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    Fantasia, The Definition of... [📷: RCA]
    Music

    Fantasia, Ugly | Track Review 🎵

    Contemporary R&B standout Fantasia dabbles in countrified soul on “Ugly,” a single from her upcoming LP, ‘The Definition of…’

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsApril 19, 2016 ago
    Maxwell, blackSUMMER'Snight © Columbia
    Music

    Maxwell, Lake By the Ocean | Track Review

    A truly glorious happening occurred – the return of one of neo-soul’s greatest, Maxwell, with a stellar new single, “Lake By the Ocean.”

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsApril 14, 2016 ago
    Jennifer Lopez, Ain't Your Mama © Epic
    Music

    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, 10 yearsApril 11, 2016 ago
    K. Michelle, More Issues Than Vogue © Atlantic
    Album 💿

    K. Michelle, ‘More Issues Than Vogue’ – By The Lyrics

    It is safe to say that R&B singer K. Michelle has no filter.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 29, 2016 ago
    Zayn, Mind Of Mine [📷 : RCA]
    Album 💿

    Examining Lyrics: ZAYN, ‘Mind of Mine’

    British pop artist and former One Direction member ZAYN released his debut album, ‘Mind of Mine’ March 25th. Here, we examine notable lyrics from the album.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 28, 2016 ago
    Baauer, Aa © LuckyMe
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    Baauer, Aa | Album Review 💿

    On debut album ‘Aa,’ Baauer seeks to establish himself beyond “Harlem Shake.” Does he accomplish the task? Not quite, not quite.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 24, 2016 ago
    Christon Gray, The Glory Album © RCA
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    Christon Gray, The Glory Album | Album Review 💿

    On his latest album, The Glory Album, Christon Gray shows he has plenty to offer both secular and religious music fans.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsMarch 21, 2016 ago
    David Bowie, Blackstar [📷: Columbia]
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    BB Grooves: David Bowie Lands First No. 1 on Billboard 200

    On the Billboard 200, specifically the no. 1 spot, David Bowie’s legacy lives on with ‘Blackstar’, his first ever chart topper during his lengthy career.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsJanuary 21, 2016 ago
    blackbear, help [Photo Credit: beartrap]
    Album 💿

    Blackbear, Help | Album Review 💿

    Blackbear shares his demons & showcases tremendous potential on his latest effort, Help. He doesn’t rewrite the R&B script, but, it’s solid.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsJanuary 15, 2016 ago
    Babyface, Return of the Tender Lover © Def Jam
    Album 💿

    Babyface Consistent on ‘Return of the Tender Lover’

    Iconic R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface returns with his tenth studio album, Return of the Tender Lover.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 7, 2015 ago
    Kirk Franklin, Losing My Religion © RCA
    Album 💿

    Kirk Franklin Maintains Consistency on ‘Losing My Religion’

    ‘Losing My Religion’ is another strong offering from contemporary gospel musician extraordinaire Kirk Franklin. It’s not his best, but it has great moments.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsDecember 4, 2015 ago
    Ty Dolla $ign, Free TC © Atlantic
    Album 💿

    Ty Dolla $ign, Free TC | Album Review 💿

    Ty Dolla $ign shows great versatility throughout ‘Free TC’, oscillating between singing/rapping & soulfulness/unapologetic brashness.

    By the musical hype, 10 yearsNovember 19, 2015 ago

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