Snoop Dogg, Bush | Album Review 💿
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While veteran West Coast rapper Snoop Dogg hasn't returned to rapping just yet, chill, funky, R&B LP 'BUSH' proves to be satisfying.
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
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Track Review: Britney Spears ft. Iggy Azalea, ‘Pretty Girls’
Britney Spears & Iggy Azalea misfire on single “Pretty Girls.” Some will think it's “cute” while others will know it's nothing more than a “Fancy” retread.
Rank Up, Rank Down: Ciara Albums, 2004 – 2015
With more than a decade under her belt, Ciara has released six albums spanning 2004 to 2015. Which albums are "the cat's meow" and which ones are blasé?
10 Emotionally Overwhelming Songs | Playlist
The 10 featured songs are “full” of emotion and depth. Each song has a deeper meaning or larger purpose which makes it truly unique, special, and memorable.
Why Sam Hunt Represents The Future of Country Music
Country newcomer Sam Hunt represents the future of country music on debut album 'Montevallo,' which showcases a more eclectic brand of country.
Panic! At The Disco, Hallelujah | Track Review 🎵
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Latest Panic! At The Disco single, “Hallelujah,” ranks among the deepest songs of the alternative band's decade-long career.
Passion Pit, Kindred | Album Review 💿
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Passion Pit continues to master jubilance within its music. Latest LP, 'Kindred', is no different, finding strife, grief, and tribulation to be non-factors.
Yelawolf Delivers An Eclectic Effort With ‘Love Story’
Yelawolf delivers a fine sophomore album with ‘Love Story.’ ‘Love Story’ proves to be a stark contrast to his debut LP, ‘Radioactive.’
Examining Lyrics: Tyler the Creator, ‘Cherry Bomb’
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As brash as Tyler, the Creator may be, his fourth studio album, 'Cherry Bomb' is explicitly brilliant. Here are 14 notable lyrics from 'Cherry Bomb.'
10 Random and Ridiculous Songs
10 Random and Ridiculous Songs: The 10 songs that grace this list are captivating, thanks to being either random, ridiculous, or a mixture of both.
Eyebrow-Raising Lyrics From 2015
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Throughout 2015, there have been many eyebrow-raising lyrics that raise larger issues or have greater meaning when isolated from their parent song.
Sufjan Stevens, Carrie & Lowell | Album Review 💿
Beloved indie singer/songwriter Sufjan Stevens delivers an emotional, highly personal tour de force with latest LP, 'Carrie & Lowell'.
James Bay Sounds Formidable On ‘Chaos And The Calm’
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Youthful British standout James Bay arrives with a polished debut, Chaos And The Calm.
Action Bronson Shows Potential On ‘Mr. Wonderful’
The time has finally arrived for former XXL Magazine freshman Action Bronson – his major label debut, 'Mr. Wonderful', dropped in late March '15.
Kendrick Lamar, To Pimp A Butterfly | Album Review 💿
West Coast rapper Kendrick Lamar releases his second consecutive masterpiece with TO PIMP A BUTTERFLY; the album to beat in 2015.
Eight of the Most Surprising Album Releases
For these eight artists and their respective albums, the artists/labels took the gargantuan risk of the non-standard album release.
Madonna Sounds Fierce on ‘Rebel Heart’
'Rebel Heart' is an enjoyable album that plays to the strengths of Madonna and easily eclipses her overlooked 2012 album, 'MDNA.'
Review: Original Soundtrack from Season 1 of Empire (Deluxe)
One of the hottest new shows on television, Empire, released its first season soundtrack on Tuesday, March 10, 2015. In the stores for those who still partake of the physical CD, only the standard edition of the album – 11…
Playlist: 12 Best Kelly Clarkson Songs
Looking through the albums and examining the hits (prior to 'Piece By Piece'), here are the 12 best songs by pop superstar Kelly Clarkson.
Chris Brown & Tyga Aim Low On ‘Fan Of a Fan The Album’
"Keeping it as 100" as Chris Brown and Tyga do, The best way to describe 'Fan of a Fan: The Album' is "garbage." It's misogynistic, simple, and a turn-off.
Takeaways: Big Sean, ‘Dark Sky Paradise’
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After lackadaisical sales for sophomore LP 'Hall Of Fame', ‘third time’s charm’ for Big Sean on third LP, 'Dark Sky Paradise'.
Raheem DeVaughn Consistent on ‘Love Sex Passion’
Raheem DeVaughn maintains the utmost consistency on his latest studio album, 'Love Sex Passion.' While not game changing, 'Love Sex Passion' is sound.
Oscar Winners for Best Original Song, 2005 – 2015
Over the past decade, there've been great and puzzling Oscar wins for Original Song. Many losers should’ve been recognized, but favorites don't always win.
Drake Is In the Zone on ‘If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late’
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Drake shocks the world by releasing an unexpected mixtape, 'If You're Reading This It's Too Late'. Mixtape or not, Drake is clearly "in the zone."
Father John Misty, I Love You, Honeybear | Album Review
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Every harmonic progression, orchestration, and musical push feel as if Father John Misty sought nothing short of perfection on I Love You, Honeybear.
Björk, Vulnicura | Album Review 💿
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Icelandic musician Björk's surprise album 'Vulnicura' is sure to make alt-music fans and nerds "giggle like schoolgirls with glee."
George Ezra, ‘Wanted On Voyage’ | Album Review
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'Wanted On Voyage' is a fantastic debut album from George Ezra. Unlikely to receive the attention it should stateside, it stands out among winter releases.