Iamnoone – The Joy Of Sorrow (Digital/CD/Vinyl Album – Cold Transmission Music)
This marks the fourth album from the Italian project Iamnoone, and it radiates a sense of optimism, embracing the belief that there’s always a light amidst the darkness. This concept is beautifully translated into a blend of Electro-Wave, enhanced by layers of guitar. The songs are undeniably catchy, featuring a unique combination of melancholic melodies that simultaneously invite you to dance. Certain tracks evoke an extra-catchy iteration of The Cure, particularly evident in their memorable choruses. Throughout the album, listeners will discover several standout tracks that are both remarkable and enjoyable. For me, this album represents my personal favorite work from Iamnoone, showcasing their artistic evolution in a truly compelling way. (Rating:8½).
Listen to “The Age Of Sadness”:
About Iamnoone
Philippe Marlat and Stephan Seth founded Iamnoone in 2019. The Italian duo draws on Dark-Wave and Cold-Wave and has released four albums to date, all on Cold Transmission Music.
In early 2025 the duo talked to Side-Line about the album in the interview ‘Darkness Is A Natural Element Of Life And Should Be Understood’. “The Joy Of Sorrow”, released in 2024, is the fourth Iamnoone album and the record reviewed here.
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