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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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Troye Sivan, Blue Neighbourhood | Album Review 💿

Troye Sivan shines on his debut album 'Blue Neighbourhood,' sharing his world and educating his audience song after song.

R. Kelly Up to His Old Tricks on ‘The Buffet’

R. Kelly remains true to himself on his latest album, 'The Buffet.' 'The Buffet' is a mix between the profane, sex & soul.

G-Eazy, When It’s Dark Out | Album Review

Up-and-coming Bay Area rapper G-Eazy drops his sophomore album, 'When It's Dark Out'. Eazy remains true to himself, which makes album no. 2 so endearing.

Babyface Consistent on ‘Return of the Tender Lover’

Iconic R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface returns with his tenth studio album, Return of the Tender Lover.

Kirk Franklin Maintains Consistency on ‘Losing My Religion’

'Losing My Religion' is another strong offering from contemporary gospel musician extraordinaire Kirk Franklin. It’s not his best, but it has great moments.

A Great Big World Deliver Home run on ‘When The Morning Comes’

A Great Big World's sophomore LP 'When the Morning Comes' is a consistent album that's exceptionally executed. Weaknesses are few and far between.

Alessia Cara, Know-It-All | Album Review

Canadian pop singer Alessia Cara showcases ample potential on her full-length debut, 'Know-It-All.'

Ty Dolla $ign, Free TC | Album Review 💿

Ty Dolla $ign shows great versatility throughout 'Free TC', oscillating between singing/rapping & soulfulness/unapologetic brashness.

Logic, The Incredible True Story | Album Review 💿

After delivering a superb debut album (Under Pressure), Logic follows it up with another incredible LP with The Incredible True Story.

Justin Bieber, Purpose | Album Review

Justin Bieber returns with a respectable, comeback album, 'Purpose.' While it isn’t a homerun, it’s good enough to restore him to pop glory.

~ 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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Von Venn, In Time | Track Review 🎵

Guest contributor, George James: Von Venn Release Single 'In Time' From New Album 'Jeanie Is Out.'

Tyler Childers, In Your Love | Track Review 🎵

Kentucky country singer/songwriter Tyler Childers delivers a tour de force with his moving, love-driven ballad, “In Your Love.”

ZAYN, Love Like This | Track Review 🎵

ZAYN, now signed with Mercury Records, makes an enjoyable, fresh, and groovy return with single, “Love Like This.”

will.i.am & Britney Spears, MIND YOUR BUSINESS | Track Review 🎵

Unfortunately, the reunion of will.i.am and Britney Spears is botched by their dated, silly, and slightly undercooked pop single, “MIND YOUR BUSINESS.”

Anusha, Burden | Track Review 🎵

Singer/songwriter Anusha shines on her single, “Burden” bringing artistry, authenticity, and thought-provoking songwriting.

David Archuleta, I’m Yours | Track Review 🎵

American Idol runner-up David Archuleta, now 32 years old 🤯, shines on the danceable, exuberant, and summery pop bop, “I’m Yours.”

Alex Angelo, You Go First | Track Review 🎵

Pop singer/songwriter/producer Alex Angelo makes those pesky matters of the heart sound sweet on his brief but potent single, “You Go First.”

Billie Eilish, What Was I Made For? | Track Review 🎵

Billie Eilish delivers a superb vocal performance on “What Was I Made For?” a gorgeous, reflective ballad from Barbie: The Album.

Post Malone, Overdrive | Track Review 🎵

Post Malone continues to embrace pop on “Overdrive,” the third advance single from his fifth studio album, Austin.

Dixon Dallas, Sleeping All Alone | Track Review 🎵

Dixon Dallas, an alter-ego of musician Jake Hill, is back with another gay, country smash in “Sleeping All Alone.”

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