A FINE DAY TO EXIT

As many of you stated, this is the first Anathema album I have heard, and it probably is my favorite Anathema album (but A Natural Disaster is really not far behind). There is an undefinable thread linking all songs, a vibe felt throughout the entire album that grows on you. At times reminiscent of Pink Floyd (notice how Cavanagh's voice sounds like Roger Waters in the second half of Looking Outside Inside), Porcupine Tree, Radiohead and even the Beatles (the piano part in opening track "Pressure"). Great lyrics, intense songs, great vocals.

One downfall : the last song "Temporary Peace". I think the album could have ended in a much better manner, and it is kind of a let down to end such a good album with a song that is sub-par in comparison with the rest the songs.

Though I fail to see how it could be categorized as "progressive" even with the above comparisons, I have no doubt that fans of the said bands will definitely enjoy this one.

A very good introduction to this band.