CANDRA

They continue with the English vocals that they first started on their previous album, although there are Polish vocals on one track. This is a definite improvement over their last album and for the first time they offer up a long proggy tune at 13 1/2 minutes. Some good variety here and more atmosphere than ever.

"Ronaa" opens with experimental sounds before the song kicks in with vocals. This one rocks. Check out the guitar when the vocals stop briefly. It's heavy duty late. Great start. "Luna II" is much more laid back although it turns fuller before a minute. It settles back as contrasts continue. Man she sounds good on this record. "Meren-Re" opens with drums and guitar as reserved vocals join in. The guitar sounds so good as it's picked like on BAUER's debut. Love that sound. "Body Dialogue" opens with bass and picked guitar as keys join in. It's building. Reserved vocals a minute in. It kicks in after 2 minutes as contrasts continue. It ends in an experimental way.

"To See Yourself" is the only Polish sung track. It's DEAD CAN DANCE- like to start with those vocal melodies that come and go. Vocals come in as well. Piano after 2 minutes. "Asuu" is the epic.It opens with atmosphere as loud experimental sounds come in. PORCUPINE TREE-like synths come in around 2 1/2 minutes. Vocals a minute later are almost spoken. It's heavier 6 1/2 minutes in. Some nice drum work 8 1/2 minutes in followed by some grinding guitar. Nice ! I love when the vocals return. It settles 12 1/2 minutes in to the end in a dark and experimental manner. "Luna" opens with vocals and thick atmosphere. Drums a minute in. Guitar before 4 minutes. "Goodnight" features some guest strings that continue throughout with emotional vocals. A moving track.

A solid 4 stars for this their sixth album.