1990s
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Ruth Ruth – “Laughing Gallery” review
Final verdict: 8/10 ★★★★☆ It must’ve been July 2023 when I found this CD in the bargain bin of a hole-in-the-wall second-hand record store (that has since been closed down, RIP). This very amusing cover art caught my eye, and so I took the album home (having paid for it, obviously – I am by… Read more
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They Might Be Giants – “John Henry” review
Final verdict: 8/10 ★★★★☆ At first I was afraid, I was petrified. Although by the time I got to this album, I’d been only barely familiar with the majestic world of They Might Be Giants, I felt well acquainted with the concept of John, John, and a drum machine, as well as the rinky-dink sound… Read more
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Namie Amuro – “Sweet 19 Blues” review
Final verdict: 2/10 ★☆☆☆☆ Backed by a series of infectious singles (such as “Body Feels Exit” and “Chase the Chance”, though the rest are pretty good too), you’d assume this album would be amazing, life-changing even. Except it’s not. In fact, it’s not even mediocre – this is downright terrible. “Sweet 19 Blues” is 19… Read more
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Every Little Thing – “Time to Destination” review
Final verdict: 10/10 ★★★★★ One thing Every Little Thing always did throughout their entire run was deliver good music, consistently. While their discography did have its ups and downs – as is natural for a group that’s been active for almost 30 years – none of it is bad, and therefore it can’t be said that… Read more
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