ANOTHER SECOND CHANCE

Nobody talks about music that "shrinks on you", let alone proggers, because after all good prog might need some space to breathe before pouring that first glass, So why do I feel like if I keep listening to this mellow instrumental post rock group, it will eventually tumble down the ratings tree? "Another Second Chance" is their last album as of this writing, and, while it at least sounds like the musicians are awake this time, I'm not sure I have made it through a full 40 minute listen without reaching for any lustreless new object in the vicinity. In all seriousness though, the first three tracks are propelled by creative work from new drummer Esa Starck and a good deal more oomph in the guitars, while somehow remaining mostly suitable as background music. The best are "Why the World Sleeps" and "My Golden Cage", before full-on drowsies really set in. I admit when I set out to review all BAULTA albums I was expecting more growth by the 4th installment, but perhaps they will need one more audition if and when the time comes. Just above 2.5 stars.