This blog post will be all about music release. It is always an exciting process for the artist, but mainly the audience. Here is a rough chart of the TYPICAL details of release:
ANNOUNCEMENT >>>>> 1st SINGLE >>>>> 2nd SINGLE OR PROMOTIONAL SINGLES >>>>> CONTINUAL ANNOUNCEMENTS OF ALBUM >>>>> ALBUM RELEASE >>>>> RERELEASE (?)
The hype is usually centered around the pre-album released singles because it is revealing of the best of the album and what is sure to come with the album. High anticipation can result from an artist who is inconsistent with releases or has changed styles. Anticipation is always expected from fans and critics of a certain artist or genre. Universal anticipation arises from international music stars upcoming releases, such as Lady Gaga's or Beyoncé's.
Music rating is also an important aspect of release. Releases are subject to judgment of quality, style, lyrics, overall sound, tempo, originality, and any other musical aspect/component that the reviewer wishes to comment on. Criticism of music is sometimes directed toward artists "losing their style." Losing style means losing uniqueness and individuality in music. Critical acclaim of music represents continuous rave reviews by various critics. Universal acclaim means that there will only be a rare review displaying disapproval.
Taylor Swift's new album was highly anticipated based on two released singles that were almost polar opposite in terms of meaning.
The first single from "Red" was:
...and the second released single (which ended up not being on the album) was:
After Swift's album was released, mixed reviews arrived. Certain critics complimented the change of style, but some did not approve.
This is an example of album process and ratings.
