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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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Rick Glam, VAMPIRE (EP) | Album Review

David Archuleta, Earthly Delights (EP) | 📀 Review

Kendrick Lamar, GNX | 💿 Review

Lizzo, MY FACE HURTS FROM SMILING | 📀 Review

Ervin Munir, Pure And Simple | Album Review 💿

AKA KELZZ, Odyssey | Album Review 💿

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Takeaways from Marsha Ambrosius’ ‘Friends & Lovers’

After listening to Marsha Ambrosius' sadly under-promoted sophomore album Friends & Lovers, there were some notable takeaways worth mentioning.

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

G-Eazy is Confident & Hungry on ‘These Things Happen’

Throughout 'These Things Happen', Bay-area rapper G-Eazy is cocky and confident. From the onset, G-Eazy comes out swinging, establishing he’s “the man.”

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|30Jun 1430 Jun, 2014

Joe Keeps Things Grown & Sexy on ‘Bridges’

Adult contemporary R&B singer Joe keeps things "grown and sexy" on his latest album, 'Bridges.' 'Bridges' is another independently released effort from Joe.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|27Jun 1427 Jun, 2014

Linkin Park Rock Hard on ‘The Hunting Party’

Chester Bennington and Mike Shinoda did not come to play around on 'The Hunting Party', the latest album from Linkin Park.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|25Jun 1425 Jun, 2014

Mali Music, Mali Is… | Album Review 💿

Mali Music makes his secular debut with MALI IS... but he doesn't eschew showcasing his faith in the least.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|24Jun 1424 Jun, 2014

Ricky Dillard & New G Keeps Things Fresh On ‘Amazing’

Gospel musicians Ricky Dillard & New G keeps things fresh and inspirational on their latest exceptional album, 'Amazing'.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|22Jun 1422 Jun, 2014

Lana Del Rey, Ultraviolence | Album Review

Alternative musician Lana Del Rey shines on her incredibly moody new LP, 'Ultraviolence.' It perfectly showcases Del Rey’s incredibly robust, unique voice.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|19Jun 1419 Jun, 2014

José James’ Restlessness is a Virtue on ‘While You Were Sleeping’

Versatile singer José James follows up critically-acclaimed LP 'No Beginning, No End' with the eclectic 'While You Were Sleeping.'

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

Meshell Ndegeocello Shines On ‘Comet, Come to Me’

Bassist, singer/songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello shines on 'Comet, Come to Me', an album that is something of an underrated gem.

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

Shaliek Shows He’s An Old Soul on Debut ‘Blood Sweat Tears’

R&B newcomer Shaliek showcases his fondness for old school soul on his debut album, 'Blood Sweat Tears'.

Album 💿, Music, Reviews By the musical hype|11Jun 1411 Jun, 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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Artemas, time alone w u | Song Review

mgk, times of my life | Song Review

The Kid LAROI, BACK WHEN YOU WERE MINE | Song Review

Jill Scott, Beautiful People | Song Review

Joji, Love You Less | Song Review

KATSEYE, Internet Girl | Song Review

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Cautious Clay, “Puffer” | Track Review 🎵

Cautious Clay both surprises and captivates on his short, unique indie-pop single, “Puffer.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Jun 2220 Jun, 2022

Chlöe, “Surprise” | Track Review 🎵

Chlöe continues to show ample potential on her third solo single, “Surprise,” but also leaves the listener desiring a bit more all told.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Jun 2220 Jun, 2022

John Legend, “Honey” | Track Review 🎵

Award-winning musician extraordinaire John Legend collaborates with Muni Long on the short but utterly sweet R&B single, “Honey.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Jun 2220 Jun, 2022

Saucy Santana, “Booty” | Track Review 🎵

Unapologetic gay rapper Saucy Santana enlists rapper Latto for “Booty,” an anthem tailor made for Pride month 2022 and well beyond.

LGBTQ, Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|16Jun 2216 Jun, 2022

Pharrell Williams, “Cash in Cash Out” | Track Review 🎵

Pharrell Williams taps fellow Grammy winners 21 Savage & Tyler, The Creator for the knocking rap banger, “Cash in Cash Out.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|15Jun 2215 Jun, 2022

Joji, “Glimpse of Us” | Track Review 🎵

Versatile Japanese musician Joji delivers one of the year’s most gorgeous songs with his authentic, honest, and relatable ballad, “Glimpse of Us.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|15Jun 2215 Jun, 2022

Lizzo, “Grrrls” | Track Review 🎵

Although initially plagued by the controversy of an ableist slur, Lizzo atones for her wrongs & delivers a respectable, female empowerment anthem with “Grrrls.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|15Jun 2215 Jun, 2022

Jxckson & Sevenths, “Ready 4 Love? (Sevenths Remix)” | Track Review

Austin-based queer pop artist Jxckson links up with English music producer Sevenths for an incredible remix of his 2020 single “Ready for Love?”

LGBTQ, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|14Jun 2214 Jun, 2022

Demi Lovato, “SKIN OF MY TEETH” | Track Review 🎵

Demi Lovato transforms into a pop-punk superstar on the brutally honest “SKIN OF MY TEETH,” the promo single from HOLY FVCK. 

LGBTQ, Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|13Jun 2213 Jun, 2022

Osvaldo Supino, “Gold” | Track Review 🎵

Independent Italian pop musician Osvaldo Supino returns with his second single of 2022, the uplifting and inspired “Gold.”

LGBTQ, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|13Jun 2213 Jun, 2022

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