~ 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

Hanne Leland, ‘Carry On’ | Track Review

Up-and-coming Norwegian electro-pop artist Hanne Leland delivers an infectious, upbeat, and uplifting record with “Carry On.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 1827 Feb, 2018

The Neighbourhood, ‘Void’ | Track Review

Jesse Rutherford and The Neighbourhood deliver a compelling tale of ‘filling the void’ through substance and sex on “Void,” the promo single for their self-titled, third studio album.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 1827 Feb, 2018

Kacey Musgraves, ‘Space Cowboy’ | Track Review

Kacey Musgraves doesn't miss a beat following a three-year hiatus. Single "Space Cowboy" kicks off the promo campaign for her third album, 'Golden Hour' superbly.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 1827 Feb, 2018

Toni Braxton, ‘Long as I Live’ | Track Review

Adult contemporary R&B veteran Toni Braxton sounds as classy and vibrant as ever on “Long as I Live,” her first single of 2018.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 1827 Feb, 2018

Jake Miller, ‘The Girl That’s Underneath’ | Track Review

Pop artist Jake Miller returns filled with confidence, game, and swagger on “The Girl That’s Underneath,” the promo single for his forthcoming album, ‘Silver Lining.’

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 1827 Feb, 2018

Ne-Yo, ‘Good Man’ | Track Review

R&B singer/songwriter Ne-Yo makes a strong, soulful return on his first single of 2018, “Good Man.” D’Angelo helps to ‘fuel his fire.’

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 1827 Feb, 2018

Janelle Monáe, Django Jane | Track Review 🎵

Janelle Monáe shows off her rap skills on her uncharacteristic single, “Django Jane,” from her 3rd studio album, Dirty Computer.

LGBTQ, Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|27Feb 1827 Feb, 2018

Banamak, ‘Just Friends’ | Track Review

Seattle rapper-producer Banamak (Conner Bloyd) continues to drop ‘mad bars’ on his second single of 2018, “Just Friends.”

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|26Feb 1826 Feb, 2018

CeeLo Green, ‘Brick Road’ | Track Review

Urban music extraordinaire CeeLo Green impresses on his 'dope-fueled.' comeback single, "Brick Road." With "Fuck You" behind him, he still remains incredibly potent.

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|26Feb 1826 Feb, 2018

Janelle Monáe, ‘Make Me Feel’ | Track Review

Janelle Monáe returns to the spotlight fiercely on “Make Me Feel,” a promo single from her third, full-length studio album, ‘Dirty Computer.’

Music, Reviews, Songs 🎵 By the musical hype|26Feb 1826 Feb, 2018