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Ah, welcome to the reviews on The Musical Hype! Albums, EPs, and songs [singles + tracks] of various styles are evaluated here – we don’t discriminate! All reviews are also available on the home page. Both album and song reviews are assigned a star rating on a scale of 0 – 5 (½ stars are used as well), that is visible at the beginning and ending of the review.

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~ Album Reviews 💿 ~

Album reviews tend to follow a track-by-track format, commencing with an intro paragraph comprised of background information, and concluding paragraph that wraps things up. Also, GEMS 💎 – the best, highly recommended tracks – are selected at the end of each review. It should not come as a surprise to see the analysis run > 1000 words.

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Rick Glam, VAMPIRE (EP) | Album Review

David Archuleta, Earthly Delights (EP) | 📀 Review

Kendrick Lamar, GNX | 💿 Review

Lizzo, MY FACE HURTS FROM SMILING | 📀 Review

Ervin Munir, Pure And Simple | Album Review 💿

AKA KELZZ, Odyssey | Album Review 💿

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Lykke Li, I Never Learn | Album Review

Swedish alternative-pop singer/songwriter Lykke Li  brilliantly captures heartbreak on her third studio album, I Never Learn.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|8May 148 May, 2014

Review: Eli Paperboy Reed, ‘Nights Like These’

Reed’s latest LP finds the soulful singer updating his sound Retro-soul isn’t the most lucrative musical style in 2014. Neither is R&B for that matter. The preservation of soul is incredibly ...

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|1May 141 May, 2014

Neon Trees, Pop Psychology | Album Review 💿

Alternative pop collective Neon Trees excel at ‘neo-, New Wave’ on their third album, Pop Psychology.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|30Apr 1430 Apr, 2014

Kelis, Food | Album Review

While there is minimal food to physically eat, Kelis’ sixth studio album titled 'Food' makes you hungry for more decadent, soulful, goodness.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|25Apr 1425 Apr, 2014

Iggy Azalea Shows Potential On ‘The New Classic’

Australian rap newcomer Iggy Azalea shows potential on her debut rap album, 'The New Classic.' It's not classic but has ample winning moments.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|24Apr 1424 Apr, 2014

Asher Roth Is Lifted On ‘RetroHash’

It’s safe to say the Asher Roth, rapper of "I Love College" fame ('Asleep in the Bread Aisle') is one high, mellow dude on 'RetroHash'.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|23Apr 1423 Apr, 2014

August Alsina Shows Tremendous Potential on ‘Testimony’

R&B newbie August Alsina shows tremendous potential on full-length debut Testimony.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|17Apr 1417 Apr, 2014

Jason Derulo, Talk Dirty | Album Review

Throughout the course of 'Talk Dirty', Jason Derulo relies too much on sex and swagger, holding back the album back at times.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|16Apr 1416 Apr, 2014

Martina McBride Covers Soul Soundly On ‘Everlasting’

Country darling Martina McBride balances soul music and her tried-and-true country roots soundly on covers album, 'Everlasting'.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|15Apr 1415 Apr, 2014

SoMo Underwhelms on Self-Titled Debut Album

Ultimately, 'SoMo', the self-titled major label debut from contemporary R&B newbie SoMo, leaves the listener underwhelmed.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|9Apr 149 Apr, 2014

~ Song Reviews 🎵 ~

Song Reviews on the site tend to follow a format that includes an intro paragraph with background information, a body, comprised of at least one paragraph of analysis, and a concluding paragraph (older reviews) or statement (more recent reviews) that ‘put a cap’ on things. Song reviews generally run a minimum of 250 words with many running > 300 words.

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Artemas, professional heartbreaker | Song Review

John Summit, LIGHTS GO OUT | Song Review

Melanie Martinez, POSSESSION | Song Review

Noah Kahan, The Great Divide | Song Review

Flo Milli, Flo Jackson | Song Review

Dermot Kennedy, Funeral | Song Review

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Lil Nas X, “Late To Da Party” | Track Review 🎵

Lil Nas X remains confident as ever on “Late To Da Party,” enlisting rapper YoungBoy Never Broke Again for the assist.

LGBTQ, Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|30Jun 2230 Jun, 2022

Beyoncé, “Break My Soul” | Track Review 🎵

Beyoncé starts off her highly anticipated RENAISSANCE with an energetic, house-driven, summer pop/R&B joint, “Break My Soul.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|21Jun 2221 Jun, 2022

Flo Milli, “Conceited” | Track Review 🎵

Rapper Flo Milli is confident, unapologetic, and most of all, “Conceited” on her short and simple,  but ultimately enjoyable single.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Jun 2220 Jun, 2022

Cautious Clay, “Puffer” | Track Review 🎵

Cautious Clay both surprises and captivates on his short, unique indie-pop single, “Puffer.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Jun 2220 Jun, 2022

Chlöe, “Surprise” | Track Review 🎵

Chlöe continues to show ample potential on her third solo single, “Surprise,” but also leaves the listener desiring a bit more all told.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Jun 2220 Jun, 2022

John Legend, “Honey” | Track Review 🎵

Award-winning musician extraordinaire John Legend collaborates with Muni Long on the short but utterly sweet R&B single, “Honey.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Jun 2220 Jun, 2022

Saucy Santana, “Booty” | Track Review 🎵

Unapologetic gay rapper Saucy Santana enlists rapper Latto for “Booty,” an anthem tailor made for Pride month 2022 and well beyond.

LGBTQ, Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|16Jun 2216 Jun, 2022

Pharrell Williams, “Cash in Cash Out” | Track Review 🎵

Pharrell Williams taps fellow Grammy winners 21 Savage & Tyler, The Creator for the knocking rap banger, “Cash in Cash Out.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|15Jun 2215 Jun, 2022

Joji, “Glimpse of Us” | Track Review 🎵

Versatile Japanese musician Joji delivers one of the year’s most gorgeous songs with his authentic, honest, and relatable ballad, “Glimpse of Us.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|15Jun 2215 Jun, 2022

Lizzo, “Grrrls” | Track Review 🎵

Although initially plagued by the controversy of an ableist slur, Lizzo atones for her wrongs & delivers a respectable, female empowerment anthem with “Grrrls.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|15Jun 2215 Jun, 2022

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