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To my mind, Oceansize is a true example of what Modern Prog should be. These guys are amazing: they have unique sound (well, of course they have some influences, PT for instance, but overall their sound is very individual), all the members of the band have skills and fresh ideas. The guitarists are awesome – they work together pretty well, the drummer is very skillful and the singer is an emotional one.

Their debut sounds mature and cohesive. There are 12 tracks on the album – actually, no fillers and nothing is out of place. It is significant that the guitar work is tremendous. The guitarists make all the atmosphere and melody of the songs. Moreover, the production is splendiferous.

Highlights (10/10): Massive Bereavement, You Wish, Remember Where You Are, Women Who Love Men Who Love Drugs, Saturday Morning Breakfast Show, Long Forgotten.

Other songs: I Am The Morning (8/10), Catalyst (9/10), One Day All This Could Be Yours (8/10), Rinsed (7/10), Amputee (9/10), Unravel (7/10).

Conclusion: Stunning and beautiful debut by one of the most talanted and gifted Modern Prog bands. Highly recommended to fans of Porcupine Tree and Tool.

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