Beardfish - The Void

progbethyname wrote: ^^ Yes my friend. Neal will grow on you even if his music is deeply rooted on the Christian religion. As I've gotten older I've been far more open minded to such religious under tones in music. I also have a grand suggestion for you, and that is the works of Saviour Machine. Another Christian metal band, who I have suggested to our fine purveyor of prog AUSSIE Byrd. This is a fantastic band, that does teach us about religion but on a Darker Level. Front man, Eric Clayton talks more about the reign of Satan in the book of revelations. SAVIOUR MACHINE devised a 3 part trilogy devoted to the whole biblical story of the book of Revelations. It's dark, melodic and has major virtuaso in the music. I HIGHLY recommend SAVIOUR MACHINE's LEGEND pt 1:1,2:1,3:1. Really think you and Aussie Byrd won't be sorry. Give it a spin. :) Also. SNOW is a good album. Takes a few listens to appreciate it, but it has the power to grow on you a lot. Aussie Byrd is a good friend. He did right by you there. :) enjoy my friend.

I know, I still need to listen to Saviour Machine!! I promised you, and I intend to dig into their music. I'm actually deeply fascinated to see these guys' take on their faith and beliefs!!

`Snow' is in some ways one of the more approachable `Beard' albums, there's a classy simplicity to much of the album, with a string of great straight-forward pieces, a number of knockout prog-blowouts and the odd dud! But it's a wonderful album, and really shows why Neal is probably the number 1 expert in combining accessible and memorable commercial melodies with technical prowess!

Yep, the `Big Big Train' album is slowly revealing it's charms to me! You're right, I think it's one of the most praised and best rated/reviewed albums of the year on here! It takes the best elements of Phil's Genesis `Trick/Wind and Wuthering' sophistication and exquisite group harmonies and incorporates them in a modern sounding symphonic group.

But although I'm off to bed now, when I get up again in a few hours, I'm going to put up a pretty rave review of the new Mystery album `The World Is A Game', which is a definate grower!

Hmmm, I think I'll start work on a `Void' review too! There's hardly any at all - probably why Tom and I started pimping the album on this thread in the first place lol!

Sagi, it IS the place for `The Void' love, but the affection has wavered and shifted from time to time lol!

I know what you mean about the `Sleeping in Traffic' albums, so much variety, endless musical ideas and much needed humour, they're very special albums! Probably been hard to beat, really!

`The Void' does seem to have been very patience-testing for some listeners.

Edited by Aussie-Byrd-Brother - November 28 2012 at 08:38

My oh my, the 3 songs on side 2 of the vinyl are INSANE !!!!!!!!  Especially 'This Matter of Mine'.  And that bottom-end bass (5 or 6 string) is just a pure knock-out - it should be illegal................

Aussie-Byrd-Brother wrote: progbethyname wrote: ^^ Yes my friend. Neal will grow on you even if his music is deeply rooted on the Christian religion. As I've gotten older I've been far more open minded to such religious under tones in music. I also have a grand suggestion for you, and that is the works of Saviour Machine. Another Christian metal band, who I have suggested to our fine purveyor of prog AUSSIE Byrd. This is a fantastic band, that does teach us about religion but on a Darker Level. Front man, Eric Clayton talks more about the reign of Satan in the book of revelations. SAVIOUR MACHINE devised a 3 part trilogy devoted to the whole biblical story of the book of Revelations. It's dark, melodic and has major virtuaso in the music. I HIGHLY recommend SAVIOUR MACHINE's LEGEND pt 1:1,2:1,3:1. Really think you and Aussie Byrd won't be sorry. Give it a spin. :) Also. SNOW is a good album. Takes a few listens to appreciate it, but it has the power to grow on you a lot. Aussie Byrd is a good friend. He did right by you there. :) enjoy my friend. I know, I still need to listen to Saviour Machine!! I promised you, and I intend to dig into their music. I'm actually deeply fascinated to see these guys' take on their faith and beliefs!! `Snow' is in some ways one of the more approachable `Beard' albums, there's a classy simplicity to much of the album, with a string of great straight-forward pieces, a number of knockout prog-blowouts and the odd dud! But it's a wonderful album, and really shows why Neal is probably the number 1 expert in combining accessible and memorable commercial melodies with technical prowess! Yep, the `Big Big Train' album is slowly revealing it's charms to me! You're right, I think it's one of the most praised and best rated/reviewed albums of the year on here! It takes the best elements of Phil's Genesis `Trick/Wind and Wuthering' sophistication and exquisite group harmonies and incorporates them in a modern sounding symphonic group. But although I'm off to bed now, when I get up again in a few hours, I'm going to put up a pretty rave review of the new Mystery album `The World Is A Game', which is a definate grower! Hmmm, I think I'll start work on a `Void' review too! There's hardly any at all - probably why Tom and I started pimping the album on this thread in the first place lol!

No worries mate. Take your time. It's hard to get around quickly exploring the vast world of prog. I still gotta get back to you about THE GOBLIN box set. The problem is I gotta went till it comes in the mail. I buy 90% of my music online because the music stores around here where I live don't carry the music I like. I may cheat on the VOID though and find it online to get a quick listen so I can catch up to you and Tom. Lol

progbethyname wrote: progbethyname wrote: Tom Ozric wrote: Why is Progressive music 'King' in our world ??????  You know, I am laughed at, ridiculed, even cast out because what I listen to, no-one has ever heard of, and when mentioned things like Ozric Tentacles, Hawkwind, Anglagard, Van Der Graaf Generator..........I may as well have 'the men in white coats' at the ready........................................ ..............................I don't stand a chance..............................but will stand up for my beliefs.................. You won't be ridiculed here. Your amongst your prog family now. Sometimes we have to leave the outside world to explore and fulfill our interests in music in a secret manner.   we are like the STONE CUTTERS.   The unknown club. Lol Oh and FYI I love the album JURASSIC SHIFT. amazing album. We can always talk about that, but perhaps not here cause we will get in trouble with the BEARDFISH faithful. Lol

Oh yes - Jurassic Shift.......still, Erpland is my ultimate pick from the Ozrics.  I haven't reviewed any Ozric album yet....??