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11 Thrilling ARE Songs, Part 3 (2025) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; AcatXIo from Pixabay; Brock Wegner on Unsplash]

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11 Thrilling ARE Songs, Part 3 | Playlist 🎧

11 Thrilling ARE Songs, Part 3 features songs by 54 Ultra, Aaliyah, LaBelle, Teddy Swims, and Troye Sivan.

By the musical hype, 3 monthsSeptember 10, 2025 ago

Bangerz N Bopz 🔥

54 Ultra, Where Are You | Bangerz N Bopz 🔥

In the 66th edition of Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 (2025), we highlight “Where Are You” performed by 54 Ultra.

By the musical hype, 4 monthsAugust 17, 2025 ago

Parker Matthews, Hit and Run © Matthew Paul Lang

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Parker Matthews, ‘Hit and Run’ | Track Review

Pittsburgh-bred, Los Angeles-based, pop musician Parker Matthews showcases immense potential on single, “Hit and Run.” Clearly, he’s on an upward trajectory.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsFebruary 23, 2018 ago