SHADOWLANDS

Glass Hammer resurfaced in 2004 with the "Shadowlands" album which continues in their vein of ELP/Yes inspired elegant progressive rock. But you'll certainly see tons of other influences (Kansas in the last track, Spock's beard etc.) Compositions are longer than usual allowing not to hassle things and offer really ornate keyboard workouts that draw my most attention apart from a few solid hooks. I didn't know the original song by Dan Fogelberg and must admit that Glass Hammer made it quite sophisticated and provide some good vocal harmonies. The last composition is my favourite one due to Kansas references, classical music inspired elements and the finishing 6 minute instrumental section that is very symphonic.