Search - Rialto :: Night on Earth

It's actually four + a half stars

08/07/2001

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This album, obscureyetsuperior Britpop combo Rialto's sophomore is one of the best albums of 2001 in my humble opinion. The only complaint I have about this album & the only raison d'?tre for not giving it a full five stars rating is the lyrics, which on this effort are unfortunately far more generic than the abundant ones which appeared on their eponymous debut. Other than that the album has heaps to offer- The cinematic melodies, leadsinger Louis Elliot's marvellous passiveaggressive vocals, harshyetmelodious guitarsolos courtesy of Johnny Bull (Who's also the band's producer- Can you think of any other band whose members or one of them produced their first two albums? Well I can't) & a new Rialto element- An electronic/disco influence, which gives a delicate 1980's touch to their otherwise 1960's thematic tunes. Think of the Stone Roses meets Roxette & you'll have an idea of what I'm talking about (Alright, I admit that this was a bit far off but still). If you liked Suede's Headmusic (& not many did unfortunately), if you liked Rialto's debut or if you're just a poor sod who has it for Britpop like I am then it's a mustpurchase for you. The others shouldn't be concerned, they won't get it @ any rate."

I Love This Album Like Semtex

siamkid | 06/13/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I was happy to find that Rialto hadn't broken up, but had just finished a brand new album. My happiness evolved into absolute excitement the first time I listened through it. This album is much more mature than their first, 'Rialto', but fans will not be disappointed to hear that Rialto picks up right where they left off, keeping their same feel and unique style. And like their previous album, there is not one bad track on this disc. Even fans who are new to Rialto will love the exciting upbeat of 'Drive' and the poignant romance of 'Russian Doll'."