- Audio CD (Feb 11 2003)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: EMI Music Canada
- ASIN: B00007KK7V
- Other Editions: Audio CD
- Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (233 customer reviews)
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- #58 in Music > Dance & DJ > Trip-Hop
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Track Listings
| 1. Future Proof |
| 2. What Your Soul Sings |
| 3. Everywhen |
| 4. Special Cases |
| 5. Butterfly Caught |
| 6. A Prayer For England |
| 7. Small Time Shot Away |
| 8. Name Taken |
| 9. Antistar |
Product Description
From Amazon.com
With dark shades of dub and songs that stretch with patient intensity, 100th Window finds trip-hop legends Massive Attack seeping through your speakers with the same eerie intensity they mined on 1998's revelatory Mezzanine. The burden of high expectations has been a constant for this band since they released the classic Blue Lines in 1991. Under pressure to produce yet another record that changes the playing field of dance music, the collective has turned in a brooding, orchestral work that profits greatly from collaboration. The breathy, distinctive voice of Sinead O'Connor elevates a song like "What Your Soul Sings" into a deeply affecting, candlelit nocturne, while Horace Andy's stylized vocal washes through the string-laden "Name Taken." O'Connor also shines on "A Prayer for England," a remake of "Safe from Harm" off Lines, as her barely contained emotions artfully collide with Window's stark, distorted production. It may not turn the world upside down again, but Massive Attack retains the power to keep you transfixed and blissfully off-balance. --Matthew Cooke
Album Description
Their first album in five years! Earliest release from Japan. Virgin. 2003.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
A beautifully dark album.,
By Mark (Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: 100th Window (Audio CD)
Ever since I bought Massive's new album ('100th Window'), I can't stop listening to it. With it's muted, mellow electronic beats, and dark- almost menacing atmosphere, I think it is a perfect album for a dreary, winter's day. It also speaks of the times and the state of our world (especially on "A Prayer for England")Like Portishead did on their album 'Portishead', Massive decided to abandon the use of samples and experiment with their own sounds and beats. In this way, they have moved away from some of their previous albums like 'Blue Lines' but maintain their very distinct sound. The album's lyrics are sparse and abstract, some lyrics reminding me of those by artists like Bjork. But the vocals are almost perfect. Sinead O Connor is at the top of her form, sounding fragile, delicate and ethereal, like an angel or an alien. On songs like "What Your Soul Sings", she brings an emotional depth, sending chills up your spine. Though only nine songs, '100th Window' is a cold, comprehensive step forward by what's left of Massive Attack. It is a beautifully dark album that you will listen to over and over again.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simply beautiful,
By A Customer
This review is from: 100th Window (Audio CD)
Massive Attack does not fail on their fourth release with an album very similar to their third release Mezzanine. The songs flow very well from beginning to end and has a very haunting feeling to it. If you are a fan of Massive Attack and loved their previous release this CD is definately for you. Do not be fooled by bad reviews, this album is grossly underrated!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Unique Vision of Electronica,
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This review is from: 100th Window (Audio CD)
"100th Window" is Massive Attack's forth album release to date, released in 2003. Though they've been well-known for a decade in the UK, this album gave them their biggest US success to date though still lowkey. This often overlooked group is one of the leaders in electronica/ techno music. Their unique style gives listeners an unforgettable experience through every listen. Whether their music is through deejaying and/or live instruments, they've always stayed on top. Though they've always been an incredible act, "100th Window" may be their best to date. They prove that they've wonderfully evolved as artists.The dark and eerie theme displayed in these tracks give new meaning to electronica music. All of the sounds and instruments combined wonderfully give listeners the intended sensation. The variety of haunting styles keep listeners interested in every song, starting with "Future Proof". The intimacy is always present through the darkness. As the theme becomes deeper, the heartpounding effect becomes stronger. The strong and personal lyrics blend wonderfully with the background. The only other artist to accomplish such emotional words with electronica music is Madonna on her "Ray of Light" album. Their performances wonderfully express them soulfully, including guest vocalist Sinead O'Connor ("Nothing Compares 2 U", 1989) in "Prayer For England", "When Your Soul Sings", and the hit single "Special Cases". Despite the songs clocking in at over five minutes, Massive Attack never lose contact with their talents. "100th Window" is great for several occasions, especially great during sex. Such tremendous music quality will surely continue pleasing listeners for a long time. If their musical evolution continues in the future at their past rate, their next album should have exciting expectations.
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