Reviews by zmzamarripa

Scott 4Scott Walker

Rated 6/10

I like the orchestral and choral bits. Its produced VERY well. Its ok. This sounds like music in the transitions of Tarantino films. i would go 2.5 but its not an option. 2 would imply its not good so we are going with 3

DestroyerKISS

Rated 2/10

Once the childlike worship of the makeup wears off this music is terrible.

Im sure this will ruffle some feathers but here we go... Sounds very in the same vein as early REM, in fact if you told me this was REM with a different singer I would believe it. Also much like early REM this is incredibly overrated. 1 decent tune out of a sea of 20 so so songs doesnt make for a must listen. Jesus, there were 20 songs on this. Granted they are very short songs, thankfully.

Quiet LifeJapan

Rated 6/10

If I were to throw an 80s themed party this would definitely make the list as nice synthy forgettable background music for when the motorcycle gang inexplicably shows up and ruin the party.

I wish half stars were possible, this is as 2.5 as it gets. We are going with 3 because 2 would imply its bad.

Its clear why this group and this album are considered groundbreakers in the alternative genre. This music is fun, heartbreaking, silly and morose all at any given moment and there are truly gifted, skilled musicians in this group and some interesting song writing ideas and thought provoking lyrics.

And then there is Perry Farrell's voice. Sheesh. It reminds me of why I only put this on when I want to stroll down memory lane or listen to the instruments while hoping there is a vocal-less mix out there that will drop someday.

Beautiful Freakeels

Rated 2/10

I should like this, it sounds so 90's. Unfortunately its the worst parts of the era with horrible vocals.