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Band/artist: Everon
Title: Bridge
Released: 2002
Label: Mascot Records
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Track
Listing:
1. Bridge Theme
2. Across The Land
3. Juliet
4. Traveling Shoes
5. Driven
6. If You Were Still Mine
7. Ten Years Late
8. Not This Time
9. Puppet Show
10. Carousel
11. Harbour
12. Bridge |
: : The Players : :
Oliver
Philipps (vocals, guitars, piano, keyboards) - Christian “Moschus” Moos
(drums, percussion) - Ulli Hoever (guitars) - Schymy (bass). GUESTS:
Gunther Theys (grunt vocals on “Juliet”) |
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: : Bridge : :
Everon hail from Germany and have been around for about 18 years. They
have had plenty of time to hone their craft. Their music is not complex
but it is very melodic, well crafted and the band shows very tight
musicianship. One of my favourite aspects of this album are the vocals.
Oliver Philipps’ vocals are very clear and his heavy accent is
undetectable to my ears.
“Bridge Theme” starts out the album with an instantly hummable melody
that quickly becomes embedded in your psyche. The song is laced with
very tasteful guitar. It blends into the next track “Across The Land”,
which again has a great melody. The singer’s vocal phrasing in this song
reminds me a little of Meatloaf. Don’t let that scare you - it is a
great song. Midway through the song is some very nice guitar which suits
it perfectly. The songs are not complicated, but there are no wasted
notes. Each instrument is played with passion, yet restraint is also
demonstrated.
“Juliet” is a song about love turning to hatred and is one of my
favourites. Two lovers are compared to Romeo and Juliet. The chorus is
irresistible. Midway through Philipps’ vocals convey heartfelt emotion
over a stark piano motif. The song slowly builds with guitar and
symphonic elements to its climax - a fantastic growling vocal line
courtesy of Gunther Theys. (Don’t worry if you’re not a fan of death
growls. This is the only song where they appear).
“The Travelling Shoes” begins with a pleasant acoustic guitar. Another
quality song that has a somewhat jazzy feel. “Driven” has touches of
prog metal, especially the chunky guitar riff during the chorus. Here,
Philipps’ vocals bear a slight resemblance to Ian Anderson of Jethro
Tull fame.
“If You Were Still Mine” begins with a simple but nice piano melody. A
love song of loss, despair but ultimately hope. Play this song for your
better half - it will be sure to please. Includes a stunning guitar solo
that fits the melancholy mood of the song perfectly.
Track #7 “Ten Years
Late” picks up the pace with great prog metal riffage. Loaded with
fantastic guitar and subtle symphonic touches. Track #8, “Not This Time”
also starts with piano. The song slowly builds only to be injected with
quieter elements and makes for an interesting listen. The vocals of
Philipps are very affective, with a good use of layering enhancing the
effect.
The band shows their musical chops in “Puppet Show”. This instrumental
is the closest they get to Dream Theater. The rhythm section propels the
song as the guitars and keyboards play off one another.
“Carousel” reminds me of late 80’s to early 90’s Rush. Another good
slice of prog metal. Again, melody is emphasized. “Harbour” is a catchy
mid-tempo rocker that displays more wonderful piano and keyboards and
emotional singing from Philipps.
The cd ends with “Bridge” which is a symphonic delight. It has the same
elements that started the cd and is a strong ending to a very satisfying
disc.
If melody and well crafted songs are your cup of tea, this cd would be a
good addition to your collection.
Rating: 8.5 (out of 10)
Reviewer: Jon Neudorf
: : Visit the Artist’s Website : :
: : Discography : :
Flesh (2002)
Bridge (2002)
Fantasma (2000)
Venus (1997)
Flood (1995)
Paradoxes (1993) |
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