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Glass Hammer left the shade of 3rd class prog-rock band by this release which shows improved playing, more lively sound instead of the early 90's cheesy sounds (especially on keyboards and drums). Thus they are able to further exceed the average vocal and average songwriting. Keyboard playing is solid, stately and acts as the main magnet. Guitar is a bit less visible but still well complements the sound as the second main instrument. In the compositions like "An Eldrich wind" the band shows their sense of melody and the vocal of acquired taste. Despite often sounding like bringing too much inspiration by ELP and Yes, somehow they fulfill my taste when it comes to a retro-prog album with good instrumental moments.