This is a gorgeous album. It is lush and velvety like an ancient tapestry hung carefully in the vaults of ancient memory to guide the way with subtle symbolism towards those valuable treasures that lay hidden deep in ourselves in the dark places of our dreams. Seasons in Elfland is the first half of a two part release, THis is the Dark Half, and as such is more brooding and mist-shrouded than other more bubbly Woodland offerings on previous releases. As such this music is very healing, it goes to the deep and wounded places of the soul and heals them gently with a mother's touch and sweetly whispered words. But it's not gloomy, or ugly, ever. This is darkness in the sense of the deep ocean or deep roots, darkness where things might grow from and flourish , thanks to the sanctity of this special place. But it's not all tranquil reveries, songs like "Rose Red", "Fire in the Blood" and "Blood of the Moon" offer cheerful respite from the inward journeys offered by songs like "Golden Raven's Eye" and "Gates of Twilight." This is really a Cd to be listened to as a whole, as it really provides a cohesive journey for any magically spirited person. I can't recommend this album enough to anyone who wants a taste of REAL musical magic, reminiscent of ancient times, though given form in a modern fashion. There will be times in your life where this album is THE perfect album to be listening to, and in those times you will know that Woodland are true bards in the most sincere form. I truly love this album , more and more as time goes by. Listen with your heart and you will see!
Review by "Crispy Crow" (www.amazon.com).
RATING: 8.25 / 10
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