Blackjazz

Critic Score
Based on 11 reviews
2010 Ratings: #91 / 948
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Based on 56 ratings
2010 Ratings: #189
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GabrielAOTY
60

QUICKIE TIME!!

Thanks, _nyxfujiwara, for the recommendation.

Shining is a weird band, to be honest. I've never listened to them before, so this album was one big exposure for me. Originally formed in 1999, Shining was an acoustic instrumental band with albums like Where the Ragged People Go and Sweet Shanghai Devil. It wasn't until 2005 that the band started to lean more... rock and electronic sound in their music, with the 2005 album, In the Kingdom of Kitsch You Will Be a Monster. ... read more

shylingg
75

Thanks to _nyxfujiwara (Nyx) for the recommendation!

This album sounds like Royal Blood if the band had taken a massive dose of pure cocaine before recording. It’s a fully chaotic experience at its peak, blending metal, jazz, and electronic elements into a whirlwind of sound. Personally, I found it a bit overwhelming on the first listen, but I still respect the creativity and musicianship. While it may not entirely suit my taste, I plan to revisit it and see if my opinion evolves. ... read more

nyxfujiwara_
97

Jesus, this album is so fucking loud and chaotic. It's basically like John Zorn produced this album, but mixed with a more brutal genre fusion of brutal-prog, jazz, and industrial metal.

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