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VENTURIA The New Kingdom Lion Music LMC173 (2006)
French neo classic prog metal with a clean production and melodies; there’s an element of Rush without such high vocals.
The classical keyboards are a great sound, , there’s an element of Ra era Eloy with more fierce guitar in the opening title track.
'The Unholy One' has its atmospheric moments and a more electronic rhythm, before a real grungy guitar cracks in. Complex stuff! Shared male and female vocals work well too.
Pretty enjoyable throughout.
***½
Review by Joe Geesin
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***** Out of this world | **** Pretty
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*** OK, approach with caution unless you are a fan |
** Instant bargain bin fodder | * Ugly. Just ugly
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JOE GEESIN
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