That's fair! For me, a 5 doesn't need to be ground-breaking, just thoroughly enjoyable, top-to-bottom. I do agree that there's some projects that're more creative with the production (see JPEGMAFIA's production on LP!) and that, lyrically, deal with some issues that are more poignant or that are explored more thoroughly (see Kendrick on basically everything).
But, for me, if I really like the way it sounds it's a 5!!! I STAND BY MY RATING!!!! hahaha
Thank you for your thoughts :D
cross-posted from: https://lemm.ee/post/11607458 *** Brilliant lyricism with better production.
This album is, simply put, incredible. Earl didn't disappoint on any level, his bars are emotional and packed full of meaning. He really is a word-smith. Topics of depression, loneliness, colonialism, and reflections on culture. And he manages to do all this with his signature flows and delivery; I think there's nobody out there right now that sounds quite like Earl Sweatshirt. He's unique, and that's fantastic.
That being said, the production is just on another level. The Alchemist might be the greatest producer right now. If you don't believe that, I beg you to check out this record, because he really knocked it out of the park. He did a bit of everything, more rhythmic beats, more melody, but all of them with incredible, soulful samples.
This album has 2 versions, the original and the streaming version, which have 3 different tracks. Both are very good, but the original version is a bit better. my brother, the wind is way better than Mancala.
Overall, this is a fantastic project that you should definitely check out, if you haven't yet. The lyricism just blows damn near every other album released this year out of the water, and the production is on another plane entirely. What's there not to love? But hey,
what do you think? *** Best song: Vin Skully Worst song: Mancala Rating: 5/5
just use a throwaway private email?
Nice, GJ Phillies! Did Harper play? I know basically nothing about baseball.
I love podcasts and Google's app is the only way I listen to Podcasts. I don't think it'd make a difference for me, as a user, to use Google Music (which I already use anyway for my music streaming), as long as it has RSS feeds.
Oh I'm Azorean so maybe that's why I didn't think of that... We're not inbred!!!!
Portuguese here. I don't think we have that at all. I guess rural areas in general get that wrap a little bit but not really.
Ok what's up with this one? It's like the 3rd Beef Stroganoff meme I've seen today.
Good things about Poland:
Bad things about Poland: The Polish
Point proven.
Well, there are plenty of awesome things that can happen and do exist.
First of all, cryptids might actually exist. Maybe not the most famous ones that have been searched for for decades, but what about all the other cryptids that pop up once in a while? It's exceedingly unlikely they exist, sure, but is a huge moth that kinda resembles a person in bad lighting somewhere really impossible? Mayhap.
But the rest, I think explaining things is great! Why do you think ghosts and demons are cool? Personally, I think human psychology is very cool, and science is cool. Explaining ghosts and demons with carbon monoxide poisoning is cool, in my opinion... Even ghosts, if they were real, might have a scientific explanation. We'd certainly look for one!
Maybe what you're saying is that you wish things that we just couldn't explain existed? But the reality is that there have always been, and there will always be things that we cannot know and cannot explain yet. It used to be ghosts, cryptids, and demons, now it's some quantum stuff I think, and black holes or whatever. Maybe you should just look at the things we don't understand yet, and you'll find there's plenty of wonder and creepiness and weird implications and possibilities. IDK, just saying.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/4326326 *** This is a pretty cool movie.
The plot is very interesting, and there's tons of tension! Definitely keeps you on your toes as the pressure mounts for the main characters, especially in the undercover scenes. There wasn't really a point where I thought anything in the main storyline didn't make sense; the motivations of the characters are as clear as they should be, and the emotional weight of the story is perfectly translated every time. The immense stress that they're under is very compelling, and the inner struggle of the characters is fantastically depicted.
That being said, I thought some of the side characters and side plots were superfluous, not developed enough, or just straight up didn't make sense. Inspector Lau's fiancรฉ's novel is a bit on the nose, and Yan's relationship with his psychiatrist came out of nowhere.
The acting was pretty good, especially for the two main characters and their respective handles. Some side characters were also pretty cool, I really loved Chapman To in particular.
The cinematography had some highs for sure, but also some lows. There were some shot transitions that looked like someone just pulled up WMM.
Overall, it's a cool film. I decided to watch it because it's highly rated and from Hong Kong. I'd previously watched Chungking Express and In the Mood for Love and absolutely loved them, but Infernal Affairs simply doesn't compare. It's OK, and definitely worth a watch, but it didn't blow me away.
What do you think? *** Rating: 3/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/4326326 *** This is a pretty cool movie.
The plot is very interesting, and there's tons of tension! Definitely keeps you on your toes as the pressure mounts for the main characters, especially in the undercover scenes. There wasn't really a point where I thought anything in the main storyline didn't make sense; the motivations of the characters are as clear as they should be, and the emotional weight of the story is perfectly translated every time. The immense stress that they're under is very compelling, and the inner struggle of the characters is fantastically depicted.
That being said, I thought some of the side characters and side plots were superfluous, not developed enough, or just straight up didn't make sense. Inspector Lau's fiancรฉ's novel is a bit on the nose, and Yan's relationship with his psychiatrist came out of nowhere.
The acting was pretty good, especially for the two main characters and their respective handles. Some side characters were also pretty cool, I really loved Chapman To in particular.
The cinematography had some highs for sure, but also some lows. There were some shot transitions that looked like someone just pulled up WMM.
Overall, it's a cool film. I decided to watch it because it's highly rated and from Hong Kong. I'd previously watched Chungking Express and In the Mood for Love and absolutely loved them, but Infernal Affairs simply doesn't compare. It's OK, and definitely worth a watch, but it didn't blow me away.
What do you think? *** Rating: 3/5
Do they? Well most people dislike dentists because it's very uncomfortable to have someone messing about in your mouth, and many things dentists do (cleanings, some surgeries) hurt or leave you uncomfortable for a long time after, and most people think of it as mostly aesthetic. Compared to say, a surgeon that might be similar but is saving your life, or a family medicine doc that at most puts a piece of wood on your tongue.
Also, dentists go to dentist school, not med school (in most countries at least). Dent is easier to get into, and is usually a shorter time to get your degree. Some people think this devalues dentistry, and say dentists aren't as good as "regular" doctors because of that. It's not valid, dentists are very good at what they do, so don't stress it.
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/2586788 *** Good music.
This is a nice project. I really like the vocals, Cody's more masculine voice and Juli's very feminine tone mix perfectly, and their harmonies are divine. That being said, individually they're both pretty good singers, though Juli is quite a bit better than Cody. The rhythms are pretty cool too, they mostly sing in a very "traditional" way, very melodic, but they also go for weirder rhythms once in a while, like in the song Muriel's Big Day Off, which I thought was cool. Regardless, they always sing their hearts out.
The lyrics are also pretty interesting. The songs strike me as rather spiritual in nature, even when they don't mention religion or spirituality. They're pretty abstract, which I think is pretty nice and matches well with the ethereal vocals. Some songs tackle themes of hope, continuing despite things not going your way, loneliness... It feels nice to listen to this, at least on that level.
The instrumentals are where this album falls short. There's some passages where they go for something a bit different and it goes great, but there's just a lot of strumming guitars and muted drums basically all the time. It stars to feel like a background hum, and it just gets annoying. I guess it has a sort of lo-fi charm to it? I don't know.
Overall, I think it's a nice album with great vocals, interesting lyrics, and lots of emotion.
What do you think? *** Best song: The Great American Picnic Worst song: Oklahoma Nova Scotia Rating: 3/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/2586788 *** Good music.
This is a nice project. I really like the vocals, Cody's more masculine voice and Juli's very feminine tone mix perfectly, and their harmonies are divine. That being said, individually they're both pretty good singers, though Juli is quite a bit better than Cody. The rhythms are pretty cool too, they mostly sing in a very "traditional" way, very melodic, but they also go for weirder rhythms once in a while, like in the song Muriel's Big Day Off, which I thought was cool. Regardless, they always sing their hearts out.
The lyrics are also pretty interesting. The songs strike me as rather spiritual in nature, even when they don't mention religion or spirituality. They're pretty abstract, which I think is pretty nice and matches well with the ethereal vocals. Some songs tackle themes of hope, continuing despite things not going your way, loneliness... It feels nice to listen to this, at least on that level.
The instrumentals are where this album falls short. There's some passages where they go for something a bit different and it goes great, but there's just a lot of strumming guitars and muted drums basically all the time. It stars to feel like a background hum, and it just gets annoying. I guess it has a sort of lo-fi charm to it? I don't know.
Overall, I think it's a nice album with great vocals, interesting lyrics, and lots of emotion.
What do you think? *** Best song: The Great American Picnic Worst song: Oklahoma Nova Scotia Rating: 3/5
I don't know how many of you are familiar with this audio drama called The Magnus Archives (often abbreviated as MAG).
Not to get into spoiler territory, but the basic plot of MAG is that there's a set of evil entities, one of which is called The Eye. The Eye is the manifestation of the fear of being watched, exposed, followed, of having secrets known, but also the drive to know and understand, even if your discoveries might destroy you.
SOUND FAMILIAR?!?!?
Oh, you're not convinced? Ok. Entities have avatars, which are basically people who have a deep connection with the entities, and often embody what the entities represent. Who are the avatars of The Eye? Oh, just
THE ARCHIVIST!!!!!
Yes, The Archivist is a notable avatar of The Eye, whose function is to record statements from people. Shiorin is the archiver, which I suppose is lEgaLlY DisTinCT. Just a coincidence, right?
Except The Eye has another avatar... Wanna know what that one's all about?
From the wiki: > [This avatar is] an avatar of the Eye with the ability to view any events or thoughts at will, as well as the ability to place information into other peoples' minds. By placing his eyes into the head of someone else, he takes control of their body, ensuring that he is always the 'heart of the institute'.
Did you read that right? By placing his eyes into the head of someone else, he takes control of their body. And what is Shiorin's most notable feature? Oh, just HER EYES. Pic related.
Oh but there's more. Here's some things associated with The Eye and being its avatar:
- Insomnia
- Hearing voices and being generally insane
- Having different voices
- Obsession with seeing things you shouldn't see
Shiorin has stated she suffers from insomnia, also that people don't think her voice is real (has different and unnatural voices), she's clearly insane (I don't think I have to justify this), and she likes the microscope (seeing things that are too small to see normally) and has requested to see our cells and biology. This is CLEAR AND OBVIOUS avatar of The Eye behaviour. ***
In conclusion
Shiori Novella is the embodiment of The Eye, and must be contained at all costs. She is manipulative, extremely dangerous, and her continued existence is likely to lead to the end of the world. It is my personal belief that the only way to stop her and her evil objectives is to subscribe to her channel and support her VTuber activities (action to the contrary may enrage her and result in our doom).
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/2350702 *** Insane and interesting production!!
The production really is the crowning jewel of this project. There's quite a bit of variety; some are very melodic, some get pretty loud and distorted. There's a lot of different sounds used in the beats too, reminiscent of those singer-songwriter songs, bedroom pop. There's some very nice vocal chops spliced in, there really is a bit of everything, and it's really nice.
The rapping and singing is great as well. Beenzino himself can pull off some nice flows, but I don't really like most of the features. I must admit that I do not know Korean (I just translated the lyrics), so maybe it's actually really awkward, but it sounds good at least. Maybe a bit too much ad-libbing going on though. Still, he sounds very good on every track.
The lyrics are interesting too. The whole album just has this odd melancholic vibe to it. Beenzino talks about desperation, how boring he thinks his life is, and about making it big. He reflects on his past mistakes, particularly at the end of the album when he talks about his addiction and getting a second chance to do things right. There's also a lot about the overwhelming anxiety that comes with trying to make it in the industry, and the pressure that comes with the prospect of failing.
Overall, I'd say this is a nice album, definitely worth checking out. Still, there's a lot that doesn't quite work.
What do you think? *** Best song: In Bed/Makgulli Worst song: Change Rating: 3/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/2350702 *** Insane and interesting production!!
The production really is the crowning jewel of this project. There's quite a bit of variety; some are very melodic, some get pretty loud and distorted. There's a lot of different sounds used in the beats too, reminiscent of those singer-songwriter songs, bedroom pop. There's some very nice vocal chops spliced in, there really is a bit of everything, and it's really nice.
The rapping and singing is great as well. Beenzino himself can pull off some nice flows, but I don't really like most of the features. I must admit that I do not know Korean (I just translated the lyrics), so maybe it's actually really awkward, but it sounds good at least. Maybe a bit too much ad-libbing going on though. Still, he sounds very good on every track.
The lyrics are interesting too. The whole album just has this odd melancholic vibe to it. Beenzino talks about desperation, how boring he thinks his life is, and about making it big. He reflects on his past mistakes, particularly at the end of the album when he talks about his addiction and getting a second chance to do things right. There's also a lot about the overwhelming anxiety that comes with trying to make it in the industry, and the pressure that comes with the prospect of failing.
Overall, I'd say this is a nice album, definitely worth checking out. Still, there's a lot that doesn't quite work.
What do you think? *** Best song: In Bed/Makgulli Worst song: Change Rating: 3/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/2195729 *** Iconic for good reason!
It's a bit of an old-school style, which makes sense considering it's a 29 year old project, but I wouldn't even say it sounds particularly dated.
The production is simply put: ICONIC! Very melodic, heavy on keys, and tons of vocal samples as well. Very chill. It's just very pleasant and easy-to-stomach, which actually really contrasts with more recent hip-hop, which can get pretty industrial and loud with it's production. Not Illmatic. I think it's what they call boom bap, but I'm not particularly knowledgeable about genres/styles.
The rapping is also immaculate, of course, it's Nasty Nas after all. He's very technically proficient and pulls out a few different flows, though I must say he goes for a very 1994 style every time. The lyrics don't fall behind either. Plenty of fun and sharp similes every verse; notable exception being the one about being bisexual.
The message is great too. A lot of love for New York and talking about living and growing up in New York, a lot of bragging and talking about his success. He talks of his struggles, but also finds time to brag about his abilities and success.
One thing I will say is that the chorus are usually not very good. They're not horrible or anything, just not as good as everything else.
What do you think? *** Best song: N.Y. State of Mind Worst song: One Love Rating: 4/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/2195729 *** Iconic for good reason!
It's a bit of an old-school style, which makes sense considering it's a 29 year old project, but I wouldn't even say it sounds particularly dated.
The production is simply put: ICONIC! Very melodic, heavy on keys, and tons of vocal samples as well. Very chill. It's just very pleasant and easy-to-stomach, which actually really contrasts with more recent hip-hop, which can get pretty industrial and loud with it's production. Not Illmatic. I think it's what they call boom bap, but I'm not particularly knowledgeable about genres/styles.
The rapping is also immaculate, of course, it's Nasty Nas after all. He's very technically proficient and pulls out a few different flows, though I must say he goes for a very 1994 style every time. The lyrics don't fall behind either. Plenty of fun and sharp similes every verse; notable exception being the one about being bisexual.
The message is great too. A lot of love for New York and talking about living and growing up in New York, a lot of bragging and talking about his success. He talks of his struggles, but also finds time to brag about his abilities and success.
One thing I will say is that the chorus are usually not very good. They're not horrible or anything, just not as good as everything else.
What do you think? *** Best song: N.Y. State of Mind Worst song: One Love Rating: 4/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1994067 *** Visually stunning and a brilliant cast!
The visuals are by far the most striking aspect of this movie. They're absolutely brilliant! I'm sure the black and white color-scheme and the odd aspect ratio play into this, but it's more than that; it's incredible cinematography, and it really helps tell the story and explore the intense emotions of the characters.
More than that, the acting is incredible, especially Frances McDormand, she really blew me away, though Denzel Washington was also fantastic. And Kathryn Hunter as the three witches was absolutely ridiculous, especially that scene where she continuously contorts her body... It really freaked me out, I loved it!
I thought the plot was great, but the pacing was a bit odd. The series of events, and the escalation of the situation felt somewhat rushed and disconnected. I've never read the original play, so I can't say if this is just how Macbeth is or if it's the movie.
What do you think? *** Rating: 4/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1994067 *** Visually stunning and a brilliant cast!
The visuals are by far the most striking aspect of this movie. They're absolutely brilliant! I'm sure the black and white color-scheme and the odd aspect ratio play into this, but it's more than that; it's incredible cinematography, and it really helps tell the story and explore the intense emotions of the characters.
More than that, the acting is incredible, especially Frances McDormand, she really blew me away, though Denzel Washington was also fantastic. And Kathryn Hunter as the three witches was absolutely ridiculous, especially that scene where she continuously contorts her body... It really freaked me out, I loved it!
I thought the plot was great, but the pacing was a bit odd. The series of events, and the escalation of the situation felt somewhat rushed and disconnected. I've never read the original play, so I can't say if this is just how Macbeth is or if it's the movie.
What do you think? *** Rating: 4/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1994067 *** Visually stunning and a brilliant cast!
The visuals are by far the most striking aspect of this movie. They're absolutely brilliant! I'm sure the black and white color-scheme and the odd aspect ratio play into this, but it's more than that; it's incredible cinematography, and it really helps tell the story and explore the intense emotions of the characters.
More than that, the acting is incredible, especially Frances McDormand, she really blew me away, though Denzel Washington was also fantastic. And Kathryn Hunter as the three witches was absolutely ridiculous, especially that scene where she continuously contorts her body... It really freaked me out, I loved it!
I thought the plot was great, but the pacing was a bit odd. The series of events, and the escalation of the situation felt somewhat rushed and disconnected. I've never read the original play, so I can't say if this is just how Macbeth is or if it's the movie.
What do you think? *** Rating: 4/5
![BENEATH THE TOXIC JUNGLE [full album]](https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/79200ded-075f-4a30-bf20-6f46e7d80c27.jpeg?format=webp&thumbnail=256)
Every time I listen to BENEATH THE TOXIC JUNGLE by Rav I wish I would listen to it more often... If you haven't yet, give it a listen!
I saw Rav released a new album just 4 months ago actually, so I'm gonna give that a try as well\~
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1894549 *** Great punk.
This didn't blow me away, but it's certainly good music.
It's intense, with lots of guitars and charismatic vocals. The lyrics also have lots of personality. Some songs have a more introspective tone, while others take more of a critical look at the world and at people, like in the song Big Dick.
Overall, I think this is a rather poignant project, because it's 34 years old and so much of what is criticized in the songs is still very much alive. Some has even gotten worse, like the mass surveillance depicted in The Tower.
>I got tired of waiting because I found out there's only a very very fine line between biding one's time and wasting one's time. Do you know what I mean?
This album is about how fucked things are, the lies everywhere, the injustice that festers everywhere. More than that, it's about patience running out, time running out, and disillusion. It's very emotional, and I like it.
What do you think? *** Best song: Tired of Waiting Worst song: The End of All Things Rating: 4/5
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1894549 *** Great punk.
This didn't blow me away, but it's certainly good music.
It's intense, with lots of guitars and charismatic vocals. The lyrics also have lots of personality. Some songs have a more introspective tone, while others take more of a critical look at the world and at people, like in the song Big Dick.
Overall, I think this is a rather poignant project, because it's 34 years old and so much of what is criticized in the songs is still very much alive. Some has even gotten worse, like the mass surveillance depicted in The Tower.
>I got tired of waiting because I found out there's only a very very fine line between biding one's time and wasting one's time. Do you know what I mean?
This album is about how fucked things are, the lies everywhere, the injustice that festers everywhere. More than that, it's about patience running out, time running out, and disillusion. It's very emotional, and I like it.
What do you think? *** Best song: Tired of Waiting Worst song: The End of All Things Rating: 4/5
I'm reading Kimi wa Houkago Insomnia (Insomniacs After School), and it's so good!
It got an Anime this season too. Have you guys given it a shot? What do you think?
The post preview isn't working (for me)!
It just gets all greyed out. Anyone experiencing this as well?
Pic related.
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