I purchased Aqualung's debut album solely on the strength of 'Strange & Beautiful' after it was used on the VW Beetle ads. Having done so I was not disappointed with the rest of the album.
This album has on it some of the most lyrical and truly beautiful music I have ever heard, but it does ... Read review
Advantages: Truly beautiful music Disadvantages: Not good for a rainy day
I purchased Aqualung's debut album solely on the strength of 'Strange & Beautiful' after it was used on the VW Beetle ads. Having done so I was not disappointed with the rest of the album.
This album has on it some of the most lyrical and truly beautiful music I have ever heard, but it does come with a health warning. This is certainly not music to cheer yourself up with, but rather more appropriate for when you are feeling more reflective ... ...and lilting lyrics on 'Strange & Beautiful', 'Gentle' and 'If I Fall' are the music world's equivalent of a warm cup of hot chocolate, and are complemented well by Matt Hale's hauntingly vulnerable voice.
Nearer the end of the album, some of the tracks start to blend in to one another, with 'Nowhere' and 'Halfway to the Bottom' not really making any kind of impact on me, but still worth hanging on to the end for.
I purchased Aqualung's debut album solely on the strength of 'Strange & Beautiful' after it was used on the VW Beetle ads. Having done so I was not disappointed with the rest of the album.
This album has on it some of the most lyrical and truly beautiful music I have ever heard, but it does come with a health warning. This is certainly not music to cheer yourself up with, but rather more appropriate for when you are feeling more reflective (or if you're hungover).
The gentle piano and lilting lyrics on 'Strange & Beautiful', 'Gentle' and 'If I Fall' are the music world's equivalent of a warm cup of hot chocolate, and are complemented well by Matt Hale's hauntingly vulnerable voice.
Nearer the end of the album, some of the tracks start to blend in to one another, with 'Nowhere' and 'Halfway to the Bottom' not really making any kind of impact on me, but still worth hanging on to the end for.
I find the album art fascinating, a simple pencil sketch, but significant once you've heard the album - the subject seems lost and fragile as the songs suggest.
I think this would be a recommended buy for those who want to have something to chill out to and something to listen to while reading or something like that. Certainly this is not a CD to take to the gym or try to cheer yourself up with!
It also seems that this title has dropped in price in recent months, so at the moment it is well worth the money.
Advantages: An uplifting album full of relaxing songs and strong lyrics Disadvantages: Some songs seem similar to others
...other album has. The name aqualung was taken from a Jethro Tull album, but it is particularly suitable, it describes the album, as the album certainly contains an underwater quality. By listening to the brilliant lyrics of songs, such as, "Brighter than Sunshine," you can see how the song had so much airplay in the top 40 in the USA. Matt does most of the music by himself, producing the piano, beats and hauting vocals. He does, however, get some ... ...Oliver. When you hear the songs, they will echo round your head for weeks. After hearing the album i couldnt help whistling them to myself frequently. If you havent heard any of Aqualungs previous material. I would say it is similar to Elliott Smith. The spidery, haunting vocals are similar. I would strongly recommend purchasing this album as it is perfect to relax or even as background music. Also, the price shown is extremely good value for money. ...
Joshmann1211 08.12.2006
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This 2002 debut by ethereal and melodic U.K. pop band Aqualung includes "Strange & Beautiful (I'll Put A Spell On You)," "Falling Out Of Love," and "Gentle."
Titles on disc 1
1.
Strange And Beautiful (I'll Put A Spell On You)
2.
Falling Out Of Love
3.
Good Times Gonna Come
4.
If I Fall
5.
Just For A Moment
6.
Tongue Tied
7.
Can't Get You Out Of My Mind
8.
Everything Changed
9.
Gentle
10.
Nowhere
11.
Halfway To The Bottom
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