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Why The Musical Hype is poppin'

The Musical Hype is an all-encompassing music blog featuring album + song reviews, playlists, interviews & various columns.

Song Reviews

Songs of various musical styles are reviewed.

Album Reviews

Albums of various styles are reviewed.

Playlists

Playlists rank among our proudest achievements.

Interviews

Q&As with intriguing musicians & bands.

Columns

Intriguing columns including Covers, Head 2 Head, Midnight Heat, Music Lifts, Throwback Vibez & LGBTQ Bopz among others.

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Wham!, Love Machine | COVERS

In the 14th edition of COVERS (2025), Wham! delivers a compelling rendition of “Love Machine,” originally performed by The Miracles.

Columns, COVERS, LGBTQ, Music, Pop Culture By the musical hype|May 14, 2025

Klovis Gaynor & The Urinal Cakes, THE METH SONG | Wacky Wednesday

In the 20th edition of Wacky Wednesday (2025), we break down the unique song, “THE METH SONG” performed by Klovis Gaynor & The Urinal Cakes.

Columns, LGBTQ, Music, Wacky Wednesday By the musical hype|May 14, 2025

13 Songs That Feature T-H-A-T | Playlist 🎧

13 Songs That Feature T-H-A-T features songs by Bruno Mars, Future & Metro Boomin, Gracie Abrams, Post Malone, Ruben, and The Isley Brothers.

Evergreen, LGBTQ, Music, Playlists, Pop Culture By the musical hype|May 14, 2025

Playaz Circle, Duffle Bag Boy | 1 Hit WONDERful

In the 18th edition of 1 Hit WONDERful (2025), we highlight “Duffle Bag Boy” performed by Playaz Circle featuring Lil Wayne.

1 Hit WONDERful 👏👏👏, Columns, Music By the musical hype|May 13, 2025

Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers, Bustin’ Loose | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶

In the 76th edition of Throwback Vibez (2025), we recollect and reflect on “Bustin’ Loose” by Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers.

Columns, Music, Throwback Vibez By the musical hype|May 13, 2025

The Secret Radio, Swimming Pool On Mars | Track Review 🎵

With their new single, "Swimming Pool On Mars," indie rockers from NY, The Secret Radio, stand out with vigour!

Guest Posts, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By George James|May 13, 2025

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