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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

Kim Petras, Feed The Beast [📷: Amigo / Republic]

Kim Petras, Feed The Beast | Album Review 💿

Although it has some great moments, Kim Petras’ debut album, Feed The Beast is enjoyable but not consistently ‘beastly’ as its title suggests.

By the musical hype, 1 yearJune 30, 2023 ago

Kelly Clarkson, chemistry [📷: Kelly Clarkson / Atlantic]

Kelly Clarkson, chemistry | Album Review 💿

Grammy-winning pop superstar Kelly Clarkson remains a steady, consistent artist on her tenth album, the divorce-fueled chemistry.

By the musical hype, 1 yearJune 29, 2023 ago

Foo Fighters, But Here We Are [📷: Roswell]

Foo Fighters, But Here We Are | Album Review 💿

In the midst of grief and tragedy, Dave Grohl and Foo Fighters deliver a consistent, incredibly well executed 11th studio album with But Here We Are.

By the musical hype, 1 yearJune 15, 2023 ago

Janelle Monáe, The Age of Pleasure [📷: Wondaland Productions LLC / Bad Boy Records LLC]

Janelle Monáe, The Age of Pleasure | Album Review 💿

After a five-year hiatus, Grammy-nominated actress/singer Janelle Monáe makes a bold, risqué, and triumphant return with The Age of Pleasure.

By the musical hype, 1 yearJune 14, 2023 ago

Jake Shears, Last Man Dancing [📷: Boys Keep Swinging / Mute Artists Ltd]

Jake Shears, Last Man Dancing | Album Review 💿

Following a five-year hiatus, Jake Shears returns Last Man Dancing, one of the most consistent, danceable, and entertaining albums of 2023.

By the musical hype, 1 yearJune 7, 2023 ago

Jxckson, THE DEEP END (EP) [📷: Jxckson Music]

Jxckson, THE DEEP END (EP) | Album Review 💿

Talented Austin, Texas-based pop artist Jxckson shines on his six-track EP, the satisfyingly dark, THE DEEP END.

By the musical hype, 2 yearsMay 29, 2023 ago

Angie Stone, Love Language [📷: Conjunction Entertainment / SoNo Recording Group]

Angie Stone, Love Language | Album Review 💿

Neo-soul vet Angie Stone comes on strong on her brief but well-rounded, love-driven 10th studio album, 💿 Love Language.

By the musical hype, 2 yearsMay 22, 2023 ago

Jonas Brothers, The Album [📷: Jonas Brothers Recording / Republic]

Jonas Brothers, The Album | Album Review 💿

Jonas Brothers’ The Album is better than expected. Still, the album lacks cohesiveness and doesn’t really move the needle in the band’s career.

By the musical hype, 2 yearsMay 17, 2023 ago

Jack Harlow, Jackman. [📷: Generation Now / Atlantic]

Jack Harlow, Jackman. | Album Review 💿

Although imperfect, Jackman. finds Grammy-nominated rapper Jack Harlow showing artistic growth – taking a step in the right direction.

By the musical hype, 2 yearsMay 4, 2023 ago

Ryan Beatty, Calico [📷: Warner Music UK]

Ryan Beatty, Calico | Album Review 💿

With the release of his third studio, Calico, alternative pop singer/songwriter Ryan Beatty releases arguably his best work to date.

By the musical hype, 2 yearsMay 3, 2023 ago

Smokey Robinson, Gasms [📷: Smokey Robinson]

Smokey Robinson, Gasms | Album Review 💿

Iconic Motown singer/songwriter Smokey Robinson delivers an enjoyable album with Gasms, his first LP in nine years.

By the musical hype, 2 yearsApril 29, 2023 ago

JORDY, BOY [📷: 300 Entertainment]

JORDY, BOY | Album Review 💿

Los Angeles-based pop singer/songwriter JORDY gets personal on his short but sweet and relatable sophomore album, BOY.

By the musical hype, 2 yearsApril 27, 2023 ago

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