"With 'Liberty,' Duran Duran didn’t take themselves seriously enough and went completely off the rails."

 "If you already have it, dust off the 'Liberty.' If you don’t have it, buy it. You can easily buy it, pay little for it, on various auction websites or online stores."

Duran Duran's 1989 album 'Liberty' reflects a transitional phase marked by band member changes and experimentation. Though it failed commercially and lacked cohesion, it contains fan-favorite tracks like 'Serious' and 'My Antarctica.' The album is appreciated by hardcore fans and serves as a stepping stone toward later successful works. Despite its flaws, it remains a worthwhile listen for dedicated followers. Discover the hidden gems and complex history behind Duran Duran's 'Liberty'—listen now and experience their evolution firsthand!

 ‘Spirit’ is an important album for Depeche Mode, marking a partial refresh of their sonic framework.

 The aggressive 'Scum' is a real punch to the stomach that shoots a frantic mix of synths and supercharged bass.

Depeche Mode's fourteenth album 'Spirit' marks a significant shift with new producer James Ford, blending political lyrics with refreshed electro sounds. The album features strong songwriting from Martin Gore and sharp vocals from Dave Gahan. Tracks like 'Scum' and 'Where's The Revolution?' highlight the band's re-energized approach. Overall, 'Spirit' is a successful comeback after a less impressive previous release. Discover the political edge and vibrant synth textures in Depeche Mode's 'Spirit'—listen to this essential album now!

 Light and colors return to take center stage in Steve Wynn’s next album.

 Linda Pitmon, an incredible metronome on the drums who also becomes Steve’s partner; she is the light and sweetness extracted from the title of the work.

Steve Wynn’s ‘Sweetness and Light’ marks a bright and subtle turn from his previous darker work, blending psychedelic rock with pop influences. Produced by John Agnello, the album showcases cleaner guitar sounds and features Linda Pitmon’s steady drumming, adding sweetness and light to the arrangements. Highlights include the energetic opener, infectious choruses, and a touching closing ballad. Overall, it’s a strong, positive album just shy of a perfect rating. Listen now to Steve Wynn’s ‘Sweetness and Light’ and experience a refreshing blend of psychedelic rock and heartfelt melodies!

 Music, therefore, as an integral and indispensable part of a now-famous style.

 An impeccable sound commentary for one of the most morbid and perverse parts of the entire feature film.

The Lost Highway soundtrack perfectly embodies the signature Lynchian style, combining surreal, disturbing atmospheres with masterful musical contributions. Produced by Trent Reznor and featuring artists like David Bowie and Angelo Badalamenti, it creates a rich, complex soundscape that enhances the film's eerie narrative. The review highlights the soundtrack’s balance of chaos and beauty, emphasizing its integral role in the movie’s cult status. Listen to the Lost Highway soundtrack and immerse yourself in its haunting, Lynchian soundscape.

 Eye of the Soundscape is thus a little gem, with a well-identified musical orientation but quite varied in its solutions and sounds.

 It is an intense and engaging trip of over an hour and a half, vaguely psychedelic, even a little unsettling, to be listened to and experienced intensely.

Eye of the Soundscape, though composed of remixes and unreleased tracks, stands as a genuine Riverside album. It demonstrates more courage and creativity than the last two releases, embracing ambient and electronic elements. The album offers a varied sound palette with nocturnal, cosmic, and slightly pop-ish touches. It is both psychedelic and relaxing—a rewarding listen for fans and newcomers alike. Listen to Eye of the Soundscape today and experience Riverside’s bold ambient journey!

 Sounds bloom into flowers, letting colorful petals fly in the air.

 Fragrant petals fly leaving a sweet euphoria in the air, almost melancholy.

The Memory Band's 'A Fair Field' evokes the gentle yet vivid sensations of spring. With lush folk arrangements shaped by piano, cello, and nature sounds, the album creates a sentimental and colorful musical experience. The review captures the soft beauty and fleeting euphoria of the season, intertwining melancholy with natural imagery. Discover the tranquil beauty of The Memory Band's 'A Fair Field' – listen now and let the melodies bloom.

 "The dramatic story of Walter Gilman... is one of the most vivid representations of an incomprehensible, impenetrable horror."

 "The seeds of madness... are all there, ready to sprout and disturb the nights of those who know how to listen."

This review revisits Lovecraft's 'The Dreams in the Witch House,' recognizing it as a masterpiece despite its contradictions and narrative gaps. It highlights the story's blend of science and witchcraft, exploring cosmic horror through the trapped protagonist's harrowing experiences. The reviewer appreciates the emotional power and imaginative scope beyond rational critique, emphasizing surrendering to Lovecraft's unique literary vision. Dive into Lovecraft's chilling world—read or listen to The Dreams in the Witch House today!

 A sound full of good ballast, nicely heavy, that passes and leaves mammoth footprints all over that green.

 One of those albums that seems to slowly surround from start to finish like diffuse smoke.

Belzebong's Greenferno is a fully instrumental stoner doom album characterized by its heavy, slow, and hypnotic sound. The production enhances a rich, immersive atmosphere, creating a sonic experience that slowly envelops the listener like smoke. The band continues their consistent delivery of dense, resonating riffs and maintains their live indulgence reputation. Overall, it's a solid release that leaves a lasting impact. Dive into Belzebong's Greenferno for a slow-burning stoner doom journey that hypnotizes with every heavy riff.

 Ketty Passa’s way of writing is audacious, she doesn’t hold back for anyone yet keeps her head high.

 'Era Ora' is a good first attempt, which must be interesting to see live with the band.

Ketty Passa's debut album 'Era Ora' embraces urban sounds with Italian lyrics, delivering bold and audacious tracks. The mix of tribal hip hop and electric guitars is daring yet interesting. Highlights include the ironic 'Le 3 cose che non sopporto' and the single 'Caterina.' The album suggests a promising live experience with a strong and determined artist. Listen to Ketty Passa’s 'Era Ora' to experience daring Italian urban music with bold lyrics and unique sounds.

 A tale in 3 minutes and you have everything before your eyes.

 This song is truly exceptional—a gritty, tough, and cursed love story, already typically ‘seventies’.

The review praises Adriano Celentano's 1969 song 'Storia d'amore' as a quintessential Italian love story with a dark, gritty narrative. Written with key collaborators Beretta and del Prete, the song captures the era's mood and Celentano's artistic peak. Musically, it blends haunting piano, guitar, and accordion with emotive vocals, unfolding a tragic romance in just three minutes. Though it did not surpass the success of 'Azzurro,' the track remains exceptional and timeless. Listen to Adriano Celentano's 'Storia d'amore' and experience a timeless Italian love story brought to life through haunting melodies and raw emotion.

 The icy songwriting of the bear from Poggio Bustone is adapted within frames of precious, sentimental, accessible idyll.

 Musically, nothing has happened, even if everyone claims the opposite, because ‘Rolling Stones’ wrote it or it was proclaimed to the four winds by the deracinated.

This review offers a deeply intellectual and complex critique of Bob Dylan's 1966 album Blonde on Blonde. It explores postmodern themes, artistic artifice, and Dylan's cultural contradictions. While recognizing some enjoyable tracks, it ultimately challenges the album's lasting impact and Dylan’s musical legacy. The analysis also touches on his public persona, album artwork, and comparisons with other artists. Dive into this thought-provoking critique of Bob Dylan’s Blonde on Blonde and explore the deeper layers of one of rock’s most debated albums.

 'Noblesse Oblige' is a light album, which piece by piece draws you in, amidst truly punk, but also rock and elegantly pop atmospheres.

 'Crudele poesia' is a concentrated mix of heart-wrenching Ruggerian sentimentality.

Decibel's 'Noblesse Oblige' marks the band's return after decades, blending punk, rock, and pop influences with accessible and emotionally rich tracks. The album features new songs alongside refreshed versions of classic hits like 'Contessa' and 'Vivo da re'. It showcases the band's evolution with thoughtful lyrics and a polished yet irreverent style that recalls their original era while appealing to modern listeners. Discover Decibel's vibrant comeback with 'Noblesse Oblige'—listen now and experience punk rock renewed!

 "No melodic concessions, no slowdowns or virtuosity: only blind verbal and musical violence."

 "A vile flow of pestilential mud: like an overflowing Acheron that sweeps away every hold, every hope."

This review covers the 1990 'Death is Just the Beginning' compilation by Nuclear Blast, a fundamental release in Death Metal history. Featuring around fifteen extreme bands, the album delivers raw, aggressive and unpolished tracks without any melodic relief. The reviewer highlights the album's dark atmosphere and brutal musical violence while appreciating its significance and impact. The closing track by Dismember is praised as a standout piece in the collection. Dive into the raw brutality of 'Death is Just the Beginning' and experience the roots of extreme Death Metal now!

 Sounds lightly painted on a living canvas, free to move in a liberating motion.

 A universe of contradictions, peace, explosions, screams, and sighs.

Lawrence English's album Cruel Optimism is described as a liberating and expressive soundscape. The review highlights the abstract and rebellious nature of the music, comparing it to Tim Hecker’s experimental style. It portrays a universe of conflicting emotions shaped by complex layers of manipulated sounds. The album invites listeners to explore a dynamic sonic environment filled with both peace and turmoil. Dive into the emotional and abstract sound world of Cruel Optimism – listen and explore Lawrence English's liberating sonic journey today!

 The primary and fundamental component of Camel’s music has disappeared from the record: the soul.

 A record like this, which is listened to with expectation and curiosity and then tossed onto the shelf to gather dust, is not good, no.

The 2015 re-recording of Camel's The Snow Goose revisits a prog rock classic with updated arrangements and digital orchestration. While the performance is melodically rich and showcases Latimer's guitar work, the album lacks the original's soulful warmth and orchestral depth. Health challenges and aging have influenced Latimer’s approach, resulting in a more synthetic and detached feel. The reviewer acknowledges the quality but ultimately finds the re-recording less satisfying than the original masterpiece. Explore Camel's musical journey with The Snow Goose re-recording and decide for yourself how it compares to the timeless original.

 The "Hiroshima Mon Amour" performed at The Old Grey Whistle Test is, for me, the definitive one, better than the studio version.

 This patchwork of live fragments is, for now, what has been officially released concerning live performances from the Foxx era.

This review discusses 'Rare Retro' by Ultravox, detailing its mix of live fragments, singles, and remixes from the John Foxx era. While not entirely unreleased, it offers a glimpse into the band's live energy and punk soul. The highlight is the live 'Hiroshima Mon Amour' from The Old Grey Whistle Test, praised over the studio version. The reviewer views the album as a niche offering mainly for dedicated fans. Dive into Ultravox's Rare Retro to rediscover John Foxx's unique live energy and iconic new wave sounds!

 'Heartworms' is a great album, one of the best of this young 2017.

 'Painting A Hole' raises the bar further in a celestial triumph of claphands set on a simultaneously cumbersome and tribal rhythm.

The Shins return after five years with 'Heartworms,' their fifth studio album. Produced by James Mercer, it balances past sounds with new experiments, blending indie rock with folk and proto-country. Track highlights include 'Painting A Hole' and 'Dead Alive.' The album is focused, engaging, and among the best releases of 2017. Listen to The Shins' 'Heartworms' now and experience one of 2017's standout indie albums!

 Anxiety descends with the dark, the child said to himself, but it’s just anxiety. Monsters don’t exist.

 The cliff and the cave sank into the sea, carrying with them the name, the secret, the old man, and the child.

This evocative review presents Sigur Rós' debut album 'Von' as a dreamlike journey intertwined with a child's experience of darkness, anxiety, and imagination. Through vivid imagery and poetic storytelling, it captures the ethereal and atmospheric qualities of the music, linking it to Icelandic nature and surreal landscapes. The reviewer offers a deeply emotional interpretation that complements the album's sound and mood. Dive into the ethereal world of Sigur Rós' 'Von' and experience a hauntingly beautiful musical journey today.

 Unfortunately, the genuine dark and gothic atmospheres of the origins are lost, even though the compositions are of a good standard.

 Truly disturbing is then the final track 'Possaction,' which features the recording of a real exorcism where the anguished screams of Sandra B, a girl who later committed suicide, can be heard.

Jacula's Pre Viam marks the anticipated return of Antonio Bartoccetti's occult dark-prog project, featuring his son Rexanthony on keyboards. The album offers cleaner, modern production but loses some original dark gothic atmospheres. Standout tracks include the menacing title track and the haunting 'Deviens Folle,' while others like 'Blacklady Kiss' feel less convincing. A disturbing final track features an exorcism recording, highlighting the album's occult theme. Overall, a good but somewhat missed opportunity compared to the 1970s classics. Discover Jacula's eerie return and explore the dark prog legacy of Pre Viam—listen now to experience its haunting depth.

 Her voice and her church-like, macabre organ have enriched and contributed to making the records of Jacula and Antonius Rex unforgettable.

 'Raptus' features experimental and electronic sounds that are appealing yet never banal, with tracks that have not aged and still sound fresh today.

Doris Norton's 'Raptus' is a seminal 1981 electronic album that blends dark progressive music with experimental sounds. Reissued by Black Widow Records, it highlights her collaborations with Antonio Bartoccetti and features influential tracks that still feel fresh. The review praises its macabre atmosphere, avant-garde qualities, and the rich accompanying booklet. Discover Doris Norton's landmark electronic album 'Raptus'—listen now and explore the dark progressive soundscapes of the early 80s!