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The title track is a great piece of dynamic music; almost heavy at times and definitely hypnotic (but with such a band name it is just normal, I guess)! A very pleasant musical moment. Not easily accessible probably. But after a few spins, you should enjoy this heavy prog song.

"N.O. Mustang" sounds more on the improvised side. Bass is extremely strong and guitar sometimes seem to come out of ancient times (the late sixties). Actually, this number is a trip back to some German releases of the mid seventies ("Eloy"). The rhythmic section is truly amazing here and it ensures a fantastic result.

"Voodoo Dancer" is a wild number. "Canned Heat" is the reference. A good rocking boogie, with some repetitive guitar parts, but again what is remarkable is the duo drams / bass. A solid foundation, by all means.

The longest number from this album (but there won't be any short ones), is the most complex of the whole. At times Crimsonian, at times fully metal oriented : it won't leave your mind at peace, that's a given fact. Some Oriental mood towards the end adds a fine touch to it.

If you like heavy (prog) music, this album might well suit your taste. But hold on tight (I did the same comment for "Oceansize" 's debut).

Most of the music of "Hypnos 69" is instrumental on this album. And it is very well so because Steve Houtmeyers (the vocalist but not only) while on duty is not convincing ("Like Waves On The Wind"). It's a pity because this is a mighty song as well. It ends up on a Porcupine Tree style of track and the last four minutes are extraordinary.

Three stars for the debut from this Belgian band which could feature more diversity but since we don't have many interesting ones, it is a pleasure to mention such a group as Hypnos 69 when possible.

I am really impressed with the great job from Tom Vanlaer on the bass throughout this album. Do try to listen to it and share your comments since there are only two reviews for this album (by two Belgian reviewers.).

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