VISIONARY POSITION
reviews
RAVENHEART Webzine
UK 2008
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PANIC ROOM is a new band featuring current and ex members of Karnataka, Mostly Autumn, and Fish's band. Although the music does have progressive elements, it will certainly appeal to a wider audience I would have thought.
Their debut CD 'Visionary Position' combines, rock, folk, jazz and world music influences. Another impressive release that can be found at the softer end of the rock spectrum. And I like this! It kicks off with the 8+ minute ultra catchy 'Elektra City'. It even changes pace midway, to end with a nice bluesy piano interlude to captivate your musical taste buds even further. Anne-Marie Helder (ex Karnataka) is an awesome vocalist, and a lot of the music here could cross over into the mainstream if given the proper support. Okay, it is not metal, but this is great stuff to chill out after a hard day at the office. Second track in, 'Endgame (Speed Of Life)' is another awesome epic, running in at over 10 mins. |
But this album never becomes boring. We have 8 tracks on offer here, with a running time of 65 minutes.
Other highlights are 'Reborn', 'Apocalypstick' and the beautifully titled and rather haunting ' I Wonder What's Keeping My True Love Tonight'.
Basically though, the whole album offers a true sonic experience, and is worthy of ones attention, especially for fans who prefer the softer end of the genre.
There is a special edition of this album that can be found at the band's web site: www.panicroom.org.uk
To summarise this release - just buy it!
8 / 10 (Reviewed by Dave)
Other highlights are 'Reborn', 'Apocalypstick' and the beautifully titled and rather haunting ' I Wonder What's Keeping My True Love Tonight'.
Basically though, the whole album offers a true sonic experience, and is worthy of ones attention, especially for fans who prefer the softer end of the genre.
There is a special edition of this album that can be found at the band's web site: www.panicroom.org.uk
To summarise this release - just buy it!
8 / 10 (Reviewed by Dave)
