Shel has a killer cockney accent, and it’s been sixty years that he’s been living here with us.

 That first rock experience was profoundly formative towards a passion for that music, its content, its communicative, visual, and sonic power.

This review explores The Rokes, a British beat band that became a staple in Italy's 1960s music scene. It highlights their major hits, their integration of British and Italian styles, and their memorable performances at Sanremo. The author recalls the band's influence on his musical passion and notes their solid stage presence and sonic identity rooted in legendary 60s rock groups. Dive into the timeless sound of The Rokes and explore their pivotal role bridging British beat and Italian rock!

 'With Love From A Padded Room' could represent the archetype of this phantom genre.

 The Boston band strings, as if they were beads of a macabre rosary, a row of drops of dark and coagulated blood.

This review explores 'With Love From A Padded Room' by Crippling Alcoholism as a potential archetype of the imagined 'Murder Pop' genre. Combining dark, macabre themes with catchy pop elements, the album uses a prison setting to weave stories of despair and madness. The creative partnership behind the record brings together mathcore influence and a desire for catharsis beyond jazz. The result is a haunting, emotionally gripping concept album with powerful lyrical imagery and music. Dive into the dark world of 'With Love From A Padded Room'—listen now and experience the eerie blend of storytelling and catchy pop.

 ION is the album that no one would ever have wanted to conceive, and for this reason, it sounds damnably Portal.

 It’s an orgiastic rite of black and death fragments never heard before.

Portal's ION is a 37-minute journey through extreme death metal, combining frantic rhythms, dark riffs, and unsettling atmospheres. It follows the legacy of Swarth and Vexovoid, presenting new sonic madness and chaotic brutality. The album explores themes of depravity, nightmare, and sonic destruction, delivering a cathartic experience for fans of extreme metal. Dive into Portal's ION, experience extreme death metal like never before—listen now and explore the depths of sonic madness!

 This work turns out to be a true tutorial on the virtues of the Rockman guitar processor.

 Torstein Flackne knows his stuff; he could pose much more with solos and long-windedness but prefers to create meticulously melodic songs.

Stage Dolls' 1991 album Stripped stands out as a shining example of melodic hard rock, driven by passion, concise musicianship, and superb production. The review highlights the masterful use of the Rockman guitar processor and Torstein Flakne’s intense yet subtle vocal and guitar performances. With romantic lyrics and focused arrangements, the album delivers accessible and timeless rock 'n' roll. The reviewer highly praises its classic songs like "Stand by You" and "Sorry (Is All I Can Say)." Listen to Stage Dolls’ Stripped and experience the power of melodic hard rock at its finest!

 The tempos are dark and slow, gloomy and claustrophobic, as in the introductory 'A Claved Head No Longer Plots.'

 'Grief Sequence' is a hallucinatory 14-minute instrumental with gothic and arcane flavors, an unusual but masterful piece for Conan.

Conan's album 'Evidence Of Immortality' showcases a masterful blend of doom, sludge, and stoner metal with slow, heavy, and claustrophobic rhythms. Jon Davis' commanding vocals contrast well with the dense instrumentation, delivering an immersive experience. Tracks vary from hardcore infusion to hallucinatory instrumentals, underlining the band's versatility. The album sets high expectations for their next release in 2025 and a reissue of their debut 'Monnos'. Dive into Conan's crushing doom metal journey with 'Evidence Of Immortality' and experience the power of heavy riffs and haunting atmospheres.

 The photo captures Morgan in close-up with an expression that hovers between shy and surprised, while his gaze reflects the resolve of someone about to make a clear and determined declaration of intent.

 Ultimately, the search for a “new land,” whether real or utopian, constitutes the most complete expression of the political, spiritual, and aesthetic freedom that jazz musicians sought to achieve.

Lee Morgan's 1964 album Search for the New Land is a landmark hard bop record marked by artistic innovation and deep political and spiritual themes. Recorded during a pivotal historical moment for African American civil rights, the album showcases Morgan's search for musical and personal renewal. Accompanied by a stellar sextet, it overturns traditional jazz structures to explore new expressive freedoms. The album remains influential for its cohesion, technical mastery, and enduring message of liberation. Dive into Lee Morgan’s Search for the New Land and experience a groundbreaking jazz journey of freedom and innovation.

 "'On The Third Day' is an important album! Certainly for the group and for its identity, it’s a fundamental album, characterizing what will be their entire future."

 "George Harrison remarked that if the Beatles had continued to play, they would have done so like the Electric Light Orchestra. That story probably started with this album."

ELO's third album, 'On The Third Day,' is a significant, innovative work that blends progressive rock and pop with classical orchestration. The album showcases Jeff Lynne's evolving sound, Beatles influences, and strong songwriting. Featuring hits like 'Showdown' and 'Ma-Ma-Belle,' it marked ELO's breakthrough in the American market. The collaboration with violinist Mik Kaminski began here, enhancing the band’s unique style. This album laid the groundwork for the band’s future identity and critical success. Explore ELO's 'On The Third Day' and experience the fusion of prog rock and pop that shaped their legendary sound!

 GOODBYE CRUEL WORLD is a 1984 album that gives us a dozen tracks with an eye on the 'synthetic' pop of those years without actually managing to be truly 'commercial'.

 An album that has done its time and that today I struggle to revisit.

Goodbye Cruel World, Elvis Costello's 1984 album, attempts to merge synthetic pop with his earlier new-wave style but falls short of commercial success. The production is considered overloaded and unoriginal, though some tracks like 'Room With No Number' and 'Peace In Our Time' stand out. Lyrics feel complicated and inconclusive overall. Best suited for collectors rather than new listeners, previous works offer stronger material. Explore Elvis Costello's evolving sound in Goodbye Cruel World and discover its hidden gems from 1984.

 A beautifully hallucinated and drugged return from Dopethrone that will surely win new followers.

 It’s like venturing into the quagmire of dark metal but never too extreme, everything has a catchy and melodic twist that keeps the songs lingering in your mind.

Dopethrone's sixth album, Broke Sabbath, marks 15 years of their sludge metal evolution. The album blends blues, stoner, and doom metal with punk urgency and melodic vocals. With seven tracks, it features dynamic riffs, intense solos, and a gritty yet captivating atmosphere. The album impresses with both structured songwriting and raw energy, pleasing long-time fans and new listeners alike. Dive into Dopethrone's Broke Sabbath and experience a raw, bluesy sludge metal journey that will captivate and energize.

 More than burned, youth ended... We want to live more than thirty years the "boys" seem to say: bring on the slippers.

 With the normalization of their monstrous logically comes the success of globalized extravagance.

The review perceives Daydream Nation as a sophisticated pop-oriented album marking Sonic Youth's transition from underground delirium to a more polished, bourgeois sound. It acknowledges the band's musical growth but criticizes the album's loss of primal intensity and edge. Despite some compromises for mainstream acceptance, the album is still considered a good work, though not the masterpiece many claim it to be. The author reflects on the band's evolved identity and broader appeal with some ambivalence. Discover the complex evolution of Sonic Youth in Daydream Nation—listen now and explore its blend of raw edge and polished sound.

 A jumble of clichés of strong-toned Italian gothic that poorly draws inspiration from masters like Dario Argento.

 The story generally leaks from all sides, seeming to use some sequences pretextually to justify bloody scenes.

The review expresses strong disappointment with Federico Zampaglione’s film The Well, criticizing its heavy reliance on clichés and lack of originality. Despite decent gothic atmospheres and a good lead actress, the story is incoherent and the acting is weak. The film’s excessive gore and unimaginative suspense fail to deliver a meaningful horror experience. The reviewer also notes a significant gap between positive early reviews and audience reactions. Discover why horror fans found The Well disappointing and explore a honest critique of Federico Zampaglione’s gothic film.

 The Last Picture Show suffers from a severe case of cognitive dissonance.

 The plot drags on with the energy of a day in Anarene.

This review critiques The Last Picture Show as a slow and bleak portrayal of 1950s Texas life masked as nostalgic. The film's black-and-white aesthetic and soundtrack fail to overcome its dull characters and dragging plot. The depiction of sensitive scenes evokes discomfort rather than empathy. Despite its classic status, the reviewer finds the film tedious and flawed. It also highlights how the film launched careers despite its shortcomings. Discover why The Last Picture Show divides opinions—read the full review and decide if this classic suits your taste.

 "Circle Of Molesters" is the rightful sequel to "Deteriorate," even more extreme and inclined to sonic destruction.

 It seems like witnessing an esoteric and magical ritual, so violent, rotten, and uncompromising is the sound material.

Grime's third album, Circle Of Molesters, builds on their previous work with even heavier sludge doom metal. The album features dark, oppressive riffs, intense vocals, and a high level of sonic destruction. Each track emphasizes a crushing, corrupted atmosphere, culminating in a diabolical finale. The production enhances the extreme nature of the music, making this a must-listen for sludge and doom fans. Explore the relentless intensity of Grime’s "Circle Of Molesters"—a sludge doom masterpiece for fans of extreme metal.

 Extreme evil exists precisely where you least expect it, and anyway, it’s as grave as you couldn’t have imagined.

 Often and willingly, the quiet appearance of an environment is the mask of an incredible and distressing reality, crafted by highly unsuspecting people.

Xavier Legrand’s film The Heir centers on Ellias Barnes, a prominent fashion designer who uncovers horrifying truths about his deceased father. The movie builds suspense through unexpected dark revelations and explores themes of familial dysfunction and hidden evil. The performance by Marc André Grandin enhances the film’s emotional impact. The review highlights the film’s skillful storytelling and chilling atmosphere. Discover the chilling secrets behind The Heir—watch Xavier Legrand’s latest film and experience its gripping suspense!

 "The record captures the quintessence of Coil’s art, experimental electronics pushed to the limits of the listenable."

 "'Constant Shallowness Leads to Evil' ... leaves no margin for breath, it’s an immersive experience that nullifies time and reality."

Coil's Live Two captures a fierce and intense live performance from 2001 in Moscow, focusing on dissonant, experimental electronics and haunting vocals. The album explores dark soundscapes from key albums and unreleased material. The quality of the recording impresses, making it a must-have for fans. The performance immerses listeners into hypnotic and primal sonic worlds. Dive into Coil's intense Live Two and experience their dark experimental depths—listen now and explore this sonic journey.

 With Lourdes Rebels, you don’t get the time to metabolize their unpredictability; you’ve already been thrown off, and they are musically elsewhere.

 Necronomicon III is pleasantly disorienting but consistently focused on every detail, even the hypothetically more peripheral ones.

Necronomicon III by Lourdes Rebels is a striking third album blending horror themes with psychedelic krautrock. The duo masterfully fuses analog synths and lo-fi textures with diverse genre influences. Their ironic and self-aware approach results in a playful yet focused experimental record. The album stands out as an original, eccentric work with detailed and unpredictable creativity. It invites listeners into an engaging musical journey that defies classification. Dive into the eccentric world of Lourdes Rebels and experience the twisted, psychedelic sounds of Necronomicon III now!

 A rare and unique case in the history of musical bands, the heralds of melodic rock tinged with folk and progressive, Wishbone Ash... boast... a couple of techno dance albums.

 The music flows smoothly and is always evolving, continuously losing and gaining rhythm, adhering to the necessary criteria of dance trance.

Wishbone Ash's 'Trance Visionary' is a rare techno dance album by the classic melodic rock band, creatively merging electronic styles with their signature sound. Released in 1997, it saw the collaboration of Andy Powell with electronic producer Mike Bennett, resulting in dance remixes of their classic tracks. While surprising for longtime fans, the album gained popularity in dance circuits, particularly in the UK. Its fusion of drum & bass grooves and traditional instruments offers an intriguing listen, especially for followers of the band's history. Discover this unexpected fusion of classic rock and electronic dance—listen to Wishbone Ash's 'Trance Visionary' now!

 Parasite is the ultimate synthesis of what a modern film should be.

 The mix between these two universes leads to an explosion, to a Big Bang that will explode into violence as brutal as it is inevitable.

Parasite is an extraordinary film by Bong Joon-ho that masterfully blends comedy, drama, thriller, and violence, offering a sharp social critique of class inequalities. Praised for its unpredictable shifts and memorable storytelling, it won major awards including the Palme d'Or and multiple Oscars. While the film drags slightly near the end, its narrative strength and cultural impact remain powerful. Unique touches like the use of an Italian 60s song add charm and depth to the experience. Read the full review and discover why Parasite is a must-watch cinematic masterpiece that breaks all genre boundaries.

 This “Deteriorate” is their second full-length album ... it is the most ignorant and unhealthy thing I’m currently listening to.

 The concluding “Idiot God” ... is molten lava seeming to emerge from the bowels of Hell, so rotten and corrupt it is.

Grime's second album Deteriorate is a powerful and corrosive sludge metal record, drawing influences from legendary bands like Iron Monkey and Bongzilla. The album features heavy, fuzz-laden guitars, pounding drums, and aggressive vocals. Highlights include the intense closing track "Idiot God" and the overall raw, filthy atmosphere. Priced affordably on Bandcamp, it's a strong recommendation for fans of heavy sludge and doom metal. Dive into Grime's Deteriorate and experience one of the filthiest sludge metal albums—stream or download it now on Bandcamp!

 It's like a cashmere scarf that in the cold and frost of a foggy January in Milan wraps you up to your nose and keeps you warm against the Siberian wind.

 If I had to imagine Amy, in 2025, in Italy... I would imagine her exactly this way.

Joan Thiele's album 'Joanita' impresses with its unique fusion of Western soul, Italian musical traditions, and modern R'n'B influences. Following her notable Sanremo performance, the album is described as warm and engaging, evoking cinematic and vintage atmospheres. Tracks like 'Acqua Blu', 'Eco', and 'L'invisibile' stand out for their emotive depth and stylistic richness. The review recommends the album as a captivating journey worth exploring. Listen to Joan Thiele's 'Joanita' now and immerse yourself in a warm Italian soul journey with cinematic vibes.