Muziekrecensies
Esther Kessel-Tamerus Multi-instrumentalist Colin Powell (England) is the man behind A Multitude of One. In the concept album ‘A Templar’s Tale, the fictional Sir Geoffrey de Beaumont narrates Templars. Colin presents his lyrics half talking, half singing. His voice sounds distorted, his pronunciation is clear. At times the vocals are stacked, the remarkable colour remains. As the … Read more, available in English and Dutch
Both the studio, and live albums of guitarist Steve Hackett are usually grandiose in concept. But ‘Live Magic at Trading Boundaries’ is different, as this is a selection of live recordings from his annual acoustic gigs at Trading Boundaries, UK. You’ll hear Genesis classics as well as solo work. In addition, Amanda Lehmann sings and … Read more, available in English and Dutch
Erik Krikke schreef eerder twee boeken over posttraumatische stressstoornis (PTSS): “Keihard Opstaan, en ‘Operatie Geslaagd’, hierin vertelt hij openhartig over zijn werk als operatieassistent chirurgie. Bovendien bracht hij met de band 7even Bridges twee albums uit ‘#BreakTheSilence’ en ‘Million Voices’. Met als doel het taboe rondom PTSS te doorbreken. En alsof dat nog niet genoeg … Read more, available in English and Dutch
British guitarist Dave Brons released ‘Based on a True Story’, his instrumental debut album, in 2015. Since then, his music has evolved. Uilleann pipes and Irish flutes feature prominently. Add string instruments and the brass section, and you get rich, complex music. His inspiration comes from Tolkien’s ‘Lord of the Rings’, among others. After three … Read more, available in English and Dutch
Crescent Moon is a Dutch atmospheric rock band. The theme of their fourth album, ‘Another Way to Live’ is the longing for a different direction. This search for choices involves both social and personal changes. It also deals with, for instance, uncertainty and reflection.The intro of ‘Queen of Spades’ is very different from what we … Read more, available in English and Dutch
It is impossible to mention the best concerts, because how do you compare them? The concerts I attend are very diverse. Sometimes acoustic, another time a “big load of noise”. From blues rock, to hard rock, prog/symphonic rock, with or without a touch of metal. I also went to very different concerts in 2024. Therefore, … Read more, available in English and Dutch
Singer/multi instrumentalist Achraf El Asraoui (ex Nine Skies) is the man behind Achelas. The fifth album, ‘Echoes Of Virtue’, tells the story of a disillusioned individual navigating a dystopian world.The crashing of a helicopter in ‘Dialogue 33’ symbolises the crumbling morality in society. ‘Veils Of Unseen Realities’ has a lovely mix of metal and calmer … Read more, available in English and Dutch
English alternative metal band Raze combines grooves from modern metal with 1990s raw grunge, among other things. Their debut album ‘Pyrography’ (2023) was appreciated by fans as well as critics. Their tour was followed by a one-of-a-kind acoustic show featuring reworked versions of ‘Pyrography’. A string section and an orchestral percussionist joined the band on … Read more, available in English and Dutch
The (gothic) rock band Crippled Black Phoenix celebrates their 20th anniversary with ‘The Wolf Changes Its Fur But Not Its Nature’. CD 1 features songs the band previously released.The quirky ‘Forgotten Who We Are’ is the first track. The atmosphere in ‘You Put The Devil In Me’ is totally different. There is that variation both … Read more, available in English and Dutch
The scattering of leaves is often seen as negative. But actually this is a beginning of a new bloom. Change leads to growth. ‘The Scattering of Leaves’ is a way of thanking those closest to us who shine like stars in the dark, supporting and guiding us.The instrumental opening track is melancholic. The vocal ‘The … Read more, available in English and Dutch