2003 Studio Album on Double LP!
With Absolution, Muse continues to expand on their unique rock sound with complex guitars, transition-laden rock anthems with melodic harmonics described in AllMusic Guide as ".. the emotional intensity and style of Radiohead, a rock thunder descended from Black Sabbath, and the baroque drama of Queen..." Muse switched gears with new producer Rich Costey, creating a smoother more polished sound.
The album had plenty of punch to satisfy their hard core fans, while the musicianship of Absolution garnered critical praise and a new legion of fans who couldn't get enough of the powerful anthemic rock and the mind-blowing live shows that set Muse apart from the pack.
Following seven years of near solid touring, Muse escalated from being the biggest band in Teignmouth in 1997 to one of the biggest bands in Europe by 2004. With each successive album, they pushed the musical envelope with a fusion of progressive rock, electronica, and Radiohead-influenced experimentation, creating an emotive, passionate sound. Muse's reputation as one of the best live rock bands in the world is well deserved with their exhilarating live performances drawing critical acclaim and a loyal and rabid fan base.
4 out of 5 stars
Great car and iPod stuff, but on double vinyl it works well at home too!
Features
- Double LP
- 150g Vinyl
- Gatefold jacket
- Made in Czech Republic
Selections
Side A:
- Intro
- Apocalypse Please
- Time Is Running Out
- Sing for Absolution
Side B:
- Stockholm Syndrome
- Falling Away with You
- Interlude
- Hysteria
Side C:
- Blackout
- Butterflies & Hurricanes
- The Small Print
Side D:
- Endlessly
- Thoughts of a Dying Atheist
- Ruled by Secrecy
