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Blood Orange, Negro Swan [Photo Credit: Domino]

Blood Orange, ‘Charcoal Baby’ | Track Review

Blood Orange (Dev Hynes), makes a compelling return with “Charcoal Baby,” an advance single from his fourth studio album, ‘Negro Swan.’

By the musical hype, 8 yearsAugust 1, 2018 ago

Smokepurpp, Nephew [Photo Credits: Alamo / Interscope]

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Smokepurpp, ‘Nephew’ | Track Review

Smokepurpp continues to be light on substance on his latest single, “Nephew.” Nonetheless, he and featured guest Lil Pump provide some replay value.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago

BROCKHAMPTON, 1997 DIANA [Photo Credit: RCA]

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BROCKHAMPTON, ‘1997 Diana’ | Track Review

LA-based hip-hop collective BROCKHAMPTON follows up “1999 WILDFIRE” and “1998 TRUMAN,” with their third single of 2018, “1997 DIANA.”

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago

The Chainsmokers, Side Effects [Photo Credits: Disruptor / Columbia]

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The Chainsmokers, ‘Side Effects’ | Track Review

Grammy-winning dance/pop production duo The Chainsmokers return with a new single, “Side Effects,” featuring frequent collaborator, Emily Warren.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago

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Faith Evans, ‘A Minute’ | Track Review

Veteran R&B artist Faith Evans enlists new hubby and singer Stevie J on her romantic new single, “A Minute.” It’s imperfect, but respectable.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago

YG, Stay Dangerous [Photo Credit: Def Jam]

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YG, ‘Handgun’ | Track Review

YG taps A$AP Rocky for “Handgun,” the third advance from his third studio LP, ‘Stay Dangerous.’ While relatively catchy, the record is a bit underwhelming.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago

Jordan Smith, Only Love [Photo Credit: Republic]

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Jordan Smith, ‘Feel Good’ | Track Review

The Voice Season 9 winner Jordan Smith makes a short, but sweet, energetic and spirited return with his uplifting single, “Feel Good.”

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago

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RL Grime, ‘Light Me Up’ | Track Review

Miguel and Julia Michaels appear on “Light Me Up,” one of the bright spots from ‘NOVA,’ the sophomore LP from electronic producer RL Grime.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago

Lil Phag, God Hates Lil Phag [Photo Credit: the @ pak]

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LIL PHAG, God Hates LIL PHAG | Album Review

Lil Phag (Elijah Daniel), drops an outlandish, comedic rap album, ‘God Hates Lil Phag,’ focused on clout, along with sex jokes and assists from friends.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsJuly 31, 2018 ago