Music + Album reviews
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3 out of 5 stars.
Eminem: The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) review – guess who’s back, with less bite than ever
3 out of 5 stars.The return of the rapper’s nihilistic alter ego makes his 12th album feel like a confused, conflicted attempt to recreate his 00s success – his flow is perfect as ever, but he can no longer provoke true outrage -
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4 out of 5 stars.The group’s complete Beethoven quartet cycle – brought together now ins a single set – showcases their characteristically clear and elegant style
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4 out of 5 stars.No sound is left unturned as the soprano-composer-musician and friends range from Barbara Strozzi to Errollyn Wallen and Werner’s own work
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4 out of 5 stars.This hugely danceable reboot of the 1950s Cuban sound features slick solos and a Palo Mayombe priest on vocals
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4 out of 5 stars.
Janáček: The Excursions of Mr Brouček album review – eccentric opera has sparkle and muscle
4 out of 5 stars.Jaroslav Březina is characterful in the title role for this new studio recording, heading an excellent cast and orchestra who know this music inside out
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4 out of 5 stars.This three-movement album from pianist and shaman Nduduzo Makhathini’s trio combines blues, bop and folk song to transcendental effect
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Berwyn: Who Am I review – should be on the national curriculum
5 out of 5 stars.