RISE

Resistor- rise was my first exposure to this band and the music of Steve Unruh. In many ways this was the band I've been waiting for to come along for some time now. The music has some sort of 'unpretentiousness' about it that I really like yet the compositions and lyrics are strong. Especially the second half of this CD, the 40 minute 'the land of no groove' is a feast to these ears. It is hard not to recognize the early Rush references. Especially 2112 comes to mind. But I feel they are not copying their heroes. It is more they are playing a fantastic tribute.

Easily one of my favourite CDs of the year and very recommended to all!