DECALOGUE OF DARKNESS

"Decalogue of Darkness" is not a brand new album, but for me is an absolutely discovery, So let's introduce them. What at first seems like a strange band name is easy to explain, because only the names of the two musicians who were responsible for this project from the beginning are dealt with: DAvide Guidone and ALfio Costa. On this album they are supported by two guest musicians, so the line-up looks like this: Ettore Salati - guitars Bobo Aiolfi - basses. First of all, the fine presentation of the digipak appeals. The whole thing makes a very gloomy impression, and that is confirmed by the first sounds. The album consists of ten titles that are simply numbered and are called 'Chapter I' to 'Chapter X'. The Italians offer monumental Symphonic Prog on it, which sometimes comes across as a bit bulky at one point or another. All Mellotron fans should be absolutely thrilled, because it is no coincidence that this instrument is at the top of the list above. Anyone who knows the music of Daal and the other projects of Alfio Costa, knows that this is an elementary part of his music. In addition, Daal has the powerful and varied drumming by Davide Guidoni. But the two guest musicians don't play a subordinate role either, they make important contributions. For example, the former The Watch guitarist Ettore Salati sets some accents, which goes well with the compositions of Costa. There are passages that bring back memories of old King Crimson, but the Swedish Änglagård should also come to mind from time to time.

Great, coherent album that arouses curiosity about the next album.