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This Is Hazelville

THE REVIEW

A dive into the past.

Considering that the London quintet in question is debuting directly under Emi, with the supervision of Trevor Horn (the one from "Video Killed The Radio Star" and who also produced Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Pet Shop Boy, Tina Turner, McCartney, Mike Oldfield, B&S, Tom Jones among others) and that there are (and will be) no less than three singles released from the current album, it is natural to assume that we are facing at least an honest and decidedly commercial work.

Indeed, 'This Is Hazelville' does not require particular attention, and we are not in the presence of epic melodies or majestic rhythms; it is simply a good pop album, unabashedly pop. So unabashed that it still creates its own atmosphere of serenity, fun, and why not, even class.

The 11 tracks, well-arranged, are easily accessible and have immediate appeal, while the female voice of Clare Szembek and the male voice of Rick Flynn search each other between intriguing choruses and falsettos, showing the true personality of the group and maintaining, which is not insignificant, a high level of interest throughout its duration, even though the second half of the album is to be preferred, with the rhythm of "This Heart Keeps Beating For Me" and the crescendo of "Accidie".

These young people, who have a good image and are charming enough, may also be flimsy and trendy (and if so, they will have a short life), they may also remind us of other bands (incredibly even The Alan Parsons Project), yet they are talented and can be listened to with pleasure. At least for now. Rating: 3.5.

Regards, Addison.