people into well done, well arranged music will really dig this
author: Lexicon Magazine
This isn't like anything out there! Not exactly synthpop, not exactly rock, heck not exactly pigeon hole-able. Fans of Shriekback, Faith Assembly or even Color Theory will appreciate the willingness to spice up the music. Lots of strings make this album sound so different, yet so easy to slip into. It is clear Michael Grady knows how to write a knock out song, his ability has only improved since last time. This album should have wide appeal, highly recommended.
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Recommended Without Hesitaion
author: Carl Jenkinson, The Source, London, England
The new CD shows a step forward in their style. The whole thing seems more polished with greater accoustic interplay with a number of guest musicians. It would seem that Grady has spent the time between albums learning how to unlock the full dynamic potential of his music as many choruses used really soar.
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Otherworldly, yet touches of familiar
author: Julie Gehm
This CD explores that which is sometimes inaccessible. It has Strange Angels' unique, otherworldly quality. The music has lush orchestration, beautiful melodies, and Michael Grady's incredibly evocative voice. Yet I detected a slight touch of mariachi in The Answer! It's hard to pick a favorite song on this CD, it's so good, but be sure to listen for Beautiful and Haunted. Highly recommended.
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Otherworldly, yet touches of familiar
author: Julie Gehm
In my other review on this CD, I made the mistake of saying that "The Answer" has a touch of mariachi. The song "Midnight Sky" has that distinction, though it's only a hint. It's also one of my favorite songs on this CD. The songs "The Question" and "The Answer" go hand in hand--they have essentially the same lyrics, yet they're definitely coming from very different and similar viewpoints. (Strange?) Strange Angels' music, along with Michael Grady's incredibly evocative vocals, will grow on you the more you listen to it. Highly recommended!
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