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Reviews: The Musical Hype

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.

5 out of 5 stars = Masterpiece 🤩

4.5 out of 5 stars = Near Masterpiece 🤩

4 out of 5 stars = Excellent 😀

3.5 out of 5 stars = Very Good 😀

3 out of 5 stars = Average / Good 🙂 👌

2.5 out of 5 stars = Below Average… it’s giving sus  😏 😑 🫤

2 out of 5 stars = Mediocre 👎 😡

1.5 out of 5 stars, 1 out of 5 stars, 0.5 out of 5 stars, 0 out of 5 stars = BAD… 🤬


~ 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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Death from Above 1979, Outrage! Is Now | Album Review

Canadian rockers Death from Above 1979 deliver a compelling, energetic third studio album with ‘Outrage! Is Now.’

Jack Johnson, All the Light Above It Too | Album Review

Jack Johnson delivers a well-rounded affair with ‘All the Light Above It Too.’  He does a great job of balancing stripped and more electric moments. 

The National, Sleep Well Beast | Album Review

The National shine on Sleep Well Beast, an adventurous alt-rock LP unafraid of darkness and experimentation.

Dustin Lynch, Current Mood | Album Review

Dustin Lynch delivers an enjoyable, third LP with ‘Current Mood,’ showcasing his talent and willingness to experiment and evolve country music.

Thomas Rhett, Life Changes | Album Review

Thomas Rhett puts together an enjoyable, well-rounded effort on this third album, ‘Life Changes.’ ‘Life Changes’ represents the new generation of country.

The War on Drugs, A Deeper Understanding | Album Review 💿

Alternative rock darlings The War on Drugs return with their highly-anticipated 4th studio album, ‘A Deeper Understanding.’ Overall, it’s respectable.

Lil Uzi Vert, Luv is Rage 2 | Album Review

Lil Uzi Vert showcases his idiosyncrasies and potential on his proper debut album, ‘Luv is Rage 2.’ Unfortunately, the LP falls short of the glory.

Queens of the Stone Age, Villains | Album Review

Queens of the Stone Age returns strong with the utmost consistency on their compelling, hard rocking new album, ‘Villains.’

Action Bronson, Blue Chips 7000 | Album Review

Action Bronson returns with his major-label sophomore album, ‘Blue Chips 7000.’ The rapper’s flow and knack for storytelling remains intact.

Fifth Harmony, Fifth Harmony | Album Review

‘Fifth Harmony,’ the self-titled third album from Fifth Harmony is a slim, enjoyable effort, but not game changing or incredibly memorable.

~ 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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Brent Faiyaz, WY@ | Track Review 🎵

R&B singer/songwriter Brent Faiyaz follows up his duet, “Moment of Your Life” with “WY@,” an single that shines more after a couple listens.

Doechii, Pacer | Track Review 🎵

Rising Tampa rapper Doechii, fueled by epic production work from Saint 808, delivers a surefire banger with “Pacer.”

Landon Barker, Friends With Your EX | Track Review 🎵

Landon Barker, the son of Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler, releases his debut, pop-punk single, the brief “Friends With Your EX.”

Troye Sivan, Got Me Started | Track Review 🎵

Troye Sivan brings the sensual flames on “Got Me Started,” the second single from his highly anticipated, third LP, Something To Give Each Other.

Kirk Franklin, Needs | Track Review 🎵

As always, Grammy-winning gospel musician Kirk Franklin inspires and uplifts on “Needs,” an advance single from his 2003 LP, Father’s Day.

Luke Mock, What You Deserve | Track Review 🎵

On "What You Deserve," Luke Mock stands out from the crowd of pop singles by combining a modern sound with a hint of individuality.

Drake, Slime You Out | Track Review 🎵

Drake, assisted by fellow Grammy-winner, SZA, drops a mellow, yet emotional, and nostalgic track with “Slime You Out,” the lead single from For All the Dogs.

Nicholas Dante, Hellrider | Track Review 🎵

Fierce pop artist Nicholas Dante unveils the naughty “Hellrider,” a single from his hellish debut album, Inferno.

Doja Cat, Balut | Track Review 🎵

Grammy-winner Doja Cat continues to turn heads with “Balut,” the fourth single and 15th track from her fourth studio album, Scarlet.

Marsha Swanson, Facing Life | Track Review 🎵

Contributor, George James: Marsha Swanson's latest offering, 'Facing Life', serves as a heartfelt glimpse into her forthcoming album, Near Life Experience.

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