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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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    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.

    5 out of 5 stars = MASTERPIECE

    4.5 out of 5 stars = NEAR MASTERPIECE

    4 out of 5 stars = EXCELLENT

    3.5 out of 5 stars = VERY GOOD

    3 out of 5 stars = AVERAGE / GOOD

    2.5 out of 5 stars = BELOW AVERAGE

    2 out of 5 stars = MEDIOCRE

    1.5 out of 5 stars, 1 out of 5 stars, 0.5 out of 5 stars, 0 out of 5 stars = BAD

    ETHAN, DIVINE INTERVENTION (EP) [📷: Brent Faulkner/ The Musical Hype; ETHAN; Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Królestwo Nauki, OpenClipart-Vectors, Pete Linforth, Tumisu from Pixabay]
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    ETHAN, Divine Intervention (EP) | Album Review 💿

    Sydney-based, New Zealand pop singer, songwriter, and producer ETHAN excels on his sexy, six-song EP, DIVINE INTERVENTION.

    By the musical hype, 2 yearsApril 18, 2024 ago
    Ariana Grande, eternal sunshine [📷: Brent Faulkner/ The Musical Hype; Republic; Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Królestwo Nauki, OpenClipart-Vectors, Pete Linforth, Tumisu from Pixabay]
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    Ariana Grande, eternal sunshine | Album Review 💿

    Following nearly a four-year-hiatus, pop superstar Ariana Grande returns with her stupendous, seventh studio album, eternal sunshine.

    By the musical hype, 3 yearsMarch 18, 2024 ago
    Kingdumb, Eternally Never [📷: Kingdumb]
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    Kingdumb, Eternally Never | Album Review 💿

    Kingdumb, the versatile producer hailing from Swindon, delivers a captivating ride with his latest mixtape, Eternally Never.

    By George James, 3 yearsMarch 15, 2024 ago
    Jennifer Porter
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    Jennifer Porter, Yes, I Do! | Album Review 💿

    On Yes, I Do!, Jennifer Porter transports us to the vibrant streets of New Orleans and the soulful ambiance of Memphis, where blues & soul intertwine.

    By George James, 3 yearsFebruary 9, 2024 ago
    Ricky Dillard, Choirmaster II [📷: Brent Faulkner/ The Musical Hype; Capitol CMG, Inc.; Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Królestwo Nauki, OpenClipart-Vectors, Pete Linforth, Tumisu from Pixabay]
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    Ricky Dillard, Choirmaster II | Album Review 💿

    Grammy-nominated gospel singer, songwriter, and choirmaster Ricky Dillard delivers another fantastic live gospel album with Choirmaster II.

    By the musical hype, 3 yearsJanuary 29, 2024 ago
    Ervin Munir
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    Ervin Munir, Broken Compass | Album Review 💿

    Broken Compass, the latest album by Ervin Munir, is a shining example of the enduring power of folk, blending traditional influences with contemporary styles.

    By George James, 3 yearsJanuary 17, 2024 ago
    Joaicon, emotional fuqboi (EP) [📷: IconzRecordz]
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    Joaicon, emotional fuqboi | Album Review 💿

    Dominican pop artist Joaicon shines on his brief but compelling debut EP, memorably titled, emotional fuqboi.

    By the musical hype, 3 yearsDecember 5, 2023 ago
    Jung Kook, Golden [📷: BIGHIT MUSIC]
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    Jung Kook, GOLDEN | Album Review 💿

      While GOLDEN, the brief debut album by K-Pop standout Jung Kook lacks innovation, it is an enjoyable pop LP, all in all.    “3D”  “I can’t touch you through the phone / Or kiss you through the universe / In another time zone.” Jung Kook kicks off GOLDEN with a Read more

    By the musical hype, 3 yearsNovember 7, 2023 ago
    Troye Sivan, Something To Give Each Other [📷: EMI Recorded Music Australia Production]
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    Troye Sivan, Something To Give Each Other | Album Review 💿

    After a five-year-hiatus between studio albums, Troye Sivan makes a marvelous return with his brief but potent third album, Something To Give Each Other.

    By the musical hype, 3 yearsOctober 23, 2023 ago
    Sufjan Stevens, Javelin [📷: Asthmatic Kitty]
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    Sufjan Stevens, Javelin | Album Review 💿

    Gifted singer/songwriter Sufjan Stevens delivers one of the best projects of his career with his 10th studio album Javelin, dedicated to his late partner.

    By the musical hype, 3 yearsOctober 21, 2023 ago
    Thomas Cole, Late To Bloom [📷: Thomas Cole Music]
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    Thomas Cole, Late To Bloom | Album Review 💿

    Late To Bloom, the debut LP by Thomas Cole, is a high-octane energy booster, poised to etch its dance-pop anthemic charm into the annals of music history.

    By George James, 3 yearsOctober 20, 2023 ago
    Kirk Franklin, Father’s Day [📷: Fo Yo Soul Recordings / RCA]
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    Kirk Franklin, Father’s Day | Album Review 💿

    Ever consistent, Grammy-winning gospel musician Kirk Franklin delivers another anointed, contemporary gospel LP with Father’s Day.

    By the musical hype, 3 yearsOctober 15, 2023 ago

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