BLÅKULLA

Somewhat average/slightly above-average sympho from an obscure Swedish band. Yes is the obvious influence here, probably comparable to TIME AND A WORD or THE YES ALBUM, as the album is totally piano/organ based. It's well-played, and the modest keyboard work is charming in the face of the Mellotron/synth overkill so many similarly-intentioned bands indulge in. The vocals tend towards the strident at times. The CD appends three bonus tracks, which have more of a heavy rock basis, yet remain explicitly prog/Yes influenced.

A pleasant/enjoyable enough album, but not a must-own.