Lil Xan, ‘Slingshot’ | Track Review
Rising rapper Lil Xan keeps things extremely short on “Slingshot,” a one-minute-and-a-half single issued in advance of his debut album, ‘TOTAL XANARCHY.’
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
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George Ezra, ‘Saviour’ | Track Review
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British singer-songwriter George Ezra returns with “Saviour,” the final advance single from his highly-anticipated sophomore album, ‘Staying at Tamara’s.’ He’s assisted by First Aid Kit.
Golden Songs, Vol. 2 | Playlist
Prepare to get golden! ‘Golden Songs, Vol. 2’ features 20 songs that feature the world ‘gold’ in some form or fashion within their respective song title.
Toni Braxton, ‘Sex & Cigarettes’ | Track Review
Fierce at 50 years old, Toni Braxton keeps R&B alive and well on “Sex & Cigarettes,” the title track from her eighth studio album.
Leon Bridges, ‘Bet Ain’t Worth the Hand’ | Track Review
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Following a fine debut album in 2015 (‘Coming Home’), Leon Bridges returns in 2018 with two new singles, including gorgeous retro-soul ballad, “Bet Ain’t Worth the Hand.”
PRETTYMUCH, ‘Healthy’ | Track Review
PRETTYMUCH continues to build its case a pop’s next big-time boy band with its ‘nutritious’ new single, “Healthy.”
Charlie Puth, ‘Done for Me’ | Track Review
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On “Done for Me,” the fourth single from his sophomore album 'Voicenotes,' Charlie Puth continues to show greater maturity as an artist. He taps Kehlani for the assist.
The Chainsmokers, ‘Everybody Hates Me’ | Track Review
Drew Taggart of The Chainsmokers keeps on singing in utterly pessimistic fashion on the duo’s third single of 2018, “Everybody Hates Me.”
XXXTENTACION, ? | Album Review
XXXTENTACION returns with another brief, eclectic effort, ‘?’. The album is ‘all over the place,’ but has its fair share of moments.
Kygo, ‘Remind Me to Forget’ | Track Review
Norwegian DJ/producer Kygo taps Grammy-winning urban contemporary artist Miguel for heartbreak, dance-pop single, “Remind Me to Forget.”
Lil Xan, ‘Betrayed (Remix)’ | Track Review
With the announcement of his debut album, ‘TOTAL XANARCHY,’ rising rapper Lil Xan releases the remix of single “Betrayed,” featuring Rich the Kid and Yo Gotti.
Lil Dicky, ‘Freaky Friday’ | Track Review
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Lil Dicky returns as ridiculously as ever on single “Freaky Friday.” The former XXL Freshman is assisted by the ubiquitous Chris Brown.
Halsey, ‘Alone’ | Track Review
Halsey drops a remix of her soulful standout “Alone” from ‘Hopeless Fountain Kingdom.’ She’s assisted by Big Sean and Stefflon Don.
Brett Young, ‘Mercy’ | Track Review
Rising California country singer-songwriter shines on “Mercy,” a ‘late’ single issued from his 2017 self-titled debut album.
13 Basketball Songs to Celebrate March Madness | Playlist 🎧
‘13 Basketball Songs to Celebrate March Madness’ features contributions from Cheech & Chong, Future, Katy Perry, Kurtis Blow & Lil Pump.
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Tearing at the Seams | Album Review
Retro rock collective Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats ‘show out’ on their latest album, ‘Tearing at the Seams.’
Years & Years, ‘Sanctify’ | Track Review
British electro-pop band Years & Years, led by Olly Alexander, brilliantly fuse sexuality and spirituality on thrilling single, "Sanctify."
The Neighbourhood, The Neighbourhood | Album Review
Although it’s imperfect, The Neighbourhood deliver their best and most compelling album to date with their self-titled, third full-length.
Absolutely Filthy Death Metal Songs, Vol. 1 | Playlist
Absolutely Filthy Death Metal Songs, Vol. 1 is comprised of 13 shocking, extremely bold death metal songs. Featured bands include Cattle Decapitation, Devourment, and Infant Annihilator.
Levi Hummon, ‘Songs We Sang’ | Track Review
Rising country singer/songwriter Levi Hummon shows potential and promise beyond Nashville on his easygoing, fun single, “Songs We Sang.”
Logic, Bobby Tarantino II | Album Review 💿
Logic, fresh off a monstrous year in 2017, returns with ‘Bobby Tarantino II,’ the follow-up to his 2016 mixtape. Generally, there’s more ‘turn up’ and less ‘substance.’
Pentatonix, ‘New Rules x Are You That Somebody’ | Track Review
With the announcement of new album, ‘PTX Presents: Top Pop, Vol. I.,’ standout a cappella group Pentatonix release a second single, mashup “New Rules x Are You That Somebody?”
31 Rolls-Royce Wraith Songs: The Expanded Edition | Playlist
Rappers and Singers alike have a deep love for a particular foreign car – The Rolls-Royce Wraith. This playlist features a variety of songs that reference the $300,000+ luxury coupe.
John Newman, ‘Fire in Me’ | Track Review
British pop-soul standout John Newman makes a truly ‘fierce’ return with his new, soulful-pop single, “Fire in Me.”
Lil Yachty, Lil Boat 2 | Album Review
Following the disastrous ‘Teenage Emotions,’ rapper Lil Yachty returns with a new mixtape, ‘Lil Boat 2.’ Showing potential at times, he’s still a work in progress.
Ultra-Lux: 17 Rap Songs with Lyrics Referencing Patek | Playlist
Ultra-Lux: 17 Rap Songs with Lyrics Referencing Patek features songs referencing Patek watches. Gucci Mane, Migos & Young Thug are featured.
George Ezra, ‘Hold My Girl’ | Track Review
Always consistent, singer-songwriter George Ezra returns with “Hold My Girl,” the fourth single released in advance of sophomore album, ‘Staying at Tamara’s.’