John Legend | The Musical Hype - Part 12

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John Legend, Love Me Now [Single] © Columbia

John Legend, Love Me Now | Track Review

On promo single “Love Me Now,” John Legend embraces the neo-, post-R&B script, embedding soulfulness within the context of pop.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsOctober 10, 2016 ago

Kygo, Cloud Nine © RCA

Kygo, Cloud Nine | Album Review

Kygo delivers a well-rounded album with Cloud Nine. It’s imperfect but possesses more than enough for the listener to be satisfied.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 20, 2016 ago

10 Emotionally Overwhelming Songs | Playlist

The 10 featured songs are “full” of emotion and depth. Each song has a deeper meaning or larger purpose which makes it truly unique, special, and memorable.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsMay 1, 2015 ago

Sufjan Stevens, Carrie & Lowell [📷: Asthmatic Kitty]

Eyebrow-Raising Lyrics From 2015

Throughout 2015, there have been many eyebrow-raising lyrics that raise larger issues or have greater meaning when isolated from their parent song.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsApril 9, 2015 ago

john-legend-common-glory © paramount

Oscar Winners for Best Original Song, 2005 – 2015

Over the past decade, there’ve been great and puzzling Oscar wins for Original Song. Many losers should’ve been recognized, but favorites don’t always win.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsFebruary 24, 2015 ago

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