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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.
    Baauer, Aa © LuckyMe
    Album 💿

    Baauer, Aa | Album Review 💿

    On debut album ‘Aa,’ Baauer seeks to establish himself beyond “Harlem Shake.” Does he accomplish the task? Not quite, not quite.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 24, 2016 ago
    Columns

    BB Grooves: Rihanna Reclaims No. 1 On The Billboard 200

    Rihanna benefits from a slow week on the Billboard 200. ‘Anti’ reclaims its perch at no. 1, but the numbers aren’t pretty.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 23, 2016 ago
    Christon Gray, The Glory Album © RCA
    Album 💿

    Christon Gray, The Glory Album | Album Review 💿

    On his latest album, The Glory Album, Christon Gray shows he has plenty to offer both secular and religious music fans.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 21, 2016 ago
    Kendrick Lamar, untitled unmastered © Aftermath/Interscope
    Columns

    BB Grooves: Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Untitled’ Debuts at No. 1

    Returning with an LP of unreleased material (Untitled Unmastered), once more, Kendrick Lamar tops the Billboard 200. 2 Chainz (Collegrove) starts at no. 4.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 16, 2016 ago
    The 1975, I like it when you sleep, for you are so beautiful yet so unaware of it © Interscope
    Music

    The Chart Scoop | The 1975 Tops the Billboard 200

    The Chart Scoop: The 1975 earns its first no. 1 album with ‘I Like It When You Sleep, For You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware Of It.’

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 9, 2016 ago
    Nick Weaver, Prowler © Nick Weaver
    Album 💿

    Nick Weaver, Prowler | Album Review 💿

    On his full-length album ‘Prowler,’ Nick Weaver shows both his continual growing potential and exceptionalness as an MC.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 7, 2016 ago
    Yo Gotti, The Art of Hustle © Epic
    Columns

    BB Grooves: Yo Gotti Debuts At No. 4

    Memphis rapper Yo Gotti debuts at no. 4 on the Billboard 200 with latest album, ‘The Art of Hustle.’ Adele (’25’) reigns at no. 1.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 2, 2016 ago
    Bonnie Raitt, Dig In Deep © Redwing
    Album 💿

    Bonnie Raitt, Dig In Deep | Album Review 💿

    All in all, ‘Dig In Deep’ is yet another terrific and consistent album from versatile veteran musician, Bonnie Raitt.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 1, 2016 ago
    Tweet, Charlene © Entertainment One
    Album 💿

    Tweet, Charlene | Album Review 💿

    CHARLENE is a respectable comeback album from Tweet. It won’t blow anyone away, but should appeal to a traditional R&B audience.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsFebruary 29, 2016 ago
    Adele, 25 © Columbia
    Music

    BB Grooves: Adele Spends Ninth Week At No. 1 on Billboard 200

    Adele is back after taking a break from no. 1 on the Billboard 200. Adele’s comeback is the biggest news, but there are other Billboard 200 stories.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsFebruary 24, 2016 ago
    Simple Plan, Taking One For The Team © Atlantic
    Album 💿

    Simple Plan, Taking One For The Team | Album Review 💿

    ‘Taking One For The Team’ is a well-rounded album that should appeal to Simple Plan fans and newcomers who take the time to listen.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsFebruary 23, 2016 ago
    Kanye West, The Life of Pablo [📷: G.O.O.D. / Def Jam]
    Album 💿

    Lyric Examination: Kanye West, The Life Of Pablo’

    Kanye West’s new album ‘The Life Of Pablo’ is a trip. Here are some of the most memorable lyrics from LTOP, with a dash of commentary.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsFebruary 22, 2016 ago

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