FACT AND FICTION

Twelfth Night

Neo-Prog

4.02 | 179 ratings

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ZowieZiggy
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"Twelfth Night" has to be considered as a pioneer in the neo-prog style in which they are confined because there are hardly any other genres in which they can fit in.

When you listen to the opening number "We Are Sane", there is more new wave influence than anything else (I'm referring here to the great "Magazine" for instance). There is an incredible beat all the way through: what a great and dynamic song is this! A highlight by all means.

The special vocal style from Geoff Mann also adds a special angle to their music. A definite original touch for sure.

The next song is more conventional and holds most of the neo-prog gimmicks that will spread out later in the decade. Great bass play and a sustained guitar solo are the key elements of this good song.

The other epic "Creepshow" is quite related to "Genesis" ("Watcher" namely) and is quite more in line with what is expected from a neo-prog band. Still, the start of this album could have led to another conclusion. OK, the guitar finale is poignant.

The smooth and passionate "Love Song" is a fine manner to close this work. Glittering guitar, nice melody and skilled keys are fantastically combined. It is my second fave actually. A great opener and a great closing number.

"Fact & Fiction" is a good album. Three stars.

ZowieZiggy | 3/5 | 2010-11-6

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