ZILTOID THE OMNISCIENT

This was my first and so far only Devin Townsend-experience and it's definitely an interesting ride from start to finish. The composition vary in quality and there are a few that I definitely could have done without. I'm not sure that I can say much about the concept of Ziltoid The Omniscient except that it's probably the weirdest story I've ever heard of. I do realize though that its a humorous concept which by no means should be taken seriously and the ending really makes me chuckle every time I hear it.

My biggest complaint about this release are the drum machines that I just don't consider to fit Townsend's sound although it was some of the better sounding drum machines that I've heard over the years. Ultimately its the composition quality that makes me settle for the good, but non-essential rating. Still I am definitely willing to hear more from Devin and it would especially be interesting to hear an album where the concept is matched by his great musical ability.

***** star songs: The Greys (4:15) Tall Latte (1:03)

**** star songs: ZTO (1:17) By Your Command (8:09) Solar Winds (9:46) Hyperdrive (3:47) Planet Smasher (5:45) Color Your World (9:44)

*** star songs: Ziltoidia Attaxx!!! (3:42) N9 (5:30) Omnidimensional Creator (0:48)

Share this DEVIN TOWNSEND review

Social review comments () BETA

---

---

Review related links

• Send comments to Rune2000
• Report this review (#259791)
• Buy DEVIN TOWNSEND music online with PA partners
• Show all DEVIN TOWNSEND MP3/Stream
• Go to DEVIN TOWNSEND page for videos, full discography with ratings, reviews and much more
• Go to Ziltoid The Omniscient page for more details, where to buy and ratings/reviews
• Search the Forum for DEVIN TOWNSEND related discussions