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Iconic indie legend Morrissey presents his ninth solo studio album, Years of Refusal. Bursting at the seams with venomous, punk-fuelled tirades, this expansive, gutsy and nostalgia-inducing record demonstrates the sublime lyrical dexterity of The Smiths' former frontman in formidable fashion.
Very little has changed from the setup that brought together Morrissey's highly acclaimed comeback albums, You Are The Quarry and Ringleader Of The Tormentors. His backing band is still The Tormentors and the muscular rock approach remains intact. However, with Years Of Refusal something that had previously gone unnoticed seems to click into place. Generating a spectacular spark, the musical quality exceeds much of the previous material and is harder, packing more of a punch than before. Whether it be that the band are more comfortable with one another after extensive touring, or simply that the potency of their leader's increasingly gritty, angst-drenched lyrics have fuelled this fiercer sound, it is safe to say that this is Morrissey's most entertaining and savage record since 1994's celebrated Vauxhall and I. From the stormy opener 'Something Is Squeezing My Skull', it is clear that Moz has returned, and is in the finest of form. With full throttle bitterness and spite, the song opens the album with a driving force that leaves you champing at the bit for the remaining tracks. What follows is everything you would expect and desire from 'The Pope of Mope'. Whilst 'I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris' tremors with pensiveness, 'One Day Goodbye Will Be Farewell' tackles the notion of death, before the heart-rendering 'I'm OK By Myself' closes the record in a true Smiths-esque, lovelorn style. Ferocious in delivery, the tracks strike with unquestionable vigour. Breaking cautiously from subjects of anger to desperation with impeccable timing, Morrissey showcases a renewed strength both in his vocals and himself.
Produced by You Are The Quarry contributor Jerry Finn, Years Of Refusal benefits from being recorded live in the studio, and has a pure and organic energy that is both urgent and increasingly intimate. Offering unexpected touches that engage and satisfy in equal measure, this score-settling album demonstrates the remarkable talent of Morrissey with enough vitality and fire to become an instant classic.
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- Something Is Squeezing My Skull
- Mama Lay Softly On The Riverbed
- Black Cloud
- I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris
- All You Need Is Me
- When I Last Spoke To Carol
- That's How People Grow Up
- One Day Goodbye Will Be Farewell
- It's Not Your Birthday Anymore
- You Were Good In Your Time
- Sorry Doesn't Help
- I'm OK By Myself
Average rating (10 reviews)
A definite grower
Owbist | 25/04/2009 | See all Owbist's reviews (1) »
Like one of the reviewers here, on first listen I thought it was another weak offering, like Tormentors. I have persevered and now this has grown on me immensely. I now think it is one of the best Mozza solo albums ever...... on a par with Quarry and Vauxhall. Buy it and play it loud.
i will probably receive abuse for this...
elgriff | 07/03/2009 | See all elgriff's reviews (2) »
I love moz. So naturally i enjoy the prospect of putting on one of his fine records. However after listening to this a few times i found it a tough & an ultimately awkward experience. I cant even bring myself to scroll to it on my ipod. This is a bold statement but this could very well be his worst album bar kill uncle. Even the badly-received maladjusted (which i think has moments of brilliance) overshadows 'refusal'.
Truly disappointed.
Not enough stars here:)
pete1234 | 26/02/2009 | See all pete1234's reviews (2) »
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- Ringleader Of The Tormentors
- Something Is Squeezing My Skull / This Charming Man
- I Just Want To See The Boy Happy
- Maladjusted
- Viva Hate
- Bona Drag
- Morrissey Greatest Hits (UK version)
- Southpaw Grammar
- The HMV / Parlophone Singles 1988-1995
- Maladjusted (Expanded)
- I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris / Death Of A Disco Dancer
- I Just Want To See The Boy Happy
- The World Of Morrissey
- Singles Box Set - HMV Parlophone Singles '91-95'
- You Are The Quarry
- Vauxhall And I
- The Singles '88-91'
- Something Is Squeezing My Skull / Best Friend On The Payroll
- Kill Uncle
- I Just Want To See The Boy Happy
- Your Arsenal
- Something Is Squeezing My Skull / I Keep Mine Hidden
- Suedehead / I Know Very Well How I Got My Name [Digital 45]
- Live At Earls Court
- Years Of Refusal
- I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris / Because Of My Poor Education
- Swords
- Beethoven Was Deaf
- The Best Of Morrissey - Suedehead
- Southpaw Grammar
- I'm Throwing My Arms Around Paris / Shame Is The Name
- Beethoven Was Deaf
- Bona Drag
- Greatest Hits
- Greatest Hits (Deluxe 2CD)
- Kill Uncle
- Live At Earls Court
- Maladjusted
- Maladjusted
- Maximum Morrissey & The Smiths
- Morrissey: HMV/Parlophone The 7" Singles '91-95' (Limited Edition 9 7" Vinyl Box Set)
- Morrissey: The 7" Singles '88-91' (Limited Edition 10 7" Vinyl Box Set)
- Ringleader Of The Tormentors
- Ringleader Of The Tormentors (With Bonus DVD)
- Southpaw Grammar
- Suedehead: Best Of Morrissey
- Swords
- Swords (2CD)
- The HMV / Parlophone Singles '88 - '95 (3CD)
- The Lowdown (2CD)
- Vauxhall And I
- Viva Hate
- World Of
- Years Of Refusal (CD & DVD)
- You Are The Quarry
- You Are The Quarry (Deluxe Edition)
- Your Arsenal
