Duran Duran have known how to gracefully commit suicide but, like Balboa against Apollo, they always got back up before the gong.

 Between 1981 and 1984 they nonchalantly climb to the top of the world, heralds of a glossy but innovative pop, contaminated but spontaneous, raw but never banal.

Steve Malins’ 'Duran Duran: Wild Boys' offers a meticulously detailed and passionate portrait of the band’s dramatic journey. It traces their multiple ‘deaths’ and comebacks, from 80s stardom to struggles with creativity and member changes. The review highlights their resilience and ability to reinvent themselves despite setbacks. A compelling narrative for fans intrigued by the rise and fall of pop icons. Discover Duran Duran’s fascinating journey—read the book and experience their epic rises and falls in pop history.

 Twelve songs in just over half an hour!! Noise and nervousness cubed.

 They put their heart into it, they put their soul into it, they spit blood.

The review praises Superchunk's 1991 album No Pocky for Kitty as a powerful and energetic indie rock milestone. Produced by Steve Albini in only 36 hours, the album captures raw youthful passion and aggressive power-pop sounds. The reviewer laments the lack of coverage this seminal band has received and recalls an unforgettable live show supporting Mudhoney. The album stands as a vibrant testament to vital ’90s underground rock. Dive into Superchunk’s No Pocky for Kitty and experience the raw energy of ’90s indie rock – listen now and feel the fire!

 True to themselves as long as punk was true to them.

 If you can’t hear Weezer in Academy Fight Song, you’re a bad person.

This review reflects on the lasting impact of Mission of Burma’s album Signals, Calls, and Marches, highlighting its punk authenticity and seminal role in alternative rock. The author connects the album’s energy to influential peers and successors, emphasizing its timelessness. The review blends personal reflection with insightful music analysis. Dive into the raw punk energy of Mission of Burma’s Signals, Calls, and Marches—listen now and experience a true alternative rock classic!

 An incredible album, winning you over with sweet words, hugs, and warmth, something I was missing and that I needed to translate into music many emotions that were far too dormant.

 You begin then to feel through eye contact, through small gestures produced by a little being that didn’t even exist a few months ago.

This review of The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick's album 'Ways of Hearing' describes a deeply emotional connection through music. The author relates personal growth and newfound perception inspired by parenthood to the album’s delicate emo and indie soundscapes. The album is praised for its warmth, nostalgic echoes of early 2000s emo, and its capacity to convey profound feelings. It's a tender, reflective consideration of both life changes and the music's impact. Listen to Ways of Hearing and experience its warm, intimate blend of emo and indie melodies that touch the soul.

 This album saw the light, disturbed and powerful, gritty and sacred.

 Politics and spirituality unite in an engaging manifesto of life and revolt.

Linea Gotica by Consorzio Suonatori Indipendenti is a gritty and sacred rock album celebrating its 25th anniversary. The reviewer places it among Italian music milestones for its blend of politics and spirituality. The album narrates a journey from war-torn Europe to inner struggles, reflecting on human conscience, revolt, and spirituality. Though powerful, the reviewer feels a mixed emotional complexity and rates it moderately. Discover the power and depth of Linea Gotica—listen now and explore this defining Italian rock masterpiece.

 A good movie that manages to blend well all the elements seen before.

 A good Italian comedy, original and smooth, and unlike any other Italian production we’ve seen before.

Smetto Quando Voglio Masterclass combines Italian comedy with crime elements around smart drugs. The film explores complex characters with humorous backstories. Despite occasional weaker jokes, it maintains originality and smooth storytelling. Fans of the first film will appreciate the continuation and depth. An engaging take on Italian cinematic comedy. Watch Smetto Quando Voglio Masterclass for a fresh take on Italian comedy and crime—explore the fun and drama of the gang’s latest adventure now!

 The post-punk of the 2010s comes without cultural premises, not from social stimuli, nor bearing any trace of conflict.

 It is the drama of losing a mundane dimension that ultimately unveils these records in their fragility, qualitative arbitrariness; their being and perhaps not trying to be anything more than for fun.

Shame’s Drunk Tank Pink is a lucid but emotionally restrained post-punk album reflecting on the genre’s current cultural status. The band delivers polished performances with references to other artists but falls short lyrically. The review highlights the album’s technical qualities and its place within a normalized subculture, ultimately treating it as a project 'for fun' without deeper cultural conflict. Discover the nuanced depth of Shame’s Drunk Tank Pink—listen now and explore the latest post-punk evolution.

 In my opinion, he is back in a big way, with an album that far surpasses all the works of the last 15 years.

 DON'T CHASE THE DEAD my favorite of the album, really after the release of the video I started to like it a lot. Beautiful atmosphere!!!!

The reviewer shares initial disappointment with the lead single but grows to appreciate its catchy chorus. The album delivers a rich variety of songs from aggressive to romantic tracks. Highlights include 'Don't Chase The Dead' and 'Paint You With My Love.' Overall, Marilyn Manson is seen as returning stronger than ever, surpassing his last 15 years of work. Listen to 'We Are Chaos' and experience Marilyn Manson's strongest album in years. Dive into the full review now!

 If you have the patience to “resist” the prologue, you are rewarded and drawn in as Aster reveals and plays his cards.

 Midsommar is more ambitious, more mature, more compact, and thoroughly thought out and studied in terms of writing and execution.

Ari Aster’s Midsommar is an ambitious horror film that blends folk rituals and psychological tension in a bright yet unsettling setting. Despite a slow prologue, the film builds tension steadily and rewards patient viewers with a powerful finale. Compared to Aster's first feature, Hereditary, Midsommar is less frightening but more mature and compact. The film appeals both to horror fans and general film lovers due to its cross-genre qualities. Overall, it solidifies Aster’s talent and leaves hope for future works. Dive into Ari Aster's Midsommar for a unique and disturbing horror experience that challenges the genre—watch now and feel the eerie daylight terror!

 Listening to Moltheni is usually not a cause for cheer.

 Perhaps the heaviness of this just-ended 2020 convinced him to seek within himself a bit of that carefreeness he might have lost.

Moltheni's album Senza Eredità offers a refreshing shift with a blend of pop and heartfelt ballads. It revisits his musical roots, exploring moods from melancholy to carefree. The album reflects a hopeful spirit amidst difficult times. The review appreciates his unique voice and songwriting, highlighting the album's emotional depth without being overly somber. Listen to Moltheni's Senza Eredità and rediscover a fresh blend of emotional ballads and classy pop.

 But, I ask... why is there so little, so very little music to listen to when everything disgusts you and you can't see the light at the end of the tunnel?

 When ugly is beautiful, it’s like this.

Destroy All Human Life by Country Teasers is a uniquely provocative art rock album that blends distorted country sounds with sharp satirical lyrics. Released in 1999, it tackles controversial topics through dark humor and biting social commentary. Its unsettling but captivating style is perfect for listeners drawn to cynical, masochistic themes. The album offers a rare musical experience that resonates deeply with those embracing black humor and righteous cynicism. Dive into Country Teasers' dark, satirical world—listen to Destroy All Human Life and experience art rock like never before!

 What is right? What is ethical? Can man claim the right to create human beings in a box?

 Who decides what is human and what is not?

Lars Lündstrom’s Äkta Människor is a gripping sci-fi exploration of a future where robots nearly indistinguishable from humans raise profound ethical and social dilemmas. The series probes questions about rights, emotions, and identity, framing political and social conflicts in a world transformed by technology. It highlights the blurred boundaries between humans and machines while leaving many questions open about the meaning of humanity. Dive into the provocative world of Äkta Människor and ponder the future of humanity and technology.

 An energy, an impact, a vehemence that crushes other groups "disguised" as underground.

 Synth art surf punk thrown inside the spin cycle of a washing machine that soils "clean" clothes.

Human Hands delivers a fierce and distinctive brand of punk that stands apart from typical underground acts. Their 1982 double vinyl captures raw energy and inventive synth surf punk that challenges societal norms. Despite limited recognition and lack of record deals, the band’s work remains a hidden gem preserved by Independent Project Records. The review praises their unique blend of awkward nerd energy and deliberate rebellion, forging an unforgettable punk experience. Dive into Human Hands' iconic punk album and experience a raw underground classic today!

 That day was December 31, 2020. After a remarkably catastrophic year, a spark emerged from nowhere.

 This show must be a warning to everyone: one day Italy will unite with Russia, but that day is not today.

Ciao 2020 on Channel One Russia offers a hilarious and chaotic fusion of Italian and Russian culture for New Year's Eve. Hosted by Giovanni Urganti, the show mixes comedy sketches, eccentric music acts, and absurd interviews. The program celebrates a unique blend of traditions, from Italian pasta to Russian vodka. It's a wild, memorable spectacle embracing madness and joy amidst a challenging year. Watch Ciao 2020 to experience the wildest Italian-Russian New Year's celebration full of music, laughs, and unforgettable moments!

 A history full of surprises and emotions, even though it turns out to be a bit didactic and intricate.

 Now we can hope, and at the same time fear.

This review analyzes a speculative history book covering the years 2000 to 3000, highlighting major themes like ecological crises, biotechnology breakthroughs, and space colonization. The work is detailed with illustrations and charts but can be complex and didactic. It projects humanity's struggles with resources, technological revolutions, social upheavals, and eventual interstellar expansion. It balances hope and caution about future progress. Dive into a captivating future history enriched with science, art, and imagination—explore the next millennium today!

 In When Did Wonderland End?, the Austrian musician corrected his aim by steering the project towards greater musical immediacy and composing real songs.

 The real surprise is the final ghost track, a well-played cover but with an unmistakable heavy accent of “La barca” by Adriano Celentano!!!

Der Blutharsch's 2005 album 'When Did Wonderland End?' marks a key shift from strictly martial-industrial sounds towards more accessible songs blending post-punk, neo-folk, and new wave. The album features collaborative efforts and notable covers, including Death In June and an unexpected Adriano Celentano tribute or parody. The review highlights the musical variety and creative risks that refreshed the project before its next evolution. Discover the intriguing blend of martial-industrial and neo-folk in Der Blutharsch's 'When Did Wonderland End?'. Listen now on Bandcamp!

 Torello has nailed the formula: these booklets present themselves well right from the refined covers by Elena Nives Furlan.

 The perverse atmosphere hovering inside the building located in the French countryside is truly masterfully rendered.

Ivo Torello’s The Harem of the Cursed Virgins continues the Ulysse Bonamy series, mixing eroticism, weird fiction, and a vivid 1920s Paris backdrop. The novel features a gripping mystery around a girls’ boarding school and explores secret cults with Lovecraftian touches. The writing is refined and the atmospheric setting is masterfully rendered. The suspense and surprising ending make it highly recommended for lovers of erotic and weird literature. Dive into Ivo Torello’s intriguing blend of erotic mystery and weird fiction—discover The Harem of the Cursed Virgins today!

 Death is the protagonist, the trait that connects the dots of “The Ballad of Buster Scruggs.”

 A masterful and unique western on the American frontier written in six heterogeneous episodes ranging from comedy to drama to Poe’s dark atmospheres.

The Ballad of Buster Scruggs is a unique western anthology by the Coen brothers, blending six distinct episodes from comedy to dark drama. The film explores themes of survival and death on the American frontier, featuring an impressive cast and exceptional cinematography. Praised for its original screenplay and quality dialogues, it offers over two hours of engaging cinema perfect for streaming. Discover the Coen brothers' brilliantly crafted western anthology—watch The Ballad of Buster Scruggs now and experience frontier storytelling like never before!

 "The album revolves around the theme of unity, a very important and current theme."

 "We are faced with a work of undeniable quality, but above all of great unity... there is a sense of positivity that makes us forget for a couple of hours the difficult period we are facing."

Mandoki Soulmates' double album 'Living In The Gap + Hungarian Pictures' celebrates unity through a rich fusion of jazz, rock, and prog. Featuring an impressive lineup of legendary collaborators, the album mixes emotional storytelling with virtuosic musicianship. Highlights include the Steviewonder-esque title track, thoughtful rebel-themed songs, and a progressive reinterpretation of Béla Bartók's compositions. Overall, the album offers quality, depth, and positivity in challenging times. Discover the powerful fusion of genres and stellar collaborations—listen to Mandoki Soulmates' Living In The Gap + Hungarian Pictures today!

 The vinyl chases itself in the perfect circular motion and renews the magic, every time with an extra crackle.

 "Imagine, one evening at dinner" and the red record player on the carpet in the living room, living a life of its own and singing like a crooner from another time.

This review captures the nostalgic and enchanting atmosphere of the album 'Metti, Una Sera A Cena' by Ennio Morricone and Bruno Nicolai. The reviewer highlights the blend of bossa nova with Italian influences, emphasizing the timeless charm of vinyl and the evocative 1970s setting. The music evokes imagery of warmth, hope, and past moments frozen in time. Experience the warm and nostalgic bossa nova sounds of Morricone & Nicolai—listen to 'Metti, Una Sera A Cena' and let the music spin your memories.