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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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Tyler, the Creator, ‘435’ | Track Review

Though it’s incredibly short and sweet, Grammy-nominated rapper Tyler, the Creator proves he’s on ‘autopilot’ on single “435.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|May 24, 2018

ZAYN, ‘Entertainer’ | Track Review

Perhaps it’s not as accomplished as “Let Me,” British urban-pop standout ZAYN definitely entertains and builds excitement for his sophomore album with single “Entertainer.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|May 24, 2018

Trent Harmon, You Got ‘Em All | Album Review

Trent Harmon releases his long-awaited, full-length debut album, You Got ‘Em Alltwo years after winning the 15thseason of American Idol.

Album 💿, Music, Pop Culture, Reviews By the musical hype|May 24, 2018

13 Songs Featuring ‘Fall’ in their Song Title | Playlist

13 Songs Featuring ‘Fall’ in their Song Title features music courtesy of Christina Aguilera, Chloe x Halle, J. Cole, ODESZA & Phantogram.

Evergreen, Music, Playlists, Pop Culture By the musical hype|May 24, 2018

Kris Wu, ‘Like That’ | Track Review

Rising Chinese musician and actor Kris Wu sounds buttery smooth on his latest urban-contemporary/pop-rap single, “Like That.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|May 23, 2018

Cheat Codes, ‘I Love It’ | Track Review

Rising Los Angeles, California DJ trio Cheat Codes compels once again on their brief, question-filled single, “I Love It,” featuring Canadian EDM duo DVBBS.