FROM THE WITCHWOOD

More like 3.5 stars. As much as I enjoy folk, this album just doesn't seem to deserve 4 stars from me. Maybe in time I will enjoy it more, but for now, it's not a necessary purchase by any means.

A Glimpse of Heaven - This track has a church-sounding organ with simple vocals. It has a repetitive feel to it. It is still decent, but not extraordinary.

Witchwood - The main riff feels like it's copied from somewhere else, but I do not know from where. It has a Middle Eastern or Indian feel to it while still sounding like British folk.

Thirty Days - This track definitely reminds me of the Beatles. Both the vocals and the sitar are reminiscent of Tomorrow Never Knows and Norwegian Wood.

Flight - The first part of the song sounds like a Beatles song. The second half reminds me of just any repetitive classic rock song heard on the radio. The keys and subtle percussion are pleasant in this song.

The Hangman and the Papist - Rick Wakeman's keys start out the song. Once the vocals come in, the song decreases in enjoyability. The vocals seem shaky. The song reminds me of Jethro Tull.

Sheep - This song is less folk-like in comparison to the rest of the album. It is also more upbeat than other songs. The vocals irritate me on this track. Wakeman continues to inspire.

Cannondale - Back to folk, the harmonies are very nice in this song. The sitar makes it sound psychedelic.

The Shepherd's Song - This song is one of my favorites from this album. It has the perfect balance of all instruments for me. This reminds me of Jethro Tull plus sitar.

In Among the Roses - This track feels like the same small bit repeated over and over again, but that small bit is very pleasant and calm. It has a slight country feel.

I'll Carry on Beside You - This is the song that sounds most like a typical classic rock song on the radio. It's upbeat and has a heavier emphasis on guitar.