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 Listening seems to see grassy blankets, glaciers, and puddles.

 'Summer Make Good' actually sounds sadder and more introspective than previous records.

This review highlights Múm's 'Summer Make Good' as a delicate and introspective electronic album rooted in Icelandic landscapes and emotions. It draws comparisons to influential artists and genres like trip-hop and ambient, emphasizing the album's minimalism and synesthetic qualities. The music is portrayed as both melancholic and aesthetically refined, with dynamic drumming and intimate lyrical themes. Overall, the album is celebrated for its unique blend of local and universal musical elements, creating evocative soundscapes. Dive into Múm’s evocative 'Summer Make Good' for a journey through ethereal Icelandic soundscapes and tender electronic moods.

 We could say we are facing a hybrid project definable as 'Dead Can Dance in a metal version.'

 Elusive or slippery, fragile and sharp as glass, that is, lava that cooled becomes a sort of 'immobile liquid,' an ocean-sea frozen in its illusory wave motion.

The 3rd And The Mortal’s Painting On Glass is a captivating hybrid of ethereal music and metal, defying traditional genre categories. The album features a conceptual, operatic structure with atmospheric, distorted guitars and spectral voices. Revered for its elusive and timeless character, it draws comparisons to experimental and post-space rock acts. This Norwegian release offers a unique journey through soundscapes that blend grandeur with fragility. Dive into the elusive soundscape of Painting On Glass—listen now and experience this unique blend of ethereal metal artistry!

 It’s as if with the alternation between static, almost ambient moments, and breaks that precede rhythms dictated by stroboscopic sequencers and soft sounds à la Kraftwerk/Japan, he gives the idea of a meta-textual movement of the camera in a panoramic view of metropolitan scenarios.

 I listened to this music on headphones in the Rome subway; after the first few stops, the immersion in these 'virtual music' was such that it gave me the idea that the music was drawing that 'something more' that the external scenario had... I was in the subway of London, Tokyo, Berlin, there was no more difference.

Ran is a standout debut album merging Giorgio Ricci’s meticulous electronic production with Romina Salvatori’s dynamic vocals. Drawing on influences from eastern cultures and cinematic sound design, the album creates immersive metropolitan atmospheres. Its delicate balance of ambient and rhythmic elements evokes a vivid sense of place and emotion. The work is praised for its originality, polish, and artistic depth. Explore Ran's mesmerizing blend of electronic sounds and ethereal vocals—listen to their debut album now and feel the cinematic cityscape come alive.

 Minimalist, dark, hypnotic, dense, on the sharp edge between 'music' and 'noise.'

 Conceptual industrial-wave, for which we could borrow the definition of 'Existential Rock.'

Cranes' debut mini-album Self Non Self offers a minimalist, dark, and hypnotic fusion of industrial noise and dream pop influences. The album balances electronic experimentation with melodic female vocals and rich poetic sensibility inspired by Romantic and Symbolist literature. Marked by references to iconic industrial and electronic pioneers, the record showcases the band's conceptual and existential approach to rock music. It is a promising introduction to an atmospheric and emotionally deep sound. Dive into Cranes' Self Non Self for a hypnotic blend of industrial and dream pop – listen now to experience this unique musical journey.

 Eleven Eleven is so far the best achievement the duo from this corner of Central Europe has managed to realize.

 The epic ride 'Videodrome' is a rhythmic/instrumental masterpiece, driven by vocal virtuosity and the peak expression of the art of sampling.

The review praises Coptic Rain’s second album, Eleven Eleven, for its maturity and versatility compared to their debut. It highlights the duo’s skillful use of loops, varied rhythms, and melodicism within the industrial rock and EBM genres. Special attention is given to standout tracks like the Virgin Prunes cover and 'Videodrome,' which showcase the group’s artistic growth and sampling expertise. The album is viewed as a landmark work in Central European post-modern music culture. Explore Coptic Rain's Eleven Eleven for a rich fusion of industrial and post-modern sounds—listen now and experience groundbreaking sampling artistry!

 Population Four appears a more "spartan" work compared to the instrumental sumptuousness and arrangements of its predecessors.

 It could, perhaps, truly be a surpassing of the past… so vivid and (in the end) reassuring as to overshadow what is asserted as a slogan: "Look Into The Future."

Population Four marks a clear artistic shift for Cranes, moving toward a spartan and essential sound compared to their previous richly arranged albums. The album blends dream pop with industrial and alternative influences, revealing the band's evolving musical identity. Thoughtful reflections highlight notable tracks like "Angel Bell" and "On Top Of The World," emphasizing transition and potential. While it lacks the lushness of earlier works, the album offers a moody, ascending atmosphere that sets Cranes apart in the British alternative scene. Discover the evolving soundscape of Cranes in Population Four—listen now and experience their bold dream pop transformation.

 This album was created to induce a deep, restorative, and natural sleep.

 Presented as a sort of Sigur Ros reinterpreting Ennio Morricone, Vito is the memory and its surpassing.

Vito's 'Makes Good Areas Disturbed' stands out as a compelling post-rock album blending psychedelic rock, noise, and ambient elements. It draws clear influences from iconic bands while introducing fresh ideas and subtle electronic touches. The album creates a deep, restorative atmosphere with soft melodies and emotionally charged vocals. Highlight tracks like 'Arrested By These Phenomena' and 'Falling Out' showcase its lyrical and sonic depth. Overall, it's a thoughtful and creative musical experience. Discover the soothing soundscapes of Vito's post-rock masterpiece—listen now and experience a new dimension in indie music.

 "Tension, intensity, power, light: the God Machine will seize your soul."

 "Fixed Water offers a snapshot of water caught in its repetitive wave motion, a sort of 'static and apparent movement,' an existential metaphor of what 'passes without passing.'"

The review praises Sophia's Fixed Water as a profound and poetic album emerging from the tragic end of God Machine. It highlights Robin Proper-Sheppard's artistry in blending acoustic instruments with post-apocalyptic noise rock atmospheres. The music is described as intimate, expressive, and emotionally intense, comparing it favorably with artists like Nick Drake and Radiohead. Each song evokes vivid images and existential metaphors, making the album a compelling 'second chapter' in the artist's oeuvre. Explore Sophia's Fixed Water and immerse yourself in its haunting, poetic rock journey.

 The title captures the shockwave of criticism and reveals the poetics underlying the whole work.

 Litfiba is situated in 'no man’s land' between Negramaro and Coldplay, embarking on that arc of circle they should manage to close.

This review analyzes Litfiba's album Essere o Sembrare as a deliberate transitional work marking the band's evolving artistic phase. The album reflects the band's awareness of their critics while trying to find a new sound amidst Italy's 2006 music scene. The reviewer highlights the album’s strengths in select songs and notes the challenge posed by lyrics. Overall, it positions the album as a meaningful step in Litfiba's ongoing story rather than a definitive breakthrough. Discover the evolving sound of Litfiba in Essere o Sembrare — listen now and explore their artistic journey.