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Van Morrison [ CD / Album ]

Van Morrison

SKU: CD99395 Barcode: 4262428981873
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  • Released Date: 09 Aug 2024

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Van Morrison, the wily old fox of Irish folk-rock, is back with his latest self-titled album, and it's like a pint of Guinness on a rainy day - warm, comforting, and guaranteed to make you feel a bit better about life. From the opening track, "Astral Weeks," Morrison's distinctive vocals soar and swoop like a tipsy seagull, taking us on a journey through his poetic and soulful lyrics. The instrumentation is lush and expansive, with jazzy brass and tinkling pianos creating a rich tapestry of sound that evokes a smoky club in 1960s Dublin. But it's not all nostalgia and melancholy. Tracks like "Moondance" and "Brown Eyed Girl" inject a dose of toe-tapping energy, with catchy hooks and infectious melodies that will have you dancing around your living room like a lovestruck leprechaun. There are moments of introspection too, such as on the haunting ballad "Sweet Thing," where Morrison's gravelly voice takes on a tender, vulnerable quality that's both heartbreaking and uplifting. Overall, Van Morrison's latest offering is a masterclass in songwriting and storytelling, a reminder of why he's been a stalwart of the music industry for over five decades. So pour yourself a glass of whiskey, put on your best tweed jacket, and let the music of Van Morrison transport you to a world where the craic is always mighty. Sláinte!

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