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THE REVIEW
“Collapsing into joy… … … ”
Constantly balancing between the unreal and the surreal, the slow advance of this album gently takes you into the dreaming arms of a suspended dimension.
It could be the ideal soundtrack for a documentary on the confrontation of the seasons, it certainly is for the visions of one's soul, projected onto the screen, stretched by the mistral wind infused with sea salt.
The tracks follow one another without ever straying from their predestined uniformity; this feature is a merit and not a limitation of this masterpiece. Every note, starting from the guitar surges, excellently played by both Sylvian himself and the immense Marc Ribot, up to the never intrusive samplings, chisels this album into a shape that changes with each listen.
“I Surrender”, “Thalhiem” and “Darkest Dreaming” are the gems of a work that could accompany you in that dream from which you never want to awake.
“In the everything and nothing In disharmony and rhyme In the sound of shot and echo Who's the victim, what's the crime? What's the crime?”
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David Sylvian's Dead Bees On A Cake masterfully blends surreal and dreamlike soundscapes into a cohesive listening experience. Featuring exceptional guitar work by Sylvian and Marc Ribot, the album flows seamlessly, inviting listeners into a meditative state. Key tracks like 'I Surrender', 'Thalhiem', and 'Darkest Dreaming' stand out as highlights. This album is praised for its ability to evolve with every listen and its deeply emotional impact.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
David Sylvian
David Sylvian (born David Alan Batt) is an English singer-songwriter and former leader of the band Japan who developed a solo career spanning art rock, ambient and experimental music. He is known for a distinctive baritone voice and collaborations with artists such as Ryuichi Sakamoto and Robert Fripp.28 Reviews
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By Mariaelena
"I Surrender," 10 minutes of repeated poetry, is a unique warm tenderness that must never end.
David Sylvian is a sweet and simple narrator of enchanted tales with an oriental fragrance blended with the West.
