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Aretha’s voice is something unspeakable, and with the Sweet Inspirations, it’s a real orgy, of notes we mean. 'I Take What I Want' literally blows me away.
Aretha’s voice is something unspeakable, and with the Sweet Inspirations, it’s a real orgy, of notes we mean.
'I Take What I Want' literally blows me away.
This review passionately celebrates Aretha Franklin's album 'Aretha Now,' focusing on her powerful vocals and the soulful backing by the Sweet Inspirations. Key tracks like 'I Say A Little Prayer' and 'I Take What I Want' are highlighted for their impact and emotion. The reviewer contrasts Aretha's authenticity and influence with other artists and covers, emphasizing the album's lasting legacy. The experience of rediscovering the album brings joy and reverence for Lady Soul. Experience the soulful power of Aretha Franklin's 'Aretha Now' – listen now and feel the legend of Lady Soul!
What is the purpose of the Finance Police? The laws and regulations? The courts, etc.? I do not wish 'Happy Easter' to anyone except Roberto Saviano.
What is the purpose of the Finance Police? The laws and regulations? The courts, etc.?
I do not wish 'Happy Easter' to anyone except Roberto Saviano.
The review highlights key parts of Roberto Saviano's Gomorrah, focusing on the Camorra's illicit port activities, the counterfeit fashion industry's complicity, and the ecological crisis in Campania. It questions society's and authorities' failure to act despite widespread knowledge. The reviewer defends Saviano against criticism and censorship, underlining his courage and the book's ongoing relevance. Discover the truth behind Italy's dark underworld—read Gomorrah and explore the realities beyond the headlines.
"He was a scourger of consciences, a Pasolini-esque voice of an unresolved private matter that was taking over." "I am not afraid of the Italian in itself, I am afraid of the Italian that is in me."
"He was a scourger of consciences, a Pasolini-esque voice of an unresolved private matter that was taking over."
"I am not afraid of the Italian in itself, I am afraid of the Italian that is in me."
Polli d'allevamento, Giorgio Gaber's 1978 album, is a bold and intellectual work critiquing the youth movement of its time. Featuring Franco Battiato's arrangements and Sandro Luporini's writing contributions, it blends irony, poetic depth, and strong social commentary. Gaber challenges audiences to rethink conformity and belonging with intense emotional and moral reflections. This album stands as a powerful example of Gaber's role as a forerunner of modern intellectual music and social critique. Dive into Giorgio Gaber's Polli d'allevamento to experience a timeless intellectual journey through music and social critique.
'Coniglietto' stands out as one of the band’s most famous tracks, blending heartfelt lyrics with a powerful vocal backdrop. The desire to press play again makes us forget all doubts.
'Coniglietto' stands out as one of the band’s most famous tracks, blending heartfelt lyrics with a powerful vocal backdrop.
The desire to press play again makes us forget all doubts.
This review explores 'Coniglietto,' a 1976 single by the Italian band I Romans marking a new era after a lead singer change. The song blends emotional lyrics with rich vocal choirs and piano accompaniment. It captures themes of love, loss, and nostalgia, driven by thoughtful songwriting and performance. Despite questions about the song’s deeper meaning, its engaging melody invites repeated listening. Listen to 'Coniglietto' and dive into the emotive world of I Romans’ 1970s Italian pop classic now!
Her tears will burn the skin and poison the water. Finally, she will climb the most flourishing and tallest tree in her court, with a rope around her neck, and there, Princess Spring will take her own life by hanging.
Her tears will burn the skin and poison the water.
Finally, she will climb the most flourishing and tallest tree in her court, with a rope around her neck, and there, Princess Spring will take her own life by hanging.
The review poetically describes the album's conceptual clash between icy desolation and springtime renewal. It evokes vivid imagery of Baron Winter’s cold reign and Princess Spring’s tragic hope. The album is praised for its emotional depth and storytelling, symbolizing the struggle between despair and renewal. Overall, the review celebrates the album’s lyrical artistry and atmospheric impact. Dive into Astarot’s haunting journey—listen now to experience the battle between frost and spring!
Abrahamson’s is a modest eye that observes with discretion and then skips on, looking for new insights. "It would have been really easy yet useless to make a film of this kind about good and evil."
Abrahamson’s is a modest eye that observes with discretion and then skips on, looking for new insights.
"It would have been really easy yet useless to make a film of this kind about good and evil."
Room is a delicately crafted film by Lenny Abrahamson, exploring complex emotional and psychological themes without resorting to sentimentality. The screenplay by Emma Donoghue maintains realism and depth. Strong performances by Brie Larson and Jacob Tremblay bring the story vividly to life. The film's nuanced take on trauma and recovery is powerful and heartfelt. Watch Room now to experience a beautifully subtle and emotionally rich story of resilience.
The song explodes in a few explosive minutes of authentic sonic delirium. With overwhelming impetuosity and lightning-fast speed, they incorporate an entirely Hardcore-Punk sound.
The song explodes in a few explosive minutes of authentic sonic delirium.
With overwhelming impetuosity and lightning-fast speed, they incorporate an entirely Hardcore-Punk sound.
This review praises Gluecifer's second album as arguably their best work, highlighting its fast-paced hard rock mixed with punk energy. The reviewer recalls dynamic and memorable tracks like "Bossheaded" and "Silver Wings" and shares vivid live show memories. Despite the album's long title, its content is thrilling and energetic throughout. Overall, a strong recommendation for fans of raw, fast rock music. Dive into Gluecifer's high-voltage hard rock and experience the intensity of 'Soaring With Eagles at Night to Rise With the Pigs in the Morning' now!
The symphony can be read as a sort of caricature of the music of the time, through which Shostakovich intended to criticize the rigidity of the Stalinist regime. Shostakovich reached maturity with this work, in which he partially sacrificed the innovative energy present in some of his earlier works in favor of greater coherence and clarity.
The symphony can be read as a sort of caricature of the music of the time, through which Shostakovich intended to criticize the rigidity of the Stalinist regime.
Shostakovich reached maturity with this work, in which he partially sacrificed the innovative energy present in some of his earlier works in favor of greater coherence and clarity.
Shostakovich's Symphony No.5 responds to Soviet criticism with a clearer and more classical style yet retains subtle political commentary. The symphony balances tension and optimism across four movements, revealing the composer's artistic maturity. While its political aspects are often emphasized, the review highlights the work's technical accomplishment and emotional depth. The Largo movement stands out as the symphony's emotional core. Overall, it is one of Shostakovich's most flawless compositions. Listen to Shostakovich's Symphony No.5 and explore its blend of political nuance and classical brilliance today!
The German musician and producer conducts a symphony in 10 movements, exploring an electronic galaxy in contact with acoustic signals from a neoclassical parallel universe. One of the most beautiful things to happen in this still young 2016.
The German musician and producer conducts a symphony in 10 movements, exploring an electronic galaxy in contact with acoustic signals from a neoclassical parallel universe.
One of the most beautiful things to happen in this still young 2016.
Jan Peter Schwalm's album The Beauty Of Disaster showcases a masterful synthesis of electronic and acoustic sounds. The album moves seamlessly between ambient, neoclassical, and experimental styles, delivering a hypnotic and emotionally rich experience. Praised by Brian Eno, Schwalm crafts a nuanced electro symphony filled with delicate tonal balances and dark ambient textures. This 2016 release offers one of the year's most beautiful and innovative musical journeys. Listen to Jan Peter Schwalm’s The Beauty Of Disaster for a unique blend of electronic and neoclassical soundscapes.
The album develops like a small grand diary full of melancholic images, where the singer Will Sheff’s voice takes us by the hand along the paths of his personal childhood and growth memories. Those who don’t know them yet can approach them with this album, less 'risky' and 'hysterical' than others and more 'calm' and 'commercial'.
The album develops like a small grand diary full of melancholic images, where the singer Will Sheff’s voice takes us by the hand along the paths of his personal childhood and growth memories.
Those who don’t know them yet can approach them with this album, less 'risky' and 'hysterical' than others and more 'calm' and 'commercial'.
Okkervil River’s seventh album, The Silver Gymnasium, offers a melancholic and nostalgic journey through small-town American memories. The album combines indie rock with retro 80s influences and varied musical styles, including Bowie-like atmospheres and indie-ska touches. While more accessible and calmer than previous works, it may feel less adventurous to longtime fans. The storytelling remains strong with vivid, personal narratives from singer Will Sheff. Discover Okkervil River’s nostalgic indie rock and heartfelt stories—listen to The Silver Gymnasium today!
A perfect pairing of animation masterpieces. An incredible musical journey, combined with the fluid and creative animation of the director who manages to perfectly orchestrate sound and image.
A perfect pairing of animation masterpieces.
An incredible musical journey, combined with the fluid and creative animation of the director who manages to perfectly orchestrate sound and image.
Interstella 5555 is a visually striking animated movie that pairs Leiji Matsumoto's classic sci-fi style with Daft Punk's iconic Discovery album. The film tells a unique story through vibrant colors and music without dialogue. It offers a memorable experience blending 80s-inspired animation and electronic music. A must-watch for animation lovers and Daft Punk fans alike. Watch Interstella 5555 now to experience the perfect blend of iconic animation and Daft Punk's legendary soundtrack.
Nemes manages to depict the horrific abyss of Auschwitz without descending into documentary style or getting lost in macabre exhibitionism. In the absolute void of Auschwitz, Saul’s sentiment is a starting point, a very timid rebirth of humanity amidst the Nazi moral desert.
Nemes manages to depict the horrific abyss of Auschwitz without descending into documentary style or getting lost in macabre exhibitionism.
In the absolute void of Auschwitz, Saul’s sentiment is a starting point, a very timid rebirth of humanity amidst the Nazi moral desert.
László Nemes' Il figlio di Saul offers a unique Holocaust narrative by focusing on the protagonist's perspective rather than explicit horror. The film captures Auschwitz’s grotesque daily reality without sensationalism, emphasizing Saul’s moral awakening amid nihilism. Its challenging camerawork and immersive style demand viewer effort but reveal profound depth. Ultimately, the film is a delicate, haunting meditation on humanity in the face of atrocity. Discover the powerful and haunting perspective of Il figlio di Saul – a must-watch for those who seek profound Holocaust cinema.
There’s a FUCKING unbearable screech, it’s hard to encounter a sound like this in one’s life. As long as there’s noise, we can continue, and it won’t come.
There’s a FUCKING unbearable screech, it’s hard to encounter a sound like this in one’s life.
As long as there’s noise, we can continue, and it won’t come.
The review portrays Cardosanto's Pneuma as a harsh and intense auditory journey filled with chaotic noise and raw emotion. It emphasizes the overwhelming and unique soundscape that mimics a painful yet captivating industrial environment. Despite its challenging nature, the album is appreciated for its ability to immerse the listener fully. The reviewer’s experience captures a visceral and personal connection to the noise and chaos that defines this album. Experience the raw intensity of Cardosanto's Pneuma—listen now and dive into a powerful sonic chaos like no other!
The new album is the culmination of a long process of sonic 'lightening' that had been apparent for some time. 'High Country' should not be dismissed as a minor work, but it is nonetheless a (moderately successful) attempt to broaden their sound towards more easy listening shores.
The new album is the culmination of a long process of sonic 'lightening' that had been apparent for some time.
'High Country' should not be dismissed as a minor work, but it is nonetheless a (moderately successful) attempt to broaden their sound towards more easy listening shores.
The Sword's 2015 album 'High Country' marks a noticeable shift from their heavier stoner/doom sound to a gentler, bluesy hard rock. The album explores new musical territories with shorter tracks, some instrumental experiments, and a laid-back desert vibe. Although it may confuse longtime fans and critics, it showcases growth and a willingness to redefine their style. Overall, it's a moderately successful expansion of their sound. Discover The Sword's new sound in 'High Country'—listen now and explore their bold musical evolution!
Randy Rhoads... gives all the tracks an extra gear. 'Diary Of A Madman,' a metal treatise with dark theatrical shades that will often be exploited by bands like Savatage in the future.
Randy Rhoads... gives all the tracks an extra gear.
'Diary Of A Madman,' a metal treatise with dark theatrical shades that will often be exploited by bands like Savatage in the future.
This review honors Ozzy Osbourne's 'Diary Of A Madman' as a cornerstone 80s metal album. It highlights Randy Rhoads' exceptional guitar contributions and memorable tracks like 'S.A.T.O.' and the title song. Despite the reviewer's personal reservations about Ozzy's vocals, the album's legacy and influence remain undeniable. Key curiosities about the album and its cover art are also shared. Dive into the classic metal journey of 'Diary Of A Madman' and discover Randy Rhoads' unforgettable guitar magic!
Z'EV, along with Nurse With Wound and Current 93, joins the circle of misunderstood geniuses. The two parts of 'Elemental Music' affirm the primordial nature of sound. Penetrating clangors clash with the minimal melody that evaporates from the sulfurous magma.
Z'EV, along with Nurse With Wound and Current 93, joins the circle of misunderstood geniuses.
The two parts of 'Elemental Music' affirm the primordial nature of sound. Penetrating clangors clash with the minimal melody that evaporates from the sulfurous magma.
This review praises Z'EV's 'Elemental Music' as a refined yet raw example of primordial industrial sound. It highlights the album's complex percussion work and evolving electronic elements. Z'EV is placed among misunderstood avant-garde geniuses like Nurse With Wound. The music is described as both challenging and rewarding, revealing deep artistic vision. Overall, the album is positioned as a vital piece in experimental and industrial music history. Discover the raw power and refined artistry of Z'EV's Elemental Music—immerse yourself in this industrial landmark now!
The fusion of the two souls is brilliantly calibrated: simple action dynamics paired with adult-level dialogue addressing challenging themes. The technical imperfections dialogue with the elements of aesthetic value and say that in the end, it’s all an artifice, a puppetry construction with its flaws.
The fusion of the two souls is brilliantly calibrated: simple action dynamics paired with adult-level dialogue addressing challenging themes.
The technical imperfections dialogue with the elements of aesthetic value and say that in the end, it’s all an artifice, a puppetry construction with its flaws.
Fantastic Mr. Fox is a remarkable stop-motion animated film by Wes Anderson that expertly fuses child-friendly aesthetics with mature, thoughtful dialogue. Co-written with Noah Baumbach, the film offers a multi-layered experience appealing to both children and adults. Its unique blend of simple action and complex themes, combined with memorable characters and a distinctive visual style, sets it apart. Unlike some of Anderson’s more polished works, it embraces its imperfections, which adds to its charm and originality. Dive into Wes Anderson’s Fantastic Mr. Fox for a charming, clever animated experience that delights both kids and adults!
"This is our soul. This is who we are. We are the Stereolab." We are kraut rock with 3D glasses.
"This is our soul. This is who we are. We are the Stereolab."
We are kraut rock with 3D glasses.
The review highlights Stereolab's 1993 debut album as an innovative blend of experimental pop and krautrock influences. It celebrates the band's minimalistic and retro-futurist sound, positioning them as unique and pioneering. The album is portrayed as a bold artistic statement that defines the band's identity. Dive into Stereolab's groundbreaking debut and experience a fresh fusion of experimental pop and retro-futurist sounds today!
The simplification of structures and sounds leads to a loss of edge. A well-crafted, neat, reassuring little disc, but not very incisive, about which (alas) I fear we will very soon forget.
The simplification of structures and sounds leads to a loss of edge.
A well-crafted, neat, reassuring little disc, but not very incisive, about which (alas) I fear we will very soon forget.
The Hornet's second album, Oceano, fails to deliver the leap in quality expected after their EP Caos melodico. The album suffers from simplified structures and overuse of synths, which overshadow guitars and reduce impact. The songwriting repeats familiar themes, resulting in a polished yet uninspiring indie record. Despite its neat production, Oceano falls short of credibility and memorability in the Italian music scene. Discover The Hornet's Oceano and decide if this indie album lives up to your expectations.
The piano and the orchestra merge in a melancholy movement among the highest in music of any era. A surreal sweetness expressed through the lightness of the piano keys and the beauty of the atmosphere it creates.
The piano and the orchestra merge in a melancholy movement among the highest in music of any era.
A surreal sweetness expressed through the lightness of the piano keys and the beauty of the atmosphere it creates.
The review focuses on the Adagio movement of Beethoven's Emperor Concerto, highlighting its melancholic beauty and the seamless blend of piano and orchestra. The reviewer expresses a surreal sweetness and emotional atmosphere but remains playful and ambiguous in interpretation. Overall, the review captures the movement's emotional depth despite a moderate personal rating. Listen to Beethoven's Emperor Concerto Adagio and experience its timeless melancholy and beauty.
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