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Review |
In my opinion, this one's GREAT. Quite arguably their
best release to date. They fuse the old with the new and sift
out their most priceless valuables. It is laden with excellent
riffs, enhanced melodies, and superior solos.
The third track, "I'm OK," could have most definitely
have been an eighties hit. The seventh track, "It's Your Life,"'
could have come out of a Thompson Twins revival.
Don't get me wrong! By no means is this dated. To the
contrary, this album is ripened, wholesome, and seasoned.
It easy to digest, cleanses the senses, and flushes the system.
You'll be energized by the purifying aspects of these pieces
and the detoxifying properties of these ditties.
The title track (situated in the sixth slot) and track
nine, "Ice In The Rain," are among their finest terracotta.
I'd have no complaint putting either placement in front of
faithful, steadfast fans. They're more than appropriate for
new guests, too. They feature superb progressions, stirring
harmonies, and quality instrumentations. What they accomplish
here is enough to make even the most elite artists stand up,
step aside, or simply take notice.
This album is so good; I came to these conclusions after
the first listen. With many cycles under my belt, I'm yet
to prove my original hypothesis incorrect. This album has
an agreeable vibe complemented by a slew of good vibrations.
Immediately, you'll get the hunch you're on to something as
each track only goes to support the premonition. I'm a huge
fan of their previous album, Network. If you're a fan of that
release like me, what's contained within this carafe will
certainly be your cup of tea. Trust shares many similarities
in terms of its vigor as well as how it flows.
Then again, they travel to other times in there career
and even uncharted eras. They go back to the eighties and
even forward to the future. The opener, "That's As Far As
I'll Go," and the runner up, "Back To The Shadows" are classic
Saga all the way and there is nothing wrong with that whatsoever.
Whether they're raiding the vault or looking for bounty elsewhere,
they strike gold in every instance.
Like a cornucopia, it's a culmination of ideas that span
the generations. Many parts are organic and acoustic while
others are symphonic and digitized. It radiates in each section
regardless of what they're trying. Through each attempt, they
continue to expand upon the scope.
It's good to see a band consistently improve upon the
formula after so many successes. They could have kicked back
and relied on the loyalty of their fan base. Instead, they
fuss over the assignment as much as a famished adolescent.
This might explain the name they gave it. Come to think of
it, I wouldn't have given it any other designation. They meet
all the directives mentioned in the mantra of their mission.
Altogether, this album works wondrously. You could take
my word for it or make your own discoveries. Whether you have
faith in my advice or find this out on your own volition,
I'm confident you'll come to same conclusions. You'll concede
my assessment was right on and entirely honest. There will
be no bait and switch in this deal. These claims are veritable,
verifiable, and true. I'm so secure in this notion, there's
no need for me to cross my fingers or make a wish. My deductions
are based solely on fact, not fiction. If you still don't
"trust" me after all this persuasion, please go crunch the
numbers and by all means do the math.
Rating: 4/5
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