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a new phase - and it's even better than the last, 20 July 2002
This review is from: Dead Star / In Your World [CD 1] (Audio CD)
Muse are developing. Very quickly. Showbiz was the beginning of a rollercoaster ride that looks like it stretches on for miles yet. And Deadstar/In Your World is a new, even bigger loop.
When I first heard these songs, it was live at Doncaster Dome in November last year. I was eager to see what direction Muse had taken in their new material, and it seems they've headed off into deeper, heavier places. Deadstar especially, with its pounding intensity owes more to metal than classic guitar rock. It was said that Muse have tried to capture the live atmosphere of their songs, and it looks a lot more rough round the edges, as if it were live.
In Your World begins with a gentle rippling piano then bursts into a filthy guitar sound (think of the riff in Newborn) and then it all begins. The song is impeccably structured, and it has you shaking your head in disbelief at the ridiculous amount of talent this band has.
I bought the second disc with the b-side cover 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You'. I was intrigued to see what Muse had done with this kind of song, but I needn't have had any qualms as it's another superb adjustment into Muse's style, and surprisingly, it works very well. And after listening to a friend's CD1 I was equally impressed with Futurism, which has since become my favourite b-side. Another song which keeps in mind the latest switch of style. Muse are superb, and I sincerely hope their material continues to deliver as well as these new songs do.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Dead Star (is not dead) and 'In your world' (it needs to be), 25 Jun 2002
This review is from: Dead Star / In Your World [CD 1] (Audio CD)
This is their best yet. They've got all the usual, storming riffs, heart tearing emotion and passion, sound intensity that seems impossible to come from just three people (but does, their awesome live too). And on top of that they've got originality of style as well. Dead Star is a must for anyone, fan or unenlightened alike. In your world and Futurism are also quite unbeleivable. Buy this single. And then await their next album, whenever it might be coming, with baited breath. Its probably worth inventing a time machine....
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Dead Star/In Your World, 15 Nov 2009
Dead Star/In Your World couldn't be more amazing. What more could you ask for from a single? The opening track: Dead Star features a heavy guitar riff which is enough to blow anybody away, with a powerful chorus that will send a chill down your spine. Track two: In Your World opens with a simple piano piece, which then erupts into a heavily distorted guitar riff. Similarly to Dead Star, this is a must-listen. Futurism features a Hysteria like bass line, and scratchy guitar which makes you wonder why so few artists in the modern day incooperate the adventurous style of Muse. The final track is a cover of Andy William's 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You' which is a song which nobody can resist. The cover incooperates Muse's own signature sound during various parts.
In conclusion, the Dead Star/In Your World EP is a worthy buy, which would be a worthy addition to anybody's music collection.
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