Olivia Returns to Top, H.E.R. Starts 6th | Scanning the Charts 📉
Scanning the Charts (6/30/21): Olivia Rodrigo returns to no. 1, while H.E.R. debuts at no. 6 on the Billboard 200.
Ah, the Columns, the columns! The columns on The Musical Hype encompass a variety of articles. Some of these articles have a shelf life, while others are more evergreen (content maintains its relevance sans a set expiration date). Even though some columns are evergreen, they don’t necessarily fit the more expansive Evergreen category, which features bigger posts such as playlists. Columns include the “less finessed” blog Beyond the Hype, The Chart Scoop, Critics Weigh In, Guests Posts, Op Ed (opinion editorials), and Press Releases & Shopping.
Scanning the Charts (6/30/21): Olivia Rodrigo returns to no. 1, while H.E.R. debuts at no. 6 on the Billboard 200.
On our 195th Q&A, we chat with Youngstown, Ohio musician Johnny Stanec about his background, influences, & present/future endeavors.
On the 9th edition of Controversial Tunes, we explore the controversy behind the song, “Can’t Feel My Face” by The Weeknd.
On the 8th edition of Controversial Tunes, we explore the controversy behind the song, “If U Seek Amy” by Britney Spears.
On the 17th edition of Head 2 Head, Shuggie Otis & The Brothers Johnson ‘duke it out’ over their respective takes on “Strawberry Letter 23”.
Scanning the Charts (6/26/21): Rapper Polo G and rap trio Migos debut at nos. 1 & 2 respectively on the Billboard 200.
On the 7th edition of Controversial Tunes, we explore the controversy behind the song, “Smack My B*tch Up” by The Prodigy.
Highlighting interview No. 194 on The Musical Hype is intriguing Le Mans-based punk/rock band, Vilaine Tracks.
On the 6th edition of Controversial Tunes, we explore the controversy behind the song, “N.I.*.*.E.R. (The Slave and the Master)” by Nas.
Scanning the Charts (6/19/21): Lil Baby & Lil Durk Rule launch at no. 1 on the Billboard 200 with The Voice of the Heroes.
On our 193rd interview on The Musical Hype, we get some awesome insight into the craft of Norwegian three-piece collective, Ohmwork.
On the 8th edition of Sunday Refresh, we’re uplifted by Sia performing the unsung spiritual gem from This is Acting (Deluxe), “Jesus Wept.”