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 "Creativity in the service of melody."

 With every new listen, it is possible to discover a small detail previously ignored.

Haggada'h, a young band from Padua, impresses with their debut demo featuring well-crafted and original melodic songs. They mix technical skill with thoughtful lyrics about society and personal themes. Their sound spans intimate ballads to more aggressive, progressive-inspired tracks. The review highlights their creativity and emotional depth, presenting them as a fresh and intelligent voice in the local music scene. Listen to Haggada'h's intriguing demo and explore fresh, intelligent melodies with emotional depth.

 "Octahedron highlights the intimate and less show-off vein of the American group."

 "Cedric finally almost entirely sings in a way that’s agreeable, as I like it, without screams, falsettos and damnably exaggerated effects."

Octahedron, the fifth studio album by The Mars Volta, marks a shift toward a more intimate and less extravagant sound. The album is shorter than usual, featuring acoustic songs and restrained electric tracks. Cedric Bixler-Zavala's vocals are more agreeable without excessive screams or effects. While guitar solos are less prominent and drumming is toned down, the album remains enjoyable and emotionally resonant. Overall, it's a successful transitional album worth exploring. Listen to Octahedron by The Mars Volta and experience their intimate, melodic evolution today!

 The song was liked: a nice bass line, somewhat dark tones, and a chorus perhaps even a bit too sunny and melodic, but overall it was enjoyable to listen to.

 Overall, it’s a good pop-rock record, nothing exceptional, but the memories it brought back stirred in me a pleasant smiling nostalgia.

The review reflects on the reviewer’s nostalgic journey rediscovering An Emotional Fish’s 1993 album Junk Puppets. It highlights songs like "Rain," "Harmony Central," and "Careless Child" while recalling the era of music videos and cassette tapes. Though the album is described as a solid pop-rock record rather than extraordinary, it evokes warm, positive feelings. The reviewer expresses the joy of finally obtaining the album’s CD version after years of searching. Dive into An Emotional Fish’s Junk Puppets and relive the heartfelt sounds of 90s pop-rock nostalgia!

 I like to imagine "Maybe?" as a gentle autumn breeze that caresses the face and then gradually increases to become a wind that carries away the yellowed and withered leaves.

 From the beach, I listen to the now steadily calm waves of the sea of sound, and I look forward to setting sail again.

Green Carnation's Acoustic Verses marks a striking shift from their metal roots to an acoustic, folk-inspired sound filled with melancholy and poetry. The album features delicate instrumentation and expressive vocals by Kjetil Nordhus. Highlights include poignant songs rich in emotional depth and literary references, such as an Edgar Allan Poe poem. The album's long tracks showcase atmospheric and dreamy melodies, culminating in a vivid musical journey. Overall, it's a refined and captivating acoustic experience. Dive into Green Carnation's Acoustic Verses and experience a heartfelt acoustic folk journey full of poetry and emotion.

 The guitar is a trapeze artist flying from one scale to another offering the most spectacular numbers.

 It is certainly not an easy-to-listen-to record, but it will undoubtedly not disappoint lovers of "rocking and around" guitar.

Clark-Hutchinson's debut album A = MH2 showcases exceptional instrumental prog rock, led by Mick Hutchinson's guitar mastery. The album offers a meditative journey through diverse improvisations and atmospheric compositions. Each track builds a unique soundscape blending bass, percussion, piano, sax, and guitar solos. Though challenging, it rewards listeners who appreciate emotive and contemplative music. Dive into Clark-Hutchinson's A = MH2 and experience a masterful journey of instrumental prog rock guitar artistry.

 Rocky's voice is unique, not always excellent, but often slightly hoarse and edgy, which I like.

 'Il soldato' is a true gem: melancholic and poignant, characterized by poetic and desperate lyrics.

Rocky's Filj's 1973 album 'Storie di uomini e non' stands out as a noteworthy work in Italian progressive rock, featuring a distinctive vocal style and a rare absence of keyboards that highlights guitar and saxophone solos. The album combines poignant lyrics with engaging jazz-rock elements. Despite the band's brief career and tragic end of the lead singer, this album remains a hidden gem worth exploring by prog and jazz-rock fans. Dive into the unique sounds of Rocky's Filj and rediscover one of Italy's finest prog-rock treasures from the '70s!

 His voice evokes emotion, his singing is tormented, his screams seem choked.

 'Ode To Venus' features a sing-spoken section with an organ in the background that gives a sense of unease.

Niemen’s 1973 album 'Ode To Venus' showcases his progression into prog rock with emotionally charged vocals and a strong, versatile band. The album blends translations of his Polish songs with powerful instrumental pieces. The review highlights Niemen’s unique voice, dynamic song moods, and virtuosic musicianship. It praises both the emotional depth and musical complexity of this classic work. Listen to Niemen's 'Ode To Venus' and experience a profound prog rock journey full of emotion and virtuosity.

 There truly is excellent merchandise: Jackson’s Ian Gillan-like high notes in "God is the Dog".

 A very enjoyable album that can be listened to peacefully even by those who do not love progressive.

Indian Summer's 1971 debut album stands as a noteworthy hard-prog release with dark hues and melodic appeal. Vocalist Bob Jackson delivers Ian Gillan-like highs, while guitarist Colin Williams impresses with extended solos. Songs balance virtuosity with accessibility, making it enjoyable even for casual prog listeners. The album's mystical and captivating tracks create a memorable listening experience. Unfortunately, the band never followed up with a second album. Listen now to Indian Summer's debut album and uncover a classic hard-prog treasure from 1971!

 I consider this album an authentic unknown gem of 70s rock, three talented guys who didn’t get the right luck they deserved.

 'No More White Horses' ... alternates hard-electric moments with soft-acoustic ones with fantastic solos.

The review highlights T2's sole 1970 album 'It’ll All Work Out In Boomland' as an overlooked classic blending hard rock and psychedelic rock. It praises standout tracks like 'In Circles' and 'No More White Horses' for their brilliant guitar solos and emotional depth. The album’s long suite 'Morning' is noted for combining the album's key elements. Bonus tracks on the CD release are commended for their quality. Overall, it's regarded as an authentic gem of 70s rock by talented but underrecognized musicians. Explore the hidden 70s classic 'It’ll All Work Out In Boomland' by T2 and experience a unique blend of hard rock and psychedelia today!

 The best parts are delivered by the bass-flute duo: Satoshi seemed to me an excellent bassist, while Kazumi gives something different to the compositions with his flute.

 I would particularly recommend it to those who love prog-metal and to those who want to listen to something different and somewhat original.

Naikaku's Shell album is a prog-metal work led by a bassist-flutist duo from Japan, delivering a unique sound. The reviewer highlights powerful riffs combined with standout flute melodies. Favorite tracks include "Crisis" and "Shell." Recommended for prog-metal fans seeking originality. Listen to Naikaku's Shell to experience fresh prog-metal with a unique bass and flute combo!