The 20 Best Albums of 2018 (Part 2/2)

This is the second part of the list of the 20 best albums of 2018 according Jus' Sayingg.

I want to tell you that I chose these 20 albums following the next points: because of its musical production, if they show an evolution musically (according the artists/band/and so on), and if I really liked it or not.

Troye Sivan – Bloom 

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Release date: August 31st, 2018

Here it comes another fascinating young artist that has proven how great you can be when you really know who you are and what you want. As "universal acclaim" has been described "Bloom," which is Troye Sivan's second album, imagine how ahead is Troye from tha game, that in only a few years he has shown all of his talenten and how far he can go with her music. This record has beautiful songs about love, breakup, and sexuality. Musically, it has an 90s vibe pop and it's very catchy and enjoyable. My favorite track is "Dance to This" (featuring Ariana Grande).

Metric – Art of Doubt 

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Release date: September 21st, 2018

You could say that 2018 was just reggaeton or trap, but Metric came to save us from all that reppetitive stuff. "Art of Doubt" is the seventh studio album by Canadian indie rock band and it was one of the best albums that were released in 2018. Why? Because it has the great alternative rock and synth-rock sound, it's pretty fresh, catchy and it sounds somehow familiar. This album talks about different issues; such as, search of a new life, pain, love, obssesion, taking risks in life, among others. Metric did an amazing job with this album and it was a savior from all the same stuff from radio. My favorite track was "Love You Back".

Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper – A Star is Born 

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Release date: October 5th, 2018

What Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper did with the original soundtrack for the film "A Star is Born" is pretty special; however, we won't talk about if the movie was good as good as the music, but the soundtrack is glorious. If you didn't watched the movie, you don't have to do it to love this album. Bradley blew my mind, because I didn't knew how well he could sing and well, all we know the amazing skills of Lady Gaga. "A Star is Born" soundtrack has fascinating songs, each track is a masterpiece; lyrically, musically, the production, the melodies and rhythms, their vocals, everything is on point. My favorite track by Gaga was "Is That Alright?" and by Bradley was "Out of Time".

twenty one pilots - Trench 

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Release date: October 5th, 2018

Let me tell you that the first time that I heard it, I wasn't sure about if I liked it or not; however, as I listened to it a couple of more times, I understood the whole concept and the "world" they created. "Trench" is the first album by twenty one pilots that made me emotional, because it's very honest and raw. Tyler sounds very vulnerable and he sings about personal issues, in a way that hits you hard with his vulnerability. Musically, it has explosive tracks, but most of the songs are type of ballads. My favorite track was "Bandito".

MØ – Forever Neverland 

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Release date: October 19th, 2018

After four years without releasing a full-length, the Danish singer and songwriter MØ came to let us know why she's one of the best artists from our times. "Forever Neverland" is the proof tha she's very multifaceted when it comes to re-creating herself. This new record sounds fresh and joyful, even when most of the tracks are nostalgic. MØ is a great singer and in this album, I feel like she's finally "boasting" her singing skills and as songwriter. My favorite track was "Red Wine" featuring Empress Of.

Robyn – Honey 

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Release date: October 26th, 2018

This is Robyn's eight album and it was also released after eight years of hiatus! The wait was worth it, because "Honey" is full of her electro-pop style and it was "universal acclaim", scoring 89/100. Robyn has made a unique album that sounds very innovative, even when she's "reviving" the vibes of the disco and dance without letting her pop essence. I don't have anything more to say about it, because when something is well done, it doesn't need much explanation. My favorite track was "Send to Robin Immediately".

Rosalía - El Mal Querer 

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Release date: November 2nd, 2018

This is the first time that I decided to choose an album in Spanish, but believe me, it's totally worth it. "El mal querer" (English: Bad loving) is the second studio album by Spanish singer Rosalía and it's a masterpiece. This record has 11 tracks, where we can immerse ourselves in her flamenco-pop, synth-pop, seguidilla, tango, fandango, and alternative sounds. It's also the first time that I listen to this music genre, you know, I'm Mexican so I'm not used to listen to flamenco music. Lyrically, "El mal querer" is a whole story inspired by a book that she read, so each song tells a chapter of it. If you don't speak/know Spanish, it doesn't matter, you'll love it. My favorite track was "Pienso en tu mirá" (Cap. 3: Celos).

Mon Laferte – Norma 

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Release date: November 9th, 2018

Here it is another album in Spanish, but this time is by Chilean singer-songwriter Mon Laferte. "Norma" is her second name and it was chosen as the title for her fifth album, she also said that she thinks it's her favorite record up to date, because of all the things that she lived in the making of the album. I want to tell you, "Norma" was recorded at Capitol Records studio in Los Angeles without editing and done in one shot! This album is so beautiful and magestic. Musically, it's a mixture between salsa, mambo, danzón, cumbia, and pop. Lyrically, you'll find songs about love, breakups, relationships, and pain. I'll repeat it, even if you don't speak Spanish, listen to it! My favorite track was "Si Alguna Vez" featuring El David Aguilar.

Muse - Simulation Theory 

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Release date: November 9th, 2018

"Simulation Theory" is the eighth studio album by English rock band Muse and this is another example of a stunning re-creation of the band. This album could be described as synth-rock, alternative-rock and pop. Personally, I really loved this new one, because it sounds different, but not too different; you still know that you're listening to Muse. Evolution is necessary and that's what Muse is doing, they still have their unique style, amazing guitar solos, powerful lyrics, and that good stuff that they always give us. My favorite track was "Break It to Me".

Rita Ora – Phoenix 

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Release date: November 23rd, 2018

Surprisingly cohesive and consistent, Rita Ora came to present us her second studio album "Phoenix", after six years of wait. I have to accept that I wasn't waiting something as good as this album, but do not misunderstand, I love her style and music; however, her debut album released in 2012 wasn't that cohesive and consistent as this one. Certainly, Rita has reborn as a phoenix. Lyrically, it has great songs about the complexity of love, pain, breaukups, being lost, lovers, among others. Honestly, I loved it. My favorite track was "Let You Love Me".

These were the 20 best albums of 2018 according to me and I really would like to know what do you think about it. Have you every hear one of these? What's your favorite one? Do you agree with the list? Which othe album was missing according you? Let me know your opinion and don't forget to share this post if you liked it.

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It's so hard to choose just one! New music for new experiences

As the days has passed, our favorite artists have released new songs and today, in this following list you'll find the best seven new tracks that I have heard in these past days. Find the new song by Sia, Troye Sivan, Thirty Seconds To Mars, Kylie Minogue and more!

Zedd - The Middle (feat. Maren Morris & Grey)

The amazing Zedd has finally released a new song titled "The Middle" featuring Maren Morris and Grey. I think that the latest tracks that he has been releasing are great and this one is my new favorite. The song is about stop fighthing and just start the love again, I really loved the massage and I think that it's the first time that I heard to Maren Morris and I loved her voice, she sounds just perfect in this track.

Thirty Seconds To Mars - Dangerous Night

Thirty Second To Mars have released a new song called "Dangerous Night" and it's a love song. I liked its beat, because it sounds very fresh and it's less "dark" than their past songs. It's a catchy song and I feel like it could be a new hit for them.

Sia, David Guetta & Afrojack - Helium

I think that we weren't waiting for this collaboration; however, I'm glad that it's real, because this new song is beautiful and emotional. Sia is singing about wanting the love of that person that makes her life better. "Helium" is an electronic ballad that I'm sure you'll love.

Kylie Minogue - Dancing

Kylie Minogue has returned with her new single "Dancing" that forms part of her upcoming album "Golden". This new track has a sweet rhythm, it mixes a little bit of country vibes with her dance pop that all we love. I have to say that she's one of the few singers that I still listen since a child, so this new single is very fresh to me. I liked it, but I hope that she can release a more powerfull single than this one.

Troye Sivan - The Good Side

First of all, I have to say that I wasn't expecting this song to sounded as it sounds, but don't get me wrong, it's a great song. After his first single, that has a strong rhythm, Troye has decided to released a beautiful breakup song titled "The Good Side". It's a guitar ballad and when it first started with the sound of like a harp, I thought that it was going to be as "My My My!" but it wasn't! It was very suprising, but it was a good surprise.

Beth Ditto - I'm Alive

Beth Ditto has released a new song (that is not that new), because the song "I'm Alive" is a cover. The song belongs to Tommy James & The Shondells, which is a  rock band, formed in Niles, Michigan in 1964. Nevertheless, this kind of 60s-70s vibe goes perfect for Beth's voice, it's a simple song, but its message is clear and powerful.

Rita Ora - Proud

The British singer Rita Ora is keeping releasing new songs and this time she has giving us an empowering song called "Proud". This is a pop ballad and as the title says, it's about being proud of who we are and to stay in that mood forever. I love the message, but something is missing, I mean, it's not like that kind of songs that I really feel.

Tell me guys, what was your favorite song? If I had to choose my favorite one from this list, I would choose "The Middle" by Zedd. Please leave a comment and/or share this blog. Remember that the official twitter of this blog is @JusSayinggBlog and Facebook @JusSayinggBlog, also my personal insta is on the left top of this page. 

It's hard to choose the best one! New year, new videos.

These past two weeks (the first two from this new year) have been full of new music videos, released by our favorite artists. In this following list, I will show you the best six videos that where released from the first day of 2018 to 14th January 2018. 

Dua Lipa - IDGAF 

Finally, Dua Lipa has released the music video for the single "IDGAF", taken from her self-titled debut album. This song was one of my favorite since I heard it and I'm pretty happy that she realized that it should be a single, becuase everything in this track is perfect. Let's move on to the music video, I think that it's very creative and entertaining, I also liked that she's playing the role of her ex, and the visual effect of two Duas is amazing!

Troye Sivan - My My My!

Troye Sivan has released his new single called "My My My!" and it's fire! The truth is that he is a great singer and his music style is very original, this song shows it and it's very refreshing. The video is cool for the song and I think that the place where it was recorded was perfect for its vibe. He seems to be enjoying his nw song and so do us! 

Taylor Swift - End Game (feat. Ed Sheeran & Future)

Taylor Swift keeps releasing music videos and it was the turn for the song "End Game", which is a collaboration with Ed Sheeran and Future. I think that the video doesn't reflects the meaning of the song, it's like just a video where we can notice that Taylor is enjoying this new chapter in her carrer. I liked it, but as I said, it's not like a video where the meaning of the song is explained (from my point of view).

Bruno Mars - Finesse (Remix) [Feat. Cardi B]

Bruno Mars had the greatest idea of inviting the new sensation Cardi B, to make a remix of "Finesse", song that comes in Bruno's latest album (without Cardi B). Personally, I really like this song, because it's so catchy and its old school vibe is so cool. On the other hand, the music video is like a 90s TV show, because of the clothing and scenography; it's pretty fun and it goes perfectly with the song. Well done guys!

Justin Timberlake - Filthy 

"Filthy" is the name of Justin Timberlake's newest single, taken from his upcoming studio album "Man of The Woods" and we have to admit that most of us were waiting for this. Let's talk about the song first, "Filthy" is a sexual song with electronic beats. It sounds different, but at the same time it has his vibe. Moving to the music video, Justin is acting like if he were Steve Jobs introducing us to a new robot that moves without the necessity of cables or something similar. I think that the meaning of the video is that, there will be a time where robots will act like humans and they will experiment feelings and emotions as we do. At this point, I'm not pretty sure if I like the song or not, but I think that if I hear it more times, I will get it (or not).

JAY-Z - Family Feud (feat. Beyoncé)

The newest music video by JAY-Z has finally been published in his official Vevo page and this is a collaboration with his wife Beyoncé. In words of JAY-Z, this song is about "separation within the culture. Like, new rappers fighting with old rappers, saying all these things. So, the line is, ‘Nobody wins when the family feuds." The music video is a story where we can see different couples and women talking about different issues. It's kind of long, but it's very entertaining and well, I would say that this is and will be one of his new iconic videos.

Tell me guys, what was your favorite music video? If I had to choose my favorite one from this list, I would choose Bruno Mars' video feauting Cardi B. Please leave a comment and/or share this blog. Remember that the official twitter of this blog is @JusSayinggBlog and Facebook @JusSayinggBlog, also my personal insta is on the left top of this page. 

Unforgettable songs by Lady Gaga, Troye Sivan & INNA

Troye Sivan - HEAVEN (ft. Betty Who)

Troye Sivan has published the audio of Heaven, song taken from his debut album Blue Neighbourhood in collaboration with Australian singer-songwriter Betty Who. The song is about "the struggles of growing up LGBT+ and coming to terms with sexuality and gender." I'm not pretty sure if it's his next single or if it just a promotional single. However, this is one of the best tracks in the album, it has powerful lyrics that will make you reflect about it.

"All my time is wasted

Feeling like my heart's mistaken, oh

So if I'm losing a piece of me

Maybe I don't want heaven?"

Lady Gaga - A-YO

Lady Gaga's upcoming new album is almost here, so she decided to released one of the tracks from Joanne as promotional single. The song is called A-YO that is a pop country song with good vibes and an amazing message, Gaga explained the meaning of A-YO saying the following: "A-YO, A-YO were smokin 'em all" is like "hey you, let's celebrate. Were leavin our haters in the dust." I have to say that it's a cool song, but it isn't my favorite Gaga's song so far, I'm waiting until she release her album to decide my favorite one.

"Get off on me, my body's got you pleadin'

Light me up and breathe in

Mirror on the ceilin'

Off on me, my body's got you pleadin'"

INNA - Cum Ar Fi?

The Rumanian singer Inna has released a new song called Cum Ar Fi?, in Rumanian (her native tongue). I love Inna's music and even when I don't speak Rumanian, this song sounds great and I noticed that this language sounds pretty exotic, sometimes it sounds like Italian or something like that. I translated the lyrics into English and it seems to be a love song, but I'm not sure.

"De cand cu tine

Am inceput sa cred in povesti

Nu, n-am nevoie sa ma intelegi

Mi-ajunge ca ma iubesti"

"Since you

I started to believe in fairy tales

No, I need to understand me

I get that you love me"

Tell me guys, what was your favorite song? Did you liked Lady Gaga's new song? Do you like Inna's music? Did you liked Troye Sivan's song? Write all your comments and follow me on Twitter and Facebook (@JusSayinggBlog). Furthermore, you can find more info about new songs, videos, album reviews, etc.

MTV VMA 2016 & the performers are...

The VMAs are going to be celebrated on Sunday, Aug. 29 at 9/8c on MTV and we're very excited to see amazing performances for some of our favorite artists! We know the nominees since several weeks ago, but we want to know some of the performers and the possibles songs that they will sing on one of the most famous stages, the VMAs stage.

First of all, we already know that Troye Sivan will be singing featuring Alessia Cara will perform in the pre-show, that is while the red carpet is held. Of course, "Wild" will be the song that Troye and Alessia will present to us. However, they aren't alone in the pre-show, because there are rumors saying that Jidenna and Lukas Graham will also perform.

What about the performers for the "main show"?!

Well, in the "main stage" we will enjoy an amazing medley by Rihanna! Jesse Ignjatovic (​the show's executive producer) told EW that Rihanna will perform “the biggest tracks of her career." Adding, “I can tell you it’s going to be one of those holy crap VMA moments ... She’s not playing. She’s bringing it.” YEAH!!!

Furthermore, Ariana Grande featuring Nicki Minaj will perform "Side to Side", from Ari's latest album and Britney Spears featuring G-Eazy are going to make the show hotter with "Make Me...". But there are a third collaboration, because Nick Jonas will sing "Bacon" featuring Ty Dolla $ign and a four collaboration of The Chainsmokers with Halsey singing "Closer". While, Future will be singing alone (or not). At this point of our lives, this is the full list, but maybe tomorrow more artists will be part of it, you know that MTV always give us unforgettable shows. (Imagine Gaga singing her upcoming new single!)

The 2016 MTV Video Music Awards will be held on August 28, 2016 at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan. Don't lose the show of the month!

What about you people! Are you excited? Who do you want to see performing? Write all your comments here and follow me, also share it if you liked this post! 

Love is Love, Troye Sivan & Tegan and Sara show it!

Troye Sivan - WILD (ft. Alessia Cara)

The South African-born Australian singer, songwriter, actor, and YouTuber Troye Sivan has published the music video for the new version of his song "WILD", featuring the Canadian singer Alessia Cara.  I liked this new version, Alessia gives it a great vibe and the music video is great for the message of the song, which Sivan described in the Advocate as such: “I feel like gay relationships are sexualized in the media and I just wanted to show a romantic, adorable, puppy love situation between two little boys because that’s something we never ever see.”

"Leave this blue neighbourhood

Never knew loving could hurt this good, oh

And it drives me wild

Cause when you look like that

I've never ever wanted to be so bad, oh"

Tegan and Sara - BWU

The Canadian indie pop duo Tegan and Sara have published the music video for "BWU", song taken from their latest album "Love You to Death". The music video is great and they try to explain us that you can express your love to somebody else without needing it to be validated through the institution of marriage. 

"I love you

I don't need a ring to

Prove that you're worthy

You're under my skin"

The video of the day is...

Is hard to choose just one, because both are great. However, Tegan and Sara did an amazing music video for their song. Congrats girls!

What about you guys?! What was your favorite video? It's just my opinion, but I would like to know yours, write here and follow me on Twitter and Facebook, also you can share this post with friends.