Most CDs these days revolve around one or two singles and are jumbled together without the slightest thought or concern given to transitions. Fortunately, this is not the case with Black Holes and Revelations, as Muse delivers an album that contains eleven very good songs that are just the right amount different yet similar to each other.

The best example of this phenomenon can be seen from the very first two tracks. The first song, “Take a Bow” showcases the excellent instrumentals of the group as meaningless vocals are drowned out by addictive riffs in place of a chorus. Meanwhile, “Starlight” brings the emphasis back to Matthew Bellamy as his powerful voice sells an upbeat track seemingly out of place.

And the trend just continues. “Supermassive Black Hole” employs electronic beats surrounded by Bellamy singing into a voice-box to create an absolutely addictive tune. “Map of the Problematique” works solely because of the stellar drum work and “Assassin” is straight classic-Muse.

The most noteworthy song on the CD is the last one. “Knights of Cydonia” is a pure fun listen and it is clear from the accompanying music video that the band had fun recording it as well. The first minute is full of odd sounds and sound effects harnessed by a powerful melody that is sure to resonate in minds far after the five minute song finishes.

If this review could contain in-depth coverage of every track on this CD, it would. But for now, just take a hour or so of your time and pop this CD in and listen from start to finish. Every song succeeds on its own in it’s own unique way.

It’s hard to describe just how much of an accomplishment this album really is. Every song seems as if it could be playing on the radio tomorrow and four singles have already been picked up; “Starlight,” “Knights of Cydonia,” “Supermassive Black Hole,” and “Invincible.” This is one of the best, if not the best, rock album of 2006 and it is a shame if there are any fans of the genre out there without Black Holes and Revelations in their collection.