Album Review
Diane Gentile Drops Her Masterpiece, ‘The Bad and the Beautiful’
Diane Gentile, the reigning queen of rock ‘n’ roll, has unveiled her latest album, ‘The Bad and the Beautiful.’ This sonic masterpiece is a testament to her musical prowess and deep roots in the city that never sleeps. With the lead single “Walk With Me,” featuring Alejandro Escovedo, Gentile beckons the listener to wander down the alleys of her metropolis, where they will discover tales of characters who dance on the edge of glory and despair.
‘The Bad and the Beautiful’ is a vibrant tapestry woven with Gentile’s diverse influences, from David Bowie to Lucinda Williams. This album breathes the energy of punk rock and the depth of classic literature with sharp wordplay, juicily woven narratives, and the unmistakable NYC rock ‘n’ roll flair. From introspective folk-rock gems like “Dance ’til Dawn” to gritty NYC rock anthems such as “Shimmy” and “Sugarcane,” this album is a celebration of life’s glorious tragedies.
To celebrate the album’s release, Gentile gifts us the music video for “Lace Up Your Sneakers,” featuring James Maddock, a pulsating disco-infused anthem that narrates the story of a carefree slacker meeting an untimely end. The hauntingly pristine vocals of Diane blend seamlessly with Maddock’s ethereal guitar, making this track a mesmerizing experience.
With a musical journey that’s seen her share stages with legends like Richard Lloyd and Lucinda Williams, Gentile’s artistry commands attention. Her single “Motorcycle” was hailed as the “Coolest Song in the World” by Little Steven’s Underground Garage Sirius XM channel.
Crafted in collaboration with producer Merle Chornuk at Atomic Sound Studios, ‘The Bad and the Beautiful’ features Diane’s formidable band of Gentle Men, delivering a powerful and dynamic sound that perfectly complements her introspective lyrics and captivating melodies.
As a native New Yorker, Diane Gentile’s roots run deep in the city’s vibrant musical landscape. This album is a testament to her journey from a musical upbringing in Flushing, Queens, to becoming a self-taught pianist and songwriter. Her passion and industry knowledge shines through in every note of this album.
‘The Bad and the Beautiful’ comprises 10 soul-stirring tracks, with 36 minutes and 21 seconds runtime. It is a sonic masterpiece that will captivate your senses and transport you to the heart of the city that inspired it. Diane Gentile’s ‘The Bad and the Beautiful’ is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates great music.
Album Review
Saint Escape sets the past on fire with latest release “Look At What You Made”
Saint Escape isn’t here to reconcile the past, they’re here to torch it. Now, with the release of their new single “Look At What You Made,” Saint Escape have unleashed a punishing, nu-metal-infused anthem that just sounds like an equal measure of reckoning and release. It is loud, confrontational, and honest, exactly what a purging rock record should be.
Produced and mixed by Joe Rickard, Starset, Three Days Grace, Breaking Benjamin, the track delivers a tight punch that fuses wild aggression and arena-sized power. “Look At What You Made” doesn’t stop. Rickard’s slick production redoubles Saint Escape’s raw edge rather than sanding it down, and the song takes on a huge, modern rock sound without losing its bite.
“Look At What You Made” is a primal response to toxic authority figures, the kind who kept order through fear, misinformation, and control, and knew where best to leave emotional scars. On “Look At What You Made,” the anger boiling beneath the surface becomes something purposeful, an anthem for anyone who’s been moulded by manipulation and left in its wake. The effect is communal shake-off, a determination not to be shaped by the past.
And lead vocalist Matt Cox provides a threatening, buffed clean vocal performance, of sorts as well, one that’s heavy with anger and determination. There is rage here, but also clarity, a sense that this is less about revenge than about reclaiming autonomy. As Cox puts it, the song is a purge, a reminder that the future belongs to those willing to to take it back. “Look At What You Made” is a testament to strength and newfound independence, it’s further evidence that Saint Escape are bleeding their past into something louder, stranger, and harder to ignore.
Album Review
Big O redefines artistic evolution with “When it’s Not Said, But Done” album
Big O’s “When it’s Not Said, But Done” is a whisper of transformation narrated through rhythm, texture, and space. Across its fifteen tracks, spanning just under forty-seven minutes, Big O sacrifices flash for feeling and ego for essence.
The production feels like an artist who has finally quit chasing something external and is instead listening inward. The flow of the album is methodical but organic, with each track leading into the other as if they were diary entries. On “Free Spirit,” Big O creates a soundscape that embodies freedom in action, with rhythms that propel you forward. It’s one of those rare songs that can be at once contemplative and propulsive, with a slow revelation. And also, “New Found Joy” is an anthem for rebirth.
Big O’s production vision here is sweeping and cinematic, but also intimate. The presence of live musicians gives an organic texture. Jeronimo G’s xylophone on track nine tolls like an intimate conversation, while IB Delight’s saxophone on track ten blows satisfying warmth and longing into the mix. These collaborative moments are the crucial parts of Big O’s unfolding language.
Every choice, from the minimal artwork by Andriyan Robby to the in-house mixing and mastering by Big O himself, is consistent with the album’s spirit of transformational thought. In “When it’s Not Said, But Done,” Big O has created a statement on silent courage. It is an album for those who know that, in reality, real change does not need to be shouted from the mountaintops, but only heard, felt, and lived.
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