Blackbear, Anonymous | Album Review 💿
R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Blackbear makes an enjoyable, if ‘heartbroken’ return with his fifth studio album, ANONYMOUS.
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R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Blackbear makes an enjoyable, if ‘heartbroken’ return with his fifth studio album, ANONYMOUS.
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