I didn't have that Bieber Fever

On June 22, 2016 I went to my very first huge concert performed by Justin Bieber's 'Purpose' tour. It was amazing to see such a great amount of volume and how great the performance was. The setting was stunning and each step he took was well fitted. However, the lip sync and the messing up of the words 'Love Yourself' was such a disappointment and Justin took no chances to perform it live.  Justin performed his old hit songs such like 'Baby' and 'Boyfriend'. That really was the highlight of the concert it was incredible to see Justin perform those songs live. Overall, I had a blast with seeing my first concert, but I wish it was actually live.

5.5/10 Mediocre 

Pros:

+ Staging was gorgeous 

+ Throw back songs

Cons:

- Lip Singing

- Messing up lyrics

What didn't I Come For?

This is Rihannas third single with Calvin Harris. They have such a good bond when it comes to producing music and I really enjoyed hearing them collaborate again to make this incredible song. The lyrics are just amazing, but Rihanna doesn't sound like herself which is not of the dance side maybe its auto tuned who nows. The music video is too similar to 'Hotline Bling' by Drake. I didn't see that much of art in the music video than I expected which lacks great impressions. Overall, the song is well done just lacks art in a way.


8.4/10 Great


Pros: 
+ Strong Collab
+ Catchy and well fitted

Cons:
- Music video too similar
- Doesn't sound like the Rihanna we know

Will Never Forget This Song

Zara Larsson is growing rapidly in her music career and she's flourished with one of the best hit of the summer 'Never Forget You' featuring MNEK both artists are fairly new which brings a good side to new artist forming in the music industry. 'Never Forget You' brings a new electronic vibe by showing alternative music with dance music. The song has a powerful structure that shows greatness in it.  The beats and the different beats being dropped as a excellent way of making the song work. The music video has a breath taking view of the parts of Iceland. The music video reminds me of "Where The Wild Things Are" which brings a great sense of pleasure a long the way. Overall, I enjoy Zara Larsson a lot and will be ready to hear more of her music!


10/10 Masterpiece Editors' Choice

Pros: 
+ New artists 
+ Breathtaking/ heartwarming music video
+ New music genre 
+ The beats are magical 

Cons: 

Confidence is Key in Life

When it comes to Meghan Tranior I had a great sense that she was going to be just a one and done person since most people are, but I was wrong. Her sophomore album 'Thank You' was a hit and a miss. She brought a sense of less pride in ladies than her Freshman album 'Title' She improved greatly and the song 'Me Too' hits a good spot in my brain with the confident lyrics and the catchy beats that make it so pleasing to the ears. The song may not have a whole 3:30 vibe to it, but it covers the majority of the song well. The music video makes me feel even better about myself she isn't caring at all about what people are saying to her which makes it feel excellent for watching. Overall, Meghan is back with the brown hair and the go to attitude.


9.4/10 Amazing 

Pros:
+ Shes back!
+ Lyrics are pleasing
+ Music video is rather nice to see 

Cons:
- Length 

You Are The Only One

You Are The Only One

      Sam Smith's talent as excelled in greatness with the soft touch notes and the meaningful lyrics. The lyrics speak to you with what its really meant to be in love. The music video describes what love is these days. We see the emotions of love and greatness. Even tho love can do good and bad. Its not contributed to any harsh feelings that we call "Cheating". The way Smith brings this topic through the song is well done. The music video tells a story about a couple being married. Then the husband goes to the bar and gets drunk and has sexual desire with women. When the woman knows that but, doesn't, want to bring it up since he has money. Today, our society only cares for the money which is very sad. I hope one day our world will be so much better. Overall I would think I'm Not The Only One will be on my Pholl's playlist. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH


10/10 Masterpiece Editors' Choice 


Pros: 

       + The message comes clearly 

       + Sam Smith's voice is incredible 

       + The lyrics are powerful 

       + Music video is perfect aligned with the song 

Cons:

Black Widow? Come Again?

   

   
        Iggy Azalea has dazzled USA with her first song "Fancy" that hit huge with me and USA as well. But, "Black Widow" isn't so great. Iggy can rap good but, can Iggy have a song just with herself? Two hits in a row. Fancy and now Black Widow. I really need to see Azalea have a song that its huge just by herself. Rita Ora? Who's she? For a second I thought she was Rihanna. I like the lyrics a little bit. But, black widow what does that mean again? The beat is very up beat and I love it. The beat changes which is fantastic! Now for the music video. I don't really know if the music video fits in with the song. The first two minutes of the music video is very confusing and I wasn't engaged. Which was a major loss. The music video was trying to tell a story but, it failed in the beginning. Then after the music starts the music video started making sense. How Iggy is a secret ninja and her sidekick is Rita Ora. The clan is called Black Widow. I should be able to recognize the title of the song means. I couldn't figure it out until the music video came out. They go on multiple missions in the music video. For example, how the both need to kill a man in a certain amount of time. Overall Black Widow hits points but, can improve. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shoutout to Alexa S for being a great friend.


8.8/10 Great 

Pros:

     + Has a great beat to it 

     + Lyrics are good

     + Iggy Azalea with Rita Ora 

Cons:

     - The first two minutes of the music video were very confusing 

I'm Stronger Than I've Been Before

      Ariana Grande makes a huge comeback with her new album "My Everything" that is expected to be released on August 25. The album includes "Break Free" and "Problem". She also now has a single with Nicki Minaj and Jessie J called "Bang Bang". With "Break Free" the song features Zedd which is very hard to connect to because, you can't even hear is part in the song due to how Ariana's voice is to high and covers up Zedds part. The song starts with a strong push that involves Zedds music that cues Grande to come in and start the song off well. Break Free has a great sense of vibe with Zedds spectacular up beat with it. I enjoy Break Free a lot. The lyrics are cleaver with Grande's high notes. She has something that can't be explained. The lyrics are not repetitive which is great. Now for the music video. The music video ties in greatly with the song. The music video has a star wars theme to it. I don't understand the first 20 seconds of the music video but, it I forgot about it when Ariana starting singing. The music video tells a story which is rare these days for artist to portray story lines into their music videos. I wasn't lost and I followed through greatly with the story. She escapes and rescues her friends then Ariana gets kidnapped by the enemy. Then she escapes and gets rescue by Zedd and go off to space. Overall Break Free rockets into space and scores big. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shoutout to Lauren B, Addi T, and CeCe C


9.8/10 Amazing Editors' Choice 


Pros:

       + Ariana Grande 

       + The beat is incredible 

       + Lyrics are fantastic 

       + Music video is amazing 

Cons:

       - Can't hear Zedds part 

       - The beginning of the music video was confusing 

Can I Get A Remix In Here?

       Finally Cedric Gervais has picked to do a remix with Miley Cyrus. As you know Adore You didn't do great with me or with anyone really. Not high views and the song was slow. If you want to see my full review for Adore You just scroll until you find it. Now for this song. Adore You with remix has a much better beat with lyrics that are still audible. Meaning the beat doesn't run over the lyrics causing it difficult to hear. The song isn't slow and boring. Now more up beat and not so boring. The one thing that disappoints me is Gervais didn't remix the whole song which disappoints me because, he did the whole song with Lana Del Rey with Summer Time Sadness. But, I can take a remix with Cyrus. This is her first remix and she proves that she can do remixes without failing greatly. Adore You featuring Cedric Gervais hits much higher than just Adore You. Overall I think Miley should collaborate more with DJs and maybe her songs will turn out better than expected. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shout out to Bailey for having a hilarious sister.


9.3/10 Amazing Editors' Choice 


Pros:

     + Miley Cyrus 

     + Good collaboration with Cedric Gervais 

     + The song has been updated to perfection 

     + Adore You isn't so slow and boring anymore 

Cons:

    - Part of the song isn't even in the remix

Im Ready! Ready For What?

       AJR is another not popular band that some how got a little popular with this song. Im ready has a good tune to it but fails greatly with SpongeBob in the back round with the most annoys voice ever saying Im ready too many times. Im ready was on to something but it feels like they didn't want finish the song so they just put SpongeBob in the back to finish each verse. This song has some hope but there is no hope since the song is already released. The lyrics are okay but, again with SpongeBob in the back makes the lyrics feel repetitive in annoying. The music video ties in somewhat with the song but, I don't know. Overall Im ready wasn't all that ready. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shout out to Natalie again.


5.1/10 Mediocre 


Pros:

     + Had some beat to it 

     +  There was some lyrics

Cons:

     - SpongeBob doesn't need to be in any songs what so ever 

     - Music video didn't make me want to watch it again and again 

     - Song had something to it but, failed greatly 

Let's Go Down To The Tennis Court

       Lorde has been a huge success this past year. She has hit big with Royals. But, she hasn't done her best as of now. Tennis Court isn't the best in Lorde. The song is good but, the song seems its dragged causing the song to be slow and boring. The lyrics are catchy but, the occasionally the deep voice yeah makes the song awkward. Lorde scores well in her beautiful voice but, her yeah makes it not so yeah. Now for the music video. All of the song is just her staring. What is this, is this suppose to be a staring contest? I think I won if it was so. Like common are you serious? So I suppose to think a Tennis Court is a staring contest? Lorde looks stunning but, between Royals and Tennis court is a big difference. Overall Tennis Court strives to be good but misses greatly. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shoutout to Megan A for being a great friend.


6.3/10 Okay


Pros:

      + Lorde 

      + Lyrics are on to something 

Cons:

      - Music video isn't the best 

      - The song is too slow 

      - Beat is boring

Stay With Me

   
        Sam Smith is an artist that I love. I love some artist only have like 350K scribers and get on iTunes charts. Smith shows that anyone can do what ever they want to do. Stay With Me has a good meaning. The song talks about just staying with me meaning not to leave and not to cheat on anyone. The beat has a good tune to it. Also the lyrics are smooth and peaceful. Now for the music video. The music video to be honest is boring. Theres not much going on and that makes me not want to engage in something that isn't fun. Its disappointing for Smith with such a fabulous song and brings a awful music video. Doesn't help with Smith at all. Overall Stay With Me hits hard and then falls short. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shoutout to Natalie and Annie for being the best friends that there could be.


9.4/10 Amazing 


Pros:

      + Sam Smith

      + Lyrics are clean and peaceful 

      + The beat changes greatly 

Cons:

      - Music video is boring 

Yes There's No Place I Rather Be

        Whose this Clean Bandit? Where did they come from? How did they get on top 5 charts? Well this song can explain it. How incredible this song is. Rather Be is clean and fit to perfection. It has a great beat and lyrics score big points. The lyrics are repetitive and the lyrics bring meaning as well. The music video has this Chinese theme to it. I can see how the music video can tie with the song but the music video could have been different in my view. The song is called Rather Be meaning there should be at least a couple like in All Of Me's music video. But, that doesn't mean I don't like the music video its still brilliant. I have no cons at all with Rather Be. Overall Rather Be hits big points for me. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shoutout to Natalie L and Annie T for being great friends.


10/10 Masterpiece Editors' Choice 

Pros:

       + Jess Glynne 

       + Lyrics are spot on 

       + Beat is just amazing

       + Music video is good 

       + The song feels peaceful 

Cons:

Yes Ke$ha You Are The Crazy Ones

        Oh Kesha were to begin? Kesha has a great beat and rhythm but fails to rap. Is this even rap or just trying to rap? We see Cyrus raping much better than Kesha. Kesha has good beat and the whistle brings a good rhythm to the song. Then we see will.i.am but, does he really need to be in the song? Is Kesha just good enough that she needs a featured artist? The lyrics are good. The music video ties in beautiful with the song. They act crazy as they can. Kesha looks awesome with tons of make up on. Which we call cake face in my town. The only thing that can be approved is rap isn't her thing. Kesha just stick to singing no raping needed. Overall Crazy Kids hits a huge mile stone for Kesha. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH Shout out to Hannah R, Eva, and Megan A for being a great group of friends to me.


9.2/10 Amazing 


Pros:

      + Ke$ha 

      + The beat is good 

      + Music video is awesome

      + Lyrics aren't too bad   

Cons:

      - Will.i.am needs to go 

      - Ke$ha can't rap sadly 

Why Are You My Remedy?

 

       To start things off I love Foxes. She is amazing. I love this collaboration. Zedd featuring Foxes is a good group. The lyrics are never repetitive. The lyrics have a good meaning as well. The beat is always changing and makes the song work. The only bad thing that shouldn't have been done is off course the verses all sound to the same. If that makes sense to you. If not well sorry then. I love the music video. The music video is very original. But, it lacks meaning. The music video ties in somewhat with the song. Clarity hits huge with beat and lyrics but fails to find a good meaning with the music video. Foxes looks stunning and has a great role in the music video. If only the music video didn't drag the point value down this song would get a big 10 from me. Overall Clarity goes in depth but too much can drag the point value down greatly. For all things music reviews keep it on Paul's Summer Blog. PH. Shout out to Lauren B for being my bae forever.


9.5/10 Amazing Editors' Choice 

Pros:

      + Good collaboration 

      + Beat is well done

      + Lyrics are never repetitive 

      + Foxes

Cons:

      - Music video is confusing 

Orange Is The New Black: Thirsty Bird

8.1/10 Great 

Orange Is The New Black Starting off with Season 2 now

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Oh gosh what a season. Piper really hits it off with her role on the main character. Overall Piper gets great reviews from me!

9.8/10 Amazing 

Orange Is The New Black: Can't Fix Crazy

8.7/10 Great 

Orange Is The New Black: Fool Me Once

9.3/10 Amazing Editors' Choice 

Orange Is The New Black: Tall Men With Feelings

9.8/10 Amazing Editors' Choice