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Heartworms - Glutton for Punishment (2025)

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"Glutton for Punishment" has been lauded for its riveting and raw gothic rock sound. Critics praise Orme's distinctive storytelling and evocative soundscapes, noting a significant evolution from her earlier work. The album delves into themes of personal struggle and historical reflection, with tracks like "Warplane" exemplifying this approach. The production, handled by Dan Carey, is described as meticulous, blending post-punk, goth, and industrial influences into a cohesive and dynamic listening experience. Overall, the album is considered an extraordinary debut that establishes Heartworms as a formidable presence in the contemporary music scene. nme.com diymag.com thelineofbestfit.com Genre : Gothic Rock Country : UK Final Verdict: 65% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 23th / 127 Highlight : Extraordinary Wings Made me think of: Siouxsie and the Banshees Joy Division PJ Harvey #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying...

The Cure - Songs Of A Lost World (2024)

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The Cureā€™s Songs of a Lost World is a deeply melancholic and introspective album, dealing with themes of mortality, loss, and environmental decay. Marking their first new music in 16 years, the album opens with the haunting ā€œAlone,ā€ where Robert Smith contemplates the end of life with lyrics that feel both personal and universal. Tracks like ā€œI Can Never Say Goodbyeā€ and ā€œAnd Nothing Is Foreverā€ reflect Smith's grief over personal losses, while ā€œWarsongā€ and ā€œDrone ā€ offer a socio-political edge, condemning humanity's pride and geopolitical turmoil. The sprawling closer ā€œEndsongā€ channels apocalyptic imagery, delivering an emotional highpoint that cements Songs of a Lost World as a late-career triumph for The Cureā€‹ Sputnikmusic   Ultimate Classic Rock   NME   Under the Radar Magazine   Clash Music . Genre : Gothic Rock Country : UK Final Verdict: 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 470th / 815 Highlight : Alone Made me think of: Joy Division Siouxsie and the Banshee...

Creeper - Sanguivore (2023)

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Genre : Gothic Rock Country : UK Final Verdict : 69% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 106th / 812 Highlight : Black Heaven Made me think of: Meat Loaf Ghost The Sisters of Mercy