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THE REVIEW
“Curtains” is the last chapter of the series of six records in six months. Frusciante, just to not miss anything, this time veers towards melancholic and autumnal musical landscapes.
Among the numerous changes in style that have characterized this guitarist's challenge, this is perhaps the most fitting and spontaneous. Perhaps John has realized that electronics for its own sake is not his forte and decides to let himself be guided by his acoustic guitar, giving us what he does best; eleven bittersweet melodies to listen to as leaves fall from the trees and the sky darkens. “The Past Recedes” shows us an artist at ease, perfectly serene and immersed in his music. It’s an excellent track, colored with soft pastels and sweetly meowed.
The songwriting is solid, the circles painted by the guitar fascinating, and the atmosphere vespertine. This formula works and gives life to the rest of the tracks; “Lever Pulled” becomes a bit more arid and impetuous; “Anne” stretches into the religious melody and the strong crescendo of guitars; “The Real”, with its vocal intertwining, is another tender ballad, well-made and balanced. The atmosphere remains misty throughout the work, never lapsing into boredom and maintaining a good quality standard. “A Name”, “Control”, and “Your Warning” are other lullabies in the moonlight; some more relaxed, others more vehement, all very pleasant. “Ascension” is one of the brightest episodes; the atmosphere becomes increasingly charged, like a sky that darkens before a violent storm. Concluding the work, we find the sweetness of “Time Tonight” and “Leap Your Bar”.
In essence, “Curtains” is a good record that demonstrates how Frusciante is capable of giving a lot when he has little at his disposal; his greatest ability is precisely to delight us with beautiful melodies and his guitar always at his side.
Perhaps now he has realized it…
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Curtains by John Frusciante is a melancholic and intimate album that shifts from electronic experimentation toward acoustic, bittersweet melodies. The record features solid songwriting and atmospheric guitar work throughout its tracks. Highlights such as "The Past Recedes" and "Ascension" showcase Frusciante’s serene and emotive artistry. Overall, it reflects his ability to create captivating music with minimal means.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
John Frusciante
John Frusciante is an American musician best known as a guitarist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, with a wide-ranging solo catalog spanning lo-fi acoustic recordings, melodic alternative rock, and later electronic-focused releases.24 Reviews
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By RHCP87
"Curtains is an album full of atmospheres, even if they are quite simple, they make the album very soft and engaging."
I always listened to this album in its entirety, so the listener’s memory doesn’t hold onto one or more songs but rather a well-defined idea of music and song.
By Jayde
"With Curtains, John Frusciante has reached one of the highest musical points of his career, with a simple album; but full, brimming, overflowing with emotions."
"The final solo (López + Frusci) exudes Hendrix from every pore, and I’m not speaking negatively."
