Chris demonstrates a vast range of talents in his latest album, while Made in Dublin showcases the exceptional abilities of Christy Dignam. Jarvis Cocker, who recently performed in Dublin with a reformed Pulp, has shared his thoughts on the perfect length of a record. In an interview with the New York Times, he stated that a vinyl album is the ultimate format for enjoying music and that a side of a record, around 18 to 20 minutes, is the perfect duration. He believes that a CD, with 15 or 16 songs, is too lengthy and can consume a significant portion of the day.
Many music enthusiasts tend to agree with Cocker’s sentiment. A runtime of approximately forty minutes feels ideal, although there are exceptional albums that wrap up in under half an hour, such as Nashville Skyline, Pink Moon, and Ramones. The introduction of compact discs forty years ago expanded the total duration of albums beyond what people were accustomed to in the vinyl era. However, in the age of streaming, album lengths have increased even further. It is surprising to discover that Christine and the Queens’ new album, Paranoïa, Angels, True Love, spans a hefty one hour and thirty-seven minutes.
Paranoïa, Angels, True Love follows the French star’s disappointing and disjointed third album, Redcar les Adorables Étoiles (Prologue), by a mere seven months. This twenty-track collection features many stunning songs, but it could benefit from some judicious editing. It is perhaps best enjoyed in thirty-minute segments. Notably, the streamed version presents the tracks in three sets of seven and one set of six, creating the illusion of a triple album.
The songs on the album are deeply infused with grief and the traumatic aftermath of Chris’s mother’s passing in 2019. These songs are influenced by Tony Kushner’s acclaimed 1991 play, Angels in America, which explores themes of homosexuality, AIDS, and death. Paranoïa, Angels, True Love delves into a broad array of subjects, including outsider art and transgenderism, while maintaining a central focus on death, loss, and the passage of time.
While the subject matter may be weighty, most of the songs on the album are delivered with a light, sometimes playful touch. The use of synthesizers is prominent, and there are lush orchestral arrangements throughout. While Chaleur Humaine, Chris’s remarkable debut album released in 2015, featured a collection of highly accessible radio-friendly tracks, this pop opera offers effervescent pop moments that require a closer listen.
Co-produced by renowned studio alchemist Mike Dean, known for his work on Beyoncé and Travis Scott albums, Paranoïa, Angels, True Love showcases a variety of styles and genres vying for attention. Dean’s expertise shines through on songs like Marvin Descending and A Day in the Water, both of which exude atmospheric jazz vibes, sophisticated arrangements, and Chris’s expressive vocals.
Since emerging as a highly acclaimed French artist, Chris has received recognition from some of pop music’s biggest luminaries. Madonna, a bona fide star for four decades, lends her vocals to three songs on the album. Her contributions tastefully complement the overall sound rather than overpowering it. Made in Dublin, the latest album by Aslan, pays tribute to the late Christy Dignam who sadly passed away after a lengthy illness. President Higgins acknowledged the impact of Aslan, stating that “people in nearly every town in Ireland will have their own memories of seeing them play” and praised their unwavering dedication to touring throughout the country.
Christy Dignam, a beloved figure in Irish rock, penned and recorded several timeless songs, including the iconic “This Is.” Aslan’s true passion seemed to lie in live performances rather than studio work, and their 1999 album, Made in Dublin, perfectly captures Dignam and the band’s exceptional talents. Recorded at Vicar Street, shortly after the venue first opened, this album serves as a beautiful showcase of Dignam’s abilities as a frontman. Their rendition of the Rolling Stones’ “Angie” is particularly captivating, with Dignam’s soulful vocals beautifully complemented by the band’s musicianship led by Billy McGuinness.
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