OCTAVARIUM

The ever praiseworthy title track is in fact the SECOND piece of music that opened the world of prog to me (right after 'panic attack' since my playlist was on shuffle) - and I fell instantly and deeply in love. Alright alright please don't mock me for listening out of order - I eventually found my way to the Crimson King and 'Close to the Edge'. Someone had to path that transition for me yes? I was in fact looking for an album of electronic music, and was delighted to find a strong album of (what I initially thought was) metal. Funny story.

It is a pleasure to enjoy this level of craftsmanship in the world of music. Can you write an almost perfect song that runs for 24 minutes? I cannot - and mostly likely you cannot either.

Panic attack is a perfect piece of prog-metal. Energetic, lyrical, powerful.

"Sacrificed Sons" is most memorable. Have another listen to that instrumental section. Again - could you write something like that? Give it a try - I dare you!

I do spin 'The Root of all evil' when I dig up this album, this is an excellent addition to the 12-step suite.

I applaud the band for constructing each track in the album with great precision, despite any less desirable episodes.

If you are keen on following prog since the pioneering giants of the 1970s finished up their gigs, the title track OCTAVARIUM is an essential track for your music library. Oh that haunting reprise theme ... gorgeous gorgeous..

Rock on prog-metal kings