THE CONSTRUKCTION OF LIGHT

In oppposition to the majority of opinions, this album is not as bad as Fripp and reviewers claim, for two or three reasons: 1.) Lads keep trying hard and being on par with contemporary experimental rock/metal 2.) The album is as experimental and progressive as anything before 3.) The compositions are not top-notch but never mediocre or appalling.

From the first blues-influenced track with fantastic guitar wailing and rhythm section, it is clear that motivation hasn't faded away. Belew provides a bluesy cried out vocals that fits well. "The Konstrukction of light" is more reflective and reminds previous guitar-duo tracks. There is even an echo of the 80's KC when the rhythm section gets more stable. Singing creates a refreshing moment. "Into the frying pan" is not a fast but still heavy and intensive track that borders with progressive metal. The use of electronic drum kit puts a modern edge to the song. "Frakctured" is a fantastic track with quiet before the storm. It remotely reminds of "Fracture" and still quite r" is a an entirely new direction as it continues where "Sex, sleep,..." from 1995, experimenting with lyrics and word patterns. "Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Part IV" is of course similar to the 70's output but does not bring much new to the table apart from much modern drum sound. Using synths instead of mellotrion is another change. "Code I have a dream" feels like an downfalling anthem and is one of the catchy and more accessible songs. "Heaven and earth" is a track with a separate spirit having an electronica atmosphere.

Overall, this is the last really experimental album by KC as the Power to Believe is more conventional.