Marc E. Bassy, Groovy People (EP) | Album Review
Versatile up-and-coming pop musician Marc E. Bassy showcases immense potential on his 17-minute, five-track EP, ‘Groovy People.’
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
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Kane Brown, Thunder in the Rain | Track Review 🎵
Up-and-coming country musician Kane Brown drops a new single “Thunder in the Rain.” It’s pleasant, but not great or transcendent.
Idina Menzel, I See You | Track Review 🎵
Idina Menzel uplifts on new single “I See You,” the promo single from her forthcoming pop album Idina.
Norah Jones, Carry On | Track Review 🎵
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After a three-year hiatus, Norah Jones returns with jazzy-country song “Carry On,” the first single from forthcoming album, Day Breaks.
Chris Lane Shows Versatility on Debut ‘Girl Problems’
Urban-infused Country up-and-comer Chris Lane showcases his versatility (and incredible vocals) on full-length debut, ‘Girl Problems.’
Banks, Gemini Feed | Track Review 🎵
After shocking the world with “F*ck With Myself,” Banks returns markedly less explicit, though still fiery on “Gemini Feed.”
Jake Miller, Overnight | Track Review 🎵
Jake Miller aims to “fix it overnight” on slick, catchy urban-pop single, “Overnight.” “Overnight” could be the catalyst for greater success.
DJ Khaled Delivers Plenty of Hits on ‘Major Key’
DJ Khaled received a lift from buzz singles promoting his latest album, 'Major Key', a star-studded affair featuring Drake, JAY Z, Kendrick Lamar & others.
Tove Lo, Cool Girl | Track Review 🎵
Continually Rising Alternative Pop star Tove Lo Impresses on latest single, “Cool Girl.” “Cool Girl” has the potential to be a big hit.
Britney Spears, Private Show | Track Review 🎵
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After taking the subtle approach on promo single “Make Me,” Britney Spears amps up the innuendo on the slick, infectious “Private Show.”
Music Shopping List: Justin Moore, Rae Sremmurd & More
A new crop of album releases arrives Friday, August 12, 2016. Leading the charge are new albums by Justin Moore and Rae Sremmurd.
Suicide Squad: The Album | Album Review 💿
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Like most soundtracks, Suicide Squad: The Album exemplifies the title of soundtrack. Still, it has its moments.
Nas, This Bitter Land | Track Review 🎵
[usr 4.5] Vet musicians, Nas and Erykah Badu shine on “This Bitter Land,” the featured track from the soundtrack for the film, ‘The Land’. As difficult as it is to believe, prior to “This Bitter Land,” Nas and Erykah…
The Band Perry, Comeback Kid | Track Review 🎵
Country sibling trio The Band Perry return with enjoyable and uplifting single, “Comeback Kid.” “Kid” is the promo single for their upcoming third LP.
Ephelant & Time Bring Heat On ‘How To Sew Wounds With Words’
Rapper and journalist Chris “Time” Steele and Actor/Music producer Stephen “Ephelant” Vining deliver captivating LP with ‘How To Sew Wounds With Words’
Pros & Cons | Taylor Swift
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Country/Pop superstar Taylor Swift has amassed tons of success (pros), but she also has her fair share of missteps and bad press (cons).
Father John Misty, Real Love Baby | Track Review 🎵
Father John Misty (aka J. Tillman) follows up his masterful LP I Love You, Honeybear with enjoyable, soulful single, “Real Love Baby.”
Florida Georgia Line, Life Is a Honeymoon | Track Review 🎵
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After releasing multiple singles ahead of their third album, 'Dig Your Roots', Florida Georgia Line returns with ambitious single, “Life Is a Honeymoon.”
Glass Animals, Youth | Track Review 🎵
Glass Animals outdoes itself on single “Youth.” “Youth” is cleverly penned, exceptionally produced, and superbly performed when it’s all said and done.
Bastille, Fake It | Track Review 🎵
Bastille exceeds expectations on second ‘Wild World’ promo single, “Fake It.” There is nothing fake about the song – it’s legit.
Andy Grammer, Fresh Eyes | Track Review 🎵
Pop singer/songwriter Andy Grammer returns with another potential [chivalrous] hit with subtle, yet enjoyable single, “Fresh Eyes.”
Shawn Mendes, Three Empty Words | Track Review 🎵
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After spoiling us on “Ruin,” Canadian teen singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes comes back down to earth to deliver intimate single, “Three Empty Words.”
Flo Rida, Zillionaire | Track Review 🎵
Flo Rida Embraces the art of recycling on latest pop-rap single, “Zillionaire.” Though predictable, “Zillionaire” has all the ingredients to become a hit.
Justin Moore, Somebody Else Will | Track Review 🎵
Justin Moore builds a compelling case for his forthcoming album ‘I Kinda Don’t Care’ with exceptional pre-release single, “Somebody Else Will.”
The Chainsmokers, Closer | Track Review 🎵
The Chainsmokers deliver another potential hit with the help of alternative-pop darling Halsey on “Closer.”
Mac Miller, Dang! | Track Review 🎵
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Mac Miller delivers a gem with soulful, introspective single “Dang!”, the promo single for Miller’s fourth studio album, The Divine Feminine.
Jason Derulo Makes Case for His Artistic Legacy on ‘Platinum Hits’
Urban pop artist Jason Derulo reminds us of how impactful he has been in pop music on greatest hits compilation, ‘Platinum Hits.’