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Trey Songz, Shootin Shots [Photo Credit: Atlantic]

Trey Songz, ‘Shootin Shots’ | Track Review

Trey Songz keeps his overt sexual formula ‘alive and well’ on single “Shootin Shots,” which features appearances from Ty Dolla $ign and Tory Lanez.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsNovember 5, 2018 ago

Martin Garrix, Dreamer [Photo Credit: Epic Amsterdam]

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Martin Garrix, ‘Dreamer’ | Track Review

Martin Garrix continues his ascent in the dance game with his bright, inspirational, and uplifting gem, “Dreamer,” featuring R&B singer Mike Yung.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsNovember 5, 2018 ago

Imagine Dragons, Origins [Photo Credit: Interscope]

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Imagine Dragons, ‘Machine’ | Track Review

Grammy-winning alternative collective Imagine Dragons release “Machine,” their third advance single from their fourth studio album, ‘Origins.’

By the musical hype, 7 yearsNovember 5, 2018 ago

The Chainsmokers, Siren [Photo Credits: Disruptor / Columbia]

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The Chainsmokers, Siren | Track Review

Continuing to release singles throughout 2018, Production/DJ duo The Chainsmokers return with the brief, enjoyable “Siren,” co-produced by Aazar.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsNovember 1, 2018 ago

Lauren Jaurengui, Expectations [Photo Credit: Columbia]

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Lauren Jauregui, Expectations | Track Review

Lauren Jauregui proves she has the chops to be a compelling, truly viable pop artist on her soulful, solo debut single, “Expectations.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsNovember 1, 2018 ago

Takeoff, Last Memory [Photo Credit: Quality Control / Motown / Capitol]

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Takeoff, Last Memory | Track Review

Takeoff of Southern rap trio Migos, drops his debut solo single, “Last Memory.” The results are respectable, but not ‘earth shattering.’

By the musical hype, 7 yearsNovember 1, 2018 ago

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Jon Bellion, JT | Track Review

Following “Conversations With my Wife,” Pop singer, songwriter, and producer Jon Bellion returns with another compelling single, “JT.”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsNovember 1, 2018 ago

Ellie Goulding x Diplo, Close to Me [Photo Credit: Polydor]

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Ellie Goulding & Diplo, Close to Me | Track Review

British pop artist Ellie Goulding and American producer extraordinaire Diplo collaborate on “Close to Me,” which also features rapper/singer Swae Lee.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsOctober 31, 2018 ago

Cameron Dallas, Why Haven't I Met You? [Photo Credit: Columbia]

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Cameron Dallas, Why Haven’t I Met You? | Track Review

Actor and Internet personality Cameron Dallas tries his hand at music once more, dropping the low-key, urban-pop single, “Why Haven’t I Met You?”

By the musical hype, 7 yearsOctober 31, 2018 ago

Joji, BALLADS 1 [Photo Credits: 88rising / 12Tone Music]

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Joji, BALLADS 1 | Album Review 💿

Rising alternative R&B artist Joji showcases ample potential on his moody, full-length, debut studio album, ‘BALLADS 1.’ The vibes are real. 88rising truly is rising. Joji is on the roster of the mass media company, which is getting incredible buzz as a record label highlighting Asian artists. The alternative R&B Read more

By the musical hype, 7 yearsOctober 31, 2018 ago