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 The opening 'Circles' is definitively the great cadenced rock song that will tear at your guts, with that inimitable tortured voice.

 Get this album if you love Husker Du. And if you don't love Husker Du, get this album anyway.

This review celebrates Bob Mould's 2005 album Body Of Song as a powerful and expertly crafted rock record. It highlights Mould's unique vocal style, strong guitar work, and emotional lyricism. The album builds on his past with Husker Du, balancing raw energy and refined sound engineering. Several tracks are dissected in detail, praising their distinct qualities and depth. The review encourages fans and newcomers alike to appreciate the album's significance in rock music. Listen to Bob Mould's Body Of Song and experience a masterclass in rock evolution today!

 Twenty-two years after its release, we could say 'it's only glam rock but I like it!'

 Production by the famous Tony Visconti turned out to be a disastrous choice, making Vive Le Rock the worst-sounding Ant record of all.

Adam Ant's 1985 album Vive Le Rock marks a return to glam rock roots with strong songwriting and catchy tracks. Despite artistic consistency and standout songs like "Miss Thing" and "Apollo 9," the album suffers from poor production by Tony Visconti, making it the lowest quality-sounding release of his career. A good glam rock effort appreciated by fans of the genre but not without flaws. Discover Adam Ant's glam rock revival on Vive Le Rock—listen now and judge its rock spirit despite the flawed production!

 "If ‘Heartbeat City’ was the overview of Ocasek’s new imaginative obsessions, in ‘This Side Of Paradise’ one immerses oneself, enters the venues, walks the streets, sometimes goes up into apartments, and sometimes drives around in a car."

 "Ric Ocasek was the romantic hero of USA pop-rock, the symbol of a playful and/or fashionable easy listening, but not (and never) trivial, and he has nothing to hide."

This Side Of Paradise by Ric Ocasek is a polished 1980s pop-rock album that balances guitars and clear keyboards beautifully. The review highlights Ocasek’s strong melodic skills and mature songwriting, with standout tracks like 'Keep On Laughing' and 'Emotion In Motion.' The album is well-produced and features contributions from notable artists like Tom Verlaine. It captures a sophisticated yet approachable sound that differs from mainstream synth pop of the era. Listen to Ric Ocasek’s This Side Of Paradise and experience 80s pop-rock brilliance today!

 "For the reviewer, however, 'Door To Door' is a decent record that suffers from disharmony."

 "So 'Heartbeat City' didn’t have a successor? Wrong. It’s just that I haven’t reviewed it yet."

The review critically analyzes The Cars' 1987 album 'Door To Door,' noting its struggle to match the success of 'Heartbeat City.' The album showcases a mix of nostalgic new wave and rock elements but suffers from inconsistent production and keyboard dominance. While some tracks capture the classic Cars spirit, others feel weak or misplaced. Ultimately, the album is viewed as decent but falling short of expectations, preceding the band's breakup. Discover the nuanced journey of The Cars in 'Door To Door'—listen now and explore their 80s rock evolution!

 This album remains with eight songs of which three are useless, unserviceable to anyone who should listen to them, and detrimental to Ant’s artistic credibility.

 Adam enters the first period of his life away from music. When he returns, the new romantic movement will be in ashes.

Adam Ant's 1983 album 'Strip' features two strong singles but is otherwise a mix of less impactful songs. Produced partly by Phil Collins, the album reflects Ant's transition from punk to a polished new romantic image. Despite its notable moments, 'Strip' failed to maintain Adam's earlier success and marks a decline in his musical credibility amidst the 80s pop scene and state censorship. Discover the highs and lows of Adam Ant's 'Strip'—listen now and explore the story behind this iconic 80s album.

 Adam Ant leaves behind everything built over the past two years and 'changes his tune.'

 Undoubtedly the most successful episodes are the wildest tracks where the bad boy with the ideal son-in-law face is practically irresistible.

Adam Ant's 'Friend Or Foe' marks a significant shift from his punk and glam roots towards a fresh blend of ska, rock, and soul. Collaborating closely with Marco Pirroni, the album delivers energetic and stylish tracks with compelling brass and guitar work. Lyrically, Ant explores personal struggles and identity crises, making the album both introspective and musically engaging. Though not without minor fillers, the album stands out for its adventurous spirit and artistic growth. It remains an essential listen for fans of early 80s alternative rock. Discover Adam Ant's bold transformation—listen to 'Friend Or Foe' and experience its unique blend of ska, rock, and soul today!

 This record still shines for originality, this time not so much compositional but structural, planned, of field choice.

 An unrepeatable work for its genuineness and historical conjunctures, as well as the author’s boldness.

This detailed review explores Adam And The Ants' 1980 album Kings Of The Wild Frontier as a bold and original post-punk work. It highlights the album's tribal rhythms, epic themes, and theatrical performances while critiquing some weaker tracks and the unintended fashion trend it sparked. Overall praised for its creative daring and historical significance. Discover the pioneering sounds of Adam And The Ants and their revolutionary Kings Of The Wild Frontier album—listen now and dive into punk’s wild frontier!

 The album is the quintessence of the musical model, compositional approach, to the score and instruments, lyric writing, years of work, of an artist until then almost outside of any standards.

 'Whip In My Valise' might be the first example of sado-maso-rock. Splendid the full-empty-full guitar while Adam sings 'your sadistic suits my masochistic.'

This detailed review explores Adam And The Ants' debut album 'Dirk Wears White Sox', highlighting its blend of glam and punk elements. The reviewer delves into Adam Ant's troubled background, the innovative musical composition, and lyrical creativity across standout tracks like 'Cartrouble' and 'Zerox'. The album is praised as an original and engaging work, recommended for those seeking a fresh alternative to typical genre offerings. Discover the origins of Antmusic with Adam And The Ants’ unique debut—listen now and explore their groundbreaking punk-glam fusion!

 "'Drive' is without a doubt, only that in fact this voice has transformed: it has become deeper, more romantic, more inspired, less peculiar but more beautiful."

 "A record I truly recommend. Perhaps to listen to with a printout of this of mine at hand, which more than and before being a de-review is a technical and emotional guide to understanding a masterpiece."

This detailed review explores The Cars' 1984 album Heartbeat City, highlighting its ambitious production, emotional depth, and blend of synth-pop and rock. The reviewer praises standout tracks like 'Drive' and notes the dual vocalists' contrasting styles. The album's innovative keyboard work, catchy choruses, and iconic artwork are also discussed. Ultimately, it’s recommended as a masterpiece deserving attentive listening and appreciation. Discover The Cars' Heartbeat City—listen now and dive into a synth-pop classic rich in emotion and 80s charm!

 He’s shed, like a reptile sheds old skin, but not for this has he turned into a rabbit!

 This album, in which Ocasek sings excellently, is thus full of less immediately grabbing songs but not for this less inspired.

Ric Ocasek's 1982 solo album Beatitude showcases his desire to explore beyond The Cars' established sound. The album blends new wave with experimental elements, offering complex and less immediate songs that grow on listeners over time. Not widely embraced initially, Beatitude reflects Ocasek's musical evolution and experimentation under his own name, creating a unique and compelling body of work. Dive into Ric Ocasek’s Beatitude to experience his unique solo sound and musical evolution beyond The Cars.