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A$AP Rocky, Sundress [Photo Credit: RCA]

A$AP Rocky, ‘Sundress’ | Track Review

New York rapper A$AP Rocky continues to ‘test’ the listeners on his new, brief, and groovy Tame Impala-fueled single, “Sundress.”

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 26, 2018 ago

Anthony Russo, It's a Risk / Kings & Queens [Photo Credits: Sewing Apples / RVG]

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Anthony Russo, ‘Kings and Queens’ | Track Review

Midwest-bred, Cali-based pop singer Anthony Russo is willing to change, opening himself up to love on his relatable new single, “Kings and Queens.”

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 26, 2018 ago

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Anthony Russo, ‘It’s a Risk’ | Track Review

Anthony Russo, a rising pop artist bred in the Midwest but based in California, continues to build a case for himself on his latest single, “It’s a Risk.”

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 26, 2018 ago

Billie Eilish, Come Out and Play [Photo Credits: Darkroom / Interscope]

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Billie Eilish, ‘Come Out and Play’ | Track Review

Teen alternative pop musician Billie Eilish shows off her classy, calm, cool, and collected side on her latest single, “Come Out and Play.”

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 26, 2018 ago

Anderson .Paak, Oxnard [📷: Aftermath / 12Tone Music]

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Anderson .Paak, Oxnard | Album Review 💿

Although it’s ‘all over the place’ and runs a bit long, rapper, singer & producer Anderson .Paak still delivers a compelling third LP with ‘Oxnard.’

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 26, 2018 ago

Alessia Cara, The Pains of Growing [📷: Def Jam]

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Alessia Cara, ‘Not Today’ | Track Review

Grammy-winning pop artist Alessia Cara continues to build excitement for her sophomore LP, ‘The Pains of Growing,’ on her 4th advanced single, “Not Today.”

By the musical hype, 8 years ago

Alec Benjamin, Narrated for You [📷: Alec Benjamin]

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Alec Benjamin, Narrated for You | Album Review 💿

Rising Arizona pop singer/songwriter Alec Benjamin showcases immense potential on his debut mixtape, ‘Narrated for You.’

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 22, 2018 ago

Restless Modern, Things for the Future [Photo Credit: RM Reach]

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Restless Modern, ‘Things for the Future’ | Track Review

Restless Modern continues his music ascent on “Things for the Future,” delivering thoughtful, relatable lyrics, balanced production, and honest vocals.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 21, 2018 ago

Dylan Scott, Nothing to Do Town [Photo Credit: Curb]

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Dylan Scott, ‘Nothing to Do Town’ | Track Review

Country singer Dylan Scott delivers a respectable single in “Nothing to Do Town” that appeals to his base, though takes few risks to potentially crossover.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 21, 2018 ago