John Legend, I Know Better | Track Review 🎵
John Legend may not earn another no. 1 hit with single “I Know Better,” but he keeps traditional R&B on the ‘up and up.’
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
Read MoreJohn Legend, I Know Better | Track Review 🎵
Usher, Wait for It | Track Review 🎵
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Usher tackles “Wait for It” on the highly anticipated ‘The Hamilton Mixtape.’ He gives a respectable performance, but doesn’t trump the original.
Music Shopping List: John Legend & More
Music Shopping List, December 2, 2016: A number of highly anticipated album releases arrive courtesy of John Legend, Childish Gambino & The Rolling Stones.
John Legend, Penthouse Floor | Track Review
John Legend keeps soul alive and well on “Penthouse Floor,” the second single from his fifth studio album, Darkness and Light.
The Weeknd, Starboy | Album Review 💿
Canadian R&B standout The Weeknd returns with a massive, urban-pop effort ('Starboy') that offers something for a variety of listeners.
Ranking: Highly Suspect, The Boy Who Died Wolf
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Highly Suspect remain edgy and unapologetic on their highly anticipated sophomore album, The Boy Who Died Wolf.
Highly Suspect, The Boy Who Died Wolf | Album Review
Grammy-nominated rock band Highly Suspect remains edgy and unapologetic on their highly-anticipated sophomore album, 'The Boy Who Died Wolf.'
Hot 100 Jewels: Rae Sremmurd Spends A Second Week at No. 1
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Hot 100 Jewels: Rae Sremmurd spends a second week at no. 1 with breakout single, “Black Beatles” featuring Gucci Mane.
A Tribe Called Quest Nails It On ‘We Got It from Here…’
A Tribe Called Quest returns for one last hurrah with ‘We Got It from Here…Thank You 4 Your Service.’ Q-Tip and company are on autopilot.
The Weeknd, I Feel It Coming | Track Review 🎵
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The Weeknd collaborates once more with Daft Punk on “I Feel It Coming,” one of four singles released ahead of Starboy.
The Weeknd, Party Monster | Track Review 🎵
The Weeknd shows his more aggressive side on “Party Monster,” one of the final singles released ahead of STARBOY.
Robin Thicke, One Shot | Track Review 🎵
On retro-soul infused single “One Shot,” R&B musician Robin Thicke looks to get back on the good foot. Juicy J assists.
Ruth B, In My Dreams | Track Review 🎵
Breakout Canadian singer/songwriter Ruth B returns with an alluring new single, “In My Dreams.”
DNCE, DNCE | Album Review
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DNCE marks the resurrection of Joe Jonas’ recording career. That resurrection is worthwhile on the band’s self-titled debut.
Kelly Clarkson, It’s Quiet Uptown | Track Review 🎵
Pop sensation Kelly Clarkson makes an appearance on the Hamilton Mixtape, covering “It’s Quiet Uptown.”
Music Shopping List: It’s All About The Weeknd
Music Shopping: The Weeknd (Starboy) is the only major new release that arrives during Thanksgiving week, specifically Black Friday.
Sia, Satisfied | Track Review 🎵
Sia does a fabulous job covering “Satisfied,” which appears on the Hamilton Mixtape. She is assisted by Miguel and Queen Latifah.
Bruno Mars, 24K Magic | Album Review 💿
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Pop singer-songwriter Bruno Mars returns in electrifying fashion on his highly anticipated, third album, '24K Magic.'
Macklemore, Drug Dealer | Track Review 🎵
Macklemore delivers an exceptional, socially-relevant track about the dangers of prescription drug use on ‘Drug Dealer,’ featuring Ariana DeBoo.
Timeflies, Gravity | Track Review 🎵
Pop duo Timeflies return with a romantic new single, “Gravity.” Clearly, the M.O. is “falling in love.”
Fergie, Life Goes On | Track Review 🎵
Fergie continues to try to find her footing after a 10-year hiatus. “Life Goes On” channels “Big Girls Don’t Cry.”
Music Shopping List: Bruno Mars, Metallica & More
Music Shopping List: Bruno Mars (24K Magic) and Metallica (Hardwired…to Self-Destruct) return after extended hiatuses with highly anticipated albums.
DNCE, Be Mean | Track Review 🎵
Up-and-coming pop collective DNCE release one final single, “Be Mean,” ahead of issuing its self-titled, full-length debut LP.
The xx, On Hold | Track Review 🎵
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The xx returns with an electrifying new single, “On Hold.” “On Hold” serves as the promo single from forthcoming album, I See You.
Highly Suspect, Serotonia | Track Review 🎵
Highly Suspect shines on single “Serotonia,” the first official single from their highly-anticipated sophomore album, 'The Boy Who Died Wolf.'
Joe Remains Consistent on #MYNAMEISJOETHOMAS
Adult Contemporary R&B singer-songwriter Joe remains consistent as ever on his 12th album, '#MYNAMEISJOETHOMAS.'
Highly Suspect, Little One | Track Review 🎵
“Little One” is a well-written, personal single from Johnny Stevens and Highly Suspect, released ahead of The Boy Who Died Wolf.