The Mellotron Group

marabus wrote:
> 
> I just received this cd from Brian Dorbuck(a real steal at 
> $13.00-includes US shipping).I've had 2 spins so far and really 
> love it. I highly recommend to any prog lover and apologize if it's
>  been discussed here before.This was released in '92 and if 
> interested let me know and I'll connect you with Brian. Since I'm 
> terrible at reviews I've copied John Collinge's review from the 
> Winter/Spring 2003 issue of Progression Magazine.
> 
> Pete

> "Out of the blue comes this very talented California band with
> monster chops and an addled sense of humor suggesting a cross
> between Frank Zappa and Mahavishnu Orchestra. Led by Trevor Lloyd's
> note happy (the kind we proggers drool for) electric violin and
> keyboards, Audiosynchrocy grabs you immediately with speedy,
> angular opener, "Merrily Barreling Through Barely". These guys
> blend melody and dissonance with jaw-dropping precision, their
> odd-metered vocal phrasing and light, oft-goofy lyrical fare
> enhancing the disc's gymnastic aural revelries. Hints of the Dixie
> Dregs and Happy The Man-style quirkiness arise here and there, as
> during the eight-minute instrumental "Europa". Even then, bright
> synth leads lend a unique identity. Five of these nine tracks are 
> instrumentals, ranging in tone and structure from aggressive, 
> sinewy fusion to beautiful piano ruminations (" Searching...") and
>  impressionistic soundscaping ("Aerial View"). Rounding out this 
> impressive ensemble are Dudley Brooks on guitar and vocals, bassist
>  Jake Feldman and drummer/percussionist Rob Canny (Lloyd also 
> sings). Trevor Feldman adds vibes to "That Constant Game", and 
> would've been welcome on other tracks as well."

I have this. It's excellent.
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