Toby Keith, ‘Wacky Tobaccy’ | Track Review
Oklahoma country vet Toby Keith shines on yet another ridiculous single, “Wacky Tobaccy,” a gem from his new album, ‘The Bus Songs.’
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
Read MoreToby Keith, ‘Wacky Tobaccy’ | Track Review
Marvin Sapp, ‘Close’ | Track Review
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Pastor Marvin Sapp shines on “Close,” the uplifting promo single from his new album of the same title, arriving September 29.
Music Shopping List | Thomas Rhett Returns With ‘Life Changes’
Thomas Rhett, Jack Johnson, and The National are among the star-studded list of artists dropping new albums on September 8, 2017.
ODESZA, ‘Line of Sight’ | Track Review
Electronic duo ODESZA concocts a gem with “Line of Sight,” one of five promo singles from their sophomore album, A Moment Apart.
Death from Above 1979, ‘Holy Books’ | Track Review
Death from Above 1979 are opposed to those “Holy Books” on their high-flying third single from their third album, ‘Outrage! Is Now.’
Kip Moore, ‘The Bull’ | Track Review
Kip Moore delivers a strong, energetic performance on “The Bull,” a promo single from his anticipated third studio album, ‘Slowheart.’
Charlie Puth, ‘Attention (Remix)’ | Track Review
KYLE joins Charlie Puth on a remix of his hit single, “Attention.” “Attention (Remix)” is enjoyable, but doesn’t supplant the original.
Maroon 5, ‘What Lovers Do’ | Track Review
Pop darlings Maroon 5, assisted by SZA, returns with a catchy, sexy new single, “What Lovers Do.” It’s catchy, not groundbreaking.
Thomas Rhett, ‘Life Changes’ | Track Review
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Eclectic country artist Thomas Rhett shines on “Life Changes,” the pop-oriented title track from his third studio album.
Beck, ‘Dreams’ | Track Review
Beck continues to showcase he’s the coolest middle-aged dude in the music industry on “Dreams,” the earliest and oldest single from his album, 'Colors.'
Lil Uzi Vert, Luv is Rage 2 | Album Review
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Lil Uzi Vert showcases his idiosyncrasies and potential on his proper debut album, ‘Luv is Rage 2.’ Unfortunately, the LP falls short of the glory.
Gucci Mane, ‘Tone It Down’ | Track Review
Gucci Mane offers more of the same on “Tone It Down,” a promo single from his new album, ‘Mr. Davis.’ He enlists Chris Brown for even more saturation.
Queens of the Stone Age, Villains | Album Review
Queens of the Stone Age returns strong with the utmost consistency on their compelling, hard rocking new album, ‘Villains.’
Death from Above 1979, ‘Freeze Me’ | Track Review
Death from Above 1979 are amped up on fun, energetic single, “Freeze Me,” from their third album, ‘Outrage is Now!’
The Script, ‘Love Not Lovers’ | Track Review
The Script continues to build the case for their latest album ‘Freedom Child’ with its third single, “Love Not Lovers.”
The Script, ‘Written in the Scars’ | Track Review
Dublin pop/rock band The Script shines on “Written in the Scars,” the thoughtful second single from new album, ‘Freedom Child.’
Yo Gotti, ‘Rake It Up’ | Track Review
Memphis rapper Yo Gotti enlists Nicki Minaj for another infectious, irresistible banger, “Rake it Up.”
Dustin Lynch, ‘Why We Call Each Other’ | Track Review
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Dustin Lynch continues to shine on “Why We Call Each Other,” the fourth single from his highly anticipated third album, ‘Current Mood.’
Hoodie Allen, ‘Sushi’ | Track Review
New York rapper Hoodie Allen returns with the scrumptious “Sushi,” the promo single for his third studio album, ‘The Hype.’
Action Bronson, Blue Chips 7000 | Album Review
Action Bronson returns with his major-label sophomore album, ‘Blue Chips 7000.’ The rapper’s flow and knack for storytelling remains intact.
Fifth Harmony, Fifth Harmony | Album Review
‘Fifth Harmony,’ the self-titled third album from Fifth Harmony is a slim, enjoyable effort, but not game changing or incredibly memorable.
Foo Fighters, ‘The Sky Is a Neighborhood’ | Track Review
Foo Fighters nail it on “The Sky Is a Neighborhood,” the second single from their highly-anticipated album, ‘Concrete and Gold.’
The Script, ‘Rain’ | Track Review
Dublin rock band The Script delivers a ‘sunny’ winner on ‘Rain,’ the exuberant promo single from new album, ‘Freedom Child.’
Daniel Caesar, Freudian | Album Review 💿
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Canadian R&B newcomer Daniel Caesar shows incredible potential on his debut album, ‘Freudian,’ which fuses love and spirituality.
Beck, ‘Dear Life’ | Track Review
Beck continues to captivate with throwback joint “Dear Life,” the third single from his highly-anticipated album, ‘Colors.’
Beck, ‘Wow’ | Track Review
Beck makes a dramatic departure from his sound on ‘Morning Phase’ with “Wow,” the second single from ‘Colors.’
Miley Cyrus, Inspired | Track Review 🎵
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Miley Cyrus has some moments on “Inspired,” but ultimately, the forgotten ‘Younger Now’ pre-release feels a bit undercooked.