Cocteautwinx

Whirlpool is a perfect mix of dreampop and shoegaze that doesn’t try to replicate the cocteau twins or mbv’s mellow whimsy. Instead, Chapterhouse produces a sonically rich interpretation of the genre. What I like so much about Whirlpool is how it is able to entrance you with its baggy groove and ethereal melodies.

For a 1991 shoegaze album, you can observe how much the genre has come to be. It can pretty much be up there with the pioneering records such as loveless, and nowhere. ... read more

Been listening to it a lot lately. I get it

Edit: i have to write a formal review about this album. When I first listened to this during the summer of 2023, it didn’t really strike me as much. I have much preferred albums that expanded its grandeur. Albums that had high production, vocals that were soaring and a distinct idea that urged to be pushed. In contrast to Loveless, this album reminds us to embrace imperfections—a choice that pioneered the primary appeal of shoegaze as a ... read more

One of the most refreshing albums I’ve heard in awhile :)

What really captivated me in listening to this album was the cover art; its colors radiated a lost nostalgia that was comforting. Its composition carefree but intentional. With the soundscapes of the album, I was just as impressed. Barbie’s melodies tend to leap and relax—just like playing in the fields. This accompanied with the guitars that jangled throughout the bars, and the drums that progressed rhythmically ... read more

‘Wild is the Wind’ is such an experience of an album; Simone’s daring vocals, poetic storytelling and diverse instrumentations are all aspects that makes this album so great - no wonder that she remains to be one of the most influential artists of all time! And to think that these were “leftovers” from Simone’s last albums add up to its fascination. Good things truly has its proper timing, in this case, it gave us a treasure of vocal jazz and sensual ballads. ... read more