Various - Velvet Goldgmine

Review by Sef Gutierrez

Velvet Goldmine is an album that showcases the best of glam rock, featuring songs from various artists such as T. Rex, Roxy Music, and David Bowie. The album captures the essence of the 70s glam rock era, with its flamboyant and theatrical performances, glittery outfits, and androgynous style.

The songs on the album are a mix of classic hits and lesser-known tracks, but all of them are united by their infectious energy and catchy melodies. From the opening track, "Needles in the Camel's Eye" by Brian Eno, to the closing number, "Ladytron" by Roxy Music, the album takes the listener on a journey through the golden age of glam rock.

One standout track is "Ballad of Maxwell Demon" by Shudder to Think, which tells the story of a fictional glam rock star and his rise to fame. The song is both a tribute to and a critique of the glam rock lifestyle, with its themes of excess, narcissism, and self-destruction.

Summary by Sef Gutierrez

Velvet Goldmine is a must-have for fans of glam rock, as well as anyone who appreciates great music and theatrical performance. The album captures the spirit of a bygone era, but its songs are just as relevant and entertaining today as they were decades ago.