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 "Ahhh, Nina Simone, that ugly, ugly woman with a magnificent angelic voice, battered on her piano to lead us into rapture note after note."

 "A slow and sumptuous heartbeat accompanies the few chords of the piece that could belong on an album by the Bad Seeds, or Scott Walker... pure musical ecstasy and immediate drowning sensuality."

This review praises Nina Simone's unmatched vocal power and piano technique showcased in 'The Ultimate Nina Simone' collection. Highlighting standout tracks like 'Four Women' and 'Wild Is The Wind,' the reviewer emphasizes the album's deep emotional and sensual impact. The connection to modern artists influenced by Simone underscores her enduring legacy in jazz and soul music. Listen to 'The Ultimate Nina Simone' and experience the powerful soul of jazz's greatest legend.

 They torture gently and skillfully, much like Lawrence Olivier extracting Dustin Hoffman's teeth in 'Marathon Man' with bloody class and elegance.

 Music that seems born from an alien mint to this world, no wonder recently acquired by the Neurot roster, masters in blending the most divergent genres.

Zeni Geva's album 10,000 Light Years is a challenging yet rewarding instrumental noise-metal experience. Blending elements of industrial, jazz, and experimental sound, it offers complex tempo shifts and intense sonic textures. Known for its heavy and disorienting style, the album demands careful attention to uncover its nuances. The vocals are minimal and abrasive, adding to the album's alien and introspective atmosphere. Listen to Zeni Geva's 10,000 Light Years for a deep dive into intense, experimental noise metal mastery.

 Alex Hacke is somewhat the Monty Python element, the one who mixes the unmixable and makes it digestible for you.

 A splendid song with a rhythmic structure of ventricular fibrillation, that is, a certain death.

Alexander Hacke’s album Sanctuary offers an eclectic mix of noise, ambient, and rock with moments of brilliance alongside some less convincing tracks. The review highlights Hacke’s friendly but wild persona and the album’s many surprising elements, including collaborations and unusual instruments like the Theremin. While creative and imaginative, the album can feel uneven and scattered at times. Overall, it’s an experimental work that reflects Hacke’s unique style and sense of humor. Dive into Alexander Hacke's Sanctuary for a wild, eclectic journey through experimental sound and unforgettable collaborations!

 Chuck E. Weiss... a true ungrammatical free spirit who revels in his crazy and derivative insights.

 Damn, what a fantastic thing old Chuck E. is!

This review celebrates Chuck E. Weiss as a genuine, playful madman who blends blues, torch songs, and Afro influences with storytelling charm. His outsider spirit and natural joy create a captivating listening experience, supported by his friendship with Tom Waits. The album Old Souls & Wolf Tickets is praised for its soulful, unorthodox energy and authentic authorial voice. Dive into Chuck E. Weiss’s Old Souls & Wolf Tickets and experience blues storytelling with a wild heart—listen now!

 Gainsbarre! The man who, despite being a Neanderthal, as the press of the time delicately put it, joyfully and gleefully romanced Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin.

 Listen to this collection... to grasp the seminal genius that will so much influence French artists of our times.

This review celebrates Serge Gainsbourg's album 'Du Jazz Dans Le Ravin' as a collection of French musical masterpieces. It emphasizes Gainsbourg's provocative style, diverse genre experimentation, and lasting influence on future French artists. The reviewer admires the album’s raw, authentic sound and his unique blend of jazz and lyrical rebellion. Highly recommended for fans of innovative, boundary-pushing music. Explore Serge Gainsbourg’s iconic jazz fusion and lyrical genius—listen to 'Du Jazz Dans Le Ravin' now!

 Noah Landis' keyboards and effects become more prominent, creating soundscapes of apparent peace before the shredded guitars and the three voices plunge everything back into the relentless apocalypse.

 'Under The Surface' is a percussive crescendo ride, an arcane ritual tinged with the fire of Von Till’s voice: undoubtedly their flagship live piece.

Neurosis' 'Times Of Grace' marks a pivotal transition from hardcore roots to a unique, genre-defying sound. Featuring prominent keyboard effects and a blend of aggressive and atmospheric elements, the album explores deep human emotions and despair. Standout tracks like 'Under The Surface' showcase intense instrumental interplay and raw vocals. The album is praised for its powerful, emotional layers and is considered essential for fans of experimental and post-metal music. Dive into the intense world of Neurosis' 'Times Of Grace' and experience a powerful, genre-defying sonic journey today!

 Warren Ellis’s violin is wailing and shrill, never accommodating for the listener.

 The collection of splendid tracks closes with 'Lullabye For Christie' which is so transcendently beautiful it leaves you speechless and with misty eyes.

This review praises Dirty Three's album 'Whatever You Love, You Are' as the band's best work, highlighting Warren Ellis's intense violin playing. The album is described as emotionally rich, with melodic simplicity and complex narrative moods. Tracks blend sorrow, storytelling, and instrumental mastery, culminating in a transcendent closing piece. The reviewer admires the trio's ability to evoke powerful feelings through minimalistic yet immersive sounds. Listen to Dirty Three's haunting 'Whatever You Love, You Are' and experience a masterful journey through raw emotion and exquisite violin.

 The emotional backlash of these tracks live is piercing and ruthless.

 Beautiful, unique, exceptional!

This review captures the intense and melancholic atmosphere of The Devastations’ live show in Ljubljana's Orto Klub. Despite a quiet Slovenian audience, the band's emotive songs connect deeply, creating unforgettable memories. The reviewer reflects on the music's romantic and melancholic qualities paired with local ambiance. The night’s experience blends music, culture, and personal moments into a touching concert memory. Discover the haunting beauty of The Devastations live—listen now and dive into their melancholic world.

 A splendid record: incredibly dark and revolutionary, full of unusual ideas and sounds;

 The voice of a soldier in a trench, muttering something to himself, before the whistle calls for a charge.

Neurosis' Enemy Of The Sun is a deeply emotional and dark album that explores haunting voices and human suffering with revolutionary and experimental sounds. The review highlights intense themes such as war, betrayal, shame, and loneliness. It praises the album as splendid and revolutionary, making a strong emotional impact. The reviewer expresses openness to exploring more music after this captivating experience. Dive into the dark and revolutionary sounds of Neurosis' Enemy Of The Sun and experience its haunting emotional depth today.

 Lisa Gerrard is a healer and has now embarked on the path of ethnographic discovery.

 Music to heal, to let oneself be cradled by the balm of its ethnic/ambient progressions.

Lisa Gerrard and Jeff Rona’s album 'A Thousand Roads O.S.T.' offers an ethno-ambient journey through Native American lands from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego. The soundtrack blends traditional instruments and haunting vocals to create a healing, immersive musical experience. The album stands out from typical indigenous-themed releases with its depth and authenticity. Notably, the final tracks feature inspired original compositions that encapsulate the spirit of the cultures represented. Despite its beauty, the album remains an import-only release. Listen to the mystical fusion of native sounds and ambient healing by Lisa Gerrard & Jeff Rona today.