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Enigma MCMXC A.D.Charisma 2-91642; Virgin Racorda Ltd.Diactima: 40:15 Rating: AEvery so often a band comes out with a sound so innovative and so unique, oe can not help but appreciate it. Such is the case with Enigma, a provocative new band from Europe, wel on their way to oonquering music charts around the world.Romanian bom MichaelCretu developed Enigma’s inventive sounds branching from the hip-house music scenesof Spain and Germany. And by adding something as simple as a Gregorian Chant, he has redefined the possfcte future of popular music. The music holds both religious and sexual innuendos, which togethr reflect a very real truth n today's society.The aftxim opens with a verbal introduction, spoken by Cretu's wife, Sandra Together, Michael and Sandra are Enigma. It was written, produced, and created exclusively by them.The first single, Sadeness, Parti, is an alusion to Marques De Sade, a famous French soldier and noveist renown for his perverse sexual oonduct. With a perfect Wend of unimposing hip-house percussion and soothing Gregorian melody, the song creates a perpetual dreamlike quality that demands recognition.The other tracks on the abum, hinting with religious subtlety on titles such a Mea Culpa and Back to theRivers of Belief, keep with the intensity of the single, and rely on a constant theme throughout. The entire work is general has a tranquil, harmonious feel, suitable to virtually any music formal. In fact, the sound is so diverse, Enigma has gained air play not only on mainstream radio, but on alternative “CWting Edge andeasy listening stations as wed.This abum is highly recommended for any form of relaxation The music creates a world of emotinal depth very suitable for post-stress situations. Enigma is a mustown for any music connoisseurDanny Serbib
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Colorado Springs Magazine
Colorado Springs, Colorado, US
Sat, Jun 01, 1991
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