“The Songs & Tales of Airoea – Book 3: Magical Chronicle (Ascension)” concludes The Chronicles of Father Robin’s symphonic prog odyssey, a three-volume cycle deeply rooted in folklore, mythology, and fantasy. The album, a culmination of a 30-year dream, invites listeners to embark on a beautifully produced journey of discovery, grandeur, and reflection.
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The Chronicles of Father Robin’s “The Songs & Tales of Airoea – Book 2: Ocean Traveller (Metamorphosis)” is a captivating musical journey, blending progressive rock, folk, psychedelia, and jazz into a vivid underwater soundscape. This album not only advances Father Robin’s tale but showcases the band’s remarkable musical artistry and genre-fusing innovation.
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In Book 1 of 3 of the eagerly anticipated project “The Songs & Tales of Airoea” the Norwegian prog-rock supergroup The Chronicles of Father Robin masterfully brews fantasy, mythology, and folk tales into a rich draught of classic prog, folk, and rock music. Each song beckons listeners into a vivid narrative of world-building and mythmaking, establishing the album as a true celebration of symphonic prog traditions. With its captivating storytelling and impeccable musicianship, the album stands as a powerful testament to the genre, promising an immersive dive into a world of mythological grandeur and musical innovation.
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Neal Morse’s prolific output shines in “The Dreamer – Joseph: Part One”, the first volume of his two-album solo project that delves into the biblical tale of Joseph. The album, rich in theatrical elements and showcasing a vast array of vocal and instrumental talent, successfully balances rock opera execution with touches of progressive elements. “The Dreamer – Joseph: Part One” as a whole stands out as a beautifully rendered dramatic concept that should not be missed by fans of the progressive rock opera genre.
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We take a look at “Eleision Forest”, the advance track from Norwegian supergroup The Chronicles of Father Robin and their upcoming three-album project The Songs & Tales of Airoea.
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M-Opus infused the prog styles of 1972 with epic Celtic mythology in the genesis of their latest album “At The Mercy Of Manannán”. A deep-dive into a refracted vision of musical yesteryear, the band delivered a thrilling and fresh-sounding album, weaving their contemporary reimaginations of these various influences into the creation of an inventive musical narrative.
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“III” demonstrates a masterful command of instrumentation, lyrical construction, and thematic content, aping the conventions of vintage 70s prog rock but tempered with contemporary sensibilities and engaging Brazilian rhythms.
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We examine “Cut From The Stars” from Progressive Rock legends Yes, the lead-off single from their upcoming album “Mirror To The Sky”.
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