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Despite being burdened by a lot of negative toxins, for me, this is the most electrifying work by Lowell George’s group. George’s great quality is that of writing unpredictable tracks where the classic verse-chorus structure is thrown out the window.
Despite being burdened by a lot of negative toxins, for me, this is the most electrifying work by Lowell George’s group.
George’s great quality is that of writing unpredictable tracks where the classic verse-chorus structure is thrown out the window.
This review praises Little Feat's album Feats Don't Fail Me Now as an electrifying and innovative work blending 70s funk with classic rock. Lowell George's unpredictable songwriting shines through diverse, dynamic tracks. Despite lacking commercial success, the album is hailed as one of the era's best in rock-blues. Highlights include powerful funk-rock numbers and unique, genre-mixing compositions. The album's musical depth and craftsmanship make it a standout in the band's catalog. Explore Little Feat's Feats Don't Fail Me Now and experience a timeless blend of rock and funk – listen now and rediscover a 70s classic!
"Unleash The Carnivore is exactly a photocopy of the previous albums, and that alone is enough to label it a semi-useless record." The slaughter carried out by them, as exhilarating as it may be, is built on an idea as banal as ever: take brutal and push it to hypertrophy.
"Unleash The Carnivore is exactly a photocopy of the previous albums, and that alone is enough to label it a semi-useless record."
The slaughter carried out by them, as exhilarating as it may be, is built on an idea as banal as ever: take brutal and push it to hypertrophy.
The review highlights Devourment's 'Unleash The Carnivore' as a heavily brutal death metal album that closely mirrors the band's earlier work. While technically proficient and fitting within the slam brutal niche, the album is criticized for its repetitiveness, lack of originality, and emotional engagement. The reviewer recommends it mainly to dedicated brutal death metal fans and suggests the debut album offers more impactful listening. Overall, the album is seen as more of the same rather than a fresh or innovative contribution. Dive into the brutal world of Devourment and decide if 'Unleash The Carnivore' lives up to the slam brutal hype!
We find a definitive maturity in the electronic-styled tracks like PICCOLO AMORE. Finally there is a product that stands on its own, not to everyone’s taste for sure, but which positions itself well in the Italian landscape of the genre.
We find a definitive maturity in the electronic-styled tracks like PICCOLO AMORE.
Finally there is a product that stands on its own, not to everyone’s taste for sure, but which positions itself well in the Italian landscape of the genre.
Marcello Parrilli's second album, Elogio Alla Diversità, marks a noticeable maturation in his sound, balancing electronic and '80s pop influences. The vocals have gained newfound freedom and strength, departing from earlier neomelodic hints. Collaborations with Luigi Chelli and Niccolò Tonarelli enrich the production, especially on guitars. However, some instrumentals, like strings and rhythm sections, reveal room for improvement. Overall, the album stands strong in the Italian electronic pop landscape. Listen to Marcello Parrilli’s Elogio Alla Diversità and experience the fresh evolution of Italian electronic pop.
"One can directly talk about it as one of the absolute peaks of their extensive discography." "The third and final track 'The Voyage Of The Homeless Sapien' clears up any doubts: 20 minutes of a doom suite where anything can happen, a dusty and ancestral music."
"One can directly talk about it as one of the absolute peaks of their extensive discography."
"The third and final track 'The Voyage Of The Homeless Sapien' clears up any doubts: 20 minutes of a doom suite where anything can happen, a dusty and ancestral music."
Cathedral's 1994 EP 'Statik Majik' is hailed as a peak in their discography, blending doom metal with classic rock and underground progressive influences. The review highlights standout tracks like 'Hypnos 134', 'Cosmic Funeral', and the epic suite 'The Voyage Of The Homeless Sapien.' The EP is praised for its smoky production and its successful balance of the band's varied musical styles, marking an important moment before their later works. Dive into Cathedral's iconic 'Statik Majik' and experience the essence of classic doom metal today!
Mylo Xyloto is a magniloquent, baroque, and unabashedly populist pop opera, where the qualitative result does not equate to the sum of its parts. What the hell were they thinking? A song with immense potential, far from predictable, ends up being repeatedly ravished by inept and approximate production.
Mylo Xyloto is a magniloquent, baroque, and unabashedly populist pop opera, where the qualitative result does not equate to the sum of its parts.
What the hell were they thinking? A song with immense potential, far from predictable, ends up being repeatedly ravished by inept and approximate production.
This review critically examines Coldplay's album Mylo Xyloto, focusing on its bold embrace of mainstream pop and heavy overproduction. While some tracks like 'Charlie Brown' stand out, many suffer from synthetic sounds and lackluster melodies. The collaboration with Rihanna is seen as a failed experiment, and the best content sometimes ends up relegated to B-sides. Overall, the album departs from Coldplay's earlier, more authentic style. Explore Coldplay’s Mylo Xyloto – listen and decide if the pop opera charm resonates with you!
"'God Is War' is nothing but unrestrained hatred, encrusted on the walls of a room smeared with blood and shit." "The voice is the quintessence of pain and refuses to leave the carcass of a religion that has always smelled of death."
"'God Is War' is nothing but unrestrained hatred, encrusted on the walls of a room smeared with blood and shit."
"The voice is the quintessence of pain and refuses to leave the carcass of a religion that has always smelled of death."
The review highlights 'God Is War' as an unrelenting, brutal album filled with raw hatred and intense sonic claustrophobia. It praises the fusion of black metal, hardcore, and thrash elements, enhanced by Kurt Ballou’s production. The album’s dark themes target religion and war with visceral aggression. Each track is described as a unique, punishing experience that solidifies the band’s extreme and uncompromising style. Dive into the fierce world of 'God Is War'—listen now to experience raw, unfiltered hardcore metal!
"The Hunter is almost a farewell record... a declaration of love addressed to every listener." "In the epic swing of 'Big Noise, New York,' Jennifer showcases truly extraordinary interpretive abilities, giving a living, pulsating soul to an already great song."
"The Hunter is almost a farewell record... a declaration of love addressed to every listener."
"In the epic swing of 'Big Noise, New York,' Jennifer showcases truly extraordinary interpretive abilities, giving a living, pulsating soul to an already great song."
Jennifer Warnes' 1992 album The Hunter showcases her elegant and soulful voice, blending pop, rock, and RnB with influences from Leonard Cohen and other notable artists. The album features both covers and original compositions, highlighting her refined songwriting skills and expressive interpretations. It stands as a unique and heartfelt work, marking a significant moment in her career. The Hunter is a polished and emotive record appreciated by fans of sophisticated pop and vocal artistry. Explore Jennifer Warnes' The Hunter and experience the soulful elegance and heartfelt storytelling of this timeless pop album.
In a good recording (albeit "homemade"), a metal with distinctly progressive veins explodes thunderously. Considering the average age of the band (barely twenty), the starting point is remarkable.
In a good recording (albeit "homemade"), a metal with distinctly progressive veins explodes thunderously.
Considering the average age of the band (barely twenty), the starting point is remarkable.
Ashes Of Chaos's Demo Concept EP offers a strong start in the saturated Italian metal scene. With clear influences from Dream Theater and Megadeth, the band showcases technical skills and ambitious progressive metal songwriting. Despite some production limitations typical of a homemade demo, the four tracks, especially "Mechanical Rage" and "Rinascita," stand out. The band’s youthful energy and concept album aspirations hint at a promising debut album ahead. Listen to Ashes Of Chaos's Demo Concept and explore the rising stars of Italian progressive metal!
The diadem is composed of twelve stars, whose nature can be distilled and fused into four long movements, an icy and melancholic black metal, ancestral and fierce, full of nuances and with nascent raw potential. To the roughness of black is added doom slowdowns and atmospheric parts full of magic, which give a sense of mystical suspension and rituality that our own know well how to exploit to enchant listeners.
The diadem is composed of twelve stars, whose nature can be distilled and fused into four long movements, an icy and melancholic black metal, ancestral and fierce, full of nuances and with nascent raw potential.
To the roughness of black is added doom slowdowns and atmospheric parts full of magic, which give a sense of mystical suspension and rituality that our own know well how to exploit to enchant listeners.
This review highlights Wolves In The Throne Room’s album Diadem Of 12 Stars as a deeply atmospheric and melancholic black metal work. It emphasizes the album’s ritualistic and mystical qualities and praises its blend of raw intensity with doom and atmospheric parts. The reviewer anticipates the band’s future growth, recognizing this album’s foundational power. The work is described as both fierce and enchanting, with an ancestral tone. Dive into Wolves In The Throne Room’s mystical black metal journey—listen to Diadem Of 12 Stars and experience the ritual tonight.
Mc Cash no longer has a proper name, just as he no longer has an eye and a wife, and he has no more heroes, the last one just abandoned him. The speed of the book takes on spectral hues, launched on the sound waves of the Clash’s lashes.
Mc Cash no longer has a proper name, just as he no longer has an eye and a wife, and he has no more heroes, the last one just abandoned him.
The speed of the book takes on spectral hues, launched on the sound waves of the Clash’s lashes.
The review explores Caryl Férey's gritty novel centered on Mc Cash, a former IRA member turned police officer. Haunted by loss and physical pain, Mc Cash drifts through a morally questionable world infused with punk energy and social decay. The narrative blends raw emotion with intense atmospheres, propelled by echoes of Joe Strummer's legacy. It's a powerful, dark tale of survival, fury, and disillusionment. Explore the dark world of Mc Cash and feel the fury of punk-infused noir – dive into Caryl Férey’s gripping thriller now!
"If you don’t want to listen to this album, you don’t know what you’re missing." "Thunderblast is an album capable of setting the rules for making melodic Punk."
"If you don’t want to listen to this album, you don’t know what you’re missing."
"Thunderblast is an album capable of setting the rules for making melodic Punk."
Mute's 2011 album Thunderblast is a standout melodic punkrock record from Quebec City. Featuring fast, catchy riffs, excellent technique, and memorable solos, it remains highly underrated. Highlights include dual male-female vocals on 'Homesick & Tired' and powerful drum work on 'Strangers Back Again.' The album is praised for its accessibility and musical quality, positioning Mute among notable Canadian punk acts. Listen to Mute's Thunderblast and experience one of 2011's best melodic punkrock albums now!
Look for this album, it's really great for those who love this musical genre, you won't be disappointed INDEED! Hot desert night is perhaps my favorite song on the album, overall a simple song but turns out to be very pleasant for the listener.
Look for this album, it's really great for those who love this musical genre, you won't be disappointed INDEED!
Hot desert night is perhaps my favorite song on the album, overall a simple song but turns out to be very pleasant for the listener.
The review highlights Icon's 1984 self-titled album as an underrated Hair Metal gem from the 80s. With catchy and inspired tracks like "Rock on through the night" and "Hot desert night," the album appeals to fans of heavy and melodic metal. Though less known, it offers enjoyable songs for lovers of the genre and is recommended wholeheartedly. Dive into Icon’s 1984 Hair Metal classic and rediscover a hidden rock treasure today!
Sparks Against Darkness is an example of how melodic punk can still be brought out without falling into the malevolent clutches of commercialization. The singing is in excellent English... perfectly curated choruses are not lacking, and the guitar technique is very good, composing original melodies but also with immediate impact.
Sparks Against Darkness is an example of how melodic punk can still be brought out without falling into the malevolent clutches of commercialization.
The singing is in excellent English... perfectly curated choruses are not lacking, and the guitar technique is very good, composing original melodies but also with immediate impact.
Jet Market's Sparks Against Darkness showcases the vitality of the Italian melodic skate punk scene. The album balances energetic hardcore bursts with well-crafted melodies and insightful lyrics. Singing in excellent English and featuring guest vocals, it recalls notable bands in the genre while maintaining originality. Tracks like "My Deep Black Night" and "Used The Worst" stand out for musical complexity and hooks. Overall, the album is a strong example of non-commercial melodic punk. Listen to Jet Market's Sparks Against Darkness and experience the brilliance of Italy's melodic punk scene today!
Frank manages to integrate anything into his musical project and makes it fit as if it had always been a part of it. Fillmore East is therefore not one of his most exceptional live performances, but it is perfect for spending about half an hour of fun.
Frank manages to integrate anything into his musical project and makes it fit as if it had always been a part of it.
Fillmore East is therefore not one of his most exceptional live performances, but it is perfect for spending about half an hour of fun.
This live album captures Frank Zappa and The Mothers having a blast in June 1971 with a stripped-down lineup including the Turtles. Though not Zappa's best phase, the album delivers a fun and quirky set full of classic tracks and storytelling charm. Highlights include playful vocals and memorable solos, making it a great casual listen. It's like sharing amusing, unpolished tales over a beer with a friend. Dive into this playful live classic from Frank Zappa and The Mothers—listen now and experience a unique blend of humor and rock mastery!
This new one from Wooden Shjips is easy and edible just right and it even leaves a bit of stardust on the shoulders of my jacket. West will make happy those who intend to get lost in circular and deliberately lo-fi sounds over which hovers the aura of the Morrison Hotel.
This new one from Wooden Shjips is easy and edible just right and it even leaves a bit of stardust on the shoulders of my jacket.
West will make happy those who intend to get lost in circular and deliberately lo-fi sounds over which hovers the aura of the Morrison Hotel.
Wooden Shjips' 2011 album West delivers a focused and hypnotic psychedelic rock experience enriched with fuzz guitar and Kraut rock delay effects. The album shows a clear evolution with its subtle nods to 60s West Coast psychedelia, blending vintage influences with a fresh neo-psych pop sensibility. At 37 minutes, it offers an accessible yet immersive trip for fans of hypnotic and lo-fi sounds. It is considered by the reviewer as the band's most successful work so far. Experience Wooden Shjips' hypnotic psychedelic sound—listen to West now and dive into a hypnotic neo-psych journey!
"The Real Ramona is definitively the most complete work, best summarizing everything Throwing Muses created over the years." "Two of the best pop-rock tracks that subtly and instantaneously penetrate the mind are 'Counting Backwards' and 'Not too soon.'"
"The Real Ramona is definitively the most complete work, best summarizing everything Throwing Muses created over the years."
"Two of the best pop-rock tracks that subtly and instantaneously penetrate the mind are 'Counting Backwards' and 'Not too soon.'"
Throwing Muses' 1991 album The Real Ramona is hailed as their most complete and refined work, blending sharp melodies with a pop-rock sensibility. The album marks the last studio collaboration with Tanya Donnelly before she pursued other projects. Featuring standout tracks like 'Counting Backwards' and 'Hook in her head,' the record remains an essential indie rock classic despite becoming hard to find. The intense recording process and significant producer influence are also noted. The album seals the band's legacy as a key American indie rock formation. Discover the timeless indie rock sound of Throwing Muses' The Real Ramona—listen now and experience a classic redefined.
Black Math Horseman is one of these reflections, which mirrors in our eyes and translates into vibrations that, little by little, create a crack in the heart. The absolute splendor of the sounds has something mystical, extremely retro, extremely full.
Black Math Horseman is one of these reflections, which mirrors in our eyes and translates into vibrations that, little by little, create a crack in the heart.
The absolute splendor of the sounds has something mystical, extremely retro, extremely full.
Black Math Horseman's 'Wyllt' is an evocative and mystical album that blends heavy, retro-inspired riffs with ethereal vocals and textured soundscapes. The record draws on influences from desert rock legends like Kyuss and Black Sabbath, creating a powerful and immersive experience. Vocalist Sera Timms adds a unique emotional layer, intertwining sweet and sharp tones. Overall, the album crafts a haunting journey full of tension, unease, and beauty. Dive into the mystical sounds of 'Wyllt'—listen now and experience a powerful journey through heavy, ethereal rock.
"Duke is so stereotypical and egocentric that he’s funny just for that reason." "If you like the character and want to turn off your brain by ‘kicking alien asses,’ you might consider it."
"Duke is so stereotypical and egocentric that he’s funny just for that reason."
"If you like the character and want to turn off your brain by ‘kicking alien asses,’ you might consider it."
Duke Nukem Forever, released after a lengthy 14-year development, combines retro-style linear gameplay with advanced Unreal Engine graphics. The game centers on the macho and egocentric Duke character, delivering vulgar humor and straightforward alien battles. Despite some fun moments and satirical elements, the short 15-hour length and repetitive gameplay left critics divided. Fans of old-school shooters and exaggerated macho satire may find it entertaining, but those seeking deep gaming experiences might look elsewhere. Dive into Duke Nukem Forever for a dose of retro action and macho humor—check out the game and decide if the legend still kicks hard!
Finally, you can listen to Yes for an hour without getting worn out by the virtuosity. What a piece, poignant, epic, martial, unforgettable.
Finally, you can listen to Yes for an hour without getting worn out by the virtuosity.
What a piece, poignant, epic, martial, unforgettable.
Drama, the 1980 album by Yes, marks a unique fusion of prog rock with the accessible flair of The Buggles. It presents a fresh, less virtuosic yet beautifully crafted album. Highlights include 'Machine Messiah' and 'Does It Really Happen?', evoking nostalgia and a renewed appreciation for classic rock. The review balances technical admiration with personal memories tied to the era. Dive into Yes' Drama album and experience a unique blend of prog rock and 80s pop innovation – listen now and rediscover a classic!
"The first is a true milestone, one of the few strong pieces of the work, where you’re certainly led to think ‘Wow! Great start!’" "What strangely returned to my thoughts was the magnificent collection of poems by Eugenio Montale... He who creates a thousand expectations but in the end has very little to show for..."
"The first is a true milestone, one of the few strong pieces of the work, where you’re certainly led to think ‘Wow! Great start!’"
"What strangely returned to my thoughts was the magnificent collection of poems by Eugenio Montale... He who creates a thousand expectations but in the end has very little to show for..."
This review of M83's fifth album 'Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming' praises its standout opening tracks and creative vision but criticizes the album's excessive length and fragmented nature. While some songs evoke the band's earlier works and 80s influences well, much of the album feels flat and lacks a strong cohesive masterpiece. The experimental interludes add interest but do not fully balance the uneven quality. Ultimately, the album generates mixed feelings, balancing ambition with disappointment. Discover the highs and lows of M83’s ambitious album—listen now and decide if it lives up to the hype!
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