PALE COMMUNION

Opeth - even if this is not mighty Heavy Metal any more, it is their right to progress. Opeth dare to move into uncharted music territories which means to me they are still "alive" and kicking. As a big fan of Deep Purple I hear some bits of Purple heritage on this album, especially in terms of keyboard work. I am more and more addicted to Pale Communion, it is dynamically "growing" every day. Fantastic hard rock, progressive journey offered by Opeth. I understand fans of growl that may be disappointed, but on the other hand Opeth do not follow Dream Theater, example of stagnation and lack of creativity. I have just realized, that Opeth are quickly climbing on my personal list of favourite bands. Welcome to top 10. In times when bands earn little if anything from selling albums, it is the effort and achievement I respect.