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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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Frank Ocean, Blonde | Album Review 💿

Pop musician Frank Ocean returns with his highly anticipated sophomore album, 'Blonde'. He makes following up a masterpiece look easy.

Tory Lanez Delivers an Ambitious Debut With ‘I Told You’

Up-and-coming rapper and singer Tory Lanez delivers an ambitious debut album with ‘I Told You’. It’s imperfect, but he showcases plenty of potential.

Jake Miller, Overnight (EP) | Album Review

Jake Miller flexes…his vocals on urban-pop EP, ‘Overnight’.  Pre-release singles “Overnight” and “Good Thing” expectedly are the crème de la crème.

Jordan Fisher Introduces Himself on ‘Jordan Fisher (EP)’

Pop newcomer Jordan Fisher introduces himself to the world on self-titled, debut EP, ‘Jordan Fisher’. It isn’t game changing but displays his potential.

Rae Sremmurd, SremmLife 2 | Album Review

After being delayed, southern rap duo Rae Sremmurd finally release their sophomore album, SremmLife 2. SremmLife 2 naturally follow-up SremmLife.

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Young the Giant, Home of the Strange | Album Review

Alternative band Young the Giant delivers a superb, eclectic effort with their third studio album, 'Home of the Strange.'

Justin Moore Hits the Mark On ‘Kinda Don’t Care’

Despite the fact that Justin Moore proclaims he doesn’t care, he delivers on his fourth studio album, ‘Kinda Don’t Care’.

Marc E. Bassy, Groovy People (EP) | Album Review

Versatile up-and-coming pop musician Marc E. Bassy showcases immense potential on his 17-minute, five-track EP, ‘Groovy People.’

Chris Lane Shows Versatility on Debut ‘Girl Problems’

Urban-infused Country up-and-comer Chris Lane showcases his versatility (and incredible vocals) on full-length debut, ‘Girl Problems.’

DJ Khaled Delivers Plenty of Hits on ‘Major Key’

DJ Khaled received a lift from buzz singles promoting his latest album, 'Major Key', a star-studded affair featuring Drake, JAY Z, Kendrick Lamar & others.

~ 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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H.E.R., The Journey | Track Review 🎵

Decorated R&B singer/songwriter H.E.R. shines on her first single of 2023, the encouraging and uplifting, “The Journey.”

Julia Thomsen, Eternal Love | Track Review 🎵

'Eternal Love,' the latest release by Julia Thomsen, is a breathtaking musical composition that effortlessly lifts the listener's mood & captivates the senses.

Kingdumb, Sun Blinging | Track Review 🎵

With his latest track, 'Sun Blinging', Kingdumb proves he is a dominant force in the electronic-pop game. Read the full review here.

Post Malone, Mourning | Track Review 🎵

On “Mourning,” the short but sweet second single from his fifth album, Austin, Post Malone is honest about his alcohol issues.

Bad Bunny, WHERE SHE GOES | Track Review 🎵

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny continues his hot streak with the utterly thrilling single, “WHERE SHE GOES.”

Conan Gray, Never Ending Song | Track Review 🎵

Handsome and talented pop singer/songwriter Conan Gray returns with another must-hear hit single, “Never Ending Song.”

Just Shy, Sea Can’t Cure | Track Review 🎵

Talented Australian pop artist Just Shy brings heat, ‘hanxiety,’ melancholy, and slick synth pop on his marvelous single, “Sea Can’t Cure.”

Jejune, Boogie Juice | Track Review 🎵

Jejune, the indie-pop group, deliver a remarkable debut single with 'Boogie Juice'. This track leaves a lasting impression and exudes a feel-good energy.

Angie Stone, The Gym | Track Review 🎵

R&B veteran Angie Stone taps fellow R&B vet, Musiq Soulchild, for “The Gym,” the stellar promo single from her 10th studio album, Love Language.

Kisos, Bite Your Tongue | Track Review 🎵

Pop singer/songwriter Kisos drops a brilliant, must-hear, socially conscious single, “Bite Your Tongue” that drags passive and unfeeling folks.

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