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Reviews: The Musical Hype[otw_shortcode_dropcap label=”A” size=”large” border_color_class=”otw-no-border-color” shadow=”shadow” square=”square”]h, 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.[/otw_shortcode_dropcap]

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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Examining Lyrics: ZAYN, ‘Mind of Mine’

British pop artist and former One Direction member ZAYN released his debut album, 'Mind of Mine' March 25th. Here, we examine notable lyrics from the album.

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Joey + Rory, Hymns | Album Review 💿

'Hyms That Are Important To Us,' the final studio album by Joey + Rory, is a well-rounded, enjoyable, country-gospel effort.

Baauer, Aa | Album Review 💿

On debut album 'Aa,' Baauer seeks to establish himself beyond "Harlem Shake." Does he accomplish the task? Not quite, not quite.

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Christon Gray, The Glory Album | Album Review 💿

On his latest album, The Glory Album, Christon Gray shows he has plenty to offer both secular and religious music fans.

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Nick Weaver, Prowler | Album Review 💿

On his full-length album 'Prowler,' Nick Weaver shows both his continual growing potential and exceptionalness as an MC.

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Bonnie Raitt, Dig In Deep | Album Review 💿

All in all, 'Dig In Deep' is yet another terrific and consistent album from versatile veteran musician, Bonnie Raitt.

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Tweet, Charlene | Album Review 💿

CHARLENE is a respectable comeback album from Tweet. It won’t blow anyone away, but should appeal to a traditional R&B audience.

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Simple Plan, Taking One For The Team | Album Review 💿

'Taking One For The Team' is a well-rounded album that should appeal to Simple Plan fans and newcomers who take the time to listen.

Lyric Examination: Kanye West, The Life Of Pablo’

Kanye West’s new album 'The Life Of Pablo' is a trip. Here are some of the most memorable lyrics from LTOP, with a dash of commentary.

Lyric Examination: Charlie Puth, ‘Nine Track Mind’

After analyzing the lyrics from 'Nine Track Mind', it's revealed that at times, Charlie Puth could stand to upgrade his lyrical game.

~ 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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Jung Kook, 3D | Track Review 🎵

Handsome and talented K-Pop singer, Jung Kook, taps Jack Harlow for the assist on his second proper single, “3D.”

Elmiene, Marking My Time | Track Review 🎵

British R&B singer/songwriter Elmiene put his foot into “Marking My Time,” an ear catching and utterly stupendous single from his second EP.

Alex Sampson, Til The World Gets Sick of Us | Track Review 🎵

Gen-Z Canadian musician Alex Sampson may be young, but he showcases his musical talent on his fourth single of 2023, “Til The World Gets Sick of Us.”

Artinho, Carnage | Track Review 🎵

'Carnage', the new track from Artinho and Matrace arrives with an invigorating concoction of styles that is welded together to create a melting pot that has us bursting with energy.

Icandy, Big Mad (Ft. Flo Milli) | Track Review 🎵

Florida rapper Icandy taps fellow female rapper, Flo Milli, for a bite-sized, confident, and unapologetic banger, “Big Mad.”

Martin Garrix & Lloyiso, Real Love | Track Review 🎵

Dutch DJ/producer Martin Garrix, and South African singer Lloyiso bring the heat and deliver the goods on the romantic, sweet, and feel good single, “Real Love.”

Sufjan Stevens, Will Anybody Ever Love Me? | Track Review 🎵

Singer/songwriter Sufjan Stevens wows on “Will Anybody Ever Love Me?”, the second single from his 10th solo album, Javelin.

Moneybagg Yo, Sexyy Red & CMG The Label, Big Dawg | Track Review 🎵

Moneybagg Yo, Sexyy Red, and CMG The Label unveil an enjoyable, unapologetic rap banger in “Big Dawg” – woof, woof!

ericdoa, kickstand | Track Review 🎵

Connecticut-based Gen-Z musician ericdoa brings the heat (and the hyperpop vibes) on his brief but entertaining and potent single, “kickstand.”

David Kushner, Dead Man | Track Review 🎵

Midwest singer/songwriter David Kushner follows up his breakthrough hit, “Daylight,” with another captivating, dramatic gem, “Dead Man.”

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