This is undoubtedly Biilie's most mature album to date. It showcases her incredible vocals in a way no previous album of hers has and Finneas is still kicking ass with its production. Billie embarks on exploring sounds in a way she has not done in previous albums creating a very fresh sound. Though the album struggles to stay cohesive in places, it is a solid addition to her discography.
This is generally a very good album. The production is fantastic if let down by some of the aspects of the songwriting. Overall however, this is a decent addition to the band’s discography - even if I prefer the earlier albums.
Stand-out songs:
Bored and Razed
Thoughts and Prayers
It's a brilliant album from a brilliant band. I have no clue what Rolling Stone was talking about in 1979. Freddie's vocals are incredible, the guitar parts are iconic and overall the instrumentation is spot on. Unfortunately, it is somewhat let down by Roger's songs but it still stands as a great album.
Damn, this album just brings something special. I could not stop bopping my head and pulling a stank face for the entire album. Definitely worth a listen and I look forward to future collaborations between these two artists.
Very generic. There is possibly something to work from here but it just sounds like the mediocre music that Muse has been releasing for the last decade.
It's a very precious and thought-provoking album. Small, intimate and yet grandiose - I know that's a contradiction but that's just how it feels.
A surprisingly solid album for what was and is such a small band. Incredible musicianship and their playing on dynamics expertly creates and releases tension. Definitely worth a listen.
Some decent music but it is just all too samey. After a few songs, it all just blurs together.
Great album that is massively underrated. Sure, it's not on par with the likes of The Stranger or Piano Man but it's an amazing album in it's own right.
I have quite a lot of mixed opinions about this album. Some songs are fantastic and well-written, but some didn’t quite click for me. Overall, it was a good listen though.
Top songs:
Blood and Rockets
Amethyst Realm
This is a brilliant album from beginning to end.
Stand-out tracks:
Whispers in the Echo Chamber
Tunnel Lights
Dusk
Absolute generic garbage that sounds like it was written in an afternoon immediately after listening to an Elton John album
There is some brilliant music on here, though I can understand why it is not to everyone's taste. That said, the standard versions seem too short and the extended versions are frequently too long. There is definitely a middle ground somewhere.
One of the best metal albums to come out of the 21st century and a perfect introduction to metal for any wanna-be metal-head.
A fantastic debut album that clearly shows the range and talent of this fairly new band. They create interesting, unique music which makes me excited to hear what else they have to offer in the future.
Stand-out songs:
Caesar on the TV Screen
My Lady of Mercy
Beautiful Boy
Dave Lombardo is an incredible drummer, and this album is very much a show of his virtuosity, but there just isn't enough depth to explore. It's clearly a labour of love but I wouldn't go back to it nor would I recommend anyone listen to it.
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