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THE REVIEW
"Like eating glass" introduces you to a dimension filled with engaging sounds, from which you won't want to leave. This dimension is called Silent Alarm and it's created by Kele Okereke, Gordon Moakes, Russell Lissack, and Matt Tong: the Bloc Party.
After the first 30 seconds, it's understandable to wince, think "it's not for me," and skip to "Helicopter," the second track, which leaves no doubts... they have talent and the rhythm is driving... I might just go back to the first track and listen to it all the way through... second thoughts signify intelligence! Why did I stop it before??!
I'm here, I'm part of this dimension too, which in "Positive Tension" and "Banquet" leaves you breathless but I still feel incomplete, so I move on and in "She’s Hearing Voices" I find my lifeblood.
Is it Kele's unmistakably dark and muffled voice? Russell's guitar?? There's no particular element that makes you regret being in this dimension that shapes up as a forest where riffs are the light filtering through the branches, with hot sticks wielded by Matt.
It's the indie rock forest that finds its completeness in the '70s-'80s English scene: The Fall, The Cure, Gang of Four, The Clash, and why not, Elvis Costello
You can breathe in "Price of Gas" which engages you as much as "London Calling" (the Clash) and then here I am back in the forest: "So Here We Are," which then darkens: "Luno," but for this reason, I don't want to leave. The rhythm protects me. Melancholy hits me: "Plans" but I can't think of anything in particular... this state lasts 4 minutes and 10 seconds, and with "Compliments" it endures but I can't do without it! "Little Thoughts" helps me leave this dimension, this forest.
Now I need to reflect, then I'll return.
This album is indispensable in the collections of all emo-core and indie-rock followers but can also be appreciated by those who don't particularly listen to these genres because they will find equally engaging tracks (for example "Banquet").
A band to follow in its evolution which if there is, will leave you speechless.
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Silent Alarm by Bloc Party is a captivating indie rock album with engaging sounds and driving rhythms. The review highlights standout tracks like 'Helicopter', 'Banquet', and 'She’s Hearing Voices'. Drawing influences from iconic 70s-80s bands, the album blends dark vocals and vibrant guitar riffs. It’s highly recommended for fans of emo-core and indie rock, and even newcomers will find it compelling. A must-have for those who appreciate evolving, dynamic music.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Bloc Party
Bloc Party are an English indie rock band formed in London, first gaining major attention in the mid-2000s with their debut album “Silent Alarm.” Their catalog is often discussed in terms of a shift from angular, post-punk-influenced guitar rock toward more prominent electronic and pop elements on later releases.17 Reviews
Other reviews
By giov
Songs like Like Eating Glass... genuinely make you think you’ve encountered a rock band, if not innovative, at least not too boring.
The album’s sound is impeccably clean... driven songs, equally fast riffs, and a passion for Clash, Pixies, and some of the bands from the ’70s Madchester scene unmistakably emerge.
By northernsky
Bloc Party skillfully mixes the various inspirations and ultimately emerge as one of the most original groups from the recent rock scene.
It is at once cultured, complex, and fun.
By Jack Darko
Masterpiece.
Their sounds are meticulously crafted, the voice perfectly matches the atmosphere of each song.
By MinorThreat
"Silent Alarm. A dark and promising title, and at times even unsettling."
"At the end of the listening session, only one adjective can run through our minds: 'dramatic'."
By branjul
"Silent Alarm is a truly brilliant album!"
The soundscapes are amazing, drawing you into a new, original, unique whirlwind.
