DARK MATTER

IQ

Neo-Prog

4.07 | 1038 ratings

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This was my introduction to IQ, as it is the first IQ disc distributed in America. I have had it in my CD player more than any other disc since I received it.

This disc delivers two epics, and three shorter songs, all above average. Other reviews have gone through track by track descriptions of the songs, so I will not bore the reader with my comments. Suffice it to say that each song has its high points. My personal favorite is "Born Brilliant", one of the shorter tracks, in which Peter Nicholls delivers a litany of personal flaws that make even some of my co-workers look like angels. All of the songs are accessible, yet the musicianship and production take the songs above your average pop band. Peter Nicholls voice fits the music perfectly.

This disc was a great introduction to this prolific band. I have since hunted down and purchased earlier IQ discs, and intend on purchasing even more. When a disc can turn you into a fan of the band after never hearing them before, I would have to say it is an excellent disc.

I do not give this disc five stars, however, as it is not "essential". There are certainly other discs on this website that a person beginning his or her prog collection needs in their collection before this disc. This disc is fantastic all the way through, and has grown on me through repeated listenings. Do yourself a favor, and pick this up!

lobster41 | 4/5 | 2004-11-24

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