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THE REVIEW
"Sparkle In The Rain" has the daunting fate of following "New Gold Dream," the iconic album of the eighties, and it does so with flying colors.
It is certainly different from the previous album, but Simple Minds have always composed in a way that prevents repetition.
The rock sounds blend with electronics in an excellent manner with Mel Gaynor and Steve Lillywhite, the producer of the album, imprinting the aforementioned qualities onto the record.
It's challenging to determine which songs are the best on the album, but if I had to choose, I would say "Book Of Brilliant Things" and "East At Easter". The former is characterized by McNeil's soft keyboards and Burchill's rhythmic-solo embellishments; the latter by Burchill's escalating riff that culminates in Gaynor's roll that makes the piece burst... fantastic!
"Up On The Catwalk", "Speed Your Love To Me", "Waterfront"—three super hits that complete an unmissable album with an exceptional live performance that is in some ways unique.
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Sparkle In The Rain successfully follows the iconic New Gold Dream with a fresh blend of rock and electronic sounds. Produced by Steve Lillywhite and featuring Mel Gaynor's dynamic drumming, the album stands out with powerful tracks like Book Of Brilliant Things and East At Easter. The reviewer highlights both the album's innovation and its exceptional live performances, making it a must-listen for fans.
