CHAPTER ONE: THE PLUMES OF ENCELADUS

This band is truly impressive, and this album is excellent. I don't know what happened on ProgArchives that it went almost completely unnoticed. To me, it's something of a musical sacrilege that an album of this quality has been overlooked or omitted.

Perhaps it's because many listeners today are looking for more original bands groups that don't sound like the classics, that bring something entirely new. But even so, this album deserves more recognition. It's outstanding, and in my opinion, even better than Part Two. The influences from Genesis and early Marillion are more evident here, which, for someone like me, is a definite plus.

Yes, this album is closer to that strange Genesis sound the Genesis of 1973, just before The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. I'm really enjoying this band. It feels like a time machine, bringing back the essence of that era, but it also has its own unique quality. That's what makes it even more appealing: it sounds fresh and up-to-date without ever being annoying or pretentious.

The production is warm and vintage. Maybe the cover art is a bit lacking, but musically, this is an extraordinary work. I found some information online that's worth sharing: the band is led by Gerard Freeman handles vocals and keyboards and guitars he is the creative mind behind the project and , with a virtuosic, gymnastic style full of flair. Paul Blackwell on bass, fellow prog fanatic like many of us here a master of the four strings. Joe Donegan, the drummer, has played in several tribute bands including, of course, a Genesis tribute. Chris Millwater, on keyboards and guitar, is a seasoned musician with a background in jazz who adds great atmosphere to the band's sound. Finally, Daniel Monaghan is a young and very talented guitarist who brings energy and freshness to the mix.

A very good listen and a strong addition to any progressive rock collection.