Search - Univers Zero :: Implosion

Great synthesis of the new

W. Chris Graham | AB, Canada | 04/02/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I'm not going to be very talkative here, but I couldn't believe that this fine album had no customer reviews!If you enjoyed recent Univers Zero (Rhythmix, The Hard Quest), you owe it to yourself to check out this album.It contains a darkness and intensity similar to Rhythmix, but with very effective added atmospheric sections. These soundscapes remind me of parts of Tool's Aenima, or some aspects of King Crimson's The Power To Believe. Loosely.If I can say anything negative, it is that the there are no huge surprises for those familiar with Denis' recent dark-chamber / electric-renaissance stylings.
While the structures and motifs remain familiar, the tracks themselves contain plenty to occupy the listener, and I suspect most will find that there is room for more of this music yet.For those trying to acquire the biggest variety of music on a budget, you may want to skip this one if you have Rhythmix or The Hard Quest. I have both of those and have not bought this album yet, though I intend to eventually.For those who do not have any recent Univers Zero, this disc is just as worthy as the last few, perhaps moreso. If you prefer a little more balance of light as well as dark, you may want to start with The Hard Quest, however."