"Decadent Light" by Evolve iv is a deep, hard-hitting progressive/alternative rock CD. This album doesn't hold back the talent of the guitarists at all. The riffs and chords of the guitars and bass, combined with the laid back but heavy lead vocals, mixed with the cool drum tempos, show musicianship working at its best. The CD covers a range of musical influences from various genres, but fully maintains the essence of solid progressive rock. "Listen Up" will have the listener nodding their head as they mentally try to follow the tricky, melodic guitar and catchy lyrics. Track 7, "Must Have Been The Future" displays the versatility of the lead vocals by having a slight country "twang" blended with hard rock. Among the other tracks, "Voyager" and "Write" are plain examples of the pure talent that this band has. The tracks on this CD can and will have fans of Nirvana, Skynyrd, as well as Coldplay fully satisfied.
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The sounds stick with you. The sounds grow on you. This release has had an effect that hasn't come around in a long time. The kind of thing that you didn't know you needed until you had it, and once you have it you want more. Dynamic and addicting. In time, we all evolve. 
Thank You.
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I was originally hooked by the light hearted folksy feel on "Baby Come Back", which I heard as a demo.  On the full CD, Evolve struts their stuff in genre-bending and delightful ways.

My favorites:
"Number 16" for its Rush-like vibe
"Judgment Day" for its great guitar groove and bits of the Beatles
"Must Have Been the Future" with its great pickin'

On the downside, Evolve has a slightly over-digital sound.  The lead vocals are excellent but produced a few inches too far.  Paul's drumming is tight and solid, but again, I'd like to hear more skin and wire, and less 0 and 1.

On the whole, none of this is a deal stopper.  Evolve has assembled a tall, cool drink of water in this CD.  I recommend it.
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I was blown away after listening to this CD! Evolve iv’s Decadent Lights CD is packed with memorable songs!  This CD will have you hooked the moment you start listening. 

With songs like “Baby Come Back”, “War” and “Must Have Been The Future” it’s easy to see why this band is getting rave reviews! You end up with that song you just can’t “get out of your head.” 

This is an extraordinary group of band members that manage to captivate their audience with a music that blends classic rock with their own unique, alternative style. 

Music at its finest and some of the most talented musicians to date.  
LOVE this CD guys! More please!
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