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THE REVIEW
The term schizophrenia refers to a form of psychiatric illness characterized by persistent symptoms of altered thought, behavior, and emotion, severe enough to limit a person's normal activities.
But what effect can schizophrenia have on a two-headed monster?
Maybe it ends up that the two heads think exactly the same things, right?
And if one of these two brains hosts a talented folk guitarist and the other a cut'n'paste wizard, what can happen?
Well, in my opinion, something similar to this album by the Books would emerge. Second album from the American duo, a gem of folktronic Dadaism.
Minimalist arpeggios, cinematic samples (even from Medea by Pier Paolo Pasolini: “everything is sacred, everything is sacred, everything is sacred, there's nothing natural in nature, my boy, remember that well”), oriental atmospheres, toy-like accelerations, ridiculous climaxes, an enchanting voice (thanks to Anne Doerner), instruments that change depending on the occasion, a delicately jazz spirit, a dancing and deliberately inconsistent mood, radio disturbances… All together, mercilessly mixed.
The taste of the past sneaks into our years to lead us toward the future. That's all.
Few words for a monumental album, saying more would make even less sense…
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The Lemon Of Pink is the second album by The Books, showcasing a creative fusion of folk guitar and cut-and-paste electronic wizardry. Featuring minimalist melodies, cinematic and oriental samples, and a jazzy, eclectic mood, the album delivers a unique and enchanting listening experience. The voice of Anne Doerner and the experimental mix of styles make it a monumental folktronic work.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
The Books
The Books were an American duo formed in New York City by Nick Zammuto and Paul de Jong, known for blending acoustic instruments with found-sound collage. They released four acclaimed albums between 2002 and 2010 and disbanded in 2012.06 Reviews
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By vonhesse
All these references are blended together creating a balance and lightness that is nothing short of enchanting.
An album that's just 36 minutes so beautiful that it escapes any classification.
