Zayn, ‘Dusk Till Dawn’ | Track Review
ZAYN returns with his third single of 2017, “Dust Till Dawn,” featuring Sia. “Dusk” has its moments, but it’s not without flaws.
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
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.
K. Michelle, ‘Birthday’ | Track Review
Unapologetic R&B singer K. Michelle returns with a new sensually-driven single, “Birthday.” “Birthday” is a gift, just not your traditional gift.
Miguel, ‘Shockandawe’ | Track Review
Miguel has a gem on his hands with metaphorically-driven single, “Shockandawe.” It’s brief, but ultimately, compelling nonetheless.
Rostam, Gwan | Track Review 🎵
Rostam Batmanglij (Rostam) drops a captivating, creative single, “Gwan,” in advance of his Nonesuch debut project, ‘Half-Light.’
Tank, ‘When We’ | Track Review
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R&B artist Tank brings the ‘bedroom action’ on the sensually-charged “When We,” the second promo single from ‘Savage’ (September 29).
Foo Fighters, ‘The Line’ | Track Review
Foo Fighters release “The Line,” the final promo single issued in advance of the highly-anticipated album, ‘Concrete and Gold’ (September 15).
U2, ‘You’re the Best Thing About Me’ | Track Review
U2 makes a respectable return with exuberant new single, “You’re the Best Thing About Me.” They don’t reinvent the wheel, but certainly meet expectations.
Kelly Clarkson, Move You | Track Review 🎵
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Veteran pop star Kelly Clarkson moves us on “Move You,” a promo single from her highly-anticipated 7th album, ‘Meaning of Life’ (October 27).
The National, Sleep Well Beast | Album Review
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The National shine on Sleep Well Beast, an adventurous alt-rock LP unafraid of darkness and experimentation.
Dustin Lynch, Current Mood | Album Review
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Dustin Lynch delivers an enjoyable, third LP with ‘Current Mood,’ showcasing his talent and willingness to experiment and evolve country music.
Music Shopping List | Foo Fighters Bring ‘Concrete and Gold’
Foo Fighters (‘Concrete and Gold’) leads the charge of new album releases arriving the third Friday in September (September 15).
Demi Lovato, ‘You Don’t Do It for Me Anymore’ | Track Review
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Demi Lovato continues to slay on “You Don’t Do It for Me Anymore,” the third single released ahead of ‘Tell Me You Love Me.’