A review of Art Bears' third and final studio album, the highly politically charged The World As It Is Today.
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Review: Michael Mantler – The Hapless Child And Other Inscrutable Stories (1976)
This review covers Michael Mantler’s dark avant-prog gem The Hapless Child and Other Incrutable Stories, based on Edward Gorey’s macabre tales. Mantler’s brilliant band features Jack DeJohnette, Terje Rypdal, and Robert Wyatt, among others.
Year by Year : Best Albums of 1976 – 11-20
Introducing the best albums of 1976, ranked 11–20. Featuring Henry Cow, David Bowie, Vangelis, Art Zoyd, and others.
Review: Henry Cow – Concerts (1976)
A review of Henry Cow’s first live album, Concerts. The album offers a brilliant overview of Henry Cow’s approach to music, ranging from complex compositions and interesting cover versions to challenging free improvisations.
Year by Year : Best Albums of 2025 – 1-10
Introducing the best albums of 2025. Featuring The Mars Volta, Steve Reich, Anna von Hausswolff, Echolyn and others.
Year by Year : Best Albums of 2025 – 11-25
Introducing the best albums of 2025, ranked 11-25. Featuring Darrifourcq Hermia Ceccaldi, Univers Zero, Yazz Ahmed, Radiohead, and others.
Review: Jack O’ The Clock – Repetitions Of The Old City II (2018)
Jack O' The Clock's seventh studio album Repetitions of the Old City II is reviewed.
Review: Aksak Maboul – Figures (2020)
A review of the double album Figures by Belgian avant-garde rockers Aksak Maboul, featuring the band's first new songs in 37 years.