AFTER THE BATTLE

Taking the best from middle-period Genesis and weaving it into a blend that is like a strange cousin, Plackband came up with something very palatable to the prog-loving ear. While instrumentally alot similar kinda like post-Gabriel Genesis, the vocalisings are practically unique. 'Sign of the Knife' is my favorite track, with Kees' voice rising and falling on the same word in what seems his unique characteristic. The instrumentation is tight, melodic in that Genesis-vein, and many of the guitar phrasings sound very similar to Steve Hackett. Definitely has a place in any progressive rock-lover's collection.

4.5 stars.