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Thoughts on 2020 Grammy Nominations (Big Categories) [📷: ATO, Brent Faulkner, Columbia, Decca, The Musical Hype]

Thoughts on 2020 Grammy Nominations (Big Categories) 🏆

Another year, another opportunity for The Musical Hype to scrutinize the Grammy nominations which are particularly odd in 2020.

By the musical hype, 4 yearsNovember 25, 2020 ago

Fergie National Anthem Screenshot from 2018 NBA All-Star Game

Fergie Delivers One of The Worst National Anthems Ever | Op Ed

Fergie did not “make a joyful noise” on Sunday, February 18, 2018, as she delivered a totally terrible rendition of the U.S. National Anthem. At the NBA All-Star Game.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsFebruary 19, 2018 ago

Bruno Mars, 24K Magic [📷: Atlantic]

Reaction: 60th Annual Grammy Awards – Winners & Losers | Op Ed

The 60th Annual Grammy Awards is in the books! Now, the time has come to react to the biggest winners and losers of the night.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsJanuary 30, 2018 ago

Soundcloud Rappers Op-Ed

The Problem with Young, SoundCloud Propelled Rappers | Op Ed

Social media plays a gargantuan role in propelling rappers to the mainstream theses day. While this is a wonderful ‘come up,’ the musical quality often suffers.

By the musical hype, 7 yearsJanuary 1, 2018 ago

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