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THE REVIEW
The way in which these ten tracks fuse completely opposite genres is simply astounding. The sound of "Neon Golden," the second work by the German band, undoubtedly marks a remarkable achievement, to be admired for its maturity and perfection, which nonetheless do not stifle the freshness and spontaneity typical of The Notwist.
A soft electronic base alternates at times with a strictly indie drum, thin and nuanced guitars are blended with "Radiohead-style" samples, all led by a voice as soft as a whisper just a millimeter from your ears. Placing a five-minute ballad at the opening might seem a bit daring, but "Consequence" unexpectedly proves to be a brilliant overture that opens the doors to the enchanting "One Step Inside Doesn't Mean You Understand" and subsequently to the sparkling pop of "Pilot".
Poetic as summer rain, "Pick Up the Phone" will literally make you lose your mind with its thrilling introduction, but it's further along that the album's gem hides: "This Room," the track we all would have expected from Yorke and company if in 2000 they hadn't ventured into the experimentation of "Kid A." "One with the Freaks" is the last small jolt before leaving the finale to the folk and post-rock of the eponymous "Neon Golden" and "Off the Rails." An excellent demonstration of stylistic maturity and creative skill.
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The Notwist's Neon Golden masterfully blends indie and electronic genres in ten tracks marked by maturity and fresh spontaneity. The album features soft vocals, nuanced guitars, and thoughtful production, with standout songs like 'Consequence' and 'This Room.' It offers a rich listening experience balancing poetic lyricism and creative experimentation.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
The Notwist
The Notwist are a German band from Weilheim (near Munich), described in the reviews as having moved from early metal/rock toward a minimalist, detail-focused blend of guitars, electronics, and pop songwriting, with Markus Acher’s distinctive soft vocal style often highlighted.11 Reviews
Other reviews
By LOR15
"The Notwist produce songs through the successive addition of parts and fragments carefully sought out, among samples and real guitars, managing to synthesize a totally original form."
"An intimate, delicate album, turned in on itself, that spins on itself, talking about rooms from which one will never leave."
By RinaldiACHTUNG
"Cold electronics and existential dilemma. The two sides that the Notwist have managed to blend with class."
"The ending Consequence summarizes and amplifies this sensation, the mood silently explodes with the words ‘I’m not in this movie, I’m not in this song.’"
