MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE

Jadis is neo-prog, not far from its many middle of the 80-s started British peers (IQ, Pallas, Pendragon), but stands out for being very much guitar-dominated. Especially so on their first properly released album, More than Meets the Eye, where the blues-inspired, frequently high-octane, but always melodic guitar solos are front and center, making up the bulk of the songs. But I'd disagree with the common opinion that the verses and vocals are merely attachments to this. While Gary Chandler is no Caruso, of course, they are also catchy and hooky enough. And although Jadis has an accessible, 80-s style sound, songs are not simplistic as they seem at first glance, usually consisting of several main themes.