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received an advanced copy of the album Coma. From the moment I put
it on, I knew that it was an album that begs to be listened to from start to
finish. As I listened, to what they seem to do with so much ease, I
couldn't help but think that it was a clever disguise for what was
obviously a very creative effort. I have listened to it about four
times in full now and with each listening I actually felt the characters
building. Cinematic. It had feelings of traditional jazz, progressive rock and so many other wonderful styles of music. But in
the end, it screams only one thing: 54 Seconds.
This album finds them refining their sound. They have come
up with something completely original. Very emotional and atmospheric, but
I think that I would describe it as more atmospheric than out and out
emotional. It's genuinely moving and I think it was Gordy (maybe me?) that
said it sounded like a movie. Always passionate. A lot of feelings
of love, disappointment, heartbreak, warmth and hope. I felt sad, melancholy, reflective and hopeful as
I listened to it. Quite the craftsmanship and this album may just be the one to get
them the respect that they deserve. They have definitely found themselves.
I look forward to it's official release.
Thank-you 54 Seconds.
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