TPA CD Review: Knifeworld - The Unravelling

Knifeworld - The Unravelling

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...Knifeworld is a band that has developed, stayed together and evolved and The Unravelling shows all of the parts bedded in and road tested with each member comfortable in their role. The results are 100% satisfying for anyone with a liking for a rollercoaster of ingenious melody and the unexpected set within a generally upbeat format. You can’t help but smile when listening to Knifeworld no matter how sinister and edgy they get. This is a very special band that deserves to be heard. There is thought, care, enthusiasm and above all talent in abundance. The results are shimmering in their intensity with all of the band’s facets beautifully displayed. A wonderful record and my favourite of 2014 so far, the competition will have to go some to beat it. If you get the chance to catch the full octet live don’t miss it, it’s quite an experience.

TPA CD Review: Yes - Heaven & Earth

Yes - Heaven & Earth

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...I’m fed up with being fleeced for sub-standard material by one of my favourite bands but I won’t be duped again. I used to buy Yes albums on release unheard and without a second thought; not any more. I’m resigned to the fact that no new Yes material will ever take me to the otherworldly places of yore. They’re still great live but if they want to make a studio statement of any note it needs much more planning, time and attention to detail to realise properly. This album does not inspire at all which is what the best Yes music does. Invest with caution or if you’ve got more money than sense as there are far more worthy causes than this to spend your cash on.