American Idol | The Musical Hype - Part 4

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Jennifer Lopez, Ain't Your Mama © Epic

Jennifer Lopez, Ain’t Your Mama | Track Review

During the American Idol Series Finale Jennifer Lopez unveiled her newest single to the world, “Ain’t Your Mama.” What’s our verdict?

By the musical hype, 9 yearsApril 11, 2016 ago

Jordin Sparks, Right Here Right Now © 19 / Sony

Jordin Sparks, Right Here Right Now – Review

Former American Idol winner Jordin Sparks steps up her game on her quietly released third album, ‘Right Here Right Now’.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsAugust 24, 2015 ago

Caleb Johnson, Testify © Interscope

Caleb Johnson Shows Off Mad Pipes on Debut LP ‘Testify’

American Idol Season 13 winner Caleb Johnson shows off tremendous potential with a high ceiling on his debut album, ‘Testify’.

By the musical hype, 11 yearsAugust 19, 2014 ago

Candice Glover • Music Speaks © Interscope

Candice Glover Finally Releases Debut Album ‘Music Speaks’

After being initially delayed, American Idol season 12 winner Candice Glover finally delivers her debut album, ‘Music Speaks.’

By the musical hype, 11 yearsFebruary 20, 2014 ago

Fantasia, Side Effects of You © RCA

Fantasia, Side Effects of You | Album Review

Fantasia delivers an enjoyable fourth studio album with ‘Side Effects of You.’ It’s imperfect, but all in all, well-rounded.

By brent80, 12 yearsApril 22, 2013 ago

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