~ Song Reviews 🎵 ~

Ah, welcome to the page that is dedicated solely to Single & Track reviews. Singles and tracks of various styles are evaluated in this section of The Musical Hype – We don’t discriminate. Track reviews are also available on the home page.

More often than not, the single reviews on the site tend to follow a format that includes an intro paragraph with background information, a body, comprised of 1-2 paragraphs of analysis, and a concluding paragraph that ‘puts a cap’ on things. Each track also receives 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

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

Track reviews generally run a minimum of 250 words with many running north of 300 words. So, music enthusiasts everywhere – Musical Hypeians worldwide – get your fix of single & track reviews down below!!!

Brent Faulkner

The Musical Hype


Brent Faiyaz, Eden | Track Review 🎵

Brent Faiyaz shines on the socially conscious, spiritually driven “Eden,” appearing on Black History Always / Music for the Movement Vol. 2.

Still Woozy, Rocky | Track Review 🎵

Ascending pop artist Still Woozy returns with his first single of 2021, the chill, intriguing, and totally ear catching “Rocky.”

Conan Gray, Overdrive | Track Review 🎵

Pop standout Conan Gray absolutely slays on “Overdrive,” his first single of 2021. The record is a certified B-O-P.

AJR, Way Less Sad | Track Review 🎵

AJR remain polarizing to some degree, but “Way Less Sad” is well-produced, relative enjoyable, and ultimately, inoffensive.

24kGoldn, 3, 2, 1 | Track Review 🎵

24kGolden continues to build momentum leading up to the release of his debut album (El Dorado) with a potent third single, “3, 2, 1.”

Untold Poet, Don’t Understand | Track Review 🎵

George James: Hip hop arrives most potent when it is true, and Untold Poet knows this too well with his latest release, 'Don't Understand'.

Lil Tjay & 6LACK, Calling My Phone | Single Notez 🎶

The Musical Hype provides some quick thoughts on “Calling My Phone” by rapper Lil Tjay and Grammy-nominated R&B artist, 6LACK.

Arrlo, WFTWTE | Track Review 🎵

Riverside, CA alternative-indie pop/rock band Arrlo shine on their relatable, well-rounded second career single, “WFTWTE.”

Taylor Swift, Love Story (Taylor’s Version) | Track Review 🎵

Taylor Swift successfully recaptures the magic of her early hit single, “Love Story” on the rerecorded “Love Story (Taylor’s Version).”

Rick Rutherford, Words | Track Review 🎵

George James: Freya Alley is back with a new spine-tingling track 'Big Wild World'. The release is a testament to the singers' unremarkable character.