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Lil Pump, Racks on Racks [Photo Credit: Warner Bros.]

Lil Pump, Racks on Racks | Track Review

Despite being prolific in regards to releasing music, Lil Pump continues to deliver mediocre quality on his latest single, “Racks on Racks.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsFebruary 7, 2019 ago

Ariana Grande, Thank U, Next [📷 : Republic]

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Ariana Grande, 7 Rings (Remix) | Track Review

Ariana Grande enlists southern rapper 2 Chainz for the remix of her number one hit single, “7 Rings.” The original trumps the remix.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsFebruary 5, 2019 ago

Billie Eilish, When We Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? [📷: Darkroom / Interscope]

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Billie Eilish, Bury a friend | Track Review 🎵

In advance of her full-length debut, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Billie Eilish delivers the entertaining, haunting single, “Bury a friend.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsFebruary 5, 2019 ago

Mike Posner, A Real Good Kid [Photo Credit: Island]

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Mike Posner, A Real Good Kid | Album Review 💿

Despite being underrated throughout his career, Mike Posner comes off incredibly authentic & mature throughout his 3rd LP, ‘A Real Good Kid.’

By the musical hype, 7 yearsFebruary 5, 2019 ago

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James Blake, Assume Form | Album Review 💿

Following a three-year hiatus, Mercury Prize-winning electronic standout James Blake returns with a marvelous fourth album, Assume Form.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsFebruary 4, 2019 ago

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Bring Me the Horizon, amo | Album Review 💿

After a four-year hiatus, English rock band Bring Me the Horizon returns with an alluring, bold & incredibly eclectic 6th studio LP, amo.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsFebruary 1, 2019 ago

Matt Jaffe, The Spirit Catches You [Photo Credit: Matt Jaffe]

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Matt Jaffe, Wicked World | Track & Music Video Review

Singer/songwriter Matt Jaffe collaborates with Oscar-nominated animator Bill Plympton for a highly-entertaining music video, “Wicked World.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsJanuary 31, 2019 ago

Peter Manos, You Don't Know Me [Photo Credits: Peter Manos / Human Re Sources]

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Peter Manos, You Don’t Know Me | Track Review

Rising alternative musician Peter Manos shows immense potential (and vibes) on his second single of 2019, and third overall, “You Don’t Know Me.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsJanuary 31, 2019 ago

Tori Kelly, Change Your Mind [Photo Credit: Capitol]

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Tori Kelly, Change Your Mind | Track Review

After compelling on her 2018 gospel album, Hiding Place, Grammy-nominated singer Tori Kelly returns to pop with a thoughtful new single, “Change Your Mind.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsJanuary 31, 2019 ago

Florence + The Machine, Moderation [Photo Credit: Virgin]

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Florence + The Machine, Haunted House | Track Review

In addition to releasing “Moderation” Post-High as Hope, alternative pop darlings Florence + The Machine also release the brief single, “Haunted House.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsJanuary 31, 2019 ago

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