THE WARMEST SUN IN WINTER

Those who have followed BelIeve throughout their journey and got used to their dark mood might get surprised at this album. The rock is simple and epurated, with emphasis on melodies and calm moods. It's a cute album, one you listen in winter while feeling moony. The rock, the guitar doesn't really surprise you, there is little violin, there is nothing extravagant, super original, but it does contrast with the rest of their music; it's a step on their journey. I would say it's a very decent conclusion for Believe's first period. After that, they'll have 4 years to really think through and decide what kind of music they want to make, and they'll produce the incredible Seven Widows. The Warmest Sun in Winter is not an essential, but it's a pleasant album nonetheless. (it's also supposed to be a concept album but that didn't really strike me, it's a bit too subtle; there is indeed some thematic consistency, but not that much more)