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Amelia [ CD / Album ]

Amelia

SKU: CD99511 Barcode: 0075597904765
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  • Released Date: 30 Aug 2024

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Laurie Anderson’s latest offering, “Amelia”, is a mind-bending journey through the sonic landscape of an avant-garde genius. From the opening track, “O Superman”, Anderson weaves a tapestry of electronic sounds and spoken word poetry that is as mesmerizing as it is baffling. The album is a testament to Anderson’s ability to blend the surreal with the mundane, creating a unique listening experience that is unlike anything else in the music industry today. Tracks like “Sharkey’s Day” and “Gravity’s Angel” showcase Anderson’s mastery of sound manipulation, as she effortlessly combines traditional instruments with digital effects to create a truly otherworldly vibe. But it’s not all experimentation and abstraction on “Amelia”. Anderson also brings a sense of vulnerability and introspection to tracks like “Kokoku” and “Blue Lagoon”, showing a softer side to her artistry that is both surprising and moving. Overall, “Amelia” is a triumph for Laurie Anderson, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the world of experimental music. With its eclectic mix of sounds and emotions, this album is a must-listen for anyone who dares to push the boundaries of their musical tastes. Unpredictable, inventive, and utterly captivating, “Amelia” is a true masterpiece from a true musical maverick.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. To Circle the World
2. I See Something Shining
3. Takeoff
4. Aloft
5. San Juan
6. Brazil
7. Crossing the Equator
8. The Badlands
9. Waves of Sand
10. The Letter
11. India and On Down to Australia
12. This Modern World
13. Flying at Night
14. The Word for Woman
15. Road to Mandalay
16. Broken Chronometers
17. Nothing But Silt
18. The Wrong Way
19. Fly Into the Sun
20. Howland Island
21. Radio
22. Lucky Dime

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