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This album is truly a masterpiece, and you can tell from the first track to the last that you’re at the beginning of a journey made of solos and drum and keyboard patterns. John Mitchell studied well at school and has learned perfectly how to create a progressive solo, truly something remarkable.
This album is truly a masterpiece, and you can tell from the first track to the last that you’re at the beginning of a journey made of solos and drum and keyboard patterns.
John Mitchell studied well at school and has learned perfectly how to create a progressive solo, truly something remarkable.
Arena's third studio album, The Visitor, released in 1998, introduces John Mitchell on guitar and offers a darker, guitar-driven progressive metal sound. Clive Nolan's songwriting and Mick Pointer's guest drumming enrich the album, making it a masterpiece. The track "Serenity" stands out with remarkable solos, showing a skillful blend of influences without copying. This album is highly recommended for progressive metal fans seeking intricate musicianship. Dive into Arena's The Visitor and experience a masterclass in progressive metal – listen now and explore its dark, intricate soundscapes!
This Spanish guy writes and directs this vivid drama by placing together two characters that seem to represent good and evil when in reality they are anything but oil and water. If there’s something that makes the judgment of the film soar high enough to hurl all the stars it deserves at it while trying to hurt it, it’s precisely its entrance with shoves into the genre while managing to keep its DNA intact.
This Spanish guy writes and directs this vivid drama by placing together two characters that seem to represent good and evil when in reality they are anything but oil and water.
If there’s something that makes the judgment of the film soar high enough to hurl all the stars it deserves at it while trying to hurt it, it’s precisely its entrance with shoves into the genre while managing to keep its DNA intact.
Raúl Arévalo’s directorial debut, 'The Fury of a Patient Man,' is a vivid and impeccable noir drama blending characters of ambiguous morality. Supported by dry, tense cinematography and a compelling script, the film excels in suspense and emotional depth. Antonio De La Torre delivers a powerful performance in this complex tale of revenge and identity. The reviewer praises its genre mastery and narrative tension. Discover the gripping suspense of 'The Fury of a Patient Man'—watch this Spanish noir debut and experience a masterclass in revenge storytelling.
Personal Shopper hits hard on the mind, the eyes, and the heart. It is a film with ghosts, where there is very little pure Horror left compared to what is indeed a dramatic auteur piece.
Personal Shopper hits hard on the mind, the eyes, and the heart.
It is a film with ghosts, where there is very little pure Horror left compared to what is indeed a dramatic auteur piece.
Personal Shopper by Olivier Assayas is a deeply unique ghost film that transcends traditional horror. With themes of death, identity, and the afterlife, it offers a haunting yet profound cinematic experience. Kristen Stewart delivers a powerful and charismatic performance. The film blends modern urban life with spiritual and existential mysteries, making it a notable work of 2016. Watch Personal Shopper now and explore one of the most compelling and unique ghost films of recent years.
The vocal performances dispel any doubt about the exclusive commercial aim, revealing a heartfelt artistic endeavor. Michi Dei Rossi, with Cristiano Roversi and a group of pure musicians, has realized a product of high quality that will find space in the discographies of lovers of a certain classical, as well as more open-minded fans of the Venetian band.
The vocal performances dispel any doubt about the exclusive commercial aim, revealing a heartfelt artistic endeavor.
Michi Dei Rossi, with Cristiano Roversi and a group of pure musicians, has realized a product of high quality that will find space in the discographies of lovers of a certain classical, as well as more open-minded fans of the Venetian band.
Le Orme’s ClassicOrme revisits their iconic progressive rock material with classical arrangements and new vocalists, blending innovation with respect for their legacy. The album includes newly recorded classics and unreleased tracks enhanced by orchestral instruments and adept musicianship. Michi Dei Rossi leads this sophisticated project, which appeals to both classical aficionados and progressive rock fans. The album’s artistry and quality stand out as a heartfelt homage rather than a mere commercial release. Explore ClassicOrme to experience Le Orme’s timeless progressive rock reimagined with classical elegance and fresh vocal artistry.
‘Our Mother Was A Plant’ is ultimately an album that certainly deserves to be listened to for the wealth of ideas Gioele Valenti proposes. Although it is a work half-achieved, the sounds are nonetheless enveloping and characterized by a groove that will surely appeal to listeners of Goat, Moon Duo, Follakzoid.
‘Our Mother Was A Plant’ is ultimately an album that certainly deserves to be listened to for the wealth of ideas Gioele Valenti proposes.
Although it is a work half-achieved, the sounds are nonetheless enveloping and characterized by a groove that will surely appeal to listeners of Goat, Moon Duo, Follakzoid.
The review discusses JuJu's album 'Our Mother Was A Plant' as an ambitious fusion of psychedelic, funk, and krautrock influences. While the album’s full potential is not completely realized, its grooves and soundscapes are captivating. The collaboration with Fuzz Club Records places the work within a respected neo-psychedelic tradition. The album stands out among Italian music as a notable project worth attention. Listen to JuJu’s 'Our Mother Was A Plant' and dive into a unique blend of psychedelic funk and krautrock grooves now!
Class and charm: these are the two words that best convey what I think of ‘Carry Fire.’ Robert is old, he has become wise and is at peace with himself, and his magnificent voice seems to have followed the same journey.
Class and charm: these are the two words that best convey what I think of ‘Carry Fire.’
Robert is old, he has become wise and is at peace with himself, and his magnificent voice seems to have followed the same journey.
This review highlights Robert Plant's album 'Carry Fire' as a sophisticated and charming work deeply rooted in folk and ethnic music traditions. It reflects on Plant’s personal and artistic growth since Led Zeppelin, praising his mature voice and the album's musical diversity. The reviewer appreciates the seamless blend of various world music influences and the album’s cohesive atmosphere. Rather than featuring standout hits, the album is noted as a complete and rewarding listening journey. Explore the rich and mature sounds of Robert Plant’s 'Carry Fire' and experience a unique folk-rock journey.
The Dusk In Us is the implosion of man. It is the attempt to navigate between the torments of a fragile psyche and the traumas of a post-apocalyptic vision. A heart that after 27 years shows no signs of faltering and is absolutely not ready to be forgotten.
The Dusk In Us is the implosion of man. It is the attempt to navigate between the torments of a fragile psyche and the traumas of a post-apocalyptic vision.
A heart that after 27 years shows no signs of faltering and is absolutely not ready to be forgotten.
The review praises Converge’s album The Dusk In Us as a powerful expression of emotional and existential turmoil. It highlights Jacob Bannon’s poetic and intense lyrics combined with the band’s aggressive yet precise musical style. The album is depicted as a symbol of survival and transformation amid chaos. The artwork and themes reinforce the album’s depth and haunting impact. Overall, it’s a celebration of Converge’s enduring creativity and resilience. Dive into Converge's The Dusk In Us and experience raw emotion and poetic chaos—listen now!
The album is of great class. Produced and played with refinement and elegance, without being cold or detached. Welcome then to the good old, great David Crosby, with affection and much gratitude.
The album is of great class. Produced and played with refinement and elegance, without being cold or detached.
Welcome then to the good old, great David Crosby, with affection and much gratitude.
At 76, David Crosby delivers Sky Trails, his third solo album in three years, showcasing refined production and emotional depth. Co-written largely with his son James Raymond, the album blends jazz fusion with Crosby’s signature style. It includes socially conscious lyrics, heartfelt ballads, and a tribute to Joni Mitchell. A well-crafted and masterful continuation of Crosby's legacy. Explore Sky Trails now and experience David Crosby’s soulful journey through refined jazz fusion and heartfelt storytelling.
The initial boredom of Eleven's condition is completely overturned halfway through the season and gives new life to the fiction as a whole. If the start of the season is shaky, in the lively finale it proves to be superior and more original than the first.
The initial boredom of Eleven's condition is completely overturned halfway through the season and gives new life to the fiction as a whole.
If the start of the season is shaky, in the lively finale it proves to be superior and more original than the first.
Stranger Things 2 starts with a disappointing mystery and less engaging setup compared to the first season. However, it improves significantly as it progresses, with richer character development and surprising turns. Eleven’s growth and Steve’s transformation add depth, while the finale offers thrilling action and a strong emotional payoff. The season solidifies the series’ appeal by focusing on the protagonists’ ordinary teenage struggles alongside supernatural threats. Dive into Stranger Things 2 for an evolving story filled with thrilling twists, unforgettable characters, and a finale you won’t forget!
The real essence of this album lies in her vocal abilities and the great versatility she shows depending on the different occasions she is called upon. If you like him, very well, you might also like this album; otherwise, I honestly think you can skip it and wait directly for Flo Morrissey’s next solo album.
The real essence of this album lies in her vocal abilities and the great versatility she shows depending on the different occasions she is called upon.
If you like him, very well, you might also like this album; otherwise, I honestly think you can skip it and wait directly for Flo Morrissey’s next solo album.
The review critiques the album 'Gentlewoman, Ruby Man' by Flo Morrissey and Matthew E. White, focusing on the overshadowing presence of White's voice. While Morrissey's vocal talent shines on some tracks, the overall execution and arrangements feel unexciting or inconsistent. The album shows potential but ultimately doesn't satisfy, suggesting Morrissey could achieve more on her own. Listen to 'Gentlewoman, Ruby Man' and discover Flo Morrissey's promising voice beneath Matthew E. White's overshadowing presence.
The only pleasure is suffering; listening to these unbearably slow sounds is a way of the cross that costs pain to confront. A melancholic and depressive work like no other; with a rotten and dark production.
The only pleasure is suffering; listening to these unbearably slow sounds is a way of the cross that costs pain to confront.
A melancholic and depressive work like no other; with a rotten and dark production.
This review celebrates Cathedral's debut album Forest of Equilibrium as a foundational doom metal work. It highlights Lee Dorrian's shift from death metal to a slow, oppressive sound inspired by Black Sabbath. The album is praised for its melancholic atmosphere, dark production, and long, heavy riffs that create a painful yet rewarding listening experience. The reviewer considers it a lasting influence and a musical milestone in metal history. Dive into the depths of doom metal—listen to Cathedral's Forest of Equilibrium and experience a timeless pillar of heavy music.
‘Excursions to Cloudland’ is an album that deserves all your attention even though, given its nature, it can also be listened to while you are - literally - with your head in the clouds. The concluding ‘Cerebration Day’... probably the best track on the album, takes up elements that can both refer to a certain kraut-rock tradition and a typically American psych-folk songwriting.
‘Excursions to Cloudland’ is an album that deserves all your attention even though, given its nature, it can also be listened to while you are - literally - with your head in the clouds.
The concluding ‘Cerebration Day’... probably the best track on the album, takes up elements that can both refer to a certain kraut-rock tradition and a typically American psych-folk songwriting.
Excursions To Cloudland by Dire Wolves is a neo-psychedelic album that channels 1970s sounds and experimental folk traditions. The band blends kraut-rock energy, progressive folk, and avant-garde elements into an evocative musical journey. Despite limited critical attention, the album stands out for its conceptual ambition and textured soundscape. Notable tracks showcase influences from legendary psych and folk acts, creating a rich listening experience. Explore Dire Wolves' Excursions To Cloudland and dive into a dreamy psychedelic experience today!
This album is God high on Oxy playing sadomasochistic games with a Nigerian woman in a basement in Atlanta at two in the morning. Metro Boomin is a madman, he takes the various samples with surgical precision, slows them down and slams his massive bass over them.
This album is God high on Oxy playing sadomasochistic games with a Nigerian woman in a basement in Atlanta at two in the morning.
Metro Boomin is a madman, he takes the various samples with surgical precision, slows them down and slams his massive bass over them.
Savage Mode by 21 Savage and Metro Boomin delivers a dark, haunting trap album infused with vivid drug addiction imagery and raw street narratives. Metro Boomin's slow, bass-heavy production perfectly complements 21 Savage's whispered, drugged rap style. The album paints a violent and atmospheric picture of life in Atlanta's underbelly. It blends crude vocabulary and intense emotional storytelling into a unique trap experience. Overall, it is a compelling and immersive record for fans of dark hip hop. Dive into the dark and gripping world of Savage Mode—listen to the gritty Atlanta trap classic now!
"There are no contents of any kind within this album." "I cannot at the same time do anything but conclude... by defining it as the biggest rip-off of the year 2017."
"There are no contents of any kind within this album."
"I cannot at the same time do anything but conclude... by defining it as the biggest rip-off of the year 2017."
The review critiques 'A Deeper Understanding' by The War On Drugs as a well-produced but ultimately empty album. It highlights the band's shift from shoegaze to a more polished indie singer-songwriter style. Despite rich arrangements and melody, the songwriting lacks depth and true American songwriting influence. The album is considered a major disappointment and even called the biggest rip-off of 2017. Dive into this candid review to see why 'A Deeper Understanding' may not live up to its hype—listen and judge for yourself!
The Cosmic Dead constitute one of the most powerful realities in the neo-psychedelic music scene of our continent. 'Psych Is Dead' is a sort of ideal sacrificial rite marking the transition of the band into a new artistic phase.
The Cosmic Dead constitute one of the most powerful realities in the neo-psychedelic music scene of our continent.
'Psych Is Dead' is a sort of ideal sacrificial rite marking the transition of the band into a new artistic phase.
The review analyzes The Cosmic Dead's album 'Psych Is Dead' as a significant work within the neo-psychedelic scene. It discusses the band's prolific output and the album's recording in Sardinia. The three long tracks combine space ambient, drone, and kraut-rock elements. While the album pushes boundaries, the reviewer questions if this evolution will lead to meaningful growth or fatigue for listeners. Overall, the album is recognized for its epic sound but leaves open the question of the genre's future. Listen to 'Psych Is Dead' to experience The Cosmic Dead's epic sonic journey and their bold evolution in neo-psychedelic music.
"A music that's almost 'medical', therapeutic, not consolatory, a tool to bring closer the ineffable beauty of imperfection." "Nocturne in Tokyo is hypnotic and leads the listener by hand into a story that lasts a night."
"A music that's almost 'medical', therapeutic, not consolatory, a tool to bring closer the ineffable beauty of imperfection."
"Nocturne in Tokyo is hypnotic and leads the listener by hand into a story that lasts a night."
Nocturne by Remo Anzovino is a dynamic and emotionally rich album with 14 tracks that blend complexity and heartfelt storytelling. It reflects Anzovino’s diverse cultural experiences and background as a lawyer and film music composer. The album’s nocturne form evokes a therapeutic journey exploring life's imperfection. Key tracks like 'Nocturne in Tokyo' and 'Galilei' showcase Anzovino’s skill in blending global sounds and deep emotions. Explore Remo Anzovino’s Nocturne and immerse yourself in an evocative, therapeutic musical journey today.
A record that for enthusiasts is practically unmissable and even if you declare yourself tired of listening to this kind of heavy-psych sessions, you now have the opportunity to (re)discover it. The Exalted King is a powerful free-roaming psych-rock session divided into two parts with a total duration of over thirty minutes.
A record that for enthusiasts is practically unmissable and even if you declare yourself tired of listening to this kind of heavy-psych sessions, you now have the opportunity to (re)discover it.
The Exalted King is a powerful free-roaming psych-rock session divided into two parts with a total duration of over thirty minutes.
The Exalted King by The Cosmic Dead is a praised reissue of their second LP, originally released in 2012, now enhanced with an extra track. The album showcases long acid trance and heavy psych sessions, combining space-music reverberations and krautrock crescendos. It features solemn progressive influences and experimental guitar work. This vinyl edition is ideal for collectors and fans of immersive, intense psych-rock experiences. Listen to The Cosmic Dead's 'The Exalted King' reissue and dive into an epic journey of heavy psych and acid trance soundscapes.
When I first listened to the album re-recorded in April 1976 for the London Weekend TV Special, I immediately realized I was dealing with a true masterpiece. Every album (none excluded) is a real emotional punch.
When I first listened to the album re-recorded in April 1976 for the London Weekend TV Special, I immediately realized I was dealing with a true masterpiece.
Every album (none excluded) is a real emotional punch.
This review praises the deluxe TV Special Edition of Jethro Tull’s 'Too Old To Rock’n’Roll: Too Young To Die!'. Featuring two CDs and two DVDs, it offers a masterful 1976 TV re-recording, rare bonus tracks, and exceptional surround sound. The reviewer highlights the emotional impact and depth of this re-release compared to the standard version. This edition is celebrated as a must-have for fans and collectors. Discover the rich sounds and rare footage of Jethro Tull’s deluxe Too Old To Rock’n’Roll edition—listen and experience the classic like never before!
The concert is recorded more than respectably and performed often exuberantly, and I have a vague certainty that even without knowing the original versions, the album flows with pleasure. For those who have known and perhaps also loved the shadowy/nervous textures of the trio, the slightly more colorful performances might bring forth some bitter tears for what once was and for the goodness we lost too soon.
The concert is recorded more than respectably and performed often exuberantly, and I have a vague certainty that even without knowing the original versions, the album flows with pleasure.
For those who have known and perhaps also loved the shadowy/nervous textures of the trio, the slightly more colorful performances might bring forth some bitter tears for what once was and for the goodness we lost too soon.
Orchestra Morphine's Live on Tour album is a vibrant and heartfelt tribute to the late Mark Sandman and the original trio’s distinctive sound. Featuring talented musicians and singer Laurie Sargent, the live performance successfully reinterprets classic tracks with passion and energy. The album captures an intimate concert atmosphere, making it enjoyable even for newcomers while deeply resonating with longtime Morphine fans. It's a powerful and respectful homage to a cherished legacy. Listen to Orchestra Morphine's Live on Tour and experience a passionate tribute bringing Morphine’s unique sound back to life.
This is the second and final album of Gutterball, a sort of 'Traveling Wilburys' of Garage Rock. Steve Wynn: 'There was a time when I thought Gutterball was the best band of my life... everything happened amidst fun and relaxation.'
This is the second and final album of Gutterball, a sort of 'Traveling Wilburys' of Garage Rock.
Steve Wynn: 'There was a time when I thought Gutterball was the best band of my life... everything happened amidst fun and relaxation.'
This review praises Gutterball’s second and final album, 'Weasel,' a raw and energetic Garage Rock project led by Steve Wynn. Featuring strong guitar work and a punk-like attitude, the album channels psychedelic blues and recalls Wynn’s earlier band, the Dream Syndicate. Recorded in Virginia in 1995, it offers a potent blend of rock intensity and intimate moments. Highly recommended, especially for fans of Wynn and the genre. Listen to 'Weasel' now and experience the raw power of Steve Wynn’s Garage Rock masterpiece!
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