ART & ILLUSION

This mini album (just above the twenty-five minutes mark) cannot even be considered as neo prog. It is filled with pure pop rock songs without soul; as far as I am concerned. A major (dis) illusion like the title and opening song.

Is the attempt to heavy rock better ("Kings & Queens"), not sure at all. The band was not exceptional so far with its previous releases. Not too bad is "Counterpoint": upbeat, in the mood of its time and catchy; but not quite prog in my views. The lamenting vocals during "First New Day" are quite unbearable.

I believe that the best conclusion is held in the title of the closing instrumental: "C.R.A.B." they called it. And so it is? Let's be generous here: two stars. It is indeed very generous.