DAEDALUS

The project masterminds Davide Guidoni and Alfio Costa are back in 2022 with a new outstanding album production. They already have gained a lot of reputation in the scene when it comes to an experimental eclectic prog music delivery. For what reason ever, considering their entire discography, well, they are putting some little hurdles in place, this has to be contemplated attentively. Nearly all albums are assigned with rather conform yet similar titles. Pay attention, mix-up errors pre-determined probably. Quite obvious in addition, on this occasion the band is complementing with the wellknown Deadalus Saga, which most prudently is deriving from the Greek Mythology. Music-wise the album proves again that they are able to keep up a high level of entertainment and production.

Who is involved? DAvide + ALfio = DAAL, yep, recently revealed by a certain in Hungary born prog aficionado! Furthermore Ettore Salati and Bobo Aiolfi ('... our very special guests ...') are responsible for all required electric guitar duties. How does it feel? The particular songs respectively themes are meandering a lot, like worked out with proper jamming appeal. Though there's a lot going on here anyway. It's just of a relaxed flow predominantly, also equipped with a dark mooded ambiance as usual. Somewhat suitable, as Daedalus' life is running into some really tragical moments. That said, for instance he will lose his son Ikarus, this due to a preventable accident. Accordingly the CD booklet is designed with dark violet colors overall. Unfortunately, in consequence, the text readability is not really ideal. Just a minor issue though.

If you're ready for a Journey Through The Spiral Mind ... well, a gripping ambient intro might be the best transition you can expect. I'm quite sure, in general, this is dedicated to the album protagonist's highs and lows, in particular his brilliant skills as an inventor, builder, artist. The last minutes of this track are preparing an irresistable mood without equal, brilliant! Ikarus Dreams and Painting Wings most likely are mirroring the context around the aforementioned accident. Soaring guitars, excellent drumming, wonderful symphonic tinged keyboards, where the use of the Mellotron is not overdone. This is quite a rounded matter, finally culminating in the beautiful In My Time Of Shadow. 4.5 stars so far for this pleasant listening experience.