THE RAVEN THAT REFUSED TO SING (AND OTHER STORIES)

What strikes my interest the most with this album is that it is a set of supernatural stories that Wilson conjured up in his mind, and inspired by old folk-lore or something or another. Upon researching the lyrics and learning what each song was about, there then came room for further appreciation. My personal favorite song on the album is "The Watchmaker", and fans of Genesis would probably find the same opinion. Now that I really think about it, each song deserves to be someone's favorite. The entire album is perfectly balanced and everything fits real nice-like. Wilson's ability to produce and write shine brighter than ever, from the fast-paced rhythms of "Luminol" and "The Holy Drinker" to the pure emotional swells of "The Raven That Refused To Sing" and "Drive Home". The chorus of "The Pin Drop" gives me the chills, especially once I learned what the actual pin drop meant.

If you are a fan of Porcupine Tree or anything that has this man's face/name contained within its contents, I wouldn't hesitate to obtain this wonderful masterpiece if I were you. Each moment is without waste, and every note is calculated perfectly.

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