Review: Carlos NiNo & Friends' Placenta is a deeply conceptual and collaborative album, marking the fourth collection of their imaginative music released on International Anthem in recent years. Inspired by NiNo's experience of becoming a father again, the album is dedicated to the spirit of family, birth, and the experience of bringing new life into the world. Each track is a sonic exploration, from the soulful 'Love to all Doulas!' to the ethereal 'Moonlight Watsu in Dub.' NiNo's refusal to confine himself to genres is evident in the diverse sounds and textures woven throughout the album, reflecting his belief that friendships drive the greatest creative collaborations. With contributions from an impressive list of collaborators, Placenta is a prime example to the power of community and the boundless possibilities of musical experimentation. It's a heartfelt and visionary work that invites listeners on a transformative journey of sound and emotion.
Slap That Bass/Get Happy/What The World Needs Is Love (3:08)
For Once In My Life (2:51)
If My Friends Could See Me Now (3:05)
Folie A Deux (1:38)
Bewitched (2:58)
That's Entertainment (1:41)
When You're Smiling (The Whole World Smiles With You) (1:42)
To Love Somebody (1:52)
(They Long To Be) Close To You (2:38)
The Joker (3:10)
Gonna Build A Mountain (3:43)
I've Got The World On A String (2:03)
If You Go Away (3:08)
Gonna Build A Mountain (reprise) (2:57)
That's Life (2:03)
True Love Will Find You In The End (2:03)
Review: One of the most startling aspects of Todd Philips' Joker sequel - aside from the creepy, claustrophobic, horror-leaning moodiness of Hildur Guonadottir's original score - was the director's decision to get its lead character to belt out cover versions of well-known songs, jukebox musical style. It's that aspect of the film's soundtrack that's showcased on this release, rather than Guonadottir's incredible score. Joaquim Phoenix and Lady Gaga, then, are the undoubted stars of the show, belting out - individually or collectively - such familiar favourites as 'That's Entertainment', 'That's Life', 'When You're Smiling (The World Smiles With You)' and 'To Love Somebody'.
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