alternative singles | The Musical Hype - Part 38

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Grizzly Bear, Painted Ruins [📷: RCA]

Grizzly Bear, Four Cypresses | Track Review 🎵

Cypress trees never sounded better in the hands of alt-darlings Grizzly Bear on “Four Cypresses,” a single from their new album, ‘Painted Ruins.’

By the musical hype, 9 yearsAugust 16, 2017 ago

Grizzly Bear, Painted Ruins [📷: RCA]

Grizzly Bear, Mourning Sound | Track Review 🎵

There is no ‘mourning’ on “Mourning Song.” Alternative darlings Grizzly Bear returns strong following a five-year hiatus between albums.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsAugust 15, 2017 ago

Coldplay, Hypnotised © Parlophone

Coldplay, Hypnotised | Track Review 🎵

Coldplay makes its official return with “Hypnotised,” a song from the British band’s upcoming EP. “Hypnotised” plays true to its name.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 7, 2017 ago

Lana Del Rey, Lust for Life [📷: Interscope]

Lana Del Rey, Love | Track Review 🎵

Alternative pop standout Lana Del Rey returns with a new, atmospheric, romantic single “Love.” Interestingly, it manages to incorporate some groove.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsFebruary 20, 2017 ago

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