HOOP OF FLAME

Two epic compositions divided into 5 parts each kind of makes you expect something epic and majestic in either prog metal or symphonic prog rock territories; and although there are quite a few elements of the latter here this release is by no means a symphonic release as such.

Instead, these guys are all over the place in terms of musical styles - or at least foundations, for these tunes. Influences from Rush can be heard throughout, especially in the guitarwork, with melodic slightly staccato riff patterns that at times have a slight funky edge to them. There are also other tunes with layered guitarwork, combining acoustic guitars with hard rock riffs in a manner quite like Uriah Heep - a similarity that becomes even more obvious due to the use of organ in these compositions. Other tunes are more mellow, with dampened guitars and atmospheric, floating synths and keyboards; symphonic rock quite close to the neo progressive movement from the 80's.

It's a good release if your musical tastes encompass all of these stylistic wanderings - compelling tunes strong on mood and atmosphere.

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