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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.
    Brantley Gilbert, The Weekend - single © Valory
    Music

    Brantley Gilbert, The Weekend | Track Review 🎵

    Brantley Gilbert sticks to a cliché script on “The Weekend,” but manages to add some distinction to his vocals as well as the production.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 25, 2016 ago
    Drake, Views [📷: Cash Money]
    Columns

    Billboard 200: Drake Spends 11th Week at No. 1

    Drake won’t be stopped. For an 11th nonconsecutive week, Views sits at no. 1, holding off NEEDTOBREATHE (HARDLOVE) from the top spot.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 25, 2016 ago
    Kehlani, SweetSexySavage [📷: Atlantic]
    LGBTQ

    Kehlani, Distraction | Track Review 🎵

    R&B Singer Kehlani One-Ups Herself, Dropping the magnificent contemporary R&B single “Distraction” just one week after “CRZY.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 24, 2016 ago
    DJ Snake, Encore © Interscope
    Music

    DJ Snake, Ocho Cinco | Track Review 🎵

    “Turn Down for What” hit-maker DJ Snake returns with full-length debut Encore, with jam-packed instrumental single “Ocho Cinco” leading the charge.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 24, 2016 ago
    Kehlani, SweetSexySavage [📷: Atlantic]
    LGBTQ

    Kehlani, CRZY | Track Review 🎵

    Up-and-coming R&B singer Kehlani takes a page out of the Rihanna textbook with one ‘crazy’ single, fittingly titled “CRZY.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 24, 2016 ago
    Justin Bieber, Purpose © Def Jam
    Columns

    Pros & Cons | Justin Bieber

    Justin Bieber is polarizing. Polarizing is a fitting characterization given the reactions he receives. We’re going to break down Bieber’s pros and cons!

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 23, 2016 ago
    Major Lazer, Cold Water © Mad Decent
    Music

    Major Lazer, Cold Water | Track Review 🎵

    Major Lazer drops catchy new single “Cold Water” featuring pop heartthrob Justin Bieber and Danish pop singer MØ.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 23, 2016 ago
    Lupe Fiasco, Pick up the Phone © 1st and 15th
    Music

    Lupe Fiasco, Pick up the Phone | Track Review 🎵

    Chi-Town rapper Lupe Fiasco aims for pop success once again on single “Pick up the Phone” (featuring Eric Turner), though ultimately falls short.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 23, 2016 ago
    BigMouth Inc. F-Bomb Mug!
    Evergreen

    35 Songs That Feature the F-Bomb in their Titles | Playlist

    This playlist features 35 profane songs that feature the f-bomb in their title. All song selected were released in 2010 and beyond.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 21, 2016 ago
    Aaron Neville, Apache © Tell It
    Album 💿

    Aaron Neville Delivers Best Album in Years With ‘Apache’

    Distinctly versatile New Orleans soul legend Aaron Neville returns with his best and most enjoyable album in years, ‘Apache.’

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 21, 2016 ago
    Hezekiah Walker, Azusa the Next Generation 2 – Better © Azusa Inc. : Entertainment One
    Evergreen

    Five Uplifting Contemporary Gospel Songs | Playlist

    These five contemporary gospel songs clearly honor God, but have wider appeal to a secular audience compared to their contemporaries.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 21, 2016 ago
    Miranda Lambert, Vice © Sony
    Music

    Miranda Lambert, Vice | Track Review 🎵

    Miranda Lambert returns with ballad “Vice,” clearly a departure from the country artist’s feistier and more ferocious offerings.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 20, 2016 ago

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