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Blackbear, Help | Album Review 💿

Blackbear shares his demons & showcases tremendous potential on his latest effort, Help. He doesn’t rewrite the R&B script, but, it’s solid.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsJanuary 15, 2016 ago

Conrad Sewell, All I Know - EP © 300 Entertainment:WEA

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Conrad Sewell, All I Know (EP) | Album Review 💿

Conrad Sewell showcases immense potential on his EP, All I Know. He doesn’t rewrite pop-soul, but possesses a potent, killer set of pipes.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsJanuary 11, 2016 ago

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Grimes, Art Angels | Album Review 💿

Alternative musician Grimes delivers a confusing, yet brilliant and ambitious effort with her 2015 album, Art Angels.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsJanuary 4, 2016 ago

Troye Sivan, Blue Neighbourhood [📷: Capitol]

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Troye Sivan, Blue Neighbourhood | Album Review 💿

Troye Sivan shines on his debut album ‘Blue Neighbourhood,’ sharing his world and educating his audience song after song.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 15, 2015 ago

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R. Kelly Up to His Old Tricks on ‘The Buffet’

R. Kelly remains true to himself on his latest album, ‘The Buffet.’ ‘The Buffet’ is a mix between the profane, sex & soul.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 14, 2015 ago

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G-Eazy, When It’s Dark Out | Album Review

Up-and-coming Bay Area rapper G-Eazy drops his sophomore album, ‘When It’s Dark Out’. Eazy remains true to himself, which makes album no. 2 so endearing.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 10, 2015 ago

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Babyface Consistent on ‘Return of the Tender Lover’

Iconic R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface returns with his tenth studio album, Return of the Tender Lover.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 7, 2015 ago

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Kirk Franklin Maintains Consistency on ‘Losing My Religion’

‘Losing My Religion’ is another strong offering from contemporary gospel musician extraordinaire Kirk Franklin. It’s not his best, but it has great moments.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 4, 2015 ago