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A satisfying piece of work

sauerkraut | 10/30/2004

(3 out of 5 stars)

"Astronomica is the fourth full-length album from Crimson Glory. It was released in 1999. Ten tracks are contained; one of these--the album-opening "March to Glory"--is an instrumental. The material is in a hard rock musical direction. Altogether, I think that the songwriting is satisfying, the musicianship is tight, and the sound quality is gratifying. Jon Drenning does a solid job with the guitar work. As for Wade Black, he is a versatile singer. Jeff Lords' bass guitar playing is prominent in the mix. Also, the album contains sparing keyboard work. My favorite pieces are "March to Glory," "Touch the Sun," and "Cydonia." "March to Glory" is an interesting, engaging, and majestic instrumental. The epic-sounding "Touch the Sun" displays an indelible chorus and hard-driving bass guitar playing from Lords. The stately, album-closing "Cydonia" exhibits an intro that consists of attractive guitar work from Drenning and a memorable refrain. Other compositions that I enjoy are "War of the Worlds," "Astronomica," and "Cyber-Christ." The energy-filled, furious "War of the Worlds" has an odd ending section of keyboard playing. "Astronomica" features a creative, exotic beginning and a pleasing main guitar riff from Drenning. "Cyber-Christ" sports a taut principal guitar riff from Drenning. The CD booklet includes the song lyrics and a color photo of the band. The album cover artwork is interesting. Astronomica is a good piece of work from Crimson Glory."

Too much bashing for a good album

William Slack | michigan | 03/11/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Listen people, this album stands on it's own without any help from me, but I have to say my peace. It is a GOOD album. Is it great, to me it actually is. I enjoy Drenning's guitar work, his solos seem to fit the song as good as any soloist out there, and anywhere that I can get his work I am happy.



Is it as good as Transcendence? No, it's not. But you know what, that was an AMAZING album, period. There was no way that they could repeat it, yet anyway.



For fans out there, check out Crimson Glory's website, they have a new album in the works. For those interested in checking out some good, metal, buy this cd. Give it a couple of listens, put your ear on the lead guitar, and be impressed. Thanks guys, keep putting out the music and I'll keep buying."