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THE REVIEW
The flamboyant band The Darkness is considered as the group that replaced Queen. But in reality, they have a truly unique style and energy. The combination of lead singer Justin Hawkins' high-pitched voice and their clothing style, like tight-fitting and low-cut outfits with eccentric patterns reminiscent of those worn by Freddie Mercury, long hair sometimes with colored highlights, make this band unique and distinctive, undoubtedly one of the most listened to by young people.
With their first album "Permission to Land", they climbed the charts and reached number one in Great Britain. This success is due to the tracks taken from the album such as "I Believe in a Thing Called Love", "Growing on Me", "Love is Only a Feeling", and the song that remained the longest in Mtv's "top ten" chart "Friday Night". Despite their music being rock, it is still very catchy, and the video productions are often comical, with original settings that always contain a good dose of self-irony. The other tracks on the album are also very beautiful. For example, "Love on the Rocks with No Ice" not only has a beautiful melody but also magnificent electric guitar solos and high and long notes from the singer that, combined together, make this piece beautiful and unique in its genre; and the track "Givin' Up" is one of the songs that most manages to convey energy to fans of the "Darkness" style.
In short, "Permission to Land" is an album that really deserves to be listened to, both by the younger crowd and by big rock listeners.
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The Darkness' debut album Permission to Land features a unique blend of flamboyant style and high-energy rock music. Fronted by Justin Hawkins' distinctive vocals, the album soared to number one in the UK. Catchy singles like 'I Believe in a Thing Called Love' and 'Friday Night' showcase their originality and self-irony. With strong guitar work and memorable melodies, the album appeals to both young listeners and classic rock fans. Overall, it is highly recommended for its engaging and distinctive sound.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
The Darkness
The Darkness are an English hard rock band known for flamboyant classic-rock revivalism, Justin Hawkins’ high-register vocals, and a sound often compared (in reviews) to AC/DC and Queen. Their debut “Permission to Land” (2003) broke through in the UK, followed by “One Way Ticket to Hell... And Back” with production by Roy Thomas Baker; later post-reunion albums discussed here include “Pinewood Smile” and “Easter Is Cancelled.”17 Reviews
Other reviews
By Sallu
The high notes then hit you, the effect they create contrasting with the solid riffs of the guitars is beautiful.
The Darkness talk about all there is to talk about, they tell stories of love, of issues tied to everyday life, about everything, and they do it naturally.
By airbag
This album is simply banal and low-level; it owes its success more to the gaudy costumes and entertaining live performances than to real musical substance.
If it were possible to give a score lower than 0, I would do so without hesitation but, unfortunately, I am forced to a 'diplomatic' score.
By ste84
Kurt Cobain would sound better with a right-handed guitar tuned badly that’s on fire!
Freddy Mercury who, after listening to this atrocity, surely turned off the stereo and went to roll over in his grave (R.I.P.)... my God how they irritate!!!
By Starblazer
Riffs at max volume, omnipresent electric guitar, bloody catchy melodies.
For me all that matters is the impact and the emotion, and Justin Hawkins and his gang have given me plenty of emotions.
