Pigeonhed
The Full Sentence

THE REVIEW

The (D)arkly (R)am, with the intent of occasionally presenting interesting artistic works, introduces the "LiofilizzatAdder ©".

These are short writings quick to read, like drinking orange juice without diphenyl during a scorching summer. The Pigeonhed consists of the musical duo of multi-instrumentalists Smith and Fisk. The former has sung and played with Brad and Satchel, while the latter is known primarily as a producer of various bands. The instruments used in this second creation are remarkable: guitar, Rhodes, Hohner Clavinet D6, B-3, grand piano, drums, alto & tenor gopichand, reverse vibraphone, percussion, Arp Odyssey, mellotron, Optigan, Oberheim & Arp synthesizers. The creative result is an extravagant and original assembly of different musical genres.

Fourteen tracks containing brilliant vocal and instrumental insights, capable of conveying a multitude of emotions and sensations. The album's strength lies in the unusual and unmistakable falsetto voice of Smith, which at times becomes impalpable, ethereal, almost indecipherable. The atmosphere in "The Full Sentence", "Keep On Keepin'On" and "Who's to Blame" is slow, sensual, and engaging. However, "Marry Me" and "Battle Flag" are more electric and insinuating. The latter song contains quotations from "Sexuality" by Prince. While in "Glory Bound", "Phunpurephun", and "More Than Just a Girl," rhythm, tension, and introspection prevail. Poetry and sensitivity stand out in the raw diamonds "For Those Gone On" and "Honor".

An excellently crafted work overall, characterized by significant musical and experimental exploration.

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