The group is the first real Italian band to have the technical and compositional capabilities to propose a credible thrash.

 HM and Metal Shock scream miracle: we have a thrash band worthy of the name.

Drunkards, an Italian thrash metal band from Bergamo, gained recognition in the mid-80s for their technical skill and authentic thrash sound heavily influenced by Metallica and Mercyful Fate. Their self-titled debut, initially a mini LP, evolved into a cult classic with excellent reviews and strong live performances. Despite challenges facing metal in the late '80s, their legacy was cemented by later reissues, showcasing their lasting impact on the genre. The review highlights their dedication, musical growth, and historical significance in Italian metal. Explore Drunkards’ groundbreaking thrash metal debut and dive into the heart of Italy’s '80s metal revolution!

 Steven Wilson has truly done an excellent job, also because he has given enthusiasts like me a very valuable collectible set to keep among the most important CDs.

 Those who do not own it really don’t know what they’re missing!

This review praises the 2013 'Benefit - A Collector’s Edition' box set by Jethro Tull, highlighting its rock-oriented sound and variety of styles. Steven Wilson's remastering is commended for delivering a valuable collectible experience. Though some bonus tracks require patience, the overall package is deemed a must-have for enthusiasts and fans of classic rock. Explore this expertly remastered collector’s edition and experience Jethro Tull’s rock classic like never before!

 Lyrically, Morrissey is (obviously, and no surprise there), always Morrissey, whether you like it or not.

 "Low In High School" is a good album, perhaps inconsistent and a bit uneven, but it contains a couple of gems and an overall satisfying mood.

Morrissey’s eleventh solo album Low In High School presents a mix of political and personal lyrics with diverse musical styles ranging from glam rock to gospel and waltz. While the album features some standout tracks like "The Girl From Tel-Aviv Who Wouldn’t Kneel," it suffers from inconsistency and uneven pacing. Produced by Joe Chiccarelli and recorded partly in Italy and France, it delivers a satisfying yet varied listening experience. Fans will appreciate Moz’s unmistakable voice and thematic focus. Listen to Morrissey’s Low In High School and discover its bold blend of styles and sharp lyrics today!

 A sci-fi film that is certainly forgettable due to the naïveté with which events unfold and without any particular depth.

 It is indeed the figure of Elias Van Dorne...which is the most interesting aspect to focus on in commenting on this film.

Robert Kouba's Singularity is a sci-fi film that fails to leave a lasting impression due to its naive storytelling and lack of depth. Centered on a supercomputer named Kronos that turns hostile to humanity, the film explores themes of technology's power and societal impact. While John Cusack's portrayal of Elias Van Dorne offers some interest, the movie overall feels forgettable and simplistic. The review highlights concerns about tech CEOs' influence and draws parallels with real-world figures but criticizes the film's execution. Discover why Singularity struggles despite bold sci-fi ideas—read the full review and decide for yourself!

 These songs had a social function... A disarming fragility. The essentiality coupled with perfect intonation.

 ‘500 Miles’ is a wound received in the depths of the heart... distances do not crush you and hope does not die.

This review discusses Peter, Paul & Mary's influential role in the 1960s folk scene and their social activism through gentle, memorable protest songs. The compilation 'Ten Years Together' captures the trio's essential decade of music, highlighting their delicate harmonies and political relevance. Despite being overshadowed later by other artists, their contribution to raising awareness and shaping folk music remains significant. The review also reflects on key tracks like 'If I Had a Hammer' and '500 Miles', praising their emotional depth and historical context. Discover the heartfelt melodies and social spirit of Peter, Paul & Mary — listen to 'Ten Years Together' and experience the voice of a generation.

 "Just mention the forty seconds of the title track that literally tear you apart."

 "An auditory bloodletting without survivors."

Damage 381 is Extreme Noise Terror’s third album, marked by the notable involvement of Mark 'Barney' Greenway of Napalm Death. The album delivers an intense grindcrust experience with fast drumming, distorted guitars, and explosive production by Colin Richardson. It is compared closely to Napalm Death's Utopia Banished and praised for its raw power. The reviewer recalls memorable live shows and rates the album four stars. Experience the relentless grindcrust fury of Damage 381—listen now and feel the power of Extreme Noise Terror!

 The album, in the best prog tradition, is a grand concept.

 The Muffx manage to create a language that, while paying tribute to '70s music, sounds fresh and engaging.

Muffx's 'L'ora di tutti' is a well-crafted prog rock concept album inspired by a historical novel set in 1480 Otranto. The album showcases exceptional musicianship blending 70s prog traditions with fresh, cinematic, and psychedelic sounds. Influences from Goblin and Caravan are evident but well integrated, creating an original and engaging listening experience. Recommended for prog fans and lovers of ambitious, narrative-driven music. Explore the rich and ambitious world of Muffx's 'L'ora di tutti'—a must-listen for every prog rock lover!

 It shows the mask from both sides, both virgin forest and human artifact.

 I don’t think I have recently listened to a similar album, nor do I think a similar album has recently sparked my interest.

Typhonian Highlife's 2016 album, entirely created by Spencer Clarke, offers a unique fusion of nature-inspired sounds and experimental electronic music. The album evokes complex visual and sonic imagery, blending quantum and cyberpunk elements. Each track provides an evocative, brief auditory experience, expanding the listener's sonic horizons. Despite minor technical flaws, the album stands out as a rare and intriguing musical exploration. Explore Typhonian Highlife's evocative soundscape and discover a unique blend of nature and electronic music today!

 An album that celebrates change.

 Through the thirteen tracks, one can find themselves catapulted into charged and intense atmospheres, or conversely, more melancholic and introspective, where the folk lines dominate each piece.

Folkstone's album Ossidiana merges folk and rock with bold experimentation. Composed of thirteen tracks, it navigates varied moods from energetic and aggressive to melancholic and introspective. The band embraces change, exploring new sounds and lyrical depth, while maintaining folk elements. Notable tracks include the bluesy 'Pelle nera e rum,' the hard rock 'Psicopatia,' and the emotional album closer 'Ossidiana.' Listen to Folkstone's Ossidiana and experience a captivating blend of folk, rock, and experimental sounds!

 A fresh, light, and absolutely not trivial album.

 'Sink' is perhaps the most scorching track of the entire album.

Maleducazione Alcolica's third studio album 'Black Sails' solidifies their place in the Italian ska punk scene with fresh songs and four guest artists. The album flows from atmospheric instrumental intros to frenetic ska rhythms, blending energetic punk with softer romantic tones. Collaborations with notable artists add depth, while standout tracks like 'Sink' showcase the band’s dynamic range. Overall, 'Black Sails' is a captivating and lively record that balances lightness and intensity. Dive into Maleducazione Alcolica's 'Black Sails' and experience a fresh wave of ska punk energy and collaborations!

 Moco is a debut album crafted in every minute sound, complete and engaging.

 Monkey Onecanobey is a young duo but with very clear ideas.

Monkey Onecanobey’s debut album Moco is a genre-defying collection blending blues, soul, psychedelic, and hip-hop sounds. Featuring powerful vocals and innovative beatboxing, the seven-track album offers a compelling listening experience with strong stylistic variety. Highlights include gritty blues influences and a robust cover of Depeche Mode’s 'Personal Jesus.' The album displays clear artistic vision and promises a bright future. Listen to Monkey Onecanobey’s Moco to experience a fresh blend of blues, soul, and hip-hop beats!

 Burning Spear is the most powerful and radical artist in Jamaican music.

 That voice is both a mantra and a lament, both a mantra and pride, born when the storyteller meets the shaman.

Burning Spear's Rocking Time showcases the artist's powerful and hypnotic voice fused with early reggae and dub influences. The album evokes strong African and spiritual themes, laying a foundation for his later works. Despite minimal instrumentation, the album captures a unique raw energy and deep sense of pride. This record is a rite of passage into the roots of Jamaican music and the artist's iconic vision. Discover the hypnotic depth of Burning Spear's Rocking Time—listen now and feel the roots of reggae's spiritual power.

 "Melodrama is an album about being alone, with its pros and cons."

 "Lorde's music presents itself as a mediation between the popular and the alternative, a possible meeting point between the shamelessly catchy pop of the latest Taylor Swift and the melodrama, the true and sick one, of FKA Twigs."

Lorde's second album, Melodrama, marks a significant artistic step with its daring electro-pop sound and emotionally rich lyrics. Collaborating with Jack Antonoff, Lorde creates a cohesive, theatrical record exploring solitude, heartbreak, and escapism. The album balances reflective tracks with energetic anthems, showcasing her growth as a lyricist and pop innovator. Melodrama is both a commercial success and a creative triumph, appealing to a broad audience. Discover Lorde's Melodrama – dive into her emotional electro-pop journey and experience a fresh take on modern pop music.

 "That melody is perhaps the only one (aside from Pink Floyd’s pieces) that always manages to 'make me travel.'"

 "If you hear it at night, it’s truly nightmare-inducing."

The review praises Metallica's Black Album as a powerful, emotionally charged record with a dark and gloomy atmosphere. 'Enter Sandman' stands out as a favorite track that creates vivid mental imagery. The reviewer also appreciates 'Nothing Else Matters' despite its commercial appeal. The album captures Metallica's raw energy and creativity, seen as unmatched compared to their later works. Dive into Metallica's Black Album today and experience the raw power of classic heavy metal!

 A crystal-clear vocal talent can be done without when there are happy compositional inspirations, absent here, and one dares in interpretation, which Aadae does not do.

 Highlife is supported by the chorality, by a warm sense of communion among musicians (an agape), which I cannot feel on this record.

Aadae’s Agape EP aims to bridge highlife's rhythmic vigor with contemporary pop-soul sensibilities. While the debut shows flashes of potential with catchy vocal lines and intricate arrangements, it lacks the compelling vocal expressiveness and communal warmth essential to highlife. The project is an interesting start but still feels underdeveloped and slightly restrained. Explore Aadae’s Agape EP and dive into its modern highlife-pop blend—listen now and decide if this fresh fusion speaks to you!

 Flutes, tambura, violins, and bouzouki soar under the sun in the percussive layers that act as a curved metronome.

 The music is circular, evocative, psychedelia that enjoys modern productions.

Hasta La Victoria by The Myrrors is a 2017 psychedelic instrumental album merging Indian, Latin, Native, and krautrock influences. The album highlights rich acoustic instrumentation, such as flute, tambura, and bouzouki, creating evocative circular rhythms. While some passages may feel extended, the album's modern production and immersive soundscapes offer a warm and organic listening experience. The Myrrors continue their characteristic musical exploration despite subtle moments of faltering. Dive into The Myrrors' rich psychedelic sounds and experience the unique instrumental journey of Hasta La Victoria!

 Tennis definitely falls into this category [of sports hard to portray well].

 The febrile obsession of a boy obsessed with winning... an unyielding, inhuman force that actually conceals total fragility.

Borg McEnroe is a straightforward adaptation focusing on the intense rivalry and obsession in tennis. The film struggles to bring cinematic freshness and emotional depth to the sport’s repetitiveness, especially during match sequences. While character portrayals, particularly Borg's, show promise, the narrative remains thin and reliant on clichéd commentary. Ultimately, the film touches on the fragile nature behind competitive obsession but falls short of fully exploring its characters or aftermath. Discover the intense rivalry and obsession behind Borg and McEnroe—watch the film and explore its unique take on tennis drama.

 This de-metallization of Leprous’s sound is not really a big surprise; it is probably just the confirmation of some impressions.

 They have continued to be Leprous, without resembling anyone; maybe there’s a bit of an indie influence visible but just barely detectable.

Leprous’ album Malina marks a deliberate shift from metal to a more progressive rock-oriented sound. The band embraces experimentation while maintaining their distinct identity. The album features diverse tracks with jazzy, electronic, and rock influences. Far from standardization, Malina showcases the band’s courage and innovation, highlighting their vocal power and creative songwriting. It's a confident step that sets Leprous apart from peers moving away from metal. Discover Leprous' bold transformation on Malina — listen now and experience prog-rock innovation beyond metal!

 The liquid atmosphere felt within the title track... is sublime.

 The final judgment must contend with this dual color palette... magnificent visions and predictable flattening.

Bonobo's Migration explores themes of personal and cultural journeys through a mix of ambient, instrumental, and ethnic sounds. While some tracks like the title piece and 'Bambro Koyo Ganda' stand out for their inspired and immersive qualities, the album overall feels uneven. The more ambient and minimal tracks succeed in showcasing Bonobo's skill, but attempts at pop collaborations come off as predictable. Despite its ambitions and moments of brilliance, Migration could have taken more creative risks. Dive into Bonobo's Migration and experience a rich blend of ambient and ethnic sounds. Listen now to discover its captivating moments!

 Those instruments that play straight, which like parallel lines intersect at infinity often leave a lack of crescendo.

 Interpretive Hunter is a space-like rock that copulates with math patterns and a vocal style à la Sonic Youth-exemplary-male.

The Poison Arrows' 2010 album Newfound Resolutions offers a blend of psychedelic post-rock and math rock with electronic touches. Featuring notable bass work and guest Brian Case, the album delivers engaging, atmospheric tracks that mix urban aesthetics with experimental sounds. Although not entirely groundbreaking, the album provides a pleasing and intriguing listening experience. Explore The Poison Arrows' unique blend of post-rock and psychedelia—listen to Newfound Resolutions now and immerse yourself in atmospheric grooves.