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These irascible characters get away from Shriver - or rather, they veer too close to one another; their anger may be justifiable, but their voices start to blend. All except Shep, who stands in for what all of us have faced or will face. He views Glynis' artistic life as an indulgence he has underwritten and doesn't think she stands a chance against her illness, but what is he going to do - stop subsidizing her will to survive? Health care in the 21st century is cruel territory, and sometimes, as Shep points out to Glynis' doctor, a positive attitude...
Indeed, the line between lyrics and music is blurred throughout “Plastic Beach.” In their departure from rap and its focus on language, in search of a new, more sonic form of musical expression, Gorillaz have made their music and lyrics blend to form what is often no more than raw sound. An appropriate decision—after all, what could speak the language of plastics and machines better than pure noise...
...yelling “When the café doors exploded / I reacted to, reacted to you,” this track is an imperative statement. Coming from TL/Rx, its forcefulness is expected, but so is everything else—the song is unsurprising and ordinary. As flawless a blend as Leo’s falsetto, a tight drum line, and a melodic guitar solo can be, there’s no particular charm in stating the obvious. About as Ted Leo as Ted Leo can get, “The Mighty Sparrow” is an introduction indicative...
Review: Perhaps not the healthiest dessert there is (apples, anyone?), but the chocolate-drizzled oranges and icy sweet fro yo create a heavenly blend of deliciousness. At least you get your daily intake of vitamin C. (Just don’t go back for seconds...
...Dear God, I Hate Myself,” the new album by Xiu Xiu, refuses to be classified. Just like the group’s previous albums, their seventh release is influenced by everything from noise to indie rock, but manages to blend these sounds in a unique way. Though “Dear God, I Hate Myself” can be difficult to listen to, the innovation and power of the album is undeniable...