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Phoenix: Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix

by Yvonne Lum - Killarney Secondary, Vancouver BC Jun 25, 2009

5 stars

Tune in and become part of Phoenix’s Listzomania.

Wolfgang Amadeus Moz… Phoenix is a French band almost as legendary as the famous composer. With their 4th studio album, Phoenix stays true to their always fresh, light, cool and synthy sound with tracks like Lasso and 1901. Lead singer, Thomas Mars’ vocals float through from the beginning of Lisztomania – the single inspired by pianist Frank Liszt – to the very end of Armistice. The band manages to compile songs slow enough to relax to in your room yet fun enough to dance around to at a party. The rare gem of Mars’ voice tangled in cheery beats will keep Phoenix in your iTunes’ Top 25.
Yonne’s fave track: Lasso

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Unique alternative-rock French band captures fans

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by Melissa Lachica - St. Patrick Regional Secondary, Vancouver BC

From the streets of Paris, France, Phoenix has emerged with many attractive beats to rock its way into the hearts of listeners around the world. Song after song on "Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix" is uniquely addictive ear-candy - the kind that everyone has a sweet tooth for. Music lovers will enjoy this album because of the upbeat tracks that bring a spring to each step like "1901" and "Lisztomania," along with the softer, more soothing sounds like "Love Like A Sunset Pt. 2," which calmly bring listeners back down to earth. With its fourth album, Phoenix has made a place for itself on the charts, making its presence known to not only its home, Europe, but also to avid music hounds and lovers right here in Canada. After an album as impressive as this one, listeners from everywhere will be on the lookout for future tracks from the masters themselves, Phoenix.

Melissa's fave track: 1901

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