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The album grows with each listen and reaches its peaks in the central part with "Nei cerchi del legno," a mini-suite that features an atmosphere of a dark fairy tale. This is an excellent debut and, personally, I prefer it to the following albeit valid "Sensitività" (2014).
The album grows with each listen and reaches its peaks in the central part with "Nei cerchi del legno," a mini-suite that features an atmosphere of a dark fairy tale.
This is an excellent debut and, personally, I prefer it to the following albeit valid "Sensitività" (2014).
La Coscienza di Zeno’s debut album is a strong continuation of the 1970s Italian progressive rock legacy. The band blends symphonic flair and deep lyrics with skilled instrumentation. Key tracks like "Nei cerchi del legno" and "Il Basilisco" showcase the band's versatility and artistry. The review highlights the powerful vocal and instrumental performances, praising this album above their later works. Overall, it’s a compelling tribute to Italian prog traditions with modern touches. Discover the enchanting world of Italian prog with La Coscienza di Zeno’s epic debut—listen now and dive into their symphonic masterpiece!
The magic that emanates from this music remains intact, allowing us to enjoy psychedelic gems such as the garage-punk “Islamic” anthem “Radio Muezzin”. A band that surely deserves to be rescued from the oblivion of time and one that all lovers of psychedelic rarities should not miss.
The magic that emanates from this music remains intact, allowing us to enjoy psychedelic gems such as the garage-punk “Islamic” anthem “Radio Muezzin”.
A band that surely deserves to be rescued from the oblivion of time and one that all lovers of psychedelic rarities should not miss.
The Effervescent Elephants were a standout psychedelic band from Italy's 1980s neo-sixties scene, deeply influenced by English and American psychedelia. Their album 'From The End To The Beginning' features garage-punk and lysergic sounds with oriental and spacey atmospheres. Though not widely recognized due to shifting music trends, their music has been preserved and reissued, highlighting their strong dedication to psychedelia. This collection offers rare and evocative material that psychedelic music lovers should explore. Dive into the rare psychedelic sounds of Effervescent Elephants—listen now and rediscover Italy's underground neo-sixties scene!
"Eva narrates: 'they talk about what I might have done… if they really knew…'" The film boasts "an absolute rigor, a care for dialogues, sometimes brilliant… sometimes corrosive, cynical."
"Eva narrates: 'they talk about what I might have done… if they really knew…'"
The film boasts "an absolute rigor, a care for dialogues, sometimes brilliant… sometimes corrosive, cynical."
Letter to Three Wives (1949) by Joseph Mankiewicz is a clever and caustic comedy portraying post-war American bourgeois life. The film unravels the tensions between three wives receiving a mysterious letter from a woman claiming to have run away with one of their husbands. Praised for its excellent writing, sharp dialogue, and engaging narrative techniques, the film critiques consumerism and societal appearances with wit and depth. The performances by Jeanne Crain, Ann Sothern, Linda Darnell, and Kirk Douglas add to its timeless appeal. Discover the intrigue and wit of Letter to Three Wives – watch this Oscar-winning classic today!
The wonderful male voice from the first two CDs was replaced by a female voice that failed to captivate me. 'Ferrum' is a completely instrumental piece that allows me to reminisce a bit about the Mechanimal of old.
The wonderful male voice from the first two CDs was replaced by a female voice that failed to captivate me.
'Ferrum' is a completely instrumental piece that allows me to reminisce a bit about the Mechanimal of old.
This review examines Mechanimal's 2016 album Delta Pi Delta, noting a significant shift from dark, raw sounds to a cleaner, more commercial production. The replacement of the male vocalist with a female one was seen as less captivating. Despite initial disappointment, some tracks like 'Ferrum' and 'Sunlight' grew on the reviewer. Overall, while not matching earlier works, the album has a few noteworthy moments. Listen to Mechanimal's Delta Pi Delta and discover its blend of dark and commercial sounds, especially the instrumental gem 'Ferrum'.
A great album, 'Night Thoughts,' that certifies the full return to optimal form for one of the indispensable formations of British rock in the last 25 years. 'Tightrope' (perhaps Suede's best post-reunion track) instead directly recall the sonic splendor of 'Dog Man Star.'
A great album, 'Night Thoughts,' that certifies the full return to optimal form for one of the indispensable formations of British rock in the last 25 years.
'Tightrope' (perhaps Suede's best post-reunion track) instead directly recall the sonic splendor of 'Dog Man Star.'
Night Thoughts is Suede's ambitious and richly crafted comeback album, blending epic lyricism with refined art rock influences. The album recalls the band's classic Dog Man Star era while showcasing Richard Oakes' inspired guitar work. With strong production by Ed Buller and powerful vocals from Brett Anderson, it stands as a definitive return to quality. Standout tracks like Tightrope highlight Suede's renewed creative energy. Discover Suede's epic return with Night Thoughts—listen now and explore their groundbreaking sound evolution!
Gargantua is deep and leaves a void in the heart. It’s as if Stephin Merritt brought distortions into his muffled and calm world, bringing fog into the fog.
Gargantua is deep and leaves a void in the heart.
It’s as if Stephin Merritt brought distortions into his muffled and calm world, bringing fog into the fog.
Gargantua by Space Mountain is a deeply emotional indie pop album characterized by lo-fi and bedroom pop aesthetics. The review praises its anachronistic yet heartfelt sound with clear influences from Stephin Merritt, Pavement, and Yo La Tengo. The album maintains a consistent quality with standout tracks like 'Voyager 2' and the title track 'Gargantua.' Overall, it's described as a needed listen for fans of indie and lo-fi music. Listen to Gargantua and immerse yourself in Space Mountain's lush indie pop soundscape today!
A stellar fusion, I would dare say; accompanied by a vast instrumentation from a series of supporting musicians. "Mother Of A Dog" is the most experimental and dark track, reminding me of Pink Floyd's final tracks on A Momentary Lapse Of Reason.
A stellar fusion, I would dare say; accompanied by a vast instrumentation from a series of supporting musicians.
"Mother Of A Dog" is the most experimental and dark track, reminding me of Pink Floyd's final tracks on A Momentary Lapse Of Reason.
Someday World, the collaborative album by Brian Eno and Karl Hyde, blends electronic music with orchestral and ambient elements. The album's nine tracks each offer unique soundscapes that showcase the duo's multi-instrumental talents. With standout songs featuring dark, experimental moods and emotional vocals, this release is highly recommended for lovers of electronic and innovative music. Explore the mesmerizing fusion of electronic and orchestral sounds in Eno & Hyde's Someday World. Listen now and immerse yourself in this unique sonic journey.
The only worthy and twisted heirs of Carcass; they come to life (or death) in the early nineties in Spain. Lugubrious’s voice seems to vomit intestines, so dense is it with cynical depravity.
The only worthy and twisted heirs of Carcass; they come to life (or death) in the early nineties in Spain.
Lugubrious’s voice seems to vomit intestines, so dense is it with cynical depravity.
HAEMORRHAGE's fifth album 'Apology for Pathology' is a crushing goregrind masterpiece heavily influenced by Carcass. Released in 2006, it delivers an intense 30-minute journey through violent, abrasive sounds paired with sinister vocals. Each track offers consistent brutality, culminating in the standout 'Syndicate of Sickness'. The album also includes a hidden tribute to Venom, showcasing the band's homage to heavy metal pioneers. Dive into HAEMORRHAGE's Apology for Pathology and experience a relentless goregrind assault crafted for extreme metal fans.
"For a debut album, it is a true splendor." "Gemini is very unique, exclusively acoustic, devoid of percussion and filled with artist collaborations."
"For a debut album, it is a true splendor."
"Gemini is very unique, exclusively acoustic, devoid of percussion and filled with artist collaborations."
Livio Della Gala's debut double album 'Gemini' is an exceptional acoustic work featuring original compositions and tribute covers that highlight his musical versatility. The first disc emphasizes artistic collaborations and emotional tracks, while the second disc offers acoustic reinterpretations of songs from a variety of genres. The album’s production at TheLab studio in Rome is praised, reinforcing its status as a masterpiece. Overall, 'Gemini' impresses as a unique and accomplished release. Listen to 'Gemini' now and experience Livio Della Gala’s enchanting acoustic debut!
In this album, the Nazi/Fascist theme is recurrent, primarily to ridicule and mock the neo-Nazi subculture. The aggression takes over in the delightful disorder of "Lipstick SS," where another instrument is also introduced, namely the saxophone with Tourette's outbursts.
In this album, the Nazi/Fascist theme is recurrent, primarily to ridicule and mock the neo-Nazi subculture.
The aggression takes over in the delightful disorder of "Lipstick SS," where another instrument is also introduced, namely the saxophone with Tourette's outbursts.
The Plot to Blow Up the Eiffel Tower's album "Love in the Fascist Brothel" is a chaotic, genre-bending mix of post-hardcore, free jazz, and noise rock. Their provocative themes mock neo-Nazi subculture and criticize political figures like George W. Bush. Known for wild live shows, the album delivers 24 minutes of intense, dissonant music with unpredictable instrumentation. Highlights include twisted guitar work and saxophone outbursts blending aggressive and experimental styles. Dive into this intense, genre-bending album that challenges both musical norms and political ideas—experience the chaos for yourself!
How to explain that "Enthralled By The Wind Of Loneliness" by the Swede Peter Anderson is a masterpiece. Words that will never do justice to this unreachable symphony of desolate solitude that with its beauty warms the soul.
How to explain that "Enthralled By The Wind Of Loneliness" by the Swede Peter Anderson is a masterpiece.
Words that will never do justice to this unreachable symphony of desolate solitude that with its beauty warms the soul.
This review praises 'Enthralled By The Wind Of Loneliness' by Raison D'etre as a profound and emotionally stirring ambient album. The music blends nocturnal sounds, mystical electronics, ethnic percussion, and gothic elements, creating a unique, metaphysical soundscape. The reviewer expresses difficulty in capturing the album's essence with words, emphasizing its heartfelt impact beyond clichés. The album is described as a masterpiece that warms the soul despite its desolate, solitary nature. Experience the haunting beauty of Raison D'etre's ambient masterpiece—listen to 'Enthralled By The Wind Of Loneliness' now!
The Egg was a fantastic, unique, and innovative group. They managed to create such a personal sound that, 45 years later, it’s still current and not at all outdated.
The Egg was a fantastic, unique, and innovative group.
They managed to create such a personal sound that, 45 years later, it’s still current and not at all outdated.
This review reflects on existential questions before praising Egg as a groundbreaking band. Their fusion of chamber music and jazz rock creates a unique, timeless sound still relevant 45 years later. The reviewer admires Egg's originality and enduring influence within the Canterbury Sound genre. Explore Egg's pioneering jazz rock album and experience a timeless prog classic that still sounds fresh today!
Their music breathes in small puffs, it’s rich in minimalism, full of that intense cyclicity reminiscent of Terry Riley’s studies. An anachronism that becomes an estranging modernity.
Their music breathes in small puffs, it’s rich in minimalism, full of that intense cyclicity reminiscent of Terry Riley’s studies.
An anachronism that becomes an estranging modernity.
Spires That In The Sunset Rise's 2015 album Beasts In The Garden exemplifies the American new folk movement with innovative use of acoustic instruments. The Chicago female duo crafts evocative, minimalistic, and free-form music blending folk, free jazz, and ambient sounds. Their unique style evokes comparisons to Terry Riley and Nico, creating a disorienting yet beautiful listening experience. The album's seven tracks move beyond traditional song structures, offering deep, dreamy, and haunting atmospheres that linger. Dive into the haunting world of Spires That In The Sunset Rise and discover the unique blend of folk, jazz, and ambient in Beasts In The Garden.
It’s a varied and intelligent electronic mix that always keeps the listener’s attention alive and doesn’t get lost in the typical tedious blather of certain techno. Devious Methods is a good album, it was absolutely inevitable that its author doesn’t make much more noise around, and I would recommend this album not only to enthusiasts but also to the curious.
It’s a varied and intelligent electronic mix that always keeps the listener’s attention alive and doesn’t get lost in the typical tedious blather of certain techno.
Devious Methods is a good album, it was absolutely inevitable that its author doesn’t make much more noise around, and I would recommend this album not only to enthusiasts but also to the curious.
Hive's 1998 album Devious Methods is a good drum and bass record that remains engaging despite being out of fashion. The music is energetic, varied, and intelligent, with influences from hip-hop. Though some dated sampling detracts slightly, the album offers a colorful mix worth exploring. Recommended for enthusiasts and curious listeners alike. Listen to Hive’s Devious Methods and explore a vibrant blend of drum and bass with hip-hop flair!
A marvelous hodgepodge, a stream of consciousness in sounds that sweeps through every genre; lo-fi punk, pop, psychedelia, indie, alt and more... The result? Cultural terrorism in lo-fi pop.
A marvelous hodgepodge, a stream of consciousness in sounds that sweeps through every genre; lo-fi punk, pop, psychedelia, indie, alt and more...
The result? Cultural terrorism in lo-fi pop.
Gattuzan's Dolcevita is an ambitious double album blending lo-fi punk, indie, pop, and psychedelia. Born in 2011, the band evolved quickly, earning local acclaim and festival spots. Their self-produced debut showcases 32 diverse tracks with energetic live shows backing them. Dolcevita captures a raw and eclectic sound that stands out in the Italian indie scene. This album marks a strong starting point for the band's promising career. Discover Gattuzan's unique lo-fi punk sound—listen to Dolcevita and experience a fresh blend of indie and psychedelic vibes!
"From Russia with Love" is quite simply a double somersault forward compared to its predecessor "Dr. No." Tatiana oscillates beautifully between shy romanticism and shameless seduction, revealing a sophistication unexpected for a 1963 film.
"From Russia with Love" is quite simply a double somersault forward compared to its predecessor "Dr. No."
Tatiana oscillates beautifully between shy romanticism and shameless seduction, revealing a sophistication unexpected for a 1963 film.
The review praises 'From Russia with Love' as a significant step forward from 'Dr. No,' solidifying the Bond formula and introducing iconic elements like Q and SPECTRE. Set in a captivating Cold War Istanbul, the film's plot and production confidence are elevated. Sean Connery shines as Bond, while Daniela Bianchi's portrayal of Tatiana Romanova is highlighted for its elegance and sensual depth, rivaling Ursula Andress's Honey Rider. Overall, the film is celebrated as the best early Bond movie. Explore the iconic world of 'From Russia with Love'—watch the film, discover its secrets, and see why it defines Bond forever!
"Metropol, the debut dated 1997 from our fellows, is a record that rocks." "Aside from those two or three famous songs, particularly the omnipresent Leave You Far Behind (which rocks), the rest of the record fails to carry the mixture of electronics and rock to its due consequences."
"Metropol, the debut dated 1997 from our fellows, is a record that rocks."
"Aside from those two or three famous songs, particularly the omnipresent Leave You Far Behind (which rocks), the rest of the record fails to carry the mixture of electronics and rock to its due consequences."
Lunatic Calm's 1997 debut album Metropol captures the essence of 90s big beat with energetic rock-infused electronic tracks. While the album features iconic songs like 'Leave You Far Behind' and nods to influential acts like Prodigy, much of the record struggles to maintain consistency. The band’s impact through movie and game soundtracks was notable, yet their later work failed to match this success. The review views the album as a kitsch relic that still rocks but is a time capsule of a vanished era. Listen to Lunatic Calm’s Metropol and experience the raw 90s big beat vibe that still rocks today!
It is quite probably the Doom album that should have played more in my stereo last year. Sounds aware of their embryonic state project the lysergic vertigo into the basement.
It is quite probably the Doom album that should have played more in my stereo last year.
Sounds aware of their embryonic state project the lysergic vertigo into the basement.
Creedsmen Arise's Temple is a standout doom metal album deserving more recognition. The music channels influences like Black Sabbath and the Stooges, delivering a well-crafted, psychedelic doom experience. As a precursor to their later work as Vokonis, this demo showcases their embryonic yet compelling sound. Discover the powerful doom vibes of Creedsmen Arise's Temple – a must-listen for every doom metal fan!
No targeted rifle shot to the brain this time, however, the punishment is a slow, painful, and bloody torture. Never heard a more masculine scream/growl from a female singer.
No targeted rifle shot to the brain this time, however, the punishment is a slow, painful, and bloody torture.
Never heard a more masculine scream/growl from a female singer.
Agoraphobic Nosebleed returns with their EP Arc, showcasing a striking departure from their usual grindcore sound towards doom and sludge metal. Featuring Kat Katz on vocals and Scott Hull on music, the three tracks explore heavier, slower riffs with intense female growls. The band successfully experiments with new influences and maintains high-quality production, including a compelling drum machine performance. This EP signals an exciting new artistic phase for the group. Dive into Agoraphobic Nosebleed's Arc EP and experience their powerful new doom metal direction today!
"DiCaprio... is forced to grunt, crawl, and scream with very few dialogues, zero monologues." "The characters are as empty as the pack of Nachos I devoured in the first half: greasy, unhealthy, and just salty enough."
"DiCaprio... is forced to grunt, crawl, and scream with very few dialogues, zero monologues."
"The characters are as empty as the pack of Nachos I devoured in the first half: greasy, unhealthy, and just salty enough."
This review of Alejandro González Iñárritu's 'Revenant' highlights impressive visuals and sound design but criticizes the film for its predictable plot, shallow characters, and slow pace. Leonardo DiCaprio’s gritty, physical performance is acknowledged yet the film overall is seen as lacking substance beyond spectacle. The reviewer prefers other contemporary films for deeper storytelling. Discover the realistic critique of 'Revenant' and decide if its stunning visuals and DiCaprio's performance are worth your time.
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