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| I quite liked their first album, so I'll be listening to this! |
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They're simply sailing along "The Same River"
I see what you did there.
Ok, I'll guess I will check this out. It can't go wrong with all those references. |
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Written by Unhealer on 12.04.2012 at 17:48
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They're simply sailing along "The Same River"
I see what you did there.
Ok, I'll guess I will check this out. It can't go wrong with all those references.
You noticed 
It's more of a feeling than an actual sound, but there are still similarities in sound - "The Motives Of The Machine" sends me straight back to Sieges Even for example. But according to the interviews, the main songwriter doesn't listen to a lot of modern prog bands so I don't know whether they were actually inspired by, let's say, Riverside while writing this. Not that it would matter if they were, they definitely have a signature sound which I'm happy to promote here. |
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I've been waiting for this album for so long! Can't wait to get my hands on it ::greedy face::
Good review Mora! I loved their first album and have been really looking foward to this, judging by your review, I won't be disappointed! |
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| I heard This Aching Isolation on youtube. Beautiful. Reminds me of Tool. |
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Dissona fulfilled my prog needs and I need to listen to this too .
last year we got at least 3142115134131 good prog albums :p
I guess everyone got "The Same River" part ... so obivous  |
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| This sounds interesting, I think I might check this out sometime soon. |
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Thought this was a new Enochian Crescent album and saw the rating... then I realized it's another prog release.
World makes sense again. |
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Written by Milena on 12.04.2012 at 17:57
Quick, what's the first thing that comes to your mind when I say "emotional, stripped down, dismal proggy music"?
run away as fast as possible |
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Written by theFIST on 12.04.2012 at 21:25
run away as fast as possible
You're in my siggie now. Whoever you are, I love you and commend your sense of humor |
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Written by Milena on 12.04.2012 at 21:34
Written by theFIST on 12.04.2012 at 21:25
run away as fast as possible
You're in my siggie now. Whoever you are, I love you and commend your sense of humor
wow, sweet of you 
but who"s siggie? |
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Wow, a new album? I've been listening to their previous album for weeks now, and I LOVE it. And I don't usually fall in love with prog releases. Must check this out! Hvala, Mora  |
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Written by theFIST on 12.04.2012 at 22:05
but who"s siggie?
My forum signature |
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| Hmmmm nice review.. gotta check this out |
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Written by malaikat on 12.04.2012 at 22:30
Wow, a new album? I've been listening to their previous album for weeks now, and I LOVE it. And I don't usually fall in love with prog releases. Must check this out! Hvala, Mora
I LOVE this one, couldn't recommend it more. The first listen went like "oh yeah, I like this, I like that" and when it amounted to dozens of things I liked, I couldn't stop listening to it. So glad this year is bringing the goods... from the accomplished progsters, we have the new OSI, we'll have the new Fates Warning, the new Rush will be coming out (although we shouldn't expect to much from the so-called mainstream, but it's always nice to anticipate)... and from small bands we have this and Dissona so far, and I've heard good stuff for Beyond The Bridge too. Most awesome. Nema na čemu |
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Written by Milena on 12.04.2012 at 22:35
Written by theFIST on 12.04.2012 at 22:05
but who"s siggie?
My forum signature
oh, ok
by the way sweetheart, may i get a hug? |
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Written by Milena on 12.04.2012 at 22:44
So glad this year is bringing the goods... from the accomplished progsters, we have...
Arjen Lucassen too, probably. I had no interest in his solo release at all, but I have to say the song he released today as a teaser is damn good. |
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| Woot, thank you for this Mora. It's about damn time they get some recognition. Their first "major" release in 2009 and this album bombshell signals something fresh in the prog world. These guys and Haken are getting my idle prog juices flowing again. |
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Written by theFIST on 12.04.2012 at 23:01
by the way sweetheart, may i get a hug?
Why not, I always act like I have "free hugs" stamped on my forehead.
*hugs* |
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Written by Unhealer on 12.04.2012 at 23:28
Arjen Lucassen too, probably. I had no interest in his solo release at all, but I have to say the song he released today as a teaser is damn good.
Oh yeah, I listened to it and especially loved his commentary. I never listened to a lot of his stuff so I can't compare though. |
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Written by Milena on 13.04.2012 at 00:05
Written by theFIST on 12.04.2012 at 23:01
by the way sweetheart, may i get a hug?
Why not, I always act like I have "free hugs" stamped on my forehead.
*hugs*
we should meet offline somewhen  |
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Written by theFIST on 13.04.2012 at 00:18
we should meet offline somewhen
I hope that was creepy on intention, good sir. |
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Written by Milena on 13.04.2012 at 00:22
Written by theFIST on 13.04.2012 at 00:18
we should meet offline somewhen
I hope that was creepy on intention, good sir.
yes of course, better lady |
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| Will be listening to this for sure. Thanks for the reco, Mora. |
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Sounds interesting, I'll check them out (hopefully soon).
So far you've succeeded to catch my attention with every review you've written, so why stop such a nice tradition?  |
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| It has some great moments the vocals are good indeed, nice review, although not my cup of tea |
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Wes - 15.04.2012 at 07:22
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Wow, I really like This Aching Isolation. And I agree, the first band I think of is Riverside, yet this is definitely different.
Great review, and thanks |
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| Well! It's time to listen! Thanks for the review |
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Might check this out considering I know a couple of albums/bands you mentioned.
Also, Hi again! |
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Written by Mr. Doctor on 16.04.2012 at 22:24
Might check this out considering I know a couple of albums/bands you mentioned.
Also, Hi again!
Hi Rod I've told Marcel to tell you hi a couple of times, but I think he forgot
This is really, really good, between-prog-rock-and-prog-metal kind of prog. Has a lot of emotional content and it's overall pretty amazing. Might end up as my favorite. So if you find time and determination, sure. |
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Written by Milena on 17.04.2012 at 00:40
Written by Mr. Doctor on 16.04.2012 at 22:24
Might check this out considering I know a couple of albums/bands you mentioned.
Also, Hi again!
Hi Rod I've told Marcel to tell you hi a couple of times, but I think he forgot
No he didn't forget. I did got the little messages and I appreciate them.
I really missed the you and all the elite/staffers... The whole community overall |
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Written by Mr. Doctor on 17.04.2012 at 00:48
I really missed the you and all the elite/staffers... The whole community overall
No you didn't. You said you couldn't care less and I even had to force you to try and log in which you refused |
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Where have I seen that album cover before  |
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Written by Marcel Hubregtse on 17.04.2012 at 02:39
No you didn't. You said you couldn't care less and I even had to force you to try and log in which you refused
Aaaand, Rod is caught with his pants down |
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Written by R'Vannith on 17.04.2012 at 17:13
Where have I seen that album cover before
It reminds me of something too, but I have no idea what could it be. |
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Thanks to everyone who takes the time to check us out...and thanks once more for the excellent review, me lady.
:-)
Ben |
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| I've been wracking my brains to try and figure out who Ben's vocals remind me of. And it's finally hit me, sounds like a mix between Duda of Riverside and Englund of Evergrey. Very engrossing in any case. |
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Written by R'Vannith on 05.06.2012 at 08:27
I've been wracking my brains to try and figure out who Ben's vocals remind me of. And it's finally hit me, sounds like a mix between Duda of Riverside and Englund of Evergrey. Very engrossing in any case.
Nailed it right on the head. Ben's a damn fine singer. |
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| Finally got around to listen to this album and now I'm beating myself up for not doing it earlier! This is beautiful stuff. |
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| I find myself enjoying the beginning and end of this album, but have been losing interest during the middle. That second track "This Aching Isolation" started out reminding me of Tool, which caught my attention when I first listened and the final track "Loves" is phenomenal. The music does meander between both straightforward neo-prog and the heavier, somewhat "mystical" prog metal elements. Then there are the experimental/art rock sections that really throw you for a loop. I was trying to catch up with all of last year's releases and it seems I am going to have to give this one more of an effort. The singer reminds me of Peter Gabriel at times, but he still hasn't won me over completely. Great review for challenging album (in terms of progressive metal). |
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Written by Introspekrieg on 04.01.2013 at 07:28
I find myself enjoying the beginning and end of this album, but have been losing interest during the middle. That second track "This Aching Isolation" started out reminding me of Tool, which caught my attention when I first listened and the final track "Loves" is phenomenal. The music does meander between both straightforward neo-prog and the heavier, somewhat "mystical" prog metal elements. Then there are the experimental/art rock sections that really throw you for a loop. I was trying to catch up with all of last year's releases and it seems I am going to have to give this one more of an effort. The singer reminds me of Peter Gabriel at times, but he still hasn't won me over completely. Great review for challenging album (in terms of progressive metal).
After several months with this album I would have written a little better one, I think. It's by far my favorite release in 2012 anyway. Glad you gave it some time of your day! |
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