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The spirit of Sprung Aus Den Wolken hovers among those ruins like crows gliding over decomposed flesh, a spirit as pure as crystal-clear mountain water. A manifesto of overflowing creativity, a mutant and bastard offspring of those filthy ruins.
The spirit of Sprung Aus Den Wolken hovers among those ruins like crows gliding over decomposed flesh, a spirit as pure as crystal-clear mountain water.
A manifesto of overflowing creativity, a mutant and bastard offspring of those filthy ruins.
The review celebrates Sprung Aus Den Wolken's debut album as a fiercely creative and raw manifestation of early 80s Berlin post-punk and proto-techno energy. The album rejects traditional music myths and dives into a bare, psychoactive soundscape. Characterized by groovy funk bass, tribal percussion, and experimental electronics, the music is described as a mutant offspring of Berlin’s decaying cultural ruins. The intense and surreal sonic atmosphere is praised for its originality and emotional depth. Discover the raw and psychedelic sounds of Sprung Aus Den Wolken—listen now and immerse yourself in Berlin’s underground energy!
Is the person who came up with this album a marketing genius or a complete lunatic? Duran sings badly, he’s not a singer, it’s to be expected.
Is the person who came up with this album a marketing genius or a complete lunatic?
Duran sings badly, he’s not a singer, it’s to be expected.
The review assesses Camilo Azuquita's salsa album 'Dos Campeones,' highlighting the presence of clave rhythm and 'sabor' but noting mediocre compositions. Roberto Duran, a professional boxer, makes a surprising and poor vocal contribution. While some tracks achieve modest quality, the album overall is more a curiosity than a musical success. The reviewer questions the marketing strategy behind the collaboration, awarding a moderate rating for its boldness. Discover the curious blend of salsa and boxing in 'Dos Campeones' – listen and decide if it's genius or madness!
"Marsha used her bulky and ungovernable body like a brick (or a bottle) to be thrown against every form of control and dominance long before that night at the Stonewall Inn." "If you title an album with something like: 'My Ass Was a Bridge for You to Cross,' well, I don’t think there’s much room for interpretation!"
"Marsha used her bulky and ungovernable body like a brick (or a bottle) to be thrown against every form of control and dominance long before that night at the Stonewall Inn."
"If you title an album with something like: 'My Ass Was a Bridge for You to Cross,' well, I don’t think there’s much room for interpretation!"
This review explores Anohni & the Johnsons' album 'My Back Was a Bridge for You To Cross' as a powerful, politically charged work honoring Marsha P. Johnson and Stonewall legacy. The music sheds past baroque styles for a more essential, soul-inspired sound, drawing subtle inspiration from Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On.' Revered for its emotional depth and courageous commentary on body politics and identity, the album is praised as one of the best recent releases despite not reaching perfection. Discover Anohni & the Johnsons’ powerful new album honoring queer history and political courage—listen now and feel the legacy!
No one but Eric Clapton could confer class upon the assault without sacrificing its anger and fury. It’s the only document of its era that allows people to hear what a true club 'crave up' sounded like at the time.
No one but Eric Clapton could confer class upon the assault without sacrificing its anger and fury.
It’s the only document of its era that allows people to hear what a true club 'crave up' sounded like at the time.
This review delves into the 1975 Yardbirds compilation featuring Eric Clapton during his tenure with the band. It highlights the band's vibrant live performances in the 1960s London club scene, their energetic blues and R&B covers, and Clapton’s early guitar style. The reviewer appreciates the historic importance of the recordings despite imperfect sound quality, emphasizing the album’s role in documenting a raw and formative period of British blues rock. The review also places the band and album firmly within the cultural and social dynamics of 1960s Britain. Discover the roots of British blues rock — listen to the Eric Clapton & The Yardbirds collection now!
Dischi da correre is the book of someone who doesn’t need to prove anything to anyone! Talking about Music is like dancing about architecture; instead, Causa talks to us about the covers!
Dischi da correre is the book of someone who doesn’t need to prove anything to anyone!
Talking about Music is like dancing about architecture; instead, Causa talks to us about the covers!
Stefano Causa's Dischi da correre is a richly crafted book exploring pop music through the lens of album covers rather than traditional critiques. It blends art history, cultural commentary, and personal stories, creating a vibrant intellectual journey. The volume stands out for its unique square format that honors the visual integrity of album art. The reviewer admires Causa's passion and originality, considering it a coherent addition to his broader scholarly work. This book is more than a music treatise—it's an engaging cultural dialogue. Discover Stefano Causa’s fresh take on pop music through art—read Dischi da correre and dive into a unique cultural journey today!
The album is a masterpiece of inestimable and indescribable value. No artist will ever be so clear in describing the feelings and sensations experienced throughout life.
The album is a masterpiece of inestimable and indescribable value.
No artist will ever be so clear in describing the feelings and sensations experienced throughout life.
This review praises Suorah's second studio album 'Only Me' as a diverse and emotionally powerful work. It highlights standout tracks that mix reggaeton, dance, and EDM while exploring themes of fame, media scrutiny, and female empowerment. The reviewer expresses strong admiration for Suorah's talent and personal storytelling. The album is described as a groundbreaking and underappreciated masterpiece. Listen to Suorah's 'Only Me' and experience a fresh take on pop with emotional depth and irresistible beats!
From the very first track, Stańko immediately makes his intentions clear: a combination of homage and modern, free jazz expression. What truly makes the listening experience of Music For K thrilling is the energy, cohesion, and technical skill of the quintet.
From the very first track, Stańko immediately makes his intentions clear: a combination of homage and modern, free jazz expression.
What truly makes the listening experience of Music For K thrilling is the energy, cohesion, and technical skill of the quintet.
Music for K by Tomasz Stańko Quintet is a dynamic and innovative jazz tribute to the late Krzysztof Komeda. The album blends Polish post-romantic sensitivity with American post-bop and free jazz influences, showcasing impressive technical skill and emotional depth. Stańko’s modern reinterpretation brings freshness to Komeda’s legacy with intense collective improvisations and shifting sonic textures. The quintet’s cohesion and energy make this an essential listen for European jazz fans. Listen to Tomasz Stańko Quintet’s Music for K and experience a powerful tribute to jazz legend Komeda.
I find myself immediately catapulted into a delightful space-time journey and 'see' unfolding before me. The sound journey is equally pleasant and fascinating, between pop, rock, ballads, electronic, new wave, etc. etc. etc.
I find myself immediately catapulted into a delightful space-time journey and 'see' unfolding before me.
The sound journey is equally pleasant and fascinating, between pop, rock, ballads, electronic, new wave, etc. etc. etc.
This review reflects a devoted fan's experience with Franco Battiato's posthumous collection Correnti Gravitazionali. The reviewer shares their emotional journey through the album's diverse and captivating tracks, praising its rich imagery and musical depth. Despite criticism of commercial motives, the album merits a strong five-star rating. The collection beautifully showcases Battiato’s distinctive fusion of pop, rock, electronic, and new wave sounds. Discover the captivating soundscapes of Franco Battiato's Correnti Gravitazionali—listen now and experience a timeless musical journey.
Amanda, already the androgynous muse of Dalí’s art androgyny, with her perpetual Sphinx-like presence that continuously triggers the little question inside us. Tam-tam-produces a new situation in the landscape of easy-listening music, elevating everything towards cultured-wild shores where the rhythmic carnival of bunga-bunga is concrete.
Amanda, already the androgynous muse of Dalí’s art androgyny, with her perpetual Sphinx-like presence that continuously triggers the little question inside us.
Tam-tam-produces a new situation in the landscape of easy-listening music, elevating everything towards cultured-wild shores where the rhythmic carnival of bunga-bunga is concrete.
Amanda Lear’s Tam-Tam is celebrated as a Mediterranean masterpiece in the Italo disco genre, elevating 1980s disco with cultured and sensual rhythms. The review highlights Lear’s unique androgynous muse image and the album’s sophisticated synth-pop style. The work stands in contrast to Anglo-Saxon disco, emphasizing Italian creativity and cultural depth. Overall, the album is praised for its hypnotic allure and artistic boldness. Dive into Amanda Lear’s Tam-Tam and experience the hypnotic rhythms and timeless Italo disco charm today!
The soundscapes sway changing, attractive, yet tremendously unsettling in their lack of a comfort zone. Marnie Weber puts aside the filters of accommodating reality and invites us on a direct journey to the visualization of alien lands.
The soundscapes sway changing, attractive, yet tremendously unsettling in their lack of a comfort zone.
Marnie Weber puts aside the filters of accommodating reality and invites us on a direct journey to the visualization of alien lands.
Marnie Weber’s solo album Songs Hurt Me continues her exploration of aggressive, primal soundscapes with a focus on unsettling and hypnotic atmospheres. It abandons comforting norms to immerse the listener in alien, surreal worlds marked by witchcraft-inspired chants and sonic disintegration. The album’s androgynous, no-frills approach defies typical genre clichés, steering clear of sentimentality toward a raw, conceptual auditory experience. Overall, the work invites a challenging but captivating journey into personal and psychic realms. Discover Marnie’s eclectic and hypnotic world—listen to Songs Hurt Me and dive into its surreal soundscapes today!
The garage is the only 'genre' that doesn’t need novelties... it would be complete heresy. Basic garage, just three of them making wonderful chaos, solid rhythm section more than right and the guitar sound willingly venturing vs Stoner alla Monster Magnet.
The garage is the only 'genre' that doesn’t need novelties... it would be complete heresy.
Basic garage, just three of them making wonderful chaos, solid rhythm section more than right and the guitar sound willingly venturing vs Stoner alla Monster Magnet.
The Maggots' debut album Get Hooked! is praised for its raw and spontaneous garage rock sound. The reviewer finds it a perfect escape from daily struggles, full of catchy choruses and wild energy. The album channels classic punk vibes with a modern twist and solid musicianship. Despite its 2001 release, it sounds fresh and engaging. Highly recommended for fans of garage and punk music looking for authentic, lively music. Listen to The Maggots' Get Hooked! and dive into a wild garage rock ride now!
The variations in sound and aesthetics experienced by the band ... can be explained by analyzing just one aspect, which is the evolution of Turner's lust. Alex Turner grows more distant from experience with each passing day, swaying the wrong way on the train of thoughts.
The variations in sound and aesthetics experienced by the band ... can be explained by analyzing just one aspect, which is the evolution of Turner's lust.
Alex Turner grows more distant from experience with each passing day, swaying the wrong way on the train of thoughts.
This review analyzes Arctic Monkeys’ discography through the lens of frontman Alex Turner's evolving desire and relationships over time. It traces the connection between Turner's personal growth and the band's changing sound and image across each album. The review interprets the music and aesthetics as reflections of Turner's romantic and sexual stages, from awkward youth to sophisticated star. While insightful and imaginative, the tone remains analytical and balanced. Discover the story behind Arctic Monkeys’ music evolution — dive into their discography and hear Alex Turner’s journey of desire and sound.
"Cluster II is very similar to the early Suicide, and it’s really hard to imagine that Alan Vega and Martin Rev weren’t inspired by this music for their sound experiments." "Cluster II is a cult album that, over time, has lost none of its charm."
"Cluster II is very similar to the early Suicide, and it’s really hard to imagine that Alan Vega and Martin Rev weren’t inspired by this music for their sound experiments."
"Cluster II is a cult album that, over time, has lost none of its charm."
Cluster II is a seminal 1972 Krautrock album by Dieter Moebius and Hans Joachim Roedelius. It influenced artists like Suicide and Brian Eno with its radical electronic soundscapes. Praised by Julian Cope and Sonic Boom, the album blends avant-garde, atmospheric drones and minimalism, maintaining its charm over the decades. This album is a landmark in electronic and experimental music history. Explore the pioneering sounds of Cluster II and experience a cornerstone of Krautrock and electronic music history.
The prose is excessively pop and full of repetitions, almost as if wanting to highlight certain specific characteristics of the protagonist. I want to believe, in fact I do believe, that the chapter dedicated to the daughter is the truest truth of the entire text.
The prose is excessively pop and full of repetitions, almost as if wanting to highlight certain specific characteristics of the protagonist.
I want to believe, in fact I do believe, that the chapter dedicated to the daughter is the truest truth of the entire text.
The review critiques Giorgia Meloni's autobiography focusing on its writing style and readability rather than the political content. It notes excessive verbosity, repetitive phrases, and a somewhat self-promoting tone. The use of famous song lyrics is seen as a gimmick, while the chapter about Meloni's daughter is considered the most genuine. The overall rating is moderate, emphasizing personal taste and discouraging commentary on contents. Discover the insights behind Giorgia Meloni's autobiography and explore its unique writing style and storytelling.
Fausto, as always, surprises his fans, and to close the "interbeat" Trilogy, returns... to an album of good old blues-rock. Fausto manages, with his poetry and his suffering, to talk to us about topics perhaps too lofty to leave them in the pop realm.
Fausto, as always, surprises his fans, and to close the "interbeat" Trilogy, returns... to an album of good old blues-rock.
Fausto manages, with his poetry and his suffering, to talk to us about topics perhaps too lofty to leave them in the pop realm.
Fausto Rossi's Blank Times closes his 'interbeat' trilogy with a return to blues-rock, blending poetic lyrics and melancholy. The album features standout songs like 'Tu Non Lo Sai' and 'Down Down Down', exploring lofty themes beyond typical pop. Rossi continues his unique musical journey, surprising fans with a sincere and laborious work. Dive into Fausto Rossi's Blank Times to experience poetic blues-rock and explore the closing chapter of his acclaimed trilogy.
The album is extraordinary: the lyrics are often darkly comedic, talking about the alcohol and anxiety Viv lived with... What’s the height of irony for a comedian? Easy: to be afraid of the stage!
The album is extraordinary: the lyrics are often darkly comedic, talking about the alcohol and anxiety Viv lived with...
What’s the height of irony for a comedian? Easy: to be afraid of the stage!
This review delves into Vivian Stanshall’s first solo album, Men Opening Umbrellas Ahead, highlighting its surreal lyrics, world music fusion, and the talented collaborators involved. It recounts Stanshall's unique artistic journey, his personal struggles, and his enduring humor despite adversity. Though the album was initially overlooked and soon out of print, reissues have revealed its brilliance. The review also touches on Stanshall's iconic Rawlinson End work and tragic death, emphasizing his creative legacy. Discover Vivian Stanshall's unique blend of humor and music—listen to Men Opening Umbrellas Ahead and explore his surreal artistic world!
Testalunga: 'I might stick with my first guess. Bertin Osborne.' Jenny Sfotti: 'The Deep Purple were listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s loudest band following a concert at the Rainbow Theatre...'
Testalunga: 'I might stick with my first guess. Bertin Osborne.'
Jenny Sfotti: 'The Deep Purple were listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s loudest band following a concert at the Rainbow Theatre...'
This review of Deep Purple's album 'Whoosh!' takes a unique and humorous approach by framing the album's exploration through a playful quiz show narrative. It combines detailed rock trivia, band history, and witty commentary that entertains while informing. The tone is lighthearted and engaging, celebrating the band's legacy with affectionate humor. Overall, the reviewer shows appreciation for the album while delighting readers with storytelling. Dive into this witty Deep Purple review and discover the fun side of rock history with 'Whoosh!'—listen and enjoy!
"[The CD] screamed and made the window panes rattle." "It talks about satanic stuff with murdered bodies and all the blood splattering left and right, up and down."
"[The CD] screamed and made the window panes rattle."
"It talks about satanic stuff with murdered bodies and all the blood splattering left and right, up and down."
The review vividly captures the intense and raw energy of Sadistik Exekution's K.A.O.S. album. It describes a personal transformation triggered by the brutal sounds and satanic themes. The chaotic, aggressive musical style provides emotional relief and a powerful listening experience. The reviewer highlights the album's ability to shake the listener and invigorate passion for extreme metal. Dive into the raw chaos of Sadistik Exekution's K.A.O.S. and feel the true power of extreme black metal today!
Peeping Drexels manage to create an exclusive pop, rich in feedback and acid pillars, clarifying interludes; a dance punk that owes much to no-wave but at the same time excludes it in substance. As if by magic, [my frustration] exits my thoughts like the crap left my anus. Thank you.
Peeping Drexels manage to create an exclusive pop, rich in feedback and acid pillars, clarifying interludes; a dance punk that owes much to no-wave but at the same time excludes it in substance.
As if by magic, [my frustration] exits my thoughts like the crap left my anus. Thank you.
Peeping Drexels' album Bad Time offers an energetic and unique blend of dance punk enriched with funky textures and acid soundscapes. The slurred yet precise vocals and exclusive pop style create an engaging and cathartic listening experience. The review reflects personal frustration eased by the album’s compelling sound. Overall, it’s praised for its distinctiveness and emotional impact. Discover Peeping Drexels' Bad Time and feel the raw energy of their dance punk soundscape today!
Handle with care. Keep the children away. Here is an African shaman, a transgender warrior. Album of the year, without a doubt.
Handle with care. Keep the children away. Here is an African shaman, a transgender warrior.
Album of the year, without a doubt.
This review highlights Backxwash’s album as a powerful blend of hip hop, metal, and industrial with horrorcore vibes. Described as intense and emotionally raw, the album delivers hard-hitting lyrics and sounds. Its dark, nightmare-like atmosphere and unique artist identity set it apart. The reviewer calls it the album of the year and strongly recommends it. Dive into Backxwash’s breakthrough album and experience the fierce blend of horrorcore, hip hop, and metal today!
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