Striking Bops from January 2026 features songs by Ari Lennox, A$AP Rocky, Bruno Mars, Charli XCX, Harry Styles, and Jill Scott.
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The Musical Hype is an all-encompassing music blog featuring album + song reviews, playlists, interviews & various columns.
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Songs of various musical styles are reviewed.
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Albums of various styles are reviewed.
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Playlists rank among our proudest achievements.
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Robyn, Sexistential | Spicy Tunez
In the ninth edition of Spicy Tunez (2026), we explore the eyebrow-raising, naughty, sexed-up vibes behind “Sexistential” by Robyn.
Barry Manilow, Mandy | Throwback Vibez
In the 13th edition of Throwback Vibez (2026), we reflect on “Mandy” by the gifted, Grammy-winning pop musician, Barry Manilow.
The Boot Scootin’ Sissies, I Ain’t Gay | Beaming with Pride
In the eighth edition of Beaming with Pride (2026), we highlight “I Ain’t Gay (But My Boyfriend Is)” performed by The Boot Scootin’ Sissies.
HUMBE, Morfina | Wacky Wednesday
In the fourth edition of Wacky Wednesday (2026), we break down the unique “Morfina,” performed by HUMBE.
13 Bed-Related Songs That You Don’t Wanna Miss | Playlist
13 Bed-Related Songs That You Don’t Wanna Miss features songs by cupcakKe, Jamie Foxx, Joji, Jordy, Olivia Rodrigo, and Teyana Taylor.
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