DIRGE

So many people love the vocals of Hiroko Nagai but I can hardly listen to them. She really reminds me of a Broadway singer or someone singing in a cheesy musical. There is no question she can sing, but it also reminds me of some of the Christian artists that used to leave me shaking my head.The orchestration is also a distraction for me. Now if we talk about the lead guitarist and drummer, we're talking about outstanding musicians. They do often come and go like a tornado. They are both furious players,and although the quick start and stop style is impressive, that again is not something I enjoy a lot. I failed to hear the Canterbury flavour, but i'm sure that's just me.

So 3 stars for me. I can see why so many give this album 4 or 5 stars, MR.SIRIUS are impressive at what they do. This just doesn't suit my tastes that's all. Funny but after I gave it one final listen I put MOVING GELATINE PLATES on and thought this is more like it, no comparison.