Wow
Verdena · 2011
83 min · 27 tracks · alternative rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of gritty guitars and melodic hooks infused with surreal lyrical imagery that challenges conventional rock norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Scegli me (Un mondo che tu non vuoi) Start here — Opening the album with energetic riffs and a catchy chorus, this track sets the tone for the raw emotional exploration that follows. Its rhythmic urgency draws listeners into Verdena's distinctive sonic world.
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Per sbaglio — This song features a compelling juxtaposition of melodic lines and dissonant chords, highlighting the band's ability to balance tension and resolution. Its introspective lyrics delve into themes of regret and self-discovery.
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Razzi arpia inferno e fiamme — A standout for its frenetic pace and vivid imagery, this track encapsulates the band's knack for creating an immersive auditory experience. It showcases both lyrical complexity and dynamic instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- introspective moments for reflection
- dynamic journey of emotions
- short tracks for quick bursts
- energy shifts throughout listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking consistent energy flow
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases maturity and inventive approach, solidifying Verdena's reputation.
- Themes
- Italian alternative rock· surreal lyrical imagery· self-discovery through chaos
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Wow marked Verdena's fifth studio album, following their acclaimed record, Imparare a sparare. By this point, the band had established themselves as significant figures in the Italian alternative rock scene, blending diverse influences into their sound while refining their artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Mars Volta· At the Drive-In· Deftones
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Lui gareggia
The shift from abstract observations to a personal address ignites a moment of vulnerability amidst an otherwise chaotic arrangement.
This structural choice adds a layer of intimacy to the song, contrasting sharply with earlier sections that maintain distance through generalizations.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Scegli me (Un mondo che tu non vuoi) Start here 2:31
- 2 Loniterp 4:10
- 3 Per sbaglio 3:24
- 4 Mi coltivo 4:41
- 5 Razzi arpia inferno e fiamme 3:00
- 6 Adoratorio 2:29
- 7 Miglioramento 4:14
- 8 Il nulla di O. 2:09
- 9 Lui gareggia 1:44
- 10 Le scarpe volanti 3:02
- 11 Castelli per aria 3:57
- 12 Sorriso in spiaggia, parte I 2:42
- 13 Sorriso in spiaggia, parte II 4:40
Disc 2
- 1 Attonito 2:05
- 2 È solo lunedì 4:49
- 3 Tu e me 1:54
- 4 Badea blues 3:28
- 5 Nuova luce 4:35
- 6 Grattacielo 2:51
- 7 A capello 2:26
- 8 Rossella Roll Over 3:28
- 9 Canzone ostinata 2:32
- 10 12,5 mg 1:11
- 11 Sul ciglio 0:54
- 12 Letto di mosche 2:38
- 13 La volta 3:38
- 14 Lei disse (Un mondo del tutto differente) 4:00
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