Wale, The Gifted | Short Take Album Review
Wale is definitely a standout, which should go without saying. His third album, The Gifted, is consistent and exceptional throughout.
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
Wale is definitely a standout, which should go without saying. His third album, The Gifted, is consistent and exceptional throughout.
‘Omens,’ the third studio album by Boulder duo 3OH!3 definitely isn’t profound, but has its moments, assuming get past the dumbness.
‘Yeezus’ doesn’t necessarily supersede the elite Kanye West albums, but it is an ambitious, interesting addition to his discography.
J. Cole delivers a superb effort on his sophomore album, Born Sinner. The album concept remains intact and accessible throughout the effort.
’13,’ the comeback album by iconic metal band Black Sabbath, stands extremely tall. It’s pessimistic, atheistic, and Mephistophelean. Rock on.
On his sophomore album ‘Watching Movies With the Sound Off,’ Mac Miller showcases more maturity compared to his debut album – album cover art aside.
Comic rap trio The Lonely Island both allure and offend on their third studio album, ‘The Wack Album.’ Andy Samberg and company are both unapologetically stupid and incredibly hilarious.
George Benson sounds nowhere near 70 on his latest studio album, ‘Inspiration – A Tribute to Nat King Cole.’ ‘Inspiration’ is consistent from top the bottom.
John Fogerty returns with a star-studded affair on ‘Wrote a Song for Everyone,’ covering his own classics.
On ‘More Than Just A Dream,’ Fitz & The Tandrums deliver a fine album that appeals to an eclectic fan base. It’s Soulful, yet forward thinking.
‘Random Access Memories,’ the thrilling new Daft Punk album, can be likened to your favorite team winning the national championship.
Indie rock darlings Vampire Weekend return as an older, more mature band on their superb third studio album, ‘Modern Vampires of the City.’