Montreal -symphonic rock from 2005!
Overall, this album is beautifully composed, well structured, rich with catchy melody in many segments, integrating a wide range of musical elements and
influences but is still cohesive as an album. The skills contributed by each musician are all at par excellent with special attention on dynamic bass lines, roaring
keyboard / Hammond in symphonic and psychedelic style, powerful vocals, and stunning guitar. Musically, this is an excellent and almost flawless album. Despite heavy
influences from previous bands, their music is not derivative. As far as musical flow, the band concludes the album with climax that brings listener to musical ecstasy and
curious mind that drive for another spins. It does happen here – unlike the first album that did not. Beside music, I think the CD sonic quality has improved compared to
debut album. Hamadryad is a band to consider in prog arena. Overall rating is 4+ out of 5 with a possibility to upgrade into full five stars as my appreciation grows
together with number of spins. Highly recommended! Keep on proggin` ..!
Progressively yours,
GW - Review #307
great symphonic rock in crimson-giant-genesis-yes-style .-CAN-2005!
recommended!