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    ConiferEvergreen posts are a variety of compiled lists that are just that – evergreen. In theory, the content maintains its relevance sans a set expiration date.  Evergreen posts that appear on The Musical Hype include playlists, year-in-review/year-end lists, facts-based lists, and more. They are centered around specific concepts, ideas, or themes. Specific evergreen examples on The Musical Hype include playlists and their sub-categories, year in review lists, and pros & cons.

     

    Charlie Puth, Nine Track Mind [📷: Artist Partner Group/Atlantic]
    Columns

    Critics Had Mixed Feelings On These 2016 Albums

    Not every album is beloved by critics. In the case of the nine albums that grace this list, overall, critics were mixed or totally disliked them.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 24, 2016 ago
    Adele, 25 © Columbia
    Columns

    Way, Way Too Early Grammy Predictions for 2017

    It’s-a-ways off ’til the 59th Grammy Awards Nominations are announced. With half of 2016 “in the books,” who has an edge in earning a statuette this year?

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 23, 2016 ago
    Evergreen

    13 Songs Where Time Is Clearly a Factor | Playlist

    In the case of the 13 handpicked songs on this playlist, time is a central element to their makeup – and no, we’re not talking about blush!

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJune 23, 2016 ago
    Selena Gomez, Revival [📷: Interscope]
    Evergreen

    11 Songs Where the Innuendo is Out of Control | Playlist

    A lack of control captures the sentiment of the 11 songs selected on this playlist that lack control of their sexual appetites. The innuendo is legit.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsJune 7, 2016 ago
    Keyshia Cole, Point of No Return © Interscope
    Evergreen

    One Favorite From Each Keyshia Cole Album | Playlist

    After listening to all of albums released by Keyshia Cole (2005 – 2014), this playlist features one favorite (and a runner-up or two) from each album.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMay 31, 2016 ago
    Beyoncé, Lemonade [📷: Columbia]
    Music

    The Beyoncé Albums | Rank Up or Down

    Examining the six studio albums by R&B superstar Beyoncé, here is how The Musical Hype would rank them.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsApril 28, 2016 ago
    Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, This Unruly Mess I've Made [📷: Macklemore]
    Columns

    10 Albums Where The Sophomore Effect Was Real

    These albums just didn’t experience the same level of success as the album preceding them. Here are 10 albums where the sophomore effect was real!

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsApril 18, 2016 ago
    Herbie Hancock, River - The Joni Letters © Verve
    Columns

    Most Surprising Albums That Won Album of The Year Since 2000

    Sometimes the albums you expect to win the Grammy for Album of the Year don’t. Here are the most surprising albums that won album of the year since 2000.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsApril 7, 2016 ago
    Rihanna, Anti © Roc Nation
    Evergreen

    10 Songs That Require Work To Be Put In | Playlist

    Ah, a playlist comprised of 10 songs requiring ‘work’ to be put in! The list includes songs courtesy of Rihanna, Fifth Harmony, Iggy Azalea and more.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsApril 5, 2016 ago
    Taylor Swift, 1989 [📷: Big Machine]
    Evergreen

    58th Annual Grammys Miss Bigger Statement With Album Of The Year

    The 58th Annual Grammys ended predictably, with Taylor Swift earning her second Album of the Year honors with pop juggernaut, 1989.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsFebruary 17, 2016 ago
    Kendrick Lamar, To Pimp A Butterfly © Aftermath/Interscope
    Evergreen

    Playlist: 25 Best Rap Songs of 2015

    After flexing my muscles (writing, not biceps) and compiling the best songs and best albums of 2015, how about diving into genres? Here’s a quickie – 25 Best Rap Songs of 2015. Are there some ‘best’ songs that didn’t get loving from yours truly? Probably, but that’s life, and life’s Read more

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 29, 2015 ago
    Tyrese, Black Rose [📷 : Voltron]
    Evergreen

    58th Grammy Award Nomination Predictions: Urban Categories  

    What artists and what songs and albums will earn Grammy nominations in the urban categories at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards?

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsOctober 30, 2015 ago

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