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Resistance
by Muse$12.99 Free Delivery
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- Released
- 9/14/09
- Music Genre
- Alternative
Description
The Resistance begins out with one of the most straightforward rock songs that are featured on the album, "Uprising." It has a seeming futuristic dance beat which was the brainchild and product of bassist Chris Wolstenholme. He layered the beat underneath the front man which is just astoundingly genius.
There has been a definitive 'us or we against them' mindset which has consistently built up over the course of Muse's previous few records. The Resistance is certainly no exception in any matter. The lyrics are demanding from both sides. What Bellamy is specifically referring to in some of the songs is 'anyone's guess about the subject matter.' The volatile disposition of the world is used as an allusion to add more spice and vivacity to the album.
Bellamy nevertheless makes it crystal clear on "The Resistance" that love is our ultimate resistance. The song is purposefully derived from the loving relationship between Julia and Winston from Orwell's 1984. The lyrics depict a perplexing state of mind and even echoes Orwell's ideas about how love is the perfect depiction of rebellion. Once again, the song and the album itself seem to portray a real live performance with its liveliness and epic proportions. The soaring tracks about defiance also come from the thought falling in love. Indeed, the album has so much to offer. Its twisted lyrics that convey everyday messages make it one of the most cryptic and intelligent albums ever produced.
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Product Details
- Artist
- Muse
- Label / Studio
- WM UK
- DVD Region
- Region Free
- Media Format
- Audio CD
- Original year of release
- 2009
- Number of Discs
- 1
- Media Content Format
- Album
- Recording Environment
- Studio
- Year of release
- 2009
- CD WOW! Sales Rank
- #37
- Catalog Number
- 2564687434
- Cast & Crew
- Muse (Music Performer)
- Muse (Producer)
Press Reviews
...Muse prove that they could be the last in a line of great British rock eccentrics, a trio of mad professors who should be cherished Uncut
Tracklisting
Disc 1:
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Uprising
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Resistance
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Undisclosed Desires
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United States of Eurasia [+Collateral Damage]
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Guiding Light
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Unnatural Selection
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MK Ultra
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I Belong to You/Mon Coeur S'ouvre a Ta Voix
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Overture
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Cross Pollination
-
Redemption
Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Can listen over and over (17)
- Original (14)
- Engaging (13)
- Great lyrics (13)
- Hit songs (12)
Cons
- Not what I expected (6)
- Too few tracks (3)
Best Uses
- At home (18)
- In the car (17)
- Gift (11)
- Parties (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Adult (14), Young adult (7), Teenager (5)
Reviewed by 21 customers
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Pros
- Engaging
- Original
Cons
- Too Few Tracks
Best Uses
- At Home
- Parties
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
Muse has done it again...very innovating album with a wide range of genres put togehther. But still they manage to keep fokus on creating great songs with good lyrics.
Some songs sounds as Queen, some like Classic Muse - WOW a good album.
Service and delivery comments:
As always quick and easy order / delivery.
Pros
- Engaging
- Great Lyrics
- Hit Songs
Cons
- Not What I Expected
- Overambitious
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
I've been a Muse fan since Origin of Symmetry and absolutely loved Absolution, but I think they want to be different too much ever since. For me, that started with Black Holes & Revelations, but that sound has grown on me. I guess Resistance will grow on me eventually, but it takes a lot of effort. Don't understand me wrong, it's a great record, but I think there are (for a Muse record) quite a few missteps. Especially the "Queen tribute" tracks don't hit me (I don't really like Queen though ...).
I get the feeling from the Resistance Muse wanted too bad to create an epic record that'd make them a piece of music history. In my opinion they didn't need to do that, because their previous records already did ...
Pros
- Can Listen Over And Over
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- In The Car
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
On first listen to every song I thought that this album was very different, but by the end of every song I just wanted to listen to more. Every song is just awesome from the usual rocking riffs of Muse in MK ultra and Unnatural Selection to the new dance inspired songs such as Undisclosed Desires. I cant fault it. Even the 80's style Bon Jovi influenced tune, Guiding Light, is just pure awesome. Buy this if you like Muse. Buy this if you haven't listened to them before. 5/5
Pros
- Can Listen Over And Over
- Great Lyrics
- Hit Songs
- Original
Cons
- Too Few Tracks
Best Uses
- At Home
- Gift
- In The Car
- Parties
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
This album is great just to sit back with a drink and get lost in the music. Can listen to it loud and soft.
Pros
- Can Listen Over And Over
- Engaging
- Great Lyrics
- Hit Songs
- Original
Cons
- Not What I Expected
Best Uses
- At Home
- Gift
- In The Car
- Parties
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
Muse have always delivered powerful pumping rock that makes you dance like no one is watching. Moving in a slightly different direction to their other albums Muse investigate a more melodic style but still incorporate their classic rock hooks.
Pros
- Can Listen Over And Over
- Great Lyrics
- Original
Cons
- Not What I Expected
Best Uses
- At Home
- Gift
- In The Car
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
Ok well at first I was LITTLE DISAPOINTED by how much the style differs from bhar, but after playing it a few times i cant stop, 5 stars muse
Pros
- Engaging
- Great Lyrics
- Hit Songs
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- In The Car
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
Good album, but seems to lack the power and re-listenability (made up word) of Black Holes. Some great tracks though and a must for anyone who likes Muse.
Pros
- Can't Help but Tap to it
- Can Listen Over And Over
- Hit Songs
Cons
Best Uses
- At Home
- Chillin
- Gift
- In The Car
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
An EPIC CD with Everything from ingenious Riffs to harmonic Symphonies, this cd is by far one of my favourite cd's EVER!
Most of the songs on this album are in my most played on itunes and my ipod. Muse really outdid themselves with this one. Bellamys (singer) voice truly is one of a kind
Pros
- Can Listen Over And Over
- Great Lyrics
- Hit Songs
- Lively
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
It's a great cd,bought it for my husband but Ihave it on in the house all the time!
Pros
- Can Listen Over And Over
- Engaging
- Hit Songs
- Original
Cons
- Too Few Tracks
Best Uses
- At Home
- Gift
- In The Car
- Parties
Comments about WM UK MUSE - RESISTANCE:
Listen to it all the time - just great sound
