DEDICATED TO CHAOS

Firstly, this is nowhere near the dizzy heights of yesteryear, let's make that clear, however, this is in no way a bad album as some would have you believe. I will admit that it took 3 or 4 listens, but patience has been rewarded with this CD. I found myself humming the tracks very soon after. It is a 'grower'. There are few progressive moments, but that has not been the Queensryche style for a long time now, so not unexpected. I enjoy especially the changes in mood that occur throughout the album, from hard rock to sublime melodies. Geoff Tate's vocals are probably their best for quite some time also. No real outstanding tracks though, so I won't pick one, however, in my opinion, no turkeys either. A very good album I think, and should be given a chance before being dismissed by all those who think that Queensryche should be releasing Rage For Order part 17!!!