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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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Joaicon, THE PARTY DIDN’T FIX ME | Album Review

Lisa Marie Simmons, Notespeak (In a Word) | Album Review

Ervin Munir, When I Think | Album Review

Vinyl Floor, Balancing Act | Album Review

Von Venn, Forgetting The Fall | Album Review

Rick Glam, VAMPIRE (EP) | Album Review

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Review: Coldplay, ‘Ghost Stories’

On its sixth studio album, 'Ghost Stories', alternative rock/pop collective Coldplay opts for subtlety, mysteriousness, and restraint.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|20May 1420 May, 2014

The Black Keys, Turn Blue | Album Review

Indie-rockers The Black Keys channel the topic of love gone wrong via divorce on their latest LP, Turn Blue.

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

Michael Jackson, Xscape | Album Review 💿

Xscape is a 'much better than expected' posthumous Michael Jackson album. It doesn’t fall into the same league as Jackson’s best, but a welcome addition.

Album 💿, Music, Pop Culture, Reviews By the musical hype|15May 1415 May, 2014

Lily Allen Attempts To Make An Artistic Statement On ‘Sheezus’

On her third album, 'Sheezus', British alternative-pop singer/songwriter Lily Allen seeks to make an artistic statement, even when it is flawed.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|13May 1413 May, 2014

Hunter Hayes, Storyline | Album Review

'Storyline,' the sophomore album by country artist Hunter Hayes, is an enjoyable listen that highlights his strengths more often than not.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|12May 1412 May, 2014

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

~ 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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Kid Souf, DONT LIKE TO DANCE | Song Review

Cardi B, AH HA | Song Review

Beartooth, Eyes Closed | Song Review

DESTIN CONRAD, I LOVE YOUR BODY | Song Review

Thomas Cole, Stubble | Song Review

bbno$, burger | Song Review

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The Kid LAROI, I GUESS IT’S LOVE? | Track Review 🎵

On his short but enjoyable single, “I GUESS IT’S LOVE?”, Grammy-nominated rapper/singer The Kid LAROI believes he’s found true love – the real deal.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|28Feb 2328 Feb, 2023

Whitney Houston, He Can Use Me | Track Review 🎵

In advance of the posthumous gospel compilation, I Go To The Rock, the estate of Whitney Houston unveils a second previously unreleased track, “He Can Use Me.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|28Feb 2328 Feb, 2023

Chlöe & Chris Brown, How Does It Feel | Track Review 🎵

Chlöe, assisted by controversial singer, Chris Brown, drops “How Does It Feel,” the enjoyable second single from her debut album, In Pieces.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 2327 Feb, 2023

Kip Moore, Damn Love | Track Review 🎵

Country singer Kip Moore drops a relatable single in “Damn Love” that perfectly captures the varying actions and emotions incited by L-O-V-E.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 2327 Feb, 2023

Jonas Brothers, Wings | Track Review 🎵

Pop collective Jonas Brothers returns with the short, somewhat off-putting record, “Wings,” which serves as the promo single from The Album.  

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 2327 Feb, 2023

Lana Del Rey, A&W | Track Review 🎵

Lana Del Rey surprises, showcasing innovative spirit on “A&W,” the lengthy second single from her ninth LP, Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|21Feb 2321 Feb, 2023

Cattle Decapitation, We Eat Our Young | Track Review 🎵

Cattle Decapitation remains true to their extreme metal ways on the dark and damning promo single from Terrasite, “We Eat Our Young.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|21Feb 2321 Feb, 2023

Niall Horan, Heaven | Track Review 🎵

Irish pop singer/songwriter Niall Horan steps up his game on the sweet, utterly celestial “Heaven,” the promo single from his third LP, The Show.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Feb 2320 Feb, 2023

Saint Levant, FaceTime | Track Review 🎵

Versatile rapper Saint Levant, who incorporates his diverse background into his music, delivers cool energy on his ‘dedicated’ first bop of 2023, “FaceTime.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Feb 2320 Feb, 2023

Omar Apollo, 3 Boys | Track Review 🎵

On his alluring first single of 2023, “3 Boys,” versatile singer/songwriter Omar Apollo tackles monogamy, polyamory, and unrequited love simultaneously.

LGBTQ, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Feb 2320 Feb, 2023

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