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Why The Musical Hype is poppin'

The Musical Hype is an all-encompassing music blog featuring album + song reviews, playlists, interviews & various columns.

Song Reviews

Songs of various musical styles are reviewed.

Album Reviews

Albums of various styles are reviewed.

Playlists

Playlists rank among our proudest achievements.

Interviews

Q&As with intriguing musicians & bands.

Columns

Intriguing columns including Covers, Head 2 Head, Midnight Heat, Music Lifts, Throwback Vibez & LGBTQ Bopz among others.

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Alicia Keys, Girl On Fire | Music Lifts 🎶 🏋

In the 29th edition of Music Lifts (2023), we’re uplifted by R&B singer/songwriter Alicia Keys performing, “Girl On Fire.”

Columns, Music, Music Lifts, Pop Culture By the musical hype|Jun 4, 2023

Bill Withers vs. Anthony David | Head 2 Head 🗣️

In the 22nd edition of Head 🗣️ 2 Head 🗣️ (2023), Bill Withers and Anthony David contend for the best rendition of “Grandma’s Hands.”

Columns, Head 2 Head, Music By the musical hype|Jun 3, 2023

Labi Siffre, I Got The | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶

In the 84th edition of Throwback Vibez (2023), we recollect and reflect on “I Got The” by Labi Siffre.

Columns, LGBTQ, Music, Pop Culture, Throwback Vibez By the musical hype|Jun 2, 2023

Best LGBTQ 🏳️‍🌈 Songs of 2023 (so far) | Playlist 🎧

Best LGBTQ 🏳️‍🌈 Songs of 2023 (so far) features music courtesy of Cub Sport, Janelle Monáe, Miley Cyrus, Omar Apollo, and Sam Smith.

Evergreen, LGBTQ, Music, Playlists, Pop Culture, Year in Review By the musical hype|Jun 2, 2023

Peso Pluma, Bye | Track Review 🎵

Mexican singer Peso Pluma impresses on his vibe-laden single, “Bye” where a relationship has ended and he appears to be moving on with ease.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|Jun 1, 2023

Melt | 3 to 5 BOPS

Melt: 3 to 5 BOPS No. 44 (2023), features musical BOPS courtesy of GIVĒON, Kehlani, Mariah Carey, Niall Horan, and St. Vincent.

3 to 5 BOPS, Evergreen, LGBTQ, Mini Playlists, Music By the musical hype|Jun 1, 2023

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