This debut album is kind of modern prog pop mixed with art rock; not enough pomp or bollocks for prog rock but it does have its prog leanings. Opener 'Eleven' is a decent tune, with occasional heavy riffs, it is well layered.

'Back Home' is reminiscent of acoustic Eloy. Later in the album the riffs do pick up, 'Tungsten Blues' is great and an equally great title (if you didn't know Tungsten is one of the hardest known metals).

The vocals are good, the musicianship great, but it's all a bit too mature, hence my preference for Art rather than Prog, they need to relax and rock out a bit more. OK, a LOT more.

The acoustic moments, of which there are too many, almost become coffee table music, but some excellent moments.

**½

Review by Joe Geesin