COLUMN: Mäneskin’s ‘RUSH’ is a masterclass in international rock ‘n’ roll

I’ve cherished Mäneskin since its first album. “RUSH” may pander a bit an excessive amount of to American audiences, however I find it irresistible simply the identical. With 6.4 million followers on TikTok and Instagram, the Italian rockers had massive expectations to meet. They’ve surpassed any and all expectations I had for them. 

The primary three songs on the album, “OWN MY MIND,” “GOSSIP” and “TIMEZONE,” appear to appease their youthful followers, exploring themes of “sip(ping) the gossip” and long-distance relationships. Rage In opposition to the Machine guitarist Tom Morello company on “GOSSIP,” including a few of that Rage cadence to the music. 

“BLA BLA BLA” is by far the silliest tune on the album whereas remaining cool and horny. It looks like they may very well be making enjoyable of the trendy pop-rock scene and their arduous drug habits. The band hits on reasonably severe points however downplays them to showcase the hurt of poisonous relationships. 

Beginning with questions typically requested on first dates, “BABY SAID” maintains the band’s sexed up persona. The refrain of “Let me style your silhouette / You’ll be able to discuss between my legs” is unbelievable (and extremely scorching). 

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The following three songs are nice however not all that memorable. “GASOLINE” is a good anti-war tune that feels a bit fundamental with the layered voices within the refrain. “FEEL” is reasonably nonsensical on goal because the band is attempting to make use of lead singer Damiano David’s voice as one other instrument. “DON’T WANNA SLEEP” has an important idea of being glamorous however nonetheless lonely, though it’s a reasonably tiring trope. 

“KOOL KIDS” brings the listener again to the stage because the tune looks like a stay efficiency. David sounds a bit British, however that simply is likely to be as a result of he recorded this tune whereas drunk. This simply is likely to be the tune I need to hear stay probably the most. 

“IF NOT FOR YOU” and “READ YOUR DIARY” are each cute love songs, however “IF NOT FOR YOU” is far more romantic. The strings part towards the tip brings a Valentine’s Day really feel to the already mushy gushy love tune. “READ YOUR DIARY” follows the trope of changing into the lady so you possibly can perceive her higher, which I all the time am a sucker for. 

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The band goes again to Italian with “MARK CHAPMAN,” a tune all in regards to the risks of stalking. I don’t converse Italian, however I do love the Italian songs far more than the English ones. David’s voice suits the devices completely together with his Italian cadence. 

The Italian part involves a detailed with “LA FINE” and “IL DONO DELLA VITA.” “LA FINE” is grungy and rougher than the opposite songs on the album, addressing considerations with the path of the Italian authorities. “IL DONO DELLA VITA” is a gradual burn rock tune that’s positive to make followers scorching and bothered, making it among the finest of their discography. 

Mäneskin has constructed up the hype for “MAMMAMIA” and it lives as much as it. Its excessive power rivals that of their Eurovision successful tune and looks like an evening in a dingy bar. It’s by far the perfect tune on the album and my private decide for probably the most profitable. 

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“SUPERMODEL” paints an nearly Kate Moss-like picture of a ‘90s supermodel getting excessive to make it massive. The lyrics exhibit the band’s storytelling skills, however it doesn’t do a lot for me. 

The ultimate tune, “THE LONLIEST,” closes the album completely with David reminiscing about misplaced love. Opening with the phrases “you’ll be the saddest a part of me” is a heart-wrenching starting of the tip of the album. They might not have picked a greater nearer. 

With a whopping 17 songs, “RUSH” is Mäneskin’s finest album but. For those who like scorching basic rock stars and even hotter lyrics with driving basslines, that is the album for you.