terça-feira, 22 de outubro de 2013

*. CiRCA: .* (Reissue 2013)

Album: Circa: HQ (2009)(Reissue 2013)
Genre: Prog Rock (Crossover/Jazz/AOR/Pop)  /  USA

Let me begin by contradicting the previous review. This Circa album is far, far better than the first one, in fact it is an exceptional album. Now, I am one of those that can not hear anything Asia or related and the first Circa album did not even made it to my CD player. It was after I was forced to hear this one in a car that I did really paid attention to this band. The first Circa album is not my cup of tee, I won't even play it again. First of all there are a few tunes in here that are incredible good, for Yes fans, Tony Kaye formations, there is plenty to like in this album, as there are so many well crafted organ parts, really a treat ! Just listen to the last cut, "remember aling the way" at 12:35 minutes long the one that stands out for me. The guitar work is also notable and there are some parts that really makes you want for more. One of the most tragic things in Prog Rock is its magical ability to find the worst singers available and the worst lyricists in the planet, I am happy to say that in both categories Circa performs very well. In all one album that deserves better and prejudice, like the one I had just 'cos is Asia related will make you loose the oportunity to listen to une of the jewels of the year, along with Magma, Mouse on Keys, Forgas Band Phenomena, Kotebel, Umphrey's McGee, N.y.X , Gösta Berlings Saga, the decemberist, Zu and Miriodor. Before being put down by the first review, make your own judgment, get a copy of this album and digest it , you might be as surprised as I was, 'cos I was not expecting such a good album from anywhere near any Asia related band. 
Review by "Sonicexplorer" (Prog Archives).

RATING:  7.75 / 10

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