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Departed Glories is one thing... drones, just drones. An album "not for everyone," aimed at those who abandon themselves into the darkest depths of sound.
Departed Glories is one thing... drones, just drones.
An album "not for everyone," aimed at those who abandon themselves into the darkest depths of sound.
The reviewer reflects on their initial disconnect with Biosphere's earlier albums, but finds Departed Glories an immersive and haunting experience. The album focuses on unsettling drone atmospheres inspired by the Las Wolski forest and psychoanalytical themes. It challenges typical ambient music and requires full listener immersion. Ultimately, the reviewer praises it as a brilliant and complex work not suited for casual listening. Dive into Biosphere's Departed Glories—explore the haunting soundscapes and experience this unique ambient journey today.
"These three pieces have an incredible ferocity and energy." "If these are the first tracks we have the chance to hear, it’s worth keeping an eye on them."
"These three pieces have an incredible ferocity and energy."
"If these are the first tracks we have the chance to hear, it’s worth keeping an eye on them."
The Turin Horse's Omonimo EP showcases intense and energetic heavy music with only three tracks, including a remarkable cover of Unsane. The reviewer praises the band's raw aggression, tight rhythms, and unique sound, highlighting 'The Regret Song' and 'The Light That Feiled' as standout pieces. The EP promises great potential and originality from Turin's heavy music scene. Listen to The Turin Horse's Omonimo now and experience raw heavy music like never before!
Georges Méliès was an absolute genius...! The scene of the bleeding moon is most likely the first scene that rightfully entered cinema history.
Georges Méliès was an absolute genius...!
The scene of the bleeding moon is most likely the first scene that rightfully entered cinema history.
Georges Méliès' 1902 film 'Viaggio nella luna' is heralded as one of cinema's first masterpieces and the earliest science fiction film. Despite its brief 15-minute runtime and silent, black-and-white format, the film showcases Méliès' ingenuity and theatrical flair. It explores themes of human ambition, presumption, and the spirit of exploration with imaginative visual storytelling. The movie's iconic scenes have left a lasting influence on cinema and culture, inspiring artists and filmmakers for over a century. Discover the magic of cinema's first sci-fi masterpiece—watch 'Viaggio nella luna' and experience history in motion!
It is with this album that they develop their own genre that will be revisited later, a mix of songwriting, apocalyptic folk à la Black Heart Procession, minimalism reminiscent of Nick Drake, post-rock, and slowcore. For some, it might be dreary and dirge-rock, but I am convinced that at certain moments, or on cold and cloudy days at the end of autumn, an album like this can be a valid mirror for us to stop and reflect a bit on ourselves.
It is with this album that they develop their own genre that will be revisited later, a mix of songwriting, apocalyptic folk à la Black Heart Procession, minimalism reminiscent of Nick Drake, post-rock, and slowcore.
For some, it might be dreary and dirge-rock, but I am convinced that at certain moments, or on cold and cloudy days at the end of autumn, an album like this can be a valid mirror for us to stop and reflect a bit on ourselves.
The review explores Morose’s album as a reflective and melancholic yet not sad listening experience. It highlights the band’s unique blend of songwriting, apocalyptic folk, slowcore, and post-rock. The reviewer shares a personal narrative that resonates with the album's mood of nostalgia and introspection, recommending it for quiet, introspective moments. The music is portrayed as a fitting companion for cold, gray days. Listen to Morose’s 'People Have Ceased to Ask Me About You' for a soulful, melancholic journey perfect for introspective moments.
Carefree, yet with a high-level and quite radio-friendly melodic line are the three singles: "Tasty Fish," "Selfish," and "Innocence." The overall judgment is positive for the above-mentioned episodes, so much so that the work will be reissued in a limited edition and remastered in 2010.
Carefree, yet with a high-level and quite radio-friendly melodic line are the three singles: "Tasty Fish," "Selfish," and "Innocence."
The overall judgment is positive for the above-mentioned episodes, so much so that the work will be reissued in a limited edition and remastered in 2010.
The Other Two & You is a side project by New Order's Gillian Gilbert and Stephen Morris featuring polished electronic music. While some tracks like 'Tasty Fish' and 'Selfish' shine, the album sometimes lapses into monotony. Production delays and label troubles affected its release, but its quality ensured a reissue with remastering. Standout songs offer enough merit to recommend the album to fans of 90s synth-driven music. Listen to The Other Two & You and explore the nuanced side of 90s electronic music by New Order's own!
Thomas sings, growls, warbles, whispers, swarms, whimpers, sobs, coughs. And he howls at the stars. Erewhon is an album of sparse, slippery music. It rises halfway between erudition and spontaneity.
Thomas sings, growls, warbles, whispers, swarms, whimpers, sobs, coughs. And he howls at the stars.
Erewhon is an album of sparse, slippery music. It rises halfway between erudition and spontaneity.
David Thomas and Two Pale Boys' 1996 album Erewhon is a daring and unclassifiable work inspired by Samuel Butler's novel, blending folk, jazz, and surreal avant-garde rock. The album showcases Thomas’s vocal versatility alongside sparse and evocative instrumentation. Praised for its creative freedom and emotional depth, Erewhon stands apart from mainstream genres and even Pere Ubu’s avant-rock sound. It is a challenging yet rewarding listen for those open to experimental and abstract music. Dive into the surreal world of Erewhon—listen now and experience David Thomas' unique avant-garde artistry!
"Getting lost is wonderful... with Lynch, you get lost, and it’s precisely when you realize you’ve gotten lost that you understand how magnificent 'getting lost' is." "I don’t think I’ll ever do a review of a Lynch film; I’m not capable, too complicated for me. I just hope for one thing... that one day he’ll come back to make at least one more film, just one is enough for me."
"Getting lost is wonderful... with Lynch, you get lost, and it’s precisely when you realize you’ve gotten lost that you understand how magnificent 'getting lost' is."
"I don’t think I’ll ever do a review of a Lynch film; I’m not capable, too complicated for me. I just hope for one thing... that one day he’ll come back to make at least one more film, just one is enough for me."
This review reflects a deep admiration for David Lynch’s cinematic work while exploring his second musical album, The Big Dream. The album is considered more accessible than his first, with a dreamlike, experimental sound that defies genre classification. Despite the author’s mixed feelings about Lynch’s singing and the controversial album cover, the overall mood is one of fascination and appreciation. Ultimately, the reviewer longs for Lynch’s return to filmmaking. Dive into David Lynch’s surreal musical world with The Big Dream—listen now and experience his unique artistic vision beyond film!
"Victoria was made as a single continuous shot, which gives it a unique dose of realism." The power of the film is so great that it shatters all flaws.
"Victoria was made as a single continuous shot, which gives it a unique dose of realism."
The power of the film is so great that it shatters all flaws.
Victoria is a remarkable German film made in a single continuous shot, showcasing intense realism and tension. Set in Berlin, it follows a Spanish girl and four men over a transformative night. Loved for its immersive camerawork and strong performances, it has gained cult status despite limited recognition abroad. The reviewer highly recommends experiencing the film without prior spoilers. Watch 'Victoria' now to experience its thrilling one-shot storytelling and immerse yourself in a unique Berlin night adventure.
Poetry is all here. Pasternak is a bit like Bar Italia: a crossroads of styles, a critical junction, a receiver of traditions, and a broadcaster of novelties.
Poetry is all here.
Pasternak is a bit like Bar Italia: a crossroads of styles, a critical junction, a receiver of traditions, and a broadcaster of novelties.
The review celebrates Boris Pasternak as a poet beyond his famed novel 'Doctor Zhivago.' It emphasizes his rich engagement with Russian avant-garde movements like Futurism, Symbolism, and Acmeism. Pasternak's poetry reflects a deep connection to nature, metaphors, and sensorial experiences. His work is highlighted as a confluence of tradition and innovation in Russian literature. Dive into Pasternak’s evocative poetry and discover the rich textures of Russian literary tradition today!
Buddy Guy this time leaves the electric guitar at home because he doesn’t need it; an acoustic guitar and a good microphone create a great blues masterpiece. I like to think I am near Buddy Guy playing this album live for me... and he says, 'Hey Vinny, don’t worry… you’ll see how many stars I’ll show you!'
Buddy Guy this time leaves the electric guitar at home because he doesn’t need it; an acoustic guitar and a good microphone create a great blues masterpiece.
I like to think I am near Buddy Guy playing this album live for me... and he says, 'Hey Vinny, don’t worry… you’ll see how many stars I’ll show you!'
This review praises Buddy Guy’s album 'Blues Singer' as a passionate acoustic blues masterpiece. The album stands out by focusing solely on acoustic guitar and vocals, honoring blues legends like John Lee Hooker. Noteworthy is the sublime track 'Crawlin Kingsnake' and the special guest appearance of Eric Clapton. The reviewer considers this album a hidden gem and a must-listen for both blues fans and casual music lovers. Listen to Buddy Guy’s 'Blues Singer' and experience an acoustic blues journey like no other!
"Everything is carefully blended into a mixture that explodes in the listener's face with the force of the shockwave of irony." "Irony and mockery seem to be the new path to revitalize a genre that has become quite atrophied and stagnant."
"Everything is carefully blended into a mixture that explodes in the listener's face with the force of the shockwave of irony."
"Irony and mockery seem to be the new path to revitalize a genre that has become quite atrophied and stagnant."
Nanowar's Stairway to Valhalla fuses powerful neoclassical and power metal elements with sharp irony and humor. Featuring guest vocals from Fabio Lione, the album cleverly mocks metal clichés and pays homage to legends like Manowar and Blind Guardian. The band delivers memorable choruses and a fresh, playful approach that breathes new life into a genre often seen as stagnant. Listen to Nanowar's Stairway to Valhalla and experience epic metal with a hilarious twist!
The best track is the single Recovery, with its darkness of a heartfelt ballad. Laura is a class ’81; she knows how the music circuit works and knows how to write songs from the perspective of someone who has lived a bit, without giving up the more pop catchiness.
The best track is the single Recovery, with its darkness of a heartfelt ballad.
Laura is a class ’81; she knows how the music circuit works and knows how to write songs from the perspective of someone who has lived a bit, without giving up the more pop catchiness.
LP’s album Heart To Mouth delivers a powerful blend of rock and pop, steering away from overproduced elements. The review highlights the clear presence of guitar and bass and praises the heartfelt ballad Recovery. The lyrical depth and radio appeal balance showcase LP’s matured songwriting and understanding of the music industry. Listen to LP’s Heart To Mouth and experience authentic emotion fused with modern rock and pop sounds.
"Art is great when it is incomprehensible, God is incomprehensible...you cannot talk to God with God." "I listen to Beaubourg when I want to explore darkness, when I want to be scared, when I want to feel trapped inside a sound that doesn’t reassure me but that I know is just a simple sound, hence, harmless."
"Art is great when it is incomprehensible, God is incomprehensible...you cannot talk to God with God."
"I listen to Beaubourg when I want to explore darkness, when I want to be scared, when I want to feel trapped inside a sound that doesn’t reassure me but that I know is just a simple sound, hence, harmless."
Beaubourg is one of Vangelis' most complex and experimental albums, composed entirely with synthesizers. This dark and mysterious work challenges typical musical boundaries and defies easy classification. The reviewer appreciates its emotional depth despite its unsettling nature. Beaubourg is suited for listeners who enjoy exploring avant-garde and extreme sonic experiences. Dive into Vangelis' Beaubourg and experience this bold experimental journey through dark synthesizer landscapes.
A timeless masterpiece, a milestone, a sacred monument in the world of the seventh art. Nosferatu is a film you can watch every day and it’s as if you’re seeing it for the first time.
A timeless masterpiece, a milestone, a sacred monument in the world of the seventh art.
Nosferatu is a film you can watch every day and it’s as if you’re seeing it for the first time.
This review celebrates F.W. Murnau's 1922 film Nosferatu as an unmatched cinematic masterpiece. It highlights the film's pioneering role in German Expressionism, the mysterious aura around actor Max Schreck, and the timeless visual storytelling. Despite legal challenges and attempts to erase it, Nosferatu’s legacy endures as a touchstone of horror cinema and artistic excellence. Discover the chilling magic of Nosferatu—watch this cinematic legend and experience horror like never before!
In 'Anamnesis', the settings are dark, heavy, and oppressive in the best 'Sabbathian' tradition. 'The Absolute Nowhere' is truly a great piece with a very engaging finale!
In 'Anamnesis', the settings are dark, heavy, and oppressive in the best 'Sabbathian' tradition.
'The Absolute Nowhere' is truly a great piece with a very engaging finale!
Sinoath, pioneers of Italian metal, deliver a successful album with Anamnesis, blending dark, Sabbath-inspired doom metal with atmospheric and psychedelic touches. Highlights include the mystical and dynamic 'The Absolute Nowhere' and the evocative closing track 'Arcadia'. Although somewhat derivative, the album offers engaging compositions that fans of the genre will appreciate. Dive into Sinoath's Anamnesis for a haunting journey through doom and psychedelic metal atmospheres.
Madness, experimentation, psychedelia, magic. An immortal masterpiece of rock history, a rock milestone to own and cherish jealously.
Madness, experimentation, psychedelia, magic.
An immortal masterpiece of rock history, a rock milestone to own and cherish jealously.
This review celebrates Pink Floyd's debut album, 'The Piper at the Gates of Dawn,' as a groundbreaking psychedelic rock masterpiece. It highlights Syd Barrett's creative genius and the album's influence on various music genres. The review praises iconic tracks like 'Astronomy Domine' and 'Interstellar Overdrive' and reflects on the band's early experimental and free-spirited style. The album is described as an essential and timeless classic in rock history. Dive into the psychedelic world of Pink Floyd's debut—listen now and experience a legendary rock journey!
The six-minute and thirty-second mark is pure transcendence... Although it’s jazz, it is (it has been and always will be) blues.
The six-minute and thirty-second mark is pure transcendence...
Although it’s jazz, it is (it has been and always will be) blues.
Archie Shepp’s Blasé is an emotional and transcendent album blending avant-garde jazz with blues influences. The unexpected use of harmonica adds a soulful layer to the Coltrane-esque saxophone and minimalistic piano. The album conveys deep poetic tension and calm, creating a powerful and memorable jazz experience. Experience the soulful blend of blues and avant-garde jazz on Archie Shepp's Blasé—listen now and feel the poetry in every note.
"The Living Skeleton is a film that left me quite thrilled after watching it." "The great importance that the director placed on religion in this film... many of the mysteries that man has never solved and will never solve are questioned."
"The Living Skeleton is a film that left me quite thrilled after watching it."
"The great importance that the director placed on religion in this film... many of the mysteries that man has never solved and will never solve are questioned."
Hiroshi Matsuno's 1968 film The Living Skeleton is a controlled but intense horror that gradually incorporates more extreme gore elements. It impresses through its unique religious themes and supernatural mystery revolving around a cursed ship massacre. Despite some unconvincing special effects, the film's pacing, plot, and emotional finale make it a rare gem. Fans of niche oriental and vintage horror will find much to appreciate. Explore this rare Japanese horror classic and experience the chilling blend of mystery, religion, and intense gore.
Extreme music, Grind, and Death Metal in particular, has an enormous power over my soul. It helps me relax, to escape from negative thoughts; it helps. It’s my deadly medicine. A Mephistophelian flow of overflowing liquid tar. Crushing guitars, tuned down a tone, causing anxiety... but in this case, it’s truly manna from heaven for me.
Extreme music, Grind, and Death Metal in particular, has an enormous power over my soul. It helps me relax, to escape from negative thoughts; it helps. It’s my deadly medicine.
A Mephistophelian flow of overflowing liquid tar. Crushing guitars, tuned down a tone, causing anxiety... but in this case, it’s truly manna from heaven for me.
The reviewer shares a personal experience of battling anxiety, finding solace through Entombed’s Death Metal compilation. The album’s raw intensity and fierce energy act as a therapeutic escape, providing comfort during hard times. Featuring rare EP tracks and covers, it’s praised for its crushing guitars and dynamic drumming. This music, despite its darkness, brings healing and strength. Experience the raw power of Entombed and let this Death Metal compilation guide you through your darkest moments. Listen now!
Creuza de ma speaks the language of the Mediterranean, a sea sweet to the eyes of those who have nothing. By choosing the dialect, Fabrizio invites the Genoese to return to being Genoese, the Neapolitan to return to being Neapolitan, and the Sicilian to return to being Sicilian.
Creuza de ma speaks the language of the Mediterranean, a sea sweet to the eyes of those who have nothing.
By choosing the dialect, Fabrizio invites the Genoese to return to being Genoese, the Neapolitan to return to being Neapolitan, and the Sicilian to return to being Sicilian.
This review delves into Fabrizio De André’s Creuza De Ma as a deeply philosophical and literary work rooted in Genoese tradition and Mediterranean identity. It highlights De André’s artistic quest and his revolutionary use of dialect to resist cultural homogenization. The album is praised for its fusion of ethnic sounds and its profound exploration of universal human themes. The review also reflects on the importance of preserving local cultures in a globalized world. Discover the timeless sounds of Creuza De Ma and immerse yourself in the rich Mediterranean traditions brought to life by Fabrizio De André.
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