~ 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


Rachel Platten, ‘Perfect for You’ | Track Review

After the so-so “Broken Glass,” Rachel Platten steps up her game on “Perfect for You,” the second single from her forthcoming album, ‘Waves.’

Chris Young, ‘Hangin’ On’ | Track Review

Chris Young delivers an enjoyable, respectable single with “Hangin’ On,” a promo single from his sixth studio album, ‘Losing Sleep.’

Aeriel, ‘Be Down’ | Track Review

Los Angeles R&B-pop artist Aeriel ‘shines bright like a diamond’ on her new lush, new single, “Be Down,” from her forthcoming EP, ‘Sad Girls Club.’

Grace VanderWaal, ‘Escape My Mind’ | Track Review

13-year old Grace VanderWaal drops “Escape My Mind,” the fourth teaser track from her highly-anticipated debut album, Just the Beginning (November 3).

Rich Brian, Chaos | Track Review 🎵

Now a grown man at 18 years of age, Rich Brian celebrates, returning with one ‘chaotic’ banger with “Chaos.”

Lewis Capaldi, ‘Fade’ | Track Review

Alternative newcomer Lewis Capaldi showcases incredible potential and talent on single, “Fade.” He’s ‘got next.’

Lauv, ‘Easy Love’ | Track Review

23-year old Lauv makes a name for himself on his chill, enjoyable single, “Easy Love.” He embraces the challenge of hard-fought love vs. easy love.

Tim McGraw & Faith Hill, ‘The Rest of Our Life’ | Track Review

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill shine on “The Rest of Our Life,” the second single and title track of their upcoming joint album.

Marc E. Bassy, Til I Get Found’ | Track Review

Ahead of his debut album ‘Gossip Columns,’ up-and-coming pop artist Marc E. Bassy drops one final teaser track, “Til I Get Found."

Maren Morris, ‘Dear Hate’ | Track Review

Maren Morris responds to the Las Vegas mass shooting thoughtfully on her new single, “Dear Hate.” She’s assisted by Vince Gill.