, Hot Thoughts | Album Review 💿

    Alternative, Indie-rock darlings Spoon shine on ‘Hot Thoughts,’ successfully tweaking their sound and expanding the horizons.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 22, 2017 ago
    Ed Sheeran, ÷ [📷: Atlantic]
    Columns

    Billboard 200 Grooves: Ed Sheeran Retains the No. 1 Spot

    Ed Sheeran spends a second consecutive week at no. 1 on the Billboard 200 with his third studio album, ÷.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 22, 2017 ago
    Trey Songz, Tremaine the Album © Atlantic
    Music

    Trey Songz, Animal | Track Review 🎵

    On the fifth single from ‘Tremaine the Album’, “Animal,” Trey Songz can’t control his sexual urges – she “brings out the animal.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 21, 2017 ago

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