DESOLATION ROSE

I cannot praise this album highly enough. The mood is often dark and angry - this is a prog rock band commenting on what the powers that be are doing to wreck the world.Roine's guitar is inventive and evocative.Thomas Bodin weighs in with some beautiful if at times understated keys,and the rhythm section is a powerhouse.The tracks segue into one another and the listener is swept along with the majesty of it all.The bonus disc is worth a listen also,a bit more chilled and great for a wind down.The production as usual is excellent- you can hear the lyrics above the complex backdrop,and the sound is crisp and clear. This could rate in their top 3 albums,and so far I reckon is album of the year!!!!