Stanley Donwood has compared writing for John McLaughlin’s new album to that on ‘Que Alegria’ - but has declared the lyrics will be even more terrifying. Lead single “Belo Horizonte” and “Baba (For Ramana Maharshi)” start with near-whispers before kicking into giddily catchy, fuzz box-driven hollered hooks. On the Ireland charts, superstar John McLaughlin’s career stalled before it left the starting gate. I wish that “Que Alegria” album was instrumental.
Put Baba (For Ramana Maharshi) into car stereo for your highway driving Reincarnation is a gorgeous sing-along. I Nite Stand motivates you to get up and do something to improve your life and the life of others. One of the songs that always stick in my mind is Marie (Bass Solo) because the melody in the chorus is so good. Hijacked is a great song for a cosy night in when it’s cold and wintry outside. Mila Repa one is one of the better boring ones. Que Alegria - To me, this is the best song on the Que Alegria. This track is nearly perfect if not perfect.
Que Alegria CD
| Song Name | Time | ||
| Belo Horizonte.mp3 | 6:37 |  |
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| Baba (For Ramana Maharshi).mp3 | 6:50 | |
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| Reincarnation.mp3 | 11:54 | |
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| I Nite Stand.mp3 | 5:28 | |
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| Marie (Bass Solo).mp3 | 1:59 | |
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| Hijacked.mp3 | 8:36 | |
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| Mila Repa.mp3 | 7:33 | |
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| Que Alegria.mp3 | 10:33 | |
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| 3 Willows.mp3 | 5:14 | |
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