FRAMES

I had done just a little bit of research about Oceansize, saw on our site it was categorized as psychedelic/space which can be an interesting category so I decided to check it out. Played it a few times and couldn't help thinking: psychedelic ??? space ??? This is a pure mix of Tool and Anathema to me and if I'm not mistaking they are in Post metal or something. And that's where this band belongs (probably already a discussion in the forum by now) and this is essential information because that is a category I would have thought twice before buying something out of it.

How does Oceansize relate to the mentioned bands ? Well, I have to be honest, it's only a strong resemblance not a copy of TOOL and ANATHEMA. The similarity lies in the way they approach their songs. The songs are not about producing melodic tunes but more about producing original sound and sound effects. And that's simply not my cup of tea although I think it's fair to say Oceansize is better suited for my taste than the two mentioned bands. In the case of Oceansize I don't have the urge to switch it off immediately so that means the music doesn't annoy me like with the other two is often the case.

There are even a few very good songs (1st, 3rd and the bonus track Voorhees) on the album that make me doubt about giving it 4 stars. It's actually 3,5 for the album as a whole and the fact it all does make a classy impression makes me give it the benefit of the doubt. 4 stars this time.