ONCE

A true masterpiece! A brilliant release from Finnland's finest progressive metal band. Before I heard this album, minor thoughts filled in my head. And I was wrong, this album really blew me away! Tarja's vocal is getting better and better. The music is also top notch! Bold, great compositions and beautifully polished with great orchestral arrangements. From the beginning, the track "Dark Chest of Wonder" directly blasts right in your face. So powerful! A great opener. It follows with a line of fine great tracks. You must hear it by yourself. And I am agree with other reviewers, ONCE is Number One!!! -Jakarta, Dec 10, 2004- 10:55 am