Macy Gray Stays On the Grind on ‘The Way’
Ultimately,'The Way', the latest album by R&B musician Macy Gray, is what it is – a good, but not a particularly innovative, game-changing album.
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
The Musical Hype
Sifting through all of the musical hype
Read MoreMacy Gray Stays On the Grind on ‘The Way’
Tinashe Delivers A Solid Contemporary R&B Debut On ‘Aquarius’
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Tinashe introduces herself to the world with her compelling, debut album, 'Aquarius.' She gets a lift from A$AP Rocky, Future, and ScHoolboy Q.
Luke James, Luke James | Album Review
'Luke James', the self-titled debut by R&B newcomer Luke James is imperfect, but offers plenty for the hungry R&B enthusiast to sink their teeth into.
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Maroon 5, V | Album Review 💿
Maroon 5 returns with its fifth studio album, 'V'. Like previous album 'Overexposed,' Adam Levine and company focus on delivering slick, modern pop songs.
Kem Shows Consistency, Little New on ‘Promise To Love’
'Promise To Love' is another solid release from adult contemporary R&B musician Kem. That said, it lacks the grandeur previous album, 'Intimacy'.
Chase Rice, Ignite The Night | Album Review
Country up-and-comer Chase Rice makes a major label splash with 'Ignite The Night.' Overall, 'Ignite The Night' is an imperfect, but enjoyable album.
Caleb Johnson Shows Off Mad Pipes on Debut LP ‘Testify’
American Idol Season 13 winner Caleb Johnson shows off tremendous potential with a high ceiling on his debut album, 'Testify'.
Review: Troye Sivan, ‘TRXYE’
There is little to nitpick about on 'TRXYE'. Teen artist Troye Sivan has delivered an EP that truly separates his artistic lane from others.
Al Jarreau Delivers Solid Tribute on ‘My Old Friend’
How does 'My Old Friend' stack up ultimately? It is a consistent and enjoyable tribute album that finds vet Al Jarreau sounding strong.
Tank, Stronger | Album Review
Throughout the course of his sixth album 'Stronger,' Tank (Durrell Babbs) showcases his strengths and flaws alike. 'Stronger' has its moments nonetheless.
Godsmack Delivers Solid, If Unexceptional Effort On ‘1000hp’
Veteran metal band Godsmack delivers a solid, if unexceptional effort with its latest album, '1000hp'. Good, '1000hp' doesn't qualify as great.
PARTYNEXTDOOR Keeps it 100 on ‘PARTYNEXTDOOR TWO’
Drake Protégé PARTYNEXTDOOR "keeps it 100" on his sophomore album, 'PARTYNEXTDOOR TWO'. 'PARTYNEXTDOOR TWO' follows up 'PARTYNEXTDOOR.'
Jesse McCartney Delivers Best Album With ‘In Technicolor’
Actor and pop singer-songwriter Jesse McCartney delivers his best album yet with 'In Technicolor'.
Bleachers, Strange Desire | Album Review 💿
Bleachers delivers a fine, enjoyable debut effort with Strange Desire. Sometimes it’s overdone, but more often that not, it shines.
Takeaways from Marsha Ambrosius’ ‘Friends & Lovers’
After listening to Marsha Ambrosius' sadly under-promoted sophomore album Friends & Lovers, there were some notable takeaways worth mentioning.
G-Eazy is Confident & Hungry on ‘These Things Happen’
Throughout 'These Things Happen', Bay-area rapper G-Eazy is cocky and confident. From the onset, G-Eazy comes out swinging, establishing he’s “the man.”
Joe Keeps Things Grown & Sexy on ‘Bridges’
Adult contemporary R&B singer Joe keeps things "grown and sexy" on his latest album, 'Bridges.' 'Bridges' is another independently released effort from Joe.
Linkin Park Rock Hard on ‘The Hunting Party’
Chester Bennington and Mike Shinoda did not come to play around on 'The Hunting Party', the latest album from Linkin Park.
Mali Music, Mali Is… | Album Review 💿
Mali Music makes his secular debut with MALI IS... but he doesn't eschew showcasing his faith in the least.
Ricky Dillard & New G Keeps Things Fresh On ‘Amazing’
Gospel musicians Ricky Dillard & New G keeps things fresh and inspirational on their latest exceptional album, 'Amazing'.
Lana Del Rey, Ultraviolence | Album Review
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Alternative musician Lana Del Rey shines on her incredibly moody new LP, 'Ultraviolence.' It perfectly showcases Del Rey’s incredibly robust, unique voice.
José James’ Restlessness is a Virtue on ‘While You Were Sleeping’
Versatile singer José James follows up critically-acclaimed LP 'No Beginning, No End' with the eclectic 'While You Were Sleeping.'
Meshell Ndegeocello Shines On ‘Comet, Come to Me’
Bassist, singer/songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello shines on 'Comet, Come to Me', an album that is something of an underrated gem.
Shaliek Shows He’s An Old Soul on Debut ‘Blood Sweat Tears’
R&B newcomer Shaliek showcases his fondness for old school soul on his debut album, 'Blood Sweat Tears'.
Miranda Lambert Delivers A Home Run With ‘Platinum’
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Bombshell country superstar Miranda Lambert "brings the goods" on her latest, highly anticipated studio album, 'Platinum.'
50 Cent Lukewarm on ‘Animal Ambition: An Untamed Desire To Win’
Rapper 50 Cent comes over as lukewarm at best on independently issued album, 'Animal Ambition: An Untamed Desire to Win.'