Getting to Know… Hellaphant | Interview 🎤
![Getting to Know… Hellaphant: Interview No. 359 [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Hellaphant; Tumisu via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/getting-to-know-hellaphant-interview-359.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 359th Q&A in our Getting to Know… series, singer Garrington gives us the inside scoop on his angst-filled, power pop band, Hellaphant.
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Maroon 5, Middle Ground | Track Review 🎵
![Maroon 5, Middle Ground [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Interscope; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/maroon-5-middle-ground-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Although short of a triumphant comeback, Adam Levin and Maroon 5 manage to ‘step up their game’ a notch on the thoughtful single, “Middle Ground.”
H.E.R., The Journey | Track Review 🎵
![H.E.R., The Journey [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; RCA; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/her-the-journey-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Decorated R&B singer/songwriter H.E.R. shines on her first single of 2023, the encouraging and uplifting, “The Journey.”
Anthony David, Grandma’s Hands | COVERS
![Anthony David, “Grandma’s Hands”: Covers No. 22 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner /The Musical Hype; Shanachie Ent. Corp.; Paul Brennan from Pixabay; Sdf Rahbar on Unsplash]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/anthony-david-grandmas-hands-covers-22-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 22nd edition of COVERS (2023), Anthony David delivers a compelling rendition of “Grandma’s Hands,” originally performed by Bill Withers.
Julia Thomsen, Eternal Love | Track Review 🎵
'Eternal Love,' the latest release by Julia Thomsen, is a breathtaking musical composition that effortlessly lifts the listener's mood & captivates the senses.
Kingdumb, Sun Blinging | Track Review 🎵
![Kingdumb, Sun Blinging [📷: Kingdumb]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/sun-blinging-artwork-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
With his latest track, 'Sun Blinging', Kingdumb proves he is a dominant force in the electronic-pop game. Read the full review here.
11 Captivating Songs Where the Hunt is on | Playlist 🎧
![11 Captivating Songs Where The Hunt is On [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Harrison Haines via Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/11-captivating-songs-where-the-hunt-is-on.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
11 Captivating Songs Where the Hunt is on features music courtesy of Björk, Ghost, Jess Williamson, Rauw Alejandro, and Ryan Beatty.
Hate | 3 to 5 BOPS
![Hate: 3 to 5 BOPS No. 41 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Tima Miroshnichenko via Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hate-3-to-5-bops-41-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Hate: 3 to 5 BOPS No. 41 (2023), features musical BOPS courtesy of Kehlani, Marsha Ambrosius, P!nk, Queen Naija, and SZA.
Getting to Know… Kyle Kendall (01:25) | Interview 🎤
![Getting to Know… Kyle Kendall (01:25): Interview No. 358 [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Kyle Kendall; Tumisu via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/getting-to-know-kyle-kendall-interview-358.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 358th Q&A in our Getting to Know… series, Kyle Kendall gives us the inside scoop on his solo project, 01:25.
Angie Stone, Kiss You | Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥
![Angie Stone, “Kiss You”: Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 No. 41 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Conjunction Entertainment / SoNo Recording Group; Ash via Pexels; Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Dorothe, Stefan Schweihofer via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/angie-stone-kiss-you-midnight-heat-41-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 41st edition of Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 (2023), we explore the naughty, sexy vibes behind “Kiss You” by Angie Stone.
My Chemical Romance, Cancer | FIERCE Pop + Rock 🔥🤘
![My Chemical Romance, “Cancer”: FIERCE Pop + Rock 🔥🤘 No. 24 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Conna Lee, Madelin Berry, anna-m. w., Johan Duran, RODNAE Productions via Pexels; Pete Linforth via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/my-chemical-romance-cancer-fierce-pop-rock-24-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 24th edition of FIERCE Pop + Rock 🔥🤘, we highlight “Cancer” performed by My Chemcal Romance.
Post Malone, Mourning | Track Review 🎵
![Post Malone, “Mourning” [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Mercury / Republic; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/post-malone-mourning.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
On “Mourning,” the short but sweet second single from his fifth album, Austin, Post Malone is honest about his alcohol issues.
Bad Bunny, WHERE SHE GOES | Track Review 🎵
![Bad Bunny, “WHERE SHE GOES” [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Rimas Entertainment LLC; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/bad-bunny-where-she-goes-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny continues his hot streak with the utterly thrilling single, “WHERE SHE GOES.”
Conan Gray, Never Ending Song | Track Review 🎵
![Conan Gray, “Never Ending Song” [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Republic; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/conan-gray-never-ending-song-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Handsome and talented pop singer/songwriter Conan Gray returns with another must-hear hit single, “Never Ending Song.”
Angie Stone, Love Language | Album Review 💿
![Angie Stone, Love Language [📷: Conjunction Entertainment / SoNo Recording Group]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/angie-stone-love-language-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Neo-soul vet Angie Stone comes on strong on her brief but well-rounded, love-driven 10th studio album, 💿 Love Language.
13 Songs That Exhibit That Midnight Heat 🔥 | Playlist 🎧
![13 Songs That Exhibit That Midnight Heat 🔥 [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Ash, Ketut Subiyanto, Ozan Çulha, Tim Samuel, Wesley Davi via Pexels; M. Maggs from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/13-songs-that-exhibit-that-midnight-heat.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
13 Songs That Exhibit That Midnight Heat 🔥 features music courtesy of Alex Vaughn, Bad Bunny, Coco Jones, Jackson Wang x Ciara, and Tyler Childers.
Demi Lovato, ICU (Madison’s Lullabye) | Music Lifts 🎶 🏋
![Demi Lovato, “ICU (Madison’s Lullabye)”: Music Lifts 🎶 🏋 No. 27 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Island; cottonbro studio, Itzel Sandoval, Neeraj Nagdeve via Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/demi-lovato-icu-music-lifts-26-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 27th edition of Music Lifts (2023), we’re uplifted by Demi Lovato performing, “ICU (Madison’s Lullabye).”
Getting to Know… Radioactive Pineapple | Interview 🎤
![Getting to Know… Radioactive Pineapple: Interview No. 357 [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Radioactive Pineapple; Tumisu via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/getting-to-know-radioactive-pineapple-interview-357.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 357th Q&A in our Getting to Know… series, Jake gives us the inside scoop from his band, Helsinki, Finland’s own Radioactive Pineapple.
Bobby Caldwell vs. John Legend | Head 2 Head 🗣️
![Bobby Caldwell vs. John Legend: Head 2 Head 🗣️ No. 20 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Big Deal, Getting Out Our Dreams / Columbia; Antoni Shkraba via Pexels; andresilva5, talha khalil, Valentin Tikhonov via Pixabay; Nick Wang on Unsplash]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/bobby-caldwell-john-legend-head-2-head-20-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 20th edition of Head 🗣️ 2 Head 🗣️ (2023), Bobby Caldwell and John Legend contend for the best rendition of “Open Your Eyes.”
Just Shy, Sea Can’t Cure | Track Review 🎵
![Just Shy, Sea Can't Cure [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; John Rowley; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/just-shy-sea-cant-cure-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Talented Australian pop artist Just Shy brings heat, ‘hanxiety,’ melancholy, and slick synth pop on his marvelous single, “Sea Can’t Cure.”
Jejune, Boogie Juice | Track Review 🎵
Jejune, the indie-pop group, deliver a remarkable debut single with 'Boogie Juice'. This track leaves a lasting impression and exudes a feel-good energy.
13 Songs Where the FEEL is Real | Playlist 🎧
![13 Songs Where the FEEL is Real [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Daria Ivanenko, lucas souza via Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/13-songs-where-the-feel-is-real.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
13 Songs Where the FEEL is Real features tunes courtesy of Ice Spice, Labrinth, Lucky Daye, Måneskin & The Weeknd.
Angie Stone, The Gym | Track Review 🎵
![Angie Stone, “The Gym” [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Conjunction Entertainment / SoNo Recording Group; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/angie-stone-the-gym.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
R&B veteran Angie Stone taps fellow R&B vet, Musiq Soulchild, for “The Gym,” the stellar promo single from her 10th studio album, Love Language.
Kisos, Bite Your Tongue | Track Review 🎵
![Kisos, Bite Your Tongue [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Miller Place; OpenClipart-Vectors, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kisos-bite-your-tongue-1.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Pop singer/songwriter Kisos drops a brilliant, must-hear, socially conscious single, “Bite Your Tongue” that drags passive and unfeeling folks.
Gossip | 3 to 5 BOPS
![Gossip: 3 to 5 BOPS No. 40 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Keira Burton via Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/gossip-3-to-5-bops-40-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Gossip: 3 to 5 BOPS No. 40 (2023), features musical BOPS courtesy of Big Boi, Lizzo, Måneskin, Marc E. Bassy, and Missy Elliott.
Jerry Butler, Ain’t Understanding Mellow | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
![Jerry Butler, “Ain’t Understanding Mellow”: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 79 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; The Island Def Jam Music Group; John Alan Sperry, PIRO via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/jerry-butler-aint-understanding-mellow-throwback-vibez-79-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 79th edition of Throwback Vibez (2023), we recollect and reflect on “Ain’t Understanding Mellow” by Jerry Butler.
Jackson Wang & Ciara, Slow | Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥
![Jackson Wang & Ciara, “Slow”: Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 No. 40 (2023) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; TEAM WANG / 88rising / Warner; Ash via Pexels; Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Dorothe, Stefan Schweihofer via Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/jackson-wang-ciara-slow-midnight-heat-40-2023.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 40th edition of Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 (2023), we explore the naughty, sexy vibes behind “Slow” by Jackson Wang and Ciara.