The first weekend of November brings a real handful of good sound – and an utterly unnecessary song.
Friday, November 1 at 20:00
The Cure – «And Nothing is Forever»
16 years have passed since The Cure‘s last album, “4:13 Dream”. But as Robert Smith and his companions return with “Songs From a Lost World”, it feels in many ways like time has stood still – these eight songs showcase the group’s qualities in a grand and slow-flowing manner. The finest of them perhaps is “And Nothing is Forever”, where a powerful melody balances on a wistful meditation over death. This album will be good to warm up with while the leaves turn yellow and the crisp November air massages the lungs.
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The Weeknd & Anitta – «São Paulo»
The world’s second biggest male artist right now teams up with Brazilian singer Anitta on the single “Sao Paulo,” the third preview from the Canadian’s upcoming album “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” The result sounds immediately suitably fun, edgy, and chaotic, but The Weeknd sneaks in his more melodic tendencies along the way. Not bad, this, but check out the body horror-inspired video for the full experience.
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Fabiana Palladino – «Drunk»
This year’s most underrated album? It could very well be the self-titled debut album by British multi-instrumentalist Fabiana Palladino – an irresistible R&B affair that immediately disappeared in the crowd when it came out in April. Now she is back with more good sound. “Drunk” is unlikely to knock the world off balance, but for all fans of 80s marinaded soul pop with a relaxed pulse – yes, we exist – this is a welcome sign of life.
Shawn Mendes – «Heart of Gold»
There may be less boring artists in the world than Shawn Mendes, but they are certainly keeping a low profile. The Canadian balladeer is soon releasing his fifth album, creatively titled “Shawn.” “Heart of Gold” has nothing to do with Neil Young’s 1972 classic – fortunately, one might say. Here is a supposedly deep lyric about death (“I’m sorry that I wasn’t there/ To hug your mama at the funeral/ Brian said he broke down/ But he promised it was beautiful”) wrapped in a flat and uninspiring song we have heard thousands of times before.
Tyler, the Creator, Schoolboy Q & Santigold – «Thought I Was Dead»
Tyler, the Creator unusually released the album “Chromakopia” on Monday – a conscious choice to avoid the streaming maelstrom, according to the main character himself. It takes time to decipher this complex and multifaceted album, which feels somewhat darker and more introspective than the luxurious predecessor “Call Me If You Get Lost.” Tyler is still a joy to listen to – check out “Thought I Was Dead,” which kicks off the weekend in a delightful and breathless manner.
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Here’s a summary of the upcoming music releases mentioned in your text:
- The Weeknd & Anitta – “São Paulo”:
– This collaboration is featured as the third preview from The Weeknd’s upcoming album, Hurry Up Tomorrow. The track is described as fun, edgy, and chaotic, while incorporating The Weeknd’s melodic tendencies. The accompanying video is inspired by body horror.
- The Cure – “And Nothing is Forever”:
– After a 16-year hiatus, The Cure returns with their new album, Songs From a Lost World. The single “And Nothing is Forever” showcases their classic sound and features a profound melody touching on themes of mortality.
- Fabiana Palladino – “Drunk”:
– This song comes from Palladino’s self-titled debut album, which is noted for its R&B vibes. “Drunk” stands out as a significant track for fans of 80s-inspired soul pop.
- Shawn Mendes – “Heart of Gold”:
– From Mendes’ upcoming album Shawn, this song features deeply introspective lyrics surrounding themes of death, but is critiqued for being uninspiring and not particularly unique.
These songs provide a mix of upbeat and reflective themes, making November a promising month for music lovers.