~ 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

Robyn, ‘Honey’ | Track Review

While Swedish dance/pop singer Robyn brings sexy vibes on “Honey,” the single is lacking in both oomph and clear distinctiveness.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|4Oct 184 Oct, 2018

Michael Bublé, ‘When I Fall in Love’ | Track Review

Michael Bublé ‘brings the heat’ on a gorgeous rendition of the traditional pop standard, “When I Fall in Love,” from his 10th album, ‘love.’

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|4Oct 184 Oct, 2018

Pistol Annies, Interstate Gospel | Track Review 🎵

Pistol Annies ‘get their praise on’ on the gospel-tinged, traditional country single, “Interstate Gospel,” the title track from their 3rd LP.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|3Oct 183 Oct, 2018

Kodak Black, ‘If I’m Lyin, I’m Flyin’ | Track Review

Although still near the top of the list of polarizing rappers, Kodak Black delivers an enjoyable, respectable single with “If I’m Lyin, I’m Flyin.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|3Oct 183 Oct, 2018

Shawn Mendes & Zedd, ‘Lost in Japan (Remix)’ | Track Review

DJ/producer Zedd amplifies the greatness of an already terrific song, Shawn Mendes’ soulful-pop joint, “Lost in Japan,” with a tasteful remix.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|3Oct 183 Oct, 2018

Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper, ‘Shallow’ | Track Review

Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, stars of ‘A Star is Born,’ showcase impressive vocal chemistry on the soundtrack promo single, “Shallow.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|2Oct 182 Oct, 2018

Muse, ‘Pressure’ | Track Review

There’s no ‘pressure’ whatsoever on Grammy-winning alternative rock band Muse. They outdo themselves on the ear-catching advance single, “Pressure.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|2Oct 182 Oct, 2018

Marc Anthony, Will Smith & Bad Bunny, ‘Está Rico’ | Track Review

In one of the year’s more unlikely collaboration, Marc Anthony, Will Smith, and Bad Bunny join forces on the enjoyable Latin pop single, “Está Rico.”

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|2Oct 182 Oct, 2018

T.I., ‘The Weekend’ | Track Review

T.I. enlists Young Thug for “The Weekend,” his third advance single from his highly-anticipated new album, ‘DIME TRAP.’

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|2Oct 182 Oct, 2018

DJ Snake, ‘Taki Taki’ | Track Review

DJ Snake continues to ‘work his magic’ on the star-studded, Latin-tinged dance single “Taki Taki,” featuring Selena Gomez, Ozuna, and Cardi B.

Music, Pop Culture, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|1Oct 181 Oct, 2018