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 "This album is boring and monotonous, at times annoying, with few tracks standing out and none shining with superior quality."

 "Distortion is a post-thrash album that has absorbed sounds typical of a monotonous, repetitive, and cold alternative-industrial sound."

Forbidden's third album 'Distortion' moves away from their classic thrash roots toward a repetitive, industrial-influenced post-thrash style. The review criticizes its monotony, lack of originality, and uninspired vocal approach. Few tracks show any redeeming quality, and the album feels more like a label-driven effort. Fans of traditional Bay Area thrash will likely be disappointed by this shift. Explore our detailed review of Forbidden's 'Distortion' to understand this controversial shift in thrash metal history.

 The first three Deep Purple albums are indeed mediocre works: uninspiring compositions, poor production, bad sounds.

 The true Deep Purple will come later. To write the music history, to write "Smoke On The Water", to write the history of the Twentieth Century.

This review critically examines Deep Purple's self-titled Mark I album, describing it as uninspired with poor production and lacking innovation. While acknowledging the technical skill of band members like Blackmore and Lord, the album is considered mediocre compared to their later work. Particular tracks offer slight relief, but overall it fails to excite or engage. Fans may find some value, but the true Deep Purple legacy begins with the subsequent lineup. Explore Deep Purple's origins and understand the roots before their legendary breakthrough in hard rock history!

 It seems incredible, but it’s true: in certain songs, Edo sounds lazy and weary, as if he is singing the piece for the thousandth time.

 An emblem of the album is the first track 'Magari si magari no'... it sounds like one of those pieces that some 'artists' today do just to attract kids with a catchy tune.

The review highlights Edoardo Bennato’s 1992 album ‘Il Paese Dei Balocchi’ as a low point following years of success. The album suffers from lack of inspiration, repetitive and uninspired tracks, with only a few moments of creativity. This period marks a decline in the artist’s popularity and quality, reflected in subsequent works. Overall, the album is criticized as boring and unmemorable. Explore Edoardo Bennato’s journey and discover why ‘Il Paese Dei Balocchi’ stands out as a low point in his otherwise stellar career.

 È goal! is not a greatest hits album but an essential live record that should not be missing from die-hard fans.

 The title track È goal! quickly became one of the most beautiful, original, and entertaining themes of La domenica sportiva.

È goal! captures a golden moment in Edoardo Bennato’s career, showcasing his powerful live performances with a mix of definitive and faithful track versions. This live album is not a greatest hits collection but serves as an essential release for die-hard fans. It also highlights Bennato’s international orientation with English and Spanish versions. Overall, it's a well-executed record with significant value for long-time followers. Explore Edoardo Bennato’s live energy on È goal! and dive into the rich legacy of Italian rock history.

 "This is surely one of the best albums by the Neapolitan artist."

 "It is absolutely not commercial (except for 'Viva la mamma') as deemed by Bennato's former fans."

Abbi Dubbi is one of Edoardo Bennato's best and most mature albums, released in 1989 shortly before his World Cup anthem. It blends powerful vocals with rich instrumentation and tackles themes ranging from urban struggles to love and dreams. The album won Festivalbar and is praised for its mix of Bennato's old style and new rock maturity. Some tracks like "Viva la mamma" are commercial, but the album overall remains a strong artistic statement. Explore Edoardo Bennato's Abbi Dubbi and experience the powerful storytelling of Italian rock's iconic artist.

 "Kaiwanna to me is an excellent album. Powerful, yet balanced. Psychedelic, wonderfully psychedelic."

 "For a classic Italian listener, it might not be easy on the first listen, but the songs are beautiful, very beautiful."

Kaiwanna, released by Edoardo Bennato in 1985, marks a surprising shift from his 70s style towards a psychedelic and hard rock influenced sound. The reviewer praises the album's powerful atmosphere, meticulous production, and beautiful songwriting despite fan divisions. Highlights include energetic and varied tracks blending rock, metal, and jazz elements. Recommended for listeners open to Bennato's evolving style, especially fans of Anglo-Saxon and American rock. Listen to Edoardo Bennato's eclectic and psychedelic album Kaiwanna to explore a powerful blend of 80s Italian rock!