Muse – Absolution - Album Blitz

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Artist: Muse

Title: Absolution

Year: 2004

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Tracklist

1. Intro (0:22)
2. Apocalypse Please (4:12)
3. Time is Running Out (3:57)
4. Sing for Absolution (4:54)
5. Stockholm Syndrome (4:57)
6. Falling Away with You (4:40)
7. Interlude (0:37)
8. Hysteria (3:47)
9. Blackout (4:22)
10. Butterflies and Hurricanes (5:01)
11. The Small Print (3:29)
12. Endlessly (3:48)
13. Thoughts of a Dying Atheist (3:07)
14. Ruled by Secrecy (4:52)
15. Fury (5:02)

Review

Muse's 'Absolution' is a wild ride through apocalyptic themes and musical innovation. Released in 2003, this album takes you on a journey from the hard-hitting 'Stockholm Syndrome' to the hauntingly beautiful 'Blackout'. The band's use of the Kyma system and custom Manson guitars gives tracks like 'Time Is Running Out' and 'Hysteria' a futuristic edge that still sounds fresh today.

Rich Costey's production work really shines here, polishing Muse's sound without losing their raw energy. The orchestral arrangements in 'Butterflies and Hurricanes' and 'Blackout' add a layer of grandeur that perfectly complements Matt Bellamy's soaring vocals. It's not all doom and gloom though - there's a thread of hope running through the album, especially in 'Butterflies and Hurricanes' with its message of perseverance.

'Absolution' was a game-changer for Muse, hitting number one in the UK and France and making waves in the US. It's a testament to their ability to blend heavy riffs, classical influences, and existential lyrics into something uniquely Muse. Whether you're headbanging to 'The Small Print' or getting lost in the introspective 'Endlessly', this album has something for everyone. - Raegan