R.D.S.K - Apocolypse of Mind
Track listing
1. Apocalypse of Mind
2. No Time Left
3. Danse Macabre
4. Opus of Decadence
5. Lost Soul
6. Eyes Wide Open
7. Priscum Demetrium Delirium
8. Maze of Life
9. Creatures
10. Knights of Devotion
11. Chiara la Napoletana
12. Dark Angels
13. Demetrius March
Wow!!
This is an extremely beautiful and accomplished piece of art, and I say art because make no mistake, this album is a work of art and the passion that this band have invested in this album is very very clear to hear! A gothic, mediaeval rock masterpiece, from the playing, through the arrangements and structures, to the exquisitely performed lead vocals to the hypnotic and rich, yet delicate harmonies and backing vocals, often with a baroque sensibility.
The musicians in this band have their roots in quite a variety of genre’s that in theory should collide and clash, and yet brought together in this project the sum of their parts is a tapestry of sound and majesty that transcends all expectation.
For me the standout tracks on this album are the title track, and track two ‘Chiara La Napoletana’.
A fantastic and very rewarding journey through avenues of music that may be unmistakeably dark, yet alight with a beauty and delicacy that is rare and should be cherished!
Steven C. Wilson
