THE SHAPE OF RAIN

Mickey Simmonds

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Symphonic Prog

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3.09 | 4 ratings | 1 reviews | 25% 5 stars

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Studio Album, released in 1996

Songs / Tracks Listing

1. Gone (7:47)
2. Terminus (5:45)
3. The Dark (6:44)
4. A Field (3:36)
5. In a Country (4:05)
6. Red Mist (2:03)
7. A Few Home Truths (6:09)
8. At the Edge (2:17)
9. Twilight (3:58)
10. A Wake (6:13)

Total Time 48:37

Line-up / Musicians

- Mickey Simmonds / all instruments
- Martin Sunley / voice

Releases information

CD released on Cymbeline Records (Netherlands) CYMPLY 5075-2

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MICKEY SIMMONDS The Shape of Rain ratings distribution

3.09
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Essential: a masterpiece of progressive rock music(25%)
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Review by SouthSideoftheSky
SPECIAL COLLABORATOR Symphonic Team

A few home truths

The Shape of Rain was Mickey Simmonds first solo record. It was released in 1996, the same year that saw the release of Camel's Harbour of Tears album on which Simmonds played keyboards. Before that Simmonds had toured with Camel in support of Dust and Dreams (and his playing can be heard on the excellent live album Never Let Go). These Camel albums as well as Stationary Traveller are indeed relevant reference points when describing the sound and mood of The Shape of Rain.

There is a concept behind the album and there are many parts with vocals telling the sad story of a troubled girl, though personally I like the instrumental parts best. The album is more cohesive than the follow-up Seven Colours of Emptiness.

Overall, a quality album.

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