When a band loses its frontman, the usual outcome is either a respectful disbandment or an ill-advised replacement. Ricky Barson chose a third, far braver path.
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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.
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Intriguing columns including Covers, Head 2 Head, Midnight Heat, Music Lifts, Throwback Vibez & LGBTQ Bopz among others.
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Sasha Keable, tell me what you want | Beaming with Pride
In the 12th edition of Beaming with Pride (2026), we highlight “tell me what you want” performed by British/Colombian R&B musician Sasha Keable.
Ryan Cassata & The Taxpayers, We Don’t F*** With Cops | Song Review
Ryan Cassata & The Taxpayers drop a brief but bold, spirited, and thought-provoking song with “We Don’t F*** With Cops.”
Bill Withers, Let It Be | COVERS
In the second edition of COVERS (2026), Bill Withers delivers a compelling rendition of “Let It Be,” originally performed by The Beatles.
Björk, Cosmogony | Wacky Wednesday
In the sixth edition of Wacky Wednesday (2026), we break down the unique “Cosmogony,” performed by Grammy-nominated Icelandic musician, Björk.
Brunio Who, Brunio’s Mind | Song Review
Brunio Who Returns With "Brunio's Mind."
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