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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.
    Chris Brown, Royalty © RCA
    Music

    The Case AGAINST Chris Brown

    What is the case against Chris Brown? Being too comfortable. Artistically showing more range, would make more people respect the talented urban artist.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 22, 2015 ago
    Troye Sivan, Blue Neighbourhood [📷: Capitol]
    Album 💿

    Troye Sivan, Blue Neighbourhood | Album Review 💿

    Troye Sivan shines on his debut album ‘Blue Neighbourhood,’ sharing his world and educating his audience song after song.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 15, 2015 ago
    R. Kelly, The Buffet © RCA
    Album 💿

    R. Kelly Up to His Old Tricks on ‘The Buffet’

    R. Kelly remains true to himself on his latest album, ‘The Buffet.’ ‘The Buffet’ is a mix between the profane, sex & soul.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 14, 2015 ago
    G-Eazy, When It’s Dark Out © RCA
    Album 💿

    G-Eazy, When It’s Dark Out | Album Review

    Up-and-coming Bay Area rapper G-Eazy drops his sophomore album, ‘When It’s Dark Out’. Eazy remains true to himself, which makes album no. 2 so endearing.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 10, 2015 ago
    Babyface, Return of the Tender Lover © Def Jam
    Album 💿

    Babyface Consistent on ‘Return of the Tender Lover’

    Iconic R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface returns with his tenth studio album, Return of the Tender Lover.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 7, 2015 ago
    Kirk Franklin, Losing My Religion © RCA
    Album 💿

    Kirk Franklin Maintains Consistency on ‘Losing My Religion’

    ‘Losing My Religion’ is another strong offering from contemporary gospel musician extraordinaire Kirk Franklin. It’s not his best, but it has great moments.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 4, 2015 ago
    A Great Big World, When the Morning Comes © Epic
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    A Great Big World Deliver Home run on ‘When The Morning Comes’

    A Great Big World’s sophomore LP ‘When the Morning Comes’ is a consistent album that’s exceptionally executed. Weaknesses are few and far between.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 3, 2015 ago
    Alessia Cara, Know It All [📷: Def Jam]
    Album 💿

    Alessia Cara, Know-It-All | Album Review

    Canadian pop singer Alessia Cara showcases ample potential on her full-length debut, ‘Know-It-All.’

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 1, 2015 ago
    The Vamps, Wake Up © Island
    Columns

    Why Haven’t The Vamps Broken Through Stateside?

    The Vamps have plenty of ground to make up in order to break through in the U.S.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsNovember 30, 2015 ago
    Ty Dolla $ign, Free TC © Atlantic
    Album 💿

    Ty Dolla $ign, Free TC | Album Review 💿

    Ty Dolla $ign shows great versatility throughout ‘Free TC’, oscillating between singing/rapping & soulfulness/unapologetic brashness.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsNovember 19, 2015 ago
    Logic, The Incredible True Story © Def Jam
    Album 💿

    Logic, The Incredible True Story | Album Review 💿

    After delivering a superb debut album (Under Pressure), Logic follows it up with another incredible LP with The Incredible True Story.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsNovember 17, 2015 ago
    Justin Bieber, Purpose © Def Jam
    Album 💿

    Justin Bieber, Purpose | Album Review

    Justin Bieber returns with a respectable, comeback album, ‘Purpose.’ While it isn’t a homerun, it’s good enough to restore him to pop glory.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsNovember 16, 2015 ago

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