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The Mayan Factor : 44
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Where "In Lake 'Ch" would often bring about moments of dredg-like euphoria and Tool-reminiscent complexity, "44" instead retains a far more earthy feel. Very organic and distinctly rock and jam oriented
Genre: Rock: Album Rock
Release Date: 2005
44
The Mayan Factor
Record Label: Mothership Records
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1. To Kill A Priest 5:44 + MP3 $0.99
2. Terrorist 4:39 + MP3 $0.99
3. Propaganda 3:45 + MP3 $0.99
4. Hopi Elders 6:25 + MP3 $0.99
5. Ventrilaquist 3:57 + MP3 $0.99
6. Gosia 4:28 + MP3 $0.99
7. Yesterdays Son 1:28 + MP3 $0.99
8. Bondage 6:00 + MP3 $0.99
9. A Red Gone Blue 4:08 + MP3 $0.99
10. Jack Nicholson 4:01 + MP3 $0.99
11. Recon 5:40 + MP3 $0.99
12. Self Storage 5:59 + MP3 $0.99
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Album Notes

The Mayan Factor functions as a solid cohesive unit throughout the entirety of the album, creating an immense sound that is both forceful and calming. The direct result of this dynamic in the band is that "44" is truly a journey album. Backed by expansive tribal leanings with flairs of progressive earth rock, the album slowly yet surely transverses from track to track along a smooth continuous path, never allowing the listener a chance to get lost in disjointed songs or compositions. No track stands out among the rest; they all contribute to the overall sound and concept of the album instead of diverting attention away from it by relying on one or two songs to carry it. Each song is a treat all in itself, interacting not only with the listener, but with the other songs as well.

What makes The Mayan Factor so unique in the modern rock world is their ear for completeness. Whereas other bands attempt to pursue several different ideas within the same album and inevitably end stifled by their own creative force and left with a premature work of art, The Mayan Factor have perfect timing and are able to set their listener on a sonic journey through a multitude of landscapes and return full circle with a satisfying conclusion. "44 leaves no ends untied and never has an unfulfilling moment, as every aspect of the album is fully fleshed out and appropriately closed. As the final moments of 'Self-Storage' wind down, one can only applaud the craftsmanship that The Mayan Factor employ over the hour long adventure.

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REVIEWS

Mayan Factor do it again
author: James Sleeth
                            
brilliant album. These guys deserve more credit. So unique and mesmerizing. I still can't believe they have released two brilliant albums and aren't that big. In australia these guys would be huge. So much talent.
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On par with the first
author: Brian Petzke
                            
No sophomore slump here...this album is just as good and in some aspects better (seems a bit more focused, though some may find it more "boring")as their first album. Better than anything you'll hear on the radio or see on MTV. Don't finish reading this, go buy it. You're still reading, jerk.
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Masterful
author: Danny
                            
This is easily oneof the five best CD's that I have ever heard. The lyrics are very deep and poetic and the music is outstanding. It would take me forever to put into words how good this CD is. Radically different from their first CD, but it's a change for the better. If you like music, then it's pretty much impossible not to like this album. I'd give anything to see them live. 5 stars isn't enough. I don't know how many stars I'd have to give this album to do it justice. One of the best albums that I have ever heard. You will not be disappointed.
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beyond category
author: Harold Geick
                            
100 five star reviews couldn't say enough about this CD. If you liked their first album even remotely you will be amazed by this entire CD from sart to finnish. These guys have tapped in to a rare source of power as yet undefined.
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