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THE REVIEW
It's always difficult to move forward when a band loses originality, and this album is clear evidence of that. If, to make up for a lack of ideas, they start exploring lighter new sounds and even new themes, well, you get a work that perhaps not even the most passionate fans will enjoy much.
But let's go in order: first of all, the eagerly awaited new album by the Reverend is as if it's not his. In the sense that you only recognize it by the voice, but everything else is different. Because in this album you'll find only a collection of songs at the edge of the most flaccid alternative, not a curse worthy of the name, just wishy-washy rock with some slightly "dark" riffs.
The album opens with "If I was your vampire": the song isn't bad, but it already hints at the general trend. It continues in a decline sprinkled with improbable guitar solos that, besides being out of place, are also irritating. It lifts up a bit with the single "Heart-Shaped Glasses" and the following tracks, but nothing memorable. The whole set of songs, therefore, without any type of effect or trick that the band has used up until today, saddens the listener, who loses every reason for interest. Taken individually, they are good songs, but only if you are aware that this is an anonymous melodic rock album poorly done. Nothing more.
The only thought is that the band wanted to change, but why? It was enough to stay on the usual tracks and produce a work little original rather than seeking new shores with the result of bringing out something hardly listenable. A pity. One extra point because lovers of melodic rock might like it.
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The review critiques Marilyn Manson's album Eat Me, Drink Me for lacking originality and embracing a softer, less impactful sound. While some tracks show mild improvement, the album overall is described as an uninspired collection of melodic rock songs with misplaced guitar solos. Fans of melodic rock might find some appeal, but longtime followers may feel disappointed by the band's direction.Tracklist Lyrics
Marilyn Manson
Stage name of Brian Warner, American singer-songwriter and frontman of the Marilyn Manson project, known for a provocative stage persona and albums blending industrial, glam and alternative rock.39 Reviews
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