~ 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.

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

Declan McKenna, The Key to Life on Earth | Track Review 🎵

Singer/songwriter Declan McKenna comes through once again on “The Key to Life on Earth,” the second single from his sophomore LP, Zeros.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|21Apr 2021 Apr, 2020

Wallows, OK | Track Review 🎵

Alternative collective Wallows, led by singer/actor Dylan Minnette, return with a bang in 2020 with the surefire, infectious bop, “OK.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Apr 2020 Apr, 2020

Joji, Gimme Love | Track Review 🎵

Joji delivers “Gimme Love,” a third impressive single released in advance of his highly anticipated sophomore album, Nectar.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Apr 2020 Apr, 2020

Sam Smith & Demi Lovato, I’m Ready | Track Review 🎵

Pop powerhouses Sam Smith and Demi Lovato collaborate on “I’m Ready,” a relatable record where both seek to take a risk on love.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|20Apr 2020 Apr, 2020

Omar Apollo, Imagine U | Track Review 🎵

Alternative singer/songwriter Omar Apollo drops his first single in 2020, “Imagine U.” Once again, he strikes gold.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|17Apr 2017 Apr, 2020

Le Fil, Undercover Lover | Track Review 🎵

Le Fil is a Huddersfield musician who is not shy when it comes to flaunting his talent. Read all about his new single,“Undercover Lover.”

Guest Posts, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By George James|17Apr 2017 Apr, 2020

Usher, Lil Jon & Ludacris, SexBeat | Track Review 🎵

Usher, Lil Jon, and Ludacris reunite, 16 years after “Yeah!” with a ‘bang’ on the sensual R&B smash, “SexBeat.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|14Apr 2014 Apr, 2020

Bob Dylan, Murder Most Foul | Track Review 🎵

Although “Murder Most Foul” is well-written and thoughtfully conceived, the Bob Dylan record is ambitious in length, nearing 17 minutes.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|14Apr 2014 Apr, 2020

Twenty One Pilots, Level of Concern | Track Review 🎵

In a time filled with anxiety (COVID-19), Twenty One Pilots’ “Level of Concern” helps to assuage; it's one of the grooviest songs of 2020.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|13Apr 2013 Apr, 2020

Ricky Dillard, Let There Be Peace on Earth | Track Review 🎵

Ricky Dillard, joined by a mass choir and an anointed countertenor, delivers a record for times like these, “Let There Be Peace on Earth.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|9Apr 209 Apr, 2020