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 It’s as if Glass Hammer pushed themselves to where even Yes feared to tread.

 A great album, in my opinion, suitable for the progger always hungry and never satisfied with their favorite food.

Glass Hammer’s album If is a demanding yet rewarding progressive rock experience, part of a trilogy featuring Jon Davison's vocals before his shift to Yes. It abandons previous Tolkien and medieval themes for pure, intricate neo-progressive compositions. The record excels in musical precision, compositional freedom, and distinctive performance, especially highlighted by Shendel’s and Babb’s instrumentation. Fans of advanced prog will find the album challenging and fulfilling. Dive into Glass Hammer’s If and explore one of the most intricate and passionate neo-progressive albums ever made!

 The album is edgy, dynamic, excellently arranged, and brilliantly played.

 ‘My Empty Head’ is, in my opinion, the best track: a very acid start, then an understated first part, well-blended chords, almost jazzy...

Flicker's 2012 debut album 'How Much Are You Willing to Forget?' offers an edgy, dynamic, and well-crafted progressive rock experience. Led by Ellis Mordecai, the band blends acid riffs, intricate arrangements, and emotional vocals. Highlights include 'My Empty Head' and the radio-friendly 'Everywhere Face.' Despite waning inspiration in later tracks, the album remains a thoughtful reflection on communication and society. A solid one-time release from a band that vanished too soon. Dive into Flicker’s unique progressive sound—listen now and uncover a hidden 2012 gem!