The album is divided into two strands: raw and straightforward rock, and electronic influences from Luca Chiaravalli.

 Lyrics often too simplistic and hastily done, leaving the songs less convincing.

Piero Pelù's 'Pugili Fragili' marks his return to solo work with a mix of raw rock and electronic elements. The album is split between authentic Pelù rock and more experimental electronic influences, yielding uneven results. While the lyrics often feel rushed and artificial, several tracks, like the duet with Appino and the ballads 'Pugili Fragili' and 'Nata Libera,' stand out. Overall, the album satisfies longtime fans but doesn't break new ground. Discover Piero Pelù's dynamic solo return with 'Pugili Fragili'—listen now and explore his evolving rock sound!

 A mysterious album like the sound of a dusty chest that no one ever opens, an album that has the sweet smell of the pages of a moldy old book.

 Pieces that speak the secret language of objects. Their constant rustle that drowns the basso continuo of shadowy samples.

‘Dauw’ by Machinefabriek is a mysterious and emotionally rich ambient album. It evokes the scent of old, dusty books with sounds that reflect everyday objects and subtle avant-garde influences. The album combines the textures of crackling and rustling with delicate melodic fragments, offering a unique sonic experience. The reviewer highlights its haunting, sensory qualities and likens it to the work of notable avant-garde artists. This album is recommended for listeners who appreciate deep, textured soundscapes. Dive into the mysterious sounds of Machinefabriek's 'Dauw'—explore this evocative ambient masterpiece today!

 A predictable, utterly boring film that drags on tiredly without a spark, without a surprise, without a single plot twist!

 How can anyone call this film a masterpiece and nominate it for 100,000 Oscar awards?

This review harshly criticizes Todd Phillips' Joker as a predictable and boring film that recycles tired villain origin clichés. The reviewer questions the film's originality and expresses disbelief at its Oscar acclaim. Common Batman tropes and character backstories are seen as overused and unconvincing. Read this candid Joker review and decide if the film lives up to the hype.

 The true "Medieval/Caposseliana" exhumation is found here, in Bestiario d’amore; musical inspiration from the text of Richard de Fournival, a zoological fresco with a sentimental background.

 Bestiario d’amore should be listened to because its content does not hide weaknesses, but it is anything but convenient in price.

Bestiario d’amore is a short but rich EP by Vinicio Capossela that revisits medieval themes through symphonic ballads and troubadour poetry. The work extends Capossela’s ongoing artistic exploration but stands apart from his larger album Ballate per uomini e bestie. The EP creatively blends literary references, social metaphors, and varied musical arrangements. Despite its brief duration, it offers a deep and thoughtful listening experience, though some may find its price high considering its length. Discover Vinicio Capossela’s Bestiario d’amore—immerse yourself in a poetic medieval musical voyage today!

 57 minutes and 15 seconds of calmness, of caressing sounds crafted by hands of skilled craftsmanship and sure science that cannot cause displeasure.

 But it’s still elevator music.

The reviewer reflects on Tame Impala's evolution, noting that unlike earlier works, The Slow Rush lacks distinct songs. Despite technical skill and calm sounds, the album comes across as bland elevator music with no true highlights. Discover the nuanced critique of The Slow Rush and decide if this psychedelic journey suits your mood.

 It’s all black or all white. You’re either right or left, liberal or conservative, intellectual or speak as you eat.

 If there’s one thing the Spanish Love Songs teach us, even without the pretension of dropping who knows what truth from above, it’s that being wrong is fundamentally the norm.

Spanish Love Songs' third album, Brave Faces Everyone, delivers a powerful blend of Midwest emo and indie influences. The band confronts the divisive nature of society while focusing on personal battles such as abandonment, addiction, and disillusionment. Dylan Slocum's expressive voice and raw lyrics create an honest portrayal of human discomfort. The album refuses easy answers, emphasizing that being wrong is normal. It carries a tone of hopeful realism amid the harshness. Listen to Brave Faces Everyone for an unfiltered emotional journey through raw indie and Midwest emo soundscapes.

 Wilko whose electric guitar is like a machine gun, like Jimi Hendrix, like Pete Townshend.

 If you’re too cultured for the doctor and you don’t set foot in pubs because they smell of sweat, put on a video with Wilko, even turn down the volume, and you’ll understand everything instantly.

This review revisits Dr. Feelgood’s album Down by the Jetty, challenging initial punk biases against pub rock. It highlights the raw energy of Wilko Johnson’s guitar and Lee Brilleaux’s vocals, connecting their work to punk’s spirit. The author reflects on the genre’s overlooked importance and urges listeners to experience key tracks for themselves. It presents Dr. Feelgood as an essential bridge between pub rock and punk. Listen to Down by the Jetty and discover the raw spirit that shaped pub rock and influenced punk legends.

 Beauty is the deception of the senses, the spider here is the deception to the senses.

 Like all true states of hallucination, the pieces zigzag, untainted by comparisons and parallels: it’s solely a short circuit that scrapes atrophied glands.

Slint's Spiderland is praised as a transcendent and devastatingly beautiful album that combines irregularity with perfection. The review highlights its surreal, emotional power and innovative sonic textures. It evokes deep introspection and a unique listening experience free from comparison. The music transports listeners into a reflective and otherworldly dimension. Dive into the haunting world of Slint's Spiderland – listen now and experience a masterpiece of emotional and musical depth.

 An American jewel, a secret fairy tale without an end, neither sad nor happy.

 Harry & Tonto has such a delicate touch... that it transmits an uncommon, indeed unique sense of serenity.

Harry & Tonto is a 1974 film by Paul Mazursky that gently explores an old retiree's journey across America with his cat. Blending irony and tenderness, the film portrays poignant moments of human connection and life's persistent beauty. Through a series of encounters and adventures, it offers a poetic and serene look at aging and resilience without sentimentality. Explore the heartfelt journey of Harry & Tonto and experience a poetic tale of aging, humor, and humanity.

 The first thing that comes to mind upon first listening to it is, above all, the return to an aggressive, visceral approach, yet elegant just right of their genuine and effective Hard Rock.

 Despite the 45 years since its release, still unmistakably smells of that vibrant and pulsating Hard Rock we should never be without.

Caught in the Act marks a return to Grand Funk Railroad's raw, visceral hard rock after moving through more mainstream phases. The album showcases powerful live performances, blending aggressive energy with elegance. Key tracks like "Footstompin' Music," "Closer To Home," and "Gimme Shelter" highlight the band's enduring musicianship. Despite minor flaws, this live album remains a vibrant testament to their legacy nearly 50 years later. Listen to Grand Funk Railroad’s electrifying live album and experience 70s hard rock at its finest!

 Masterpieces can be such 'despite everything,' due to an involvement and a remarkable crescendo that transforms everything into an epic far beyond the context.

 Manny will give unprecedented meanings to the words 'animal' and 'man,' bringing them both into another dimension.

Runaway Train is a deeply engaging 1980s action film that, despite some flaws in plausibility and soundtrack, delivers a powerful allegory of human fragility and freedom. With strong performances, especially by Jon Voight, and a story rooted partially in Akira Kurosawa's influence, it transcends its simple plot. The film combines intense action with philosophical depth, culminating in a poignant, unforgettable finale. Director Andrej Konchalovsky’s stylistic choices add to the film's dramatic and symbolic strength. Discover this intense 80s action drama—watch Runaway Train and experience a gripping story of freedom, fate, and humanity’s depths.

 The bleak photography seems to suggest a world where the meaning of things is washed away, drip by drip, like the colors from Bong’s canvas.

 Everything (or almost everything) has a fundamentally comedic double meaning. But of that very bitter comedy that tells of the pettiness of a nation.

Memorie di un Assassino offers a grim yet bitterly humorous look at a 1986 Korean serial killer investigation. Bong Joon-ho portrays flawed detectives grappling with violence, incompetence, and societal decay. The film blends harsh reality with dark comedy, highlighting national and institutional failures. Through wit and tragedy, it delivers a poignant social critique beyond the typical crime story. Dive into Bong Joon-ho’s compelling Memorie di un Assassino to experience a masterful blend of dark crime and biting social satire.

 A comprehensive, exhaustive, and truly satisfying collection.

 A nice snapshot of a band that has reaped far too little compared to what they’ve sown.

Ash's 'Teenage Wildlife' is a comprehensive triple album celebrating 25 years of their career, featuring 51 tracks. The collection spans their career highlights, rare b-sides, and includes a new track plus a collaboration with Chris Martin. It showcases their pop punk roots alongside lesser-known gems and remastered classics. This compilation is a satisfying journey through the band's evolution and achievements. Discover Ash's journey through 25 years with this ultimate collection—listen to their timeless pop punk and rare gems now!

 The story is excessively linear and, I’d say, quite bland.

 A masterpiece of graphic excellence, perhaps the best of all the Dylandogghian production seen so far.

The 401st issue of Dylan Dog titled The Black Dawn attempts to refresh the series but falls short with a banal, overly linear plot. Noteworthy changes like Dylan Dog's beard and a new police character fail to add excitement. However, Corrado Roi's artwork receives full praise for its expressive maturity, making the issue visually outstanding despite narrative flaws. Discover Dylan Dog's stunning art and decide if The Black Dawn's story lives up to the legacy!

 ‘What happens on a bridge? There, where everything is becoming and nothing is crystallized.’

 ‘The Noise of Time aims to shed light on that very period... Mandelstam tells us about the streets, the squares, the churches... an autobiographism embedded in the very noise of an era.’

This review analyzes Osip Mandelstam’s 'Il Rumore del Tempo e altri scritti,' focusing on his transition from Symbolism to Acmeism and his prose 'The Noise of Time.' It highlights how Mandelstam’s poetic silence was a period of self-reflection and how his later poetry captures the suffering of his era. The prose collection acts as a bridge connecting different phases of his work and life, blending personal memory with historical upheaval without mythologizing the past. Discover Mandelstam’s poignant journey through poetry and prose—read the review and explore his timeless literary bridge.

 A bizarre, neurasthenic, schizoid Death Metal; a diabolic concentrate, with Peter's voice often venturing into Black Metal territories.

 Minutes of pure terror, annihilating whiplashes; steamrollers that leave no survivors, that overwhelm and set everything on fire.

Hypocrisy's 'Into the Abyss' is a complex death metal album marked by intense, violent riffs and occasional gothic, atmospheric moments. The review presents a split perspective: one praising its raw power and craftsmanship, the other critiquing its chaotic and harsh sound. Key tracks include fast-paced 'Legions Descend' and the atmospheric closer 'Deathrow (No Regrets).' Despite its intensity and divisive nature, the album showcases Peter Tagtgren's signature style and the band's evolving sound. Dive into Hypocrisy's 'Into the Abyss' and experience the fierce energy and haunting atmospheres of this metal masterpiece.

 Raphael Gualazzi could be depicted as a redeemer of contemporary music.

 You have come to break the rigid division between popular culture and high culture.

This review highlights Raphael Gualazzi as a refreshing discovery at San Remo, praising his blend of blues and jazz with contemporary Italian music. The album 'Ho un piano' is seen as elegant, versatile, and a meaningful artistic statement. The reviewer admires Gualazzi's ability to merge high and popular culture while offering a subversive musical perspective. Overall, the album is appreciated as a sophisticated yet approachable work. Listen to Raphael Gualazzi's 'Ho un piano' and experience a refreshing blend of jazz and Italian contemporary music!

 It flows well, but that’s about it.

 This release is dedicated exclusively to die-hard fans.

This review explores Liam Gallagher's Acoustic Sessions EP, highlighting nostalgic unplugged versions reminiscent of Oasis and Beatles influences. While the release flows well, it lacks new material and feels more like a tribute dedicated to die-hard fans. The reviewer suggests that a fuller unplugged album would have been more satisfying. The EP is contrasted with Noel Gallagher's more engaging solo work and Oasis's classic MTV Unplugged performance. Listen to Liam Gallagher's Acoustic Sessions to experience his unplugged style, but also explore his earlier solo albums and classic Oasis performances.

 One of his characteristics is the continuous change of style, creating very interesting effects of contrast between the different techniques used.

 And it is nevertheless interesting to read what Andreetta himself writes: 'I reject any possible identification between author and work, and I hope that in the future my music may somehow take new life from always different forms of listening and interpretation.'

Giulio Andreetta’s 2018 album features original solo piano compositions rooted in the neo-romantic genre with a modern twist. The reviewer appreciates the continuous style shifts and contrasts within the pieces. The recording quality is commended, making the album an essential listen. The composer’s reflections on interpretation add depth to the work. Discover the captivating neo-romantic piano works of Giulio Andreetta—listen and explore this finely crafted contemporary classical album today!

 Lenny didn’t make people laugh, Lenny made them think, or at least he should have made them think.

 His comments are addressed to adults... revealing a man inflamed with passion for the dishonesty and injustice that lie under the cloak of current prejudices.

This heartfelt review praises Lenny Bruce for his fearless social criticism and unwavering pursuit of truth. It highlights his impact on freedom of speech, his raw, unapologetic style, and his role as a pioneer who challenged mid-20th century hypocrisies. The biography offers deep insight into his chaotic life, legal battles, and lasting influence. The review emphasizes Bruce's importance beyond comedy as a profound truth-teller whose work remains relevant today. Explore the bold life and legacy of Lenny Bruce — read his story, watch his influence, and understand the fight for free speech.