I don't care what critics or the users here say; not only do I think this is one of Duran Duran's best records, it's easily a 10 out of 10 at that.
I think it's important to note that this record released at a rather rocky period for the band - coming after the slightly confused Big Thing and the underwhelming Liberty. Duran Duran's second self titled record finally has the band find a new sound for themselves - one that feels surprisingly fresh in the context of its ... read more
Hey I wonder where my profile name came from.
Anyway this song is genuinely so fucking beautiful. No words. I think this might be my favourite of theirs, from their whole discography.
During the rather lengthy duration of this LP, Cardi B doesn't particularly achieve much to warrant the existence of this project to begin with. It's dull, boring, and with a runtime that big feels like a slog to get through.
Not to mention, I found it particularly hard to separate the art from the artist here; considering this was made by an abuser, who still earns money from streams and album sales.
It's not super interesting in the second half, but, wow, is this project full of energy. Static-X's Wisconsin Death Trip is a phenomenal debut, and probably my favourite record of theirs! Just so loud and vibrant - love it.
It's not the worst. Probably some of Disturbed's best, really. About as bland as usual, though.
I feel this is exactly the type of album a deadbeat uncle would tell me is "cool and better than any of that pop trash that comes out nowadays".