Hard Rock with a Fruity Aroma

I'm going to start a new trend in reviews. I'm creating a hybrid category, for the younger generation that has a great variety of interests and turns to the Internet for a majority of their information. Rather than familiarizing themselves with the conventions of several different styles of review, I'm going to blend them all into one: The Dilettante's Review.

I think this is going to be big. Really big. Who wants to learn new lingo all the time? If you can use the same style for all different sorts of reviews, how much easier would life be? For example:

A Music Review
Upon first glance, the new CD from Franz Ferdinand offers bold colors and exciting graphics. You Could Have it So Much Better is a unique blend of hard punk riffs and gravelly vocals that only a band grown in the River Clyde region could create.

"The Fallen" hints at a Clash influence, while "You're the Reason I'm Leaving" brings a more contemporary, melodic flavor to the forefront.

This CD will appeal to fans of The Zutons or Kaiser Chiefs. It may be slightly too acidic for Eagles aficionados, but overall gives listeners a well-crafted listening experience that compliments a rockin' party or evening at home in equal measure.

A Wine Review
After fantastic reviews of a surprise debut hit "chardonnay," fans and critics alike eagerly awaited the sophomore efforts of [yellow tail] vineyards. From the initial note, "shiraz" proved to be a sophomore triumph.

Opening with a bold fruity flavor, "shiraz" then shows the influence of Australian sun and the Riverina region's soil, "shiraz" then moves into a more subtle blend of licorice and spices. Finishing with a flourish, "shiraz" saved the best for last—a smooth, mellow hint of tannin and dry flavor.

Although it may seem somewhat rough and shaggy at times, that's part of the charm of [yellow tail]; a charm which is preserved and enhanced by their efforts in "shiraz." [yellow tail] have indicate that they will be focusing on a huge promotion for "shiraz" for the next few months, but then it will be back to the vineyards for a third offering. This reviewer is looking forward to seeing what changes follow in "merlot."