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THE REVIEW
Let's be honest: who, at the release of "Too Much Happyness", would have bet that Linea 77 would reach where they are now? The band from Turin has continually gained fame, prestige, and a following over the years, securing a contract with Earache and winning over audiences across half of Europe. Always balancing between the antagonistic scene of social centers and the trendiest stages of MTV and chinotto festivals, today they have reached the milestone of their fourth album. "Available For Propaganda" may be the best CD the band has created so far. An album that simultaneously summarizes what these five Turin natives have done so far and projects their style and sound forward.
Sure, the first tracks sound quintessentially Linea 77, with a dry and direct sound. "Inno all’odio" is the first of the two songs sung in Italian on the CD and is gritty, less immediate than "Fantasma" and "666" from the previous "Numb", but the more you listen, the more you become convinced by it. From here, the album takes off. The tracks become "guitar-driven," with massive riffs like never before, with a sound that becomes powerful and pressing, likely strengthened by the skilled hands of the American producers the band enlisted. The choruses are also excellent, perfect for shouting at the top of your lungs in front of the stage, particularly those of "Sleepless" and "Rotten Mouth And Broken Arm", two crossover tracks with a punk attitude, yet with intricate structures full of variations (especially the second track, in my opinion the best on the album). "Evoluzione", the second song in Italian, is also excellent while "Lost In A Videogame" represents the most U.S.A.-made episode, like Nine Inch Nails in a pop version. An album that truly deserves a lot!!!
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Linea 77's 'Available For Propaganda' marks a milestone as their best work to date. The album showcases powerful guitar riffs and strong choruses while continuing the band’s evolution from Turin's underground scene to European recognition. The mix of Italian and English vocals and the collaboration with American producers add depth and variety. Tracks like 'Sleepless' and 'Rotten Mouth And Broken Arm' stand out for their punk attitude and intricate structures, making this album a must-listen for fans.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Linea 77
Linea 77 are a Turin-based Italian band commonly described in these reviews as operating between hardcore/metal crossover and nu-metal, with two vocalists (Emo and Nitto) and a noted rhythm section. Reviewers trace early momentum through albums like Too Much Happiness... Makes Kids Paranoid and Ketchup Suicide, discuss a commercial/mainstream turn around Numb and Available for Propaganda, and debate Horror Vacui’s polished production and collaborations. Later, 10 is presented as a self-correcting return with all-Italian lyrics.16 Reviews
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By Divodark
If you’re looking for typical hardcore songs in the vein of "Too Much Happiness Makes Kids Paranoid" and "Ketchup Suicide," do not buy "Available for Propaganda" at all.
"I Thought Everything Was Alright" is, I think, one of the best tracks on the album. With a musically very interesting ending.
By Taurus
"Available For Propaganda is a fairly monolithic album with standout Italian singles that bridge mainstream and alternative scenes."
"Better to listen to one of their albums than other crap that’s heard on the radio."
