![]() ![]() And then the music just works so perfectly. The subject matter is compelling enough that you want to find out the more about Reich's life. What really blows me away though, is "Cloudbusting," which takes on the close relationship between psychologist and philosopher Wilhelm Reich and his young son, Peter. That's followed by the title tracks equation of falling in love with being chased by dogs. She piles on the layers of sounds until the song reaches its pinnacle. As it builds Bush tackles the idea that men and women will never be able to understand each other unless they can find some way to switch roles. The song itself is beautifully composed, starting with the opening synth pad and tom tom pattern. If you just take "Running Up That Hill" on its own you've got more than enough to consume. The first side produced four singles, starting with the timeless "Running Up That Hill," and the B side a concept album about a person drifting alone in the sea at night. From everything that is going on musically to the density of the lyrics, Kate Bush gives you a ton to digest on just two sides of a record. There is so much going on beneath the surface that it will draw you in before you're even aware of it. Cartridge Headshells / Alignment / Cleaners
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