Babyface Consistent on ‘Return of the Tender Lover’
Iconic R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface returns with his tenth studio album, Return of the Tender Lover.
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
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Kirk Franklin Maintains Consistency on ‘Losing My Religion’
'Losing My Religion' is another strong offering from contemporary gospel musician extraordinaire Kirk Franklin. It’s not his best, but it has great moments.
A Great Big World Deliver Home run on ‘When The Morning Comes’
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A Great Big World's sophomore LP 'When the Morning Comes' is a consistent album that's exceptionally executed. Weaknesses are few and far between.
Alessia Cara, Know-It-All | Album Review
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Canadian pop singer Alessia Cara showcases ample potential on her full-length debut, 'Know-It-All.'
Why Haven’t The Vamps Broken Through Stateside?
The Vamps have plenty of ground to make up in order to break through in the U.S.
Ty Dolla $ign, Free TC | Album Review 💿
Ty Dolla $ign shows great versatility throughout 'Free TC', oscillating between singing/rapping & soulfulness/unapologetic brashness.
Logic, The Incredible True Story | Album Review 💿
After delivering a superb debut album (Under Pressure), Logic follows it up with another incredible LP with The Incredible True Story.
Justin Bieber, Purpose | Album Review
Justin Bieber returns with a respectable, comeback album, 'Purpose.' While it isn’t a homerun, it’s good enough to restore him to pop glory.
Ellie Goulding, Delirium | Album Review 💿
UK pop sensation Ellie Goulding returns with her third studio album, Delirium, featuring amble bright spots.
The Chronicles of the Underrated: Angie Stone
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What is the best characterization of neo-soul singer/songwriter Angie Stone? Underrated artist extraordinaire. She's never received her just due.
Fall Out Boy Surprises On Remix Album ‘Make America Psycho Again’
Some Fall Out Boy fans will dig remix album 'Make American Psycho Again,' while those who enjoy the band’s purer sound may wrinkle up their nose.
58th Grammy Award Nomination Predictions: Urban Categories
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What artists and what songs and albums will earn Grammy nominations in the urban categories at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards?
Adele, Hello | Track Review
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Grammy-winning British pop singer/songwriter Adele makes a ‘pitch-perfect’ return with her emotional, stellar new single, “Hello.”
The Game Sounds Reinvigorated on ‘The Documentary 2.5’
The second album by The Game, 'The Documentary 2.5', is as awesome as 'The Documentary 2.' 'Documentary 2.5' offer up top-notch, West Coast gangsta rap.
BØRNS, Dopamine | Album Review 💿
Regardless whether Michigan-bred, Cali-based BØRNS breaks through or doesn’t, his major label debut, 'Dopamine', is worth checking out.
Machine Gun Kelly, General Admission | Album Review 💿
Machine Gun Kelly keeps it real on his sophomore album, General Admission. Although not without flaw, he gets it done, ultimately.
Justin Bieber: Indecent Exposure
Justin Bieber can’t seem to win. He remains ubiquitous despite dropping 'Believe' back in 2012. Indecent exposure incriminates him...not legally, "butt"...
Tamar Braxton, ‘Calling All Lovers’ (Short Take Review)
Tamar Braxton steps up her game on third LP, 'Calling All Lovers'. Previously delayed, 'Calling All Lovers' ends up being quite impressive.
Disclosure Nails It on ‘Caracal’
Disclosure nails it on sophomore album 'Caracal', never missing the mark.
New-Look Country Has Widespread Crossover Appeal
‘New-look' country music has a wider appeal than old school country; crossover and country can now be featured in the same sentence.
Thomas Rhett, Tangled Up | Album Review
Up-and-coming country artist Thomas Rhett represents the “new guard” of country music in full force on his exceptional sophomore album, 'Tangled Up'.
Prince’s Eccentricity Lives On Via ‘HitNRun Phase One’
The ever eccentric, brilliant Prince delivers a solid, yet imperfect effort on 'HitNRun Phase One.' Despite Imperfections, 'HitNRun' has its moments.
SoMo Shows Potential On ‘My Life II’
Up-and-coming contemporary R&B singer SoMo showcases potential on 'My Life II,' but needs to take a bigger step forward.
Travis Scott, Rodeo | Album Review
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Houston, Texas newcomer Travis Scott showcases potential, but not quite a home run on his debut album, Rodeo.
Andra Day, Cheers To The Fall | Album Review 💿
Need a perfect example of how to kill it on your debut album? Look no further than Cheers To The Fall from Andra Day.
Jordin Sparks, Right Here Right Now – Review
Former American Idol winner Jordin Sparks steps up her game on her quietly released third album, ‘Right Here Right Now’.
Dillon Francis Delivers Enjoyable Effort With ‘This Mixtape Is Fire.’
Dillon Francis delivers a sound and enjoyable mixtape with This Mixtape is Fire., though not necessarily fiery.