ADAM & EVE

This is probably the most consistent and lyrical album the Flower Kings have put out to date. It may even challenge Stardust We Are in the sheer beauty and inspiration of the compositions, but I am treading dangerous waters here... however, I can say with absolute certainty that this is the best album since The Rainmaker. The sound is tighter, the feel is more relaxed yet more focused, the sophistication is almost too high for a rock band (they are a rock band after all). But best of all are the memorable and heartfelt melodies in each song - you will remember most from the first listen. The music seems to gush forth in one uninterrupted flow, even the long tracks do not seem that long. There is no filler material here at all; all compositions are top notch, some standing out - like the mighty Driver Seat, the glowing Babylon, the romantically dark Vampire's View, the breathtaking Love Supreme... What can I add? I hate to use the old cliche "no progressive rock collection is complete without this album", but what the hell, I'll say it - no progressive rock collection is complete without this album!