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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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A Twisted Soundtrack for Ed Gein: Butcher of Plainfield | Playlist

Ed Gein was another one of those terrible serial killers. Here, we’ve compiled 13 songs that make up a Twisted Soundtrack for the Butcher of Plainfield.

Evergreen, Music, Playlists, Pop Culture, True Crime By the musical hype|Aug 7, 2017

Skrillex, ‘Would You Ever’ | Track Review

On “Would You Ever,” Skrillex, assisted by Poo Bear, falls short of his usual EDM glory. At best, “Would You Ever” sounds ordinary.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|Aug 4, 2017

Cardi B, ‘Bodak Yellow’ | Track Review

Rap newcomer Cardi B scores a breakout hit with the uniquely titled “Bodak Yellow.” There’s no shortage of confidence on “Bodak Yellow.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|Aug 4, 2017

The Chart Scoop | Lana Del Rey Edges Tyler the Creator for No. 1

What’s the chart scoop this week? Lana del Rey narrowly beats Tyler, the Creator for no. 1 on the Billboard 200. “Despacito” is STILL no. 1 on the Hot 100.

Columns, Music, Scanning the Charts By the musical hype|Aug 4, 2017