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 "Gentlemen Take Polaroids represents not only the most beautiful, complex, and mature album of the group but also one of the highest moments of the entire new wave."

 "The best arrives almost at the end of the entire work... 'Taking Island In Africa'... an indisputable track both for musical structure and lyrics, with a soul entirely devoted to world music."

The review praises Japan's album Gentlemen Take Polaroids as a pinnacle of 80s new wave and new romantic music. It highlights David Sylvian's unique voice, poetic lyrics, and the fusion of avant-garde electronics with world music elements. Collaborations with Ryuichi Sakamoto enrich the album's sound. Tracks like the title song, Nightporter, and Taking Island In Africa are noted as exceptional moments. The album is celebrated for its originality, emotional depth, and sophistication. Listen to Japan's Gentlemen Take Polaroids and experience a timeless blend of new wave and world music artistry.

 The great and total novelty of The Nightfly is that it is the first album recorded entirely in digital, with a sound perhaps somewhat plastic, fake but extremely clean and pleasant.

 Donald Fagen... manages to exemplarily narrate the nightlife, reconciling New York metropolitan stereotypes with the existentialism of a man alone in front of the night.

Donald Fagen’s debut solo album The Nightfly masterfully blends jazz and pop, capturing the spirit of 1960s New York nightlife and societal optimism. The album stands out as a historic milestone in digital recording with clean, smooth sounds. Lyrically, it explores themes of nostalgia, existentialism, and cultural dreams, making it a rich and varied work. The reviewer praises the album as both revolutionary and essential for fans of jazz and pop music. Dive into The Nightfly and experience the timeless blend of jazz and pop that defined a generation—listen now!

 Peter Gabriel is perhaps one of the few to have achieved both commercial success and high musical quality.

 'Here Comes the Flood' is one of Peter Gabriel’s most beautiful ballads, provoking deep emotions both live and acoustically.

Peter Gabriel's 1977 solo debut album 'Car' marks a brilliant reinvention after leaving Genesis, combining progressive rock, folk, and innovative sounds. The album showcases Gabriel's emotional depth and musical genius, including classics like 'Solsbury Hill' and 'Here Comes the Flood'. Collaborations with King Crimson's Robert Fripp and Tony Levin enrich the album's quality. This record is a testament to Gabriel's ability to merge commercial appeal with artistic integrity. Listen to Peter Gabriel's groundbreaking solo debut and explore the emotional depth and musical innovation of 'Car' today!

 "Yes truly transcend the edge of their artistic creation, giving birth to one of the great monuments in the history of progressive rock."

 "Siberian Khatru... creates a mental state of exhaustion, one of the most entrancing tracks by Yes."

Yes's 'Close To The Edge' marks a peak in progressive rock with its rich fusion of complex compositions and spiritual themes. Released in 1972, it showcases the band’s artistic maturity shortly after 'Fragile'. The album moves beyond natural themes into Eastern philosophical reflections, with standout tracks like 'Siberian Khatru' delivering intense musical experiences. It remains a monumental and influential work in Yes’s discography and the progressive rock genre. Explore the legendary sounds of Yes's 'Close To The Edge'—listen now and dive into the epic journey of progressive rock mastery!

 "Fragile is indeed the fourth album by Yes and the second in chronological order within the trilogy of their milestone albums."

 "To appreciate this album and progressive music more generally, one should listen and listen again (perhaps even with closed eyes) to receive from the organicity of the sound sensations."

This review praises Yes's 1972 album Fragile as a pinnacle of progressive rock, highlighting its technical excellence, rich vocal harmonies, and thematic focus on nature. The reviewer emphasizes key tracks like 'Roundabout' and 'Heart of the Sunrise' as masterpieces and encourages deep, repeated listening to fully appreciate the album's organic sound. Fragile is presented as an accessible entry point into progressive rock for new listeners. Dive into Yes's Fragile – listen now and experience the pinnacle of progressive rock mastery!