~ 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


Kyle Reynolds, ‘The Real Thing’ | Track Review

If you haven’t already heard or heard of pop singer/songwriter Kyle Reynolds, get to know him.  He shines on the thoughtful new single, “The Real Thing.”

Kesha, ‘Here Comes the Change’ | Track Review

Kesha delivers a well-rounded, socially- conscious single with “Here Comes the Change,” which appears on the ‘On the Basis of Sex’ soundtrack.

Avril Lavigne, Head Above Water | Track Review 🎵

Avril Lavigne delivers the most authentic, personal single of her career with “Head Above Water,” inspired by her battle with Lyme Disease.

HRVY, ‘I Wish You Were Here’ | Track Review

Rising British pop musician HRVY returns with a relatable, love-yearning single, “I Wish You Were Here.”

Rita Ora, ‘Let You Love Me’ | Track Review

In advance of her sophomore album, ‘Phoenix,’ Rita Ora drops an enjoyable, if only quasi-memorable single, “Let You Love Me.”

Tyler, the Creator, ‘Peach Fuzz’ | Track Review

Although “Peach Fuzz” is short in length in a number of ways, Tyler, the Creator continues to serve up some worthwhile bars.

Lil Uzi Vert, ‘New Patek’ | Track Review

Lil Uzi Vert shows promise on his ultra-lux single “New Patek.” Still, it has its flaws, including a long run time, misogynistic overkill, and rap clichés.   

The Chainsmokers, ‘This Feeling’ | Track Review

The Chainsmokers tap an unlikely collaborator in country artist Kelsea Ballerini for their single, “This Feeling.” The results are a pleasant surprise.

Lana Del Rey, Venice Bitch | Track Review

Lana Del Rey gives listeners a serious ‘vibe’ with her second new single of 2018, “Venice Bitch.” As colorful as it is, the 10-min duration is a bit much.

Lil Peep & XXXTENTACION, ‘Falling Down’ | Track Review

While “Falling Down” does an excellent job of reminiscing back to the strengths of the late Lil Peep and XXXTENTACION, it lacks in both depth and structure.