~ 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

Tyga, ‘Dip’ | Track Review

Tyga, assisted by Nicki Minaj, drop an utterly shallow, sexually-charged banger with “Dip.” Both have delivered better performances in the past.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|6Nov 186 Nov, 2018

Ariana Grande, Thank U, Next | Track Review 🎵

“Thank U Next” is an honest, therapeutic single that finds Ariana Grande reflecting on life, love, and focusing on bettering herself.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|6Nov 186 Nov, 2018

Mariah Carey, ‘A No No’ | Track Review

Mariah Carey continues her ‘comeback tour’ with “A No No,” the fourth advance single from her highly-anticipated 15th studio album, ‘Caution.’

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|6Nov 186 Nov, 2018

STF, Lookalike | Track Review

L.A.-based Italian-American singer, songwriter, and musician STF (Stefan Poole) ‘brings the heat’ on his superb debut single, “Lookalike.”

Columns, Music, Press Releases & Shopping, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|5Nov 185 Nov, 2018

Lil Peep, Runaway | Track Review

Following “Cry Alone,” Lil Peep returns with “Runaway,” the second single from his posthumous LP, ‘Come Over When You’re Sober, Pt. 2.’

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|5Nov 185 Nov, 2018

Carly Rae Jepsen, ‘Party for One’ | Track Review

“Party for One,” a hella catchy anthem of self-love, could be the single that gives Canadian pop artist Carly Rae Jepsen another big-time, pop hit.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|5Nov 185 Nov, 2018

Trey Songz, ‘Shootin Shots’ | Track Review

Trey Songz keeps his overt sexual formula ‘alive and well’ on single “Shootin Shots,” which features appearances from Ty Dolla $ign and Tory Lanez.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|5Nov 185 Nov, 2018

Martin Garrix, ‘Dreamer’ | Track Review

Martin Garrix continues his ascent in the dance game with his bright, inspirational, and uplifting gem, “Dreamer,” featuring R&B singer Mike Yung.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|5Nov 185 Nov, 2018

Imagine Dragons, ‘Machine’ | Track Review

Grammy-winning alternative collective Imagine Dragons release “Machine,” their third advance single from their fourth studio album, ‘Origins.’

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|5Nov 185 Nov, 2018

The Chainsmokers, Siren | Track Review

Continuing to release singles throughout 2018, Production/DJ duo The Chainsmokers return with the brief, enjoyable “Siren,” co-produced by Aazar.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|1Nov 181 Nov, 2018