Beauty Behind the Madness

The Weeknd's Magnus opum

No scratches just looks very brand new I’m I love the audio too 👌

Perfect condition, good quality

I've been disillusioned with modern rnb for many years, nothing seemed to come close to the heyday of the 90s - I'm glad there seem to be a handful of artists doing something a bit more interesting than most. I won't say this is my favourite album of all time, but after hearing about the the weeknd but not actually listening to any of his music, I kept hearing tracks on the radio (I don't listen to radio much) so I thought I'd take a chance. I'm enjoying it so far and it Def has that 'something'. Having grown up listening to gangsta rap I'm surprised his use of the F word and b*tches bothered me a little but I feel like it doesn't quite fit with the vibe of some of the songs and feels a little misogynistic. But I didn't want to buy the censored version. I may well try out his earlier stuff as i read it's slightly different to this one.

If the publicity garnered is in any way indicative of an artist's relevance and success, then The Weeknd will soon become a household name. Following on from his No. 1 smash "Can't feel my face", and recent blazing - literally - performance at the VMAs, The Weeknd presents "Beauty behind the madness". Evidently, it is not only his most accessible set so far, but, also, a compelling crossover album. Sonically, it is a much bigger departure from his past work than most of his older fanbase would like it to be. Abel Tesfaye (real name), not the same self-destructive, depressed 20 year-old anymore, but now in a better place, is true to himself and remains consistent. The material is raw and honest, the production always on point, the lyrics still dark and cynical, the delivery mesmerising and haunting as ever. With many references to his previous work, this is hardly the watered-down generic pop album all those negative comments over the internet are speculating. Real artists are supposed not to ever sit stagnant. No legendary artist made music that sounded the same. The Weeknd is experimenting, expanding, opening himself to a new demographic. It is all about progress. He is, also, trying to become monumental. He sure has all it takes to become a contemporary megastar. In fact, with this very record he gives traditional pop a foundational makeover, one that has not happened since the times of Prince and Michael Jackson! His sound is radically different; but his message has not changed, only the way it is delivered. Still suicidal, sassy, sensual and scandalous, but always seductive and startling, The Weeknd's "Beauty..." looks set to soar.

Absolutely love this guys voice and music. I only discovered him last year and brought all his albums. You can just sit with your eyes closed and the music and voice takes you away, or in the car it is a joy to have on. My husband was a bit sceptical when I first put his music on as I do have very varied taste but he loves it just as much as I do. This album is superb, the Earned It song from Fifty Shades was a taster of what was to come.

Bought a second copy of this album, as I did with The Weeknd's latest album "Starboy"! Very good gifts and both CDs are just...I can't stop listening to them!! Especially "Starboy", which - for me personally - rivals the quality of albums like M.J.'s "Thriller", 'Bruno Mars' "Unorthodox Jukebox" & even Maitre Gims' 2CD "Subliminal/La Face Cachée", amongst others...! But "Beauty Behind The Madness" is where the real greatness of The Weeknd actually begins, for me, at least!

Heard them live on tv one track only thought have to download the track. I bought the whole album. So fresh so different so moody.What a atmosphere creator late night especially. I can,t stop listening to it not one bad track Album brilliantly produced and mixed. Never heard of them before definitely destined for greatness.Hope the guy keeps his feet on the ground.

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I had never heard of The Weeknd until about a month ago. I, obviously, have been living under a rock. My discovery of The Weeknd happened while listening to some music at work. My colleagues had requested some songs, so I picked some, and let YouTube find a good playlist from that. As we are listening to music, I notice some songs that sounded vaguely familiar, and that there was just something about them. It turns out the songs I happened to like were from the same artist, "The Weeknd", as the main talent or guest artist. I told my colleagues, "Who is this guy? He's like on *every* song, and every song he's in is good". It wasn't until the 'Fifty Shades of Gray' Soundtrack came out that solidified me in becoming a fan of The Weeknd. I rarely buy physical albums anymore, and say what you will about the movie, but the soundtrack is an entirely different animal. It's *the* best soundtrack of 2015, hands down, and The Weeknd has two songs on it, one of which is included on this album: 'Earned It'. I cannot tell you how many times I have listened to this. If you don't know him by name, you may know The Weeknd by some of his collaborations: with Sia in 2013's 'Elastic Heart' as featured in 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' soundtrack, and with Ariana Grande in 'Love Me Harder' ; two very unique songs. This album has some great songs. Some of my favorites are: (1) Real Life - the opening number that sets the tone of the album (5) The Hills - a dark, unique song (7) Can't Feel My Face - good Max Martin-produced pop piece (9) Earned It - the Grammy winning stunner from the 'Fifty Shades of Gray' soundtrack (10) In The Night - *very* Michael Jackson-esque There is just something about his music that can't really be fully described. Neither am I sure where to categorize his music, but I think with any great artist, you can't. He does a lot of genres, and they're all gold when The Weeknd touches them. Recommended. *** UPDATE *** This album had seven Grammy nominations, with wins noted below: 'Beauty Behind The Madness' (album) • Album of the Year • Best Urban Contemporary Album - WINNER 'Earned It' (single) • Best R&B Performance - WINNER • Best R&B Song • Best Song Written for Visual Media 'Can't Feel My Face' (single) • Best Pop Solo Performance • Record of the Year

Really good album

美メロ、聴き心地がよい声。 そこはかとなく漂う80年代感。 他にはない魅力です。 pop best 1000 で購入、解説、歌詞、対訳付き。

El paquete que lleva el disco viene muy muy bien embalado y protegido, recomendable (incluso vino con la esquina chafada y no llegó al disco , contento y tal como me esperaba