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At the end of listening to 'Some Nights' I find myself feeling lighter and happy, with a big smile and 32 teeth printed on my face. This is a beautiful album, Nate Ruess & Co, you’re a flower blossomed through asphalt, please, keep it up, I believe in you.
At the end of listening to 'Some Nights' I find myself feeling lighter and happy, with a big smile and 32 teeth printed on my face.
This is a beautiful album, Nate Ruess & Co, you’re a flower blossomed through asphalt, please, keep it up, I believe in you.
The review praises Fun's album 'Some Nights' as a refreshing and sincere pop rock release that stands out in a mainstream scene dominated by repetitive acts. Nate Ruess’s vocal strength and balanced falsetto are compared favorably to Freddie Mercury. The album features a blend of memorable ballads and energetic tracks with thoughtful arrangements. It represents hope for contemporary pop music, combining simplicity and creativity that leaves the listener lifted and happy. Listen to Fun's 'Some Nights' now and experience a refreshing pop rock journey full of passion and memorable melodies!
The long opener 'Death as Liberation' shows us a band capable of freeing itself from the 'great works' of the genre to seek a more personal path. If the starting points are the long doom sermons 'Growth of a Star Within' and 'Evil Sorcerer,' the future can only be brighter than this.
The long opener 'Death as Liberation' shows us a band capable of freeing itself from the 'great works' of the genre to seek a more personal path.
If the starting points are the long doom sermons 'Growth of a Star Within' and 'Evil Sorcerer,' the future can only be brighter than this.
Black Oath's debut album, The Third Aeon, channels strong Black Sabbath inspirations in a dark and epic doom metal style. While not highly original, it expresses a band searching for its unique identity. The album's production quality shines through, showcasing promising talent and mature musicianship. Fans of traditional and epic doom will find much to appreciate in this release. The future looks bright for Black Oath as they develop their sound further. Dive into Black Oath's The Third Aeon and experience a fresh take on classic doom metal—listen now and follow their rising journey!
A great discovery, devoid of the slightest commercial flavor and that knows how to firmly encourage further deepening. It's a powerful, lysergic, acid quarter-hour for a continuously escalating trip amongst pink-floydian breaths and electric tangles of guitar, synth, and filtered voice.
A great discovery, devoid of the slightest commercial flavor and that knows how to firmly encourage further deepening.
It's a powerful, lysergic, acid quarter-hour for a continuously escalating trip amongst pink-floydian breaths and electric tangles of guitar, synth, and filtered voice.
Circle's Infektio is a fascinating album from the prolific Finnish band known for their eclectic and experimental sound. The review highlights the album's blend of psychedelic rock, space rock, and various other genres, praising its hypnotic and aggressive sonic layers. The inclusion of Mika Rättö adds depth with keyboards and vocals. The album’s diverse tracks captivate and invite listeners on a deep auditory journey, making it a significant discovery for lovers of underground and progressive music. Dive into Circle's Infektio and explore a hypnotic psychedelic soundscape that defies genres and expectations.
Nuova Idea showed originality, energy, and technical skill, distinguishing themselves from the majority of groups of the time. Side B, although well-played, contains pieces significantly weaker compared to the initial long suite, both structurally and thematically.
Nuova Idea showed originality, energy, and technical skill, distinguishing themselves from the majority of groups of the time.
Side B, although well-played, contains pieces significantly weaker compared to the initial long suite, both structurally and thematically.
Nuova Idea, a pioneering Italian progressive pop band, released 'In The Beginning' in 1971, featuring a groundbreaking long suite inspired by Shakespeare's Macbeth. The album's Side A showcases originality, energy, and technical skill, positioning them as innovators in the Italian music scene. However, Side B is marked by weaker, more beat-influenced tracks, which prevented the album from becoming a classic. Despite this, Nuova Idea remained influential, later producing more cohesive and acclaimed works. Explore Nuova Idea's unique blend of prog and pop—listen to 'In The Beginning' and discover a foundational piece of Italian progressive music history.
It’s good to try to avoid evil but one must do so with one’s means and without the help of things that will then turn into traps. Commonplace film? NOT AT ALL. It’s a film that needs to be understood and, in the right measures, can lead us to reflect.
It’s good to try to avoid evil but one must do so with one’s means and without the help of things that will then turn into traps.
Commonplace film? NOT AT ALL. It’s a film that needs to be understood and, in the right measures, can lead us to reflect.
Frank Coraci's 2006 comedy starring Adam Sandler explores human desires to skip life's hardships through a time-controlling remote. Despite its comedic surface, the film offers thoughtful reflections on appreciating life's challenges and valuing family. The story balances humor and emotion, with strong performances and a meaningful message about accepting life's imperfections. An entertaining yet insightful film worth watching. Watch Frank Coraci's heartfelt comedy and explore the consequences of controlling time and life choices!
The final result is an uninspired, empty, and almost never incisive album. It’s a shame that with 'Democracy' this great sonic strength dissipates like snow in the sun.
The final result is an uninspired, empty, and almost never incisive album.
It’s a shame that with 'Democracy' this great sonic strength dissipates like snow in the sun.
Killing Joke's 1996 album Democracy marks a low point in an otherwise illustrious career. The album suffers from uninspired songwriting, lackluster vocals, and scattered lyrical themes. Despite a few decent tracks like the title song and Pilgrimage, the work overall feels tired and lacking the band's previous sonic impact. It serves as a clear signal that Killing Joke needed a creative break. Explore Killing Joke's discography and discover why Democracy stands out as a rare misstep in their powerful career.
Mix the progressive rhythms of the best Tool with the Deftones of 'White Pony' adding a nice dose of harmony. The instruments in the piece are tuned following the natural resonance of harmonic overtones, going against the convention of 440 Hz and returning to the classic 432 Hz.
Mix the progressive rhythms of the best Tool with the Deftones of 'White Pony' adding a nice dose of harmony.
The instruments in the piece are tuned following the natural resonance of harmonic overtones, going against the convention of 440 Hz and returning to the classic 432 Hz.
‘Prison Self’ by Edoardo Casini is an impressive single from a largely unknown artist, blending progressive rhythms reminiscent of Tool with the harmonic style of Deftones. The track’s unique 432 Hz tuning and thoughtful vocal lines stand out along with striking artwork. Available as a free download, it promises to be a lasting addition to the reviewer’s playlist. The review challenges listeners to identify a mysterious voice sample, adding intrigue. Listen to Edoardo Casini’s Prison Self now and dive into its unique progressive rock vibes!
Legions of young musicians would have almost everything to learn from Nels Cline in terms of stage presence, technique, and modernity of sound. Jeff Tweedy still manages to win over the audience with just a few words.
Legions of young musicians would have almost everything to learn from Nels Cline in terms of stage presence, technique, and modernity of sound.
Jeff Tweedy still manages to win over the audience with just a few words.
Wilco delivered an intense and cohesive two-hour performance at Ancienne Belgique in Brussels, blending meditative and rock-driven songs. Featuring prominent tracks from The Whole Love and an outstanding guitar showcase by Nels Cline, the concert proved the band's stage strength. Jeff Tweedy's modest frontman style was warmly received, while Pat Sansone played a vital supporting role. Overall, the show justified the ticket price with emotional and technical excellence. Discover Wilco's captivating live energy and guitar mastery—listen to their Ancienne Belgique 2012 concert now!
"A sparkling parade of beautiful songs, resurrected in an enhanced form compared to their studio versions." "A pleasant evening spent in the company of good Tony Wakeford."
"A sparkling parade of beautiful songs, resurrected in an enhanced form compared to their studio versions."
"A pleasant evening spent in the company of good Tony Wakeford."
Sol Invictus's 1992 live album 'Let Us Prey' offers a refined and intimate take on their apocalyptic folk music. The performance showcases improved sound quality and a sparse chamber ensemble supporting Tony Wakeford. While not revolutionary, the setlist reflects Wakeford's evolving artistic vision with several strong performances. The album is a worthy document of a distinctive stage presence and mood-setting live show. Explore the haunting live sounds of Sol Invictus's 'Let Us Prey' and experience apocalyptic folk at its intimate best!
More than fraud, it’s a charming pat on the back: the reference is too blatant. Chrome Dreams II is so fragmentary and scattered that it sounds like your most exciting and solid work since 'Mansion in the Hill' and co.
More than fraud, it’s a charming pat on the back: the reference is too blatant.
Chrome Dreams II is so fragmentary and scattered that it sounds like your most exciting and solid work since 'Mansion in the Hill' and co.
Neil Young's Chrome Dreams II offers a surprising and stylistically varied album that revisits classic themes while exploring new sounds. Though initially skeptical, the reviewer appreciates the album's blend of rock, country, and blues elements and its nostalgic yet fresh feel. Minor criticism is reserved for one experimental track, but overall it stands as Young's most exciting work in years. Listen to Chrome Dreams II and explore Neil Young’s dynamic journey through rock, country, and blues.
A ticking time bomb with the timer set to -1 second, a fresh, fast, powerful album. What? OPEN-MOUTHED! Are you deaf? Are you, like, a tribe of tough crowd?
A ticking time bomb with the timer set to -1 second, a fresh, fast, powerful album.
What? OPEN-MOUTHED! Are you deaf? Are you, like, a tribe of tough crowd?
NoiZe Machine's 'The Jumping Clown' delivers a fresh hard rock and metal fusion with exceptional musicianship and powerful vocals. The band, formed by seasoned virtuosos, creates a carefree yet technically impressive album. Highlights include 'I Like It,' 'So Far Away,' and the energetic title track. The album blends intensity with catchy grooves, earning a strong recommendation for rock and metal fans. Listen to 'The Jumping Clown' and experience NoiZe Machine's explosive hard rock energy now!
"Ninety minutes of pure entertainment, and this very short film effect makes it a fantastic film of the genre." "Shot with a 16 mm, it is perhaps the film that best represents the concept of a splatter movie, a typical Midnight movie that is absolutely amusing."
"Ninety minutes of pure entertainment, and this very short film effect makes it a fantastic film of the genre."
"Shot with a 16 mm, it is perhaps the film that best represents the concept of a splatter movie, a typical Midnight movie that is absolutely amusing."
Bad Taste is Peter Jackson's 1987 debut feature, a cult splatter sci-fi comedy known for its inventive low-budget gore effects and humor. The film follows a team of agents investigating a town wiped out by alien cannibals. Praised for its creativity and parody of B-movies, it remains a classic of midnight cinema. Despite primitive effects, the film delivers solid entertainment and iconic scenes that highlight Jackson's unique style. Watch Peter Jackson's cult classic Bad Taste and experience the wild blend of gore, humor, and creativity that launched a legendary director!
What makes GAMMA 3 commercial but not marketable is the overall sound, perfect but not ingratiating to win over the masses. The instrumental CONDITION YELLOW leaves you breathless, with nothing American about it; the guitar has just enough of a cameo to keep it within coordinates more similar to TANGERINE DREAM than a hard rock group.
What makes GAMMA 3 commercial but not marketable is the overall sound, perfect but not ingratiating to win over the masses.
The instrumental CONDITION YELLOW leaves you breathless, with nothing American about it; the guitar has just enough of a cameo to keep it within coordinates more similar to TANGERINE DREAM than a hard rock group.
Gamma 3 is an underrated American AOR album by Ronnie Montrose’s band, marked by innovative electronic rock influences and expert musicianship. Despite commercial struggles and band instability, it stands as a creative high point, especially for fans of 80s rock and synth-driven guitar music. Featuring standout tracks like "Right the First Time" and "Condition Yellow," the album blends ambition with unique sonic textures rarely explored at the time. Explore Gamma 3 today and experience Ronnie Montrose’s fusion of electrifying guitar and pioneering synth sounds!
"Pandemonium is an album of rhythm that makes you move, makes you dance." "An eclectic, grandiose, refined, fascinating album, slightly inferior to its predecessor but still majestic."
"Pandemonium is an album of rhythm that makes you move, makes you dance."
"An eclectic, grandiose, refined, fascinating album, slightly inferior to its predecessor but still majestic."
Killing Joke's Pandemonium marks a thrilling new chapter with a stronger focus on rhythm and shamanic themes. The album blends metallic guitar riffs with hypnotic grooves, tribal-inspired rhythms, and poetic lyrics. Tracks like "Millennium" and "Pandemonium" showcase the band's eclectic and imaginative style. While slightly less urgent than its predecessor, the album is a majestic confirmation of the band's genius and artistic depth. Explore Killing Joke's Pandemonium and experience a hypnotic blend of metal, rhythm, and ritual. Listen now and join the epic dance!
Cult Of Youth is urban rage, alcoholic desperation and an apocalyptic imagination that, without fear, pays a clear tribute to Douglas P. If only we had equally valid artists in Italy!
Cult Of Youth is urban rage, alcoholic desperation and an apocalyptic imagination that, without fear, pays a clear tribute to Douglas P.
If only we had equally valid artists in Italy!
Cult Of Youth's self-titled debut album combines punk energy with neofolk martiality and dark poetic influences. The music evokes urban rage, desperation, and a morbid aesthetic, paying tribute to Douglas P. and echoing artists like Leonard Cohen and Nick Cave. Tracks like "Pole Star" and "Lace Up Your Boots" deliver sincere and varied emotions. This album highlights a compelling blend of intensity and ascetic contemplation. Listen to Cult Of Youth's debut album and experience a unique blend of punk, neofolk, and dark poetic intensity.
His phrasing, so gentle and at the same time capable of climbing to a peak only he can see, insinuates itself under that oppressive mantle. Every time I play the record, it’s as if I’m respectfully knocking on a door that, surely, will be opened to me.
His phrasing, so gentle and at the same time capable of climbing to a peak only he can see, insinuates itself under that oppressive mantle.
Every time I play the record, it’s as if I’m respectfully knocking on a door that, surely, will be opened to me.
This review praises 'The Words And The Days' by Enrico Rava Quintet as a soothing and immersive jazz experience. The album creates a peaceful refuge marked by delicate and masterful interplay among the musicians. The reviewer admires the emotional depth and artistry, highlighting the quintet's ability to evoke warmth and serenity despite an often cold world. The work is seen as a timeless sanctuary accessible through its beautiful soundscapes. Listen to Enrico Rava Quintet’s 'The Words And The Days' and immerse yourself in a calming jazz escape.
"Desaparecido proves to be one of the best works in the band's repertoire, the spark of their career." "'Eroi Nel Vento' is one of the best not only of the album but also of the band's entire discography."
"Desaparecido proves to be one of the best works in the band's repertoire, the spark of their career."
"'Eroi Nel Vento' is one of the best not only of the album but also of the band's entire discography."
Litfiba's 1985 album 'Desaparecido' is a foundational work blending New Wave and dark rock, marking a creative peak in their career. The eight tracks offer rich atmospheric journeys, featuring energetic guitar riffs and haunting vocals. Standout songs like 'Eroi Nel Vento' and 'Istanbul' showcase the band’s musical depth. Though overshadowed by later lineup changes, this album remains a milestone in Italian rock history. Dive into Litfiba's 'Desaparecido' and experience a powerful blend of dark rock and New Wave that shaped Italian rock history!
Beyond the expectations that the cover might give, this 'shooter' is a blast. If you like games of this genre, you will have many various types of weapons at your disposal, which is not insignificant.
Beyond the expectations that the cover might give, this 'shooter' is a blast.
If you like games of this genre, you will have many various types of weapons at your disposal, which is not insignificant.
Just Cause 2 delivers an exciting open-world shooter experience that rivals classics like GTA San Andreas with its large map and immersive gameplay. While it has fewer missions and a somewhat complex story, the game's vast environments and variety of activities keep players engaged. The reviewer highlights the game's strengths in exploration and weapon variety, recommending it despite its age. The anticipation of a sequel and a movie adaptation adds to its appeal. Dive into the vast world of Just Cause 2 and experience explosive fun and endless adventure today!
Songs like "Blue Snow," "Solarisphere," "Shine," and "Lunarville 7, Airlock 3" demonstrate the relentlessly uncompromising energy of the London band. "Their albums are anthems to the filthiest rock, the kind whose sole purpose is to provoke headbanging and adrenaline."
Songs like "Blue Snow," "Solarisphere," "Shine," and "Lunarville 7, Airlock 3" demonstrate the relentlessly uncompromising energy of the London band.
"Their albums are anthems to the filthiest rock, the kind whose sole purpose is to provoke headbanging and adrenaline."
Orange Goblin's 'Time Travelling Blues' is a standout stoner rock album from London's scene, showcasing a raw and energetic sound. The album balances psychedelia, hard rock, and uncompromising energy. It is recognized as one of the best European contributions to the stoner genre, rivalling its American counterparts. Key tracks like 'Blue Snow' and 'Solarisphere' highlight their interplanetary, headbanging vibe. The review rates the album four and a half stars. Dive into Orange Goblin's 'Time Travelling Blues' and experience the raw energy of classic stoner rock today!
From the first listen, it’s impossible not to recognize in Grey Daze many of the ingredients that made grunge great. 'Wake Me' can be considered a good rock/grunge record that perfectly fits the historical context in which it was conceived.
From the first listen, it’s impossible not to recognize in Grey Daze many of the ingredients that made grunge great.
'Wake Me' can be considered a good rock/grunge record that perfectly fits the historical context in which it was conceived.
Grey Daze’s 1994 debut album 'Wake Me' delivers a solid blend of grunge and rock, marked by raspy vocals and strong guitar riffs. The band, formed by teenagers in Arizona, showcases early influences of prominent 90s grunge bands like Pearl Jam. The review praises standout tracks such as 'Spin,' 'Wake Me,' and 'She Shines' while noting the album’s fitting place in its historical context. It hints at the future success of the lead vocalist, whose later career would reach worldwide fame. Listen to Grey Daze’s 'Wake Me' and explore the early roots of a grunge icon's musical journey!
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