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A World to Drown In (2003) is an expansive, and melancholic
work. This is the Danish bands second release. Their first, Times and Unknown Waters
came out in 2000. The production is outstanding. All the musical and vocal sounds
exist harmoniously in the same space. Each player shares equally in the mellow,
somber bliss that is created on this piece. The tracks are placed in an order such
that they flow together, one merging into the next. Mesnickow’s calm and smooth
voice carries a soothing quality that makes this album a very easy listening
experience.
The vibe is mostly somber and melancholy, with a few sparse
upbeat moments. The guitar sound on the album is at moments heroic. Riffs that are
so wide open blending with the sometimes jazz-like percussive beats make for a
pleasant listening experience. There are also some good hard rocking guitar, bass,
and drum trade offs as well. Four guest musicians are present throughout various
parts of the album, adding vocals (some female), guitar, and keyboards to the mix.
A few of my favorite moments exist on the title track (song 3) which is an eight
minute plus true snapshot of the band and their capabilities. Song 6 (Procession) is
a beautiful instrumental piece filled with mostly keyboards. Track 7, En Nat Bliver Det Sommer,
that is very smooth with a subtle modern feel, and my ultimate favorite the surreal
and distant Monument (song 8). Another really cool aspect of the album are the
effects that are sprinkled throughout, mostly in the form of male and female spoken
word bits that really add intensity to the pieces.
I like it. A World To Drown In is very unique but familiar at the same time. The
music opens up wide and expands the universe around you while you are listening. Go
buy this and enjoy the expansion of your soul.
8 out of 10.
Reviewer: Lord M.
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E-mail:
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: : Discography : :
Der Hviler En Nat Under Sorte Vinterböge, Demo - 1997-
Times And Unknown Waters, CD (Prophecy Productions) - 2000
A World To Drown In, CD (Prophecy Productions) - 2003
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http://www.prophecy.cd/
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