Muse (UK) - Showbiz Review

The British trio Muse approach their work like opera, from their love of huge song structures to lead singer Matthew Bellamy's soprano arias. "Uno" mixes a tango beat with power chords; the single "Muscle Museum" lays Latin guitar and piercing distortion over a stately, waddling bass line. Acoustic numbers such as "Unintended" serve up unabashed romanticism like a tender truffle. Showbiz is passionate and loud and also unexpectedly gentle. I fell in love with every single track on this album. I highly recommend it! There is barely anyone who can produce a first album so good. Showbiz is perfect to listen to for all your angst!