album reviews

Reviews of albums old and new from iconic artists and up and coming musicians alike.

Review: Avantasia - Moonglow (2019)
Artist: Avantasia Album: Moonglow Genre: Symphonic Power Metal Released: February 2019 Album length: 70:43/12 tracks (inc. bonus track)
By Victoria (@fodmapfeasts)5 years ago in Beat
Review: Tremonti - Dust (2016)
Artist: Tremonti Album: Dust Genre: Speed/Alternative Metal Released: April 2016 Album length: 43:23/10 tracks Background:
By Victoria (@fodmapfeasts)5 years ago in Beat
Ariana Grande's Positions Album Track-by-Track Review
K-Pop sensation Blackpink is not the only people saving 2020 with the release of their new album in October. Ariana Grande also blessed her fans and the rest of the world with new music at the end of last month. Grande first released her single "Positions" on October 23, 2020, on all streaming platforms, including YouTube, where she uploaded the music video. (Don't even get me started on the Easter eggs in that video that shows a wide variety of representation and so forth). Fans of Ariana were so obsessed with the song that they even started a trend on Tik Tok that was similar to the music video where Ariana appears to be in the kitchen in one take and then in another setting as the camera shifts its position (no, pun intended) by rotation. I have to give it to Gen Z and even Millenials for putting so much work and creativity into their videos. Two words: chef's kiss.
By Mi World5 years ago in Beat
My Favourite Album is "Infidels", But...
My favourite Bob Dylan album is “Infidels” (1983), and I will not lie to you it is mainly because of that rolling drum beat we hear at the beginning of “Jokerman” and “I and I”. I love that beat so much, it just makes me feel so relaxed - very easy listening compared to the loud as hell brilliance of “Highway 61 Revisited”. Now, am I angry that “Blind Willie McTell” did not make it on to “Infidels” (1983)? No. No I am not. I do not think that the song itself really fits well with the sound that Bob Dylan was trying to go for on “Infidels” and honestly, I think that is why he left it off. He had no malicious intent to double cross his fans, I think he was actually leaving it off because it just did not match the sound of the rest of the album.
By Annie Kapur5 years ago in Beat
Deep Listening. An Introduction.
What Deep Listening Is | The theory & an intro to the practice from LA Times Writer Randall Roberts. I differentiate to hear and to listen. To hear is the physical means that enables perception. To listen is to give attention to what is perceived both acoustically and psychologically.
By Ashley C. Jones5 years ago in Beat
Mino - 'TAKE' Album Review
If XX was a bold, reasonably solid first attempt at entering the solo arena for Song Mino, then TAKE is a natural, but nonetheless exhilarating progression. Bolder, grander and more sonically expansive, the WINNER member's sophomore full-length effort is streets ahead of its predecessor, and breaks free of any typical pop formulae.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Review: Red Sun Rising - Polyester Zeal (2015)
Artist: Red Sun Rising Album: Polyester Zeal Genre: Hard Rock/Post-Grunge Released: August 2015 Album length: 42:45 - 11 tracks
By Victoria (@fodmapfeasts)5 years ago in Beat
Labyrinth Voices
I’ve been a fan of Ill Melley for about five years now. I’ve witnessed his growth from a couple of mixtapes to producing for other artists and putting out singles on a consistent level. He has been working with another producer who goes by the name of Sorrow Beats on weekly singles and now a beattape. I’ve been waiting for this event for probably a month or so and now it is finally on different streaming services. Behold, Labyrinth Voices.
By Bramekiz5 years ago in Beat
TXT’s Blue Hour Review
A few months after ETERNITY’s release, TXT is already back and blessing us with their latest EP. Blue Hour is another short one at five songs long, but it seems this format works very well for them. The small selection of songs always pack a punch, and Blue Hour is no different. Overall, I’d say this album feels a lot lighter and refreshing than ETERNITY. It’s more upbeat, and I think we could all use some upbeat music right about now. Let’s dive in, shall we?
By Sam5 years ago in Beat
Dissecting the Debut Album by Smart Objects
Purveyors of fine music, have you been yearning for an album that will not only quench your insatiable thirst for new music, but will also satisfy your ears, mind and soul? Then look no further than the genius debut by Nashville rock band, Smart Objects.
By Eric Allen5 years ago in Beat
Blackpink's "The Album" Track-by-Track Review
If you've heard songs like "How You Like That" and "Ice Cream" on Tik Tok, Instagram, or on Television, you'll probably want to check out the beautiful voices behind the music, who called themselves Blackpink.
By Mi World5 years ago in Beat
"Living in the City" - New Album by Big Harp George
Chromatic blues harp virtuoso, Big Harp George, takes a giant leap forward with the release of his fourth album, Living in the City (Blues Mountain Records). Recorded at Greaseland Studios and expertly produced by Chris Burns, this album is a self-portrait of a mature artist demonstrating prodigious skills as a musician, singer, songwriter, and bandleader — and enjoying the hell out of himself in the process!
By Richard L. Boyer5 years ago in Beat