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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.
    Highly Suspect, The Boy Who Died Wolf [📷: 300]
    Music

    Highly Suspect, Wolf | Track Review 🎵

    Highly Suspect continue to shine on epic single “Wolf” ahead of the release of sophomore album, ‘The Boy Who Died Wolf.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 15, 2016 ago
    Nathan Sykes, Unfinished Business © Global Entertainment / Def Jam
    Album 💿

    Nathan Sykes, Unfinished Business | Album Review

    Former boy bander (and Ariana Grande ex) Nathan Sykes shows off his vocal chops throughout his debut album, ‘Unfinished Business.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 15, 2016 ago
    Childish Gambino, "Awaken, My Love!" [📷: Glassnote]
    Music

    Childish Gambino, Me and Your Mama | Track Review 🎵

    Childish Gambino (Donald Glover) returns with an ambitious single, “Me and Your Mama,” which serves as the buzz single for new album, “Awaken, My Love!”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 14, 2016 ago
    Emeli Sandé, Long Live the Angels © Virgin
    Album 💿

    Emeli Sandé, Long Live the Angels | Album Review 💿

    Eclectic pop singer/songwriter Emeli Sandé brings the heat on her incredible sophomore album, ‘Long Live the Angels.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 14, 2016 ago
    Bon Jovi, This House Is Not For Sale © Island
    Columns

    Billboard: Bon Jovi Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200

    Billboard 200: Bon Jovi earns another no. 1 album with This House is Not for Sale. R&B standout Alicia Keys (Here) settles for no. 2.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 14, 2016 ago
    Post Malone, Stoney © Republic
    Music

    Post Malone, Congratulations | Track Review 🎵

    Up and coming rapper Post Malone returns with single “Congratulation” ahead of the release of debut album, Stoney. Quavo assists.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 11, 2016 ago
    Adele, 25 © Columbia
    Columns

    Predicting Grammy Nominations: Record of the Year

    59th Annual Grammy nomination predictions: Adele (“Hello”) seems like the safest bet for a Record of the Year nomination.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 11, 2016 ago
    Joe, #MYNAMEISJOETHOMAS © Plaid Lover/BMG Rights Mgt
    Music

    Joe, Hello | Track Review 🎵

    Adult contemporary R&B singer Joe does an excellent job covering Adele megahit, “Hello.” The cover appears on his new album, #MYNAMEISJOETHOMAS.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 10, 2016 ago
    Big Sean, No More Interviews © Def Jam
    Music

    Big Sean, No More Interviews | Track Review 🎵

    Detroit rapper Big Sean keeps it real on hook-less rap single, “No More Interviews.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 10, 2016 ago
    The Chainsmokers, Collage [EP] [📷: Disruptor/Columbia]
    Album 💿

    The Chainsmokers, Collage (EP) | Album Review 💿

    Hit-making DJ duo The Chainsmokers give listeners a compelling ‘Collage’ to whet their palettes with.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 10, 2016 ago
    Frank Hamilton, Songs to Make Life Slightly Less Awkward © Bedroom Indie
    Music

    Frank Hamilton, Lovedrug | Track Review 🎵

    “Lovedrug” provides an impressive snapshot of up-and-coming British singer/songwriter, Frank Hamilton.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 10, 2016 ago
    The Chainsmokers, ‘Closer’ ft. Halsey © Disruptor/Columbia
    Columns

    Hot 100 Jewels: The Chainsmokers Spend 12th Week at No. 1

    Hot 100 Jewels: The Chainsmokers (“Closer”) spend a rare 12th week at no. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsNovember 9, 2016 ago

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