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LIFE IN THE WIRESFrost*Neo-Prog4.27 | 130 ratings |
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I like this album, but there is fluff mixed
with the stronger songs, so maybe a single
album would have been more enjoyable
for me. The compositions vary from
ballads (1/3 of the album) to brutal - parts
of "Propergander" are crushing. The
solos, that were purposely absent from
"Day and Age" are back but limited. I really
dig Jem's voice and he is the main singer
on this release. Yeah!! No offense to
Declan or John, but for me, Jem is the
voice of Frost*. Standout tracks... "This House Of Winter" is my favorite. The strings towards the end of the song mixed with the gentle tinkling of the keyboard and xylophone gives me goosebumps. I like the heavy grooves of "Moral and Consequence" and how the tune blooms. Drastic changes propel the song from crazy to gentle, nice keyboard solo, and some serious off-kilter breaks. "Life in the Wires"... both parts rock but the epic second part takes you on a prog journey with unexpected twists and turns. This is what Frost* does best. Jem said he wanted to give a nod to Milliontown with this album but I don't hear it. Unfortunately, what I hear is a brickwalled mix that is fatiguing. Otherwise, this is a solid album that is a worthy addition for all Frosties.
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