Ritual One...an exciting mix of progressive rock, from the dark, moody and atmospheric to the powerful and dynamic, all combined to result in a melodic journey of the senses. Ritual One is a loose concept album that explo... more »res the darker side of life and death in a way that is at once new and familiar...« less
All Artists:Higher Circles Title:Ritual One Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 0 Label:Higher Circles Original Release Date: 1/9/2002 Re-Release Date: 1/17/2002 Genre:Rock Style: Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC:656613556924
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Ritual One...an exciting mix of progressive rock, from the dark, moody and atmospheric to the powerful and dynamic, all combined to result in a melodic journey of the senses. Ritual One is a loose concept album that explores the darker side of life and death in a way that is at once new and familiar...
"Great album. Awesome artwork. Sounds a little like Rush sometimes musically. Vocals sound a little like a cross between Pink Floyd and Peter Gabriel. Great drummer. Waiting for the next one..."
A great composition
Ralesk | Budapest, Hungary | 12/06/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I was given this disc by a friend of mine who visited Hungary; he just suddenly put the brand new, celophane-coated CD in my hand. I listened to the CD once. Repeated it again. Then again. It's... good. There are hardly any words to describe it better, than that it's good progressive rock! The instruments and lyrics are in a very well-done harmony. The pace, the rhythm of the music changes throughout the Ritual -- performed also in an outstanding way. Two thumbs and two big toes up, it's my current favourite."
Higher Circles one of prog rock/rock's better bands!
Kristi | California | 06/19/2002
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I am impressed with the musicianship and songwriting of this band- as another review said, they take obvious influences of Rush, Yes, Dream Theater, and create their own unique blend of beauty and bits of darkness and even mystery- The lyrics are awesome, the artwork is phenomenal, now I am just waiting for the tour!"
Where do you play?
earthmanjim | Cupertino, CA, USA | 02/11/2002
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Thanks guys, this is a great album. Sorry its only 4, i never give out 5's or you would have gotten one. But really, this thing is great. Good mix of mood and story of a Floyd album with the style and strength of Queensryche. And yes, a little Dream Theatre electronica in there to, but you managed to tie it all up with your own flow. fantastic instrumental work. I like to see new bands that clearly know how to do things right, and yet have thier own stuff they want to play around with. The only gripe i have is that i cant seem to find you guys. are you playing anywhere? if so please post it on your web site, i can imagine a show would be awesome, if you didnt screw it up like most bands do at least.
-EarthManJim"
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1
