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Pendragon

The Masquerade Overture [ Vinyl / 12" Album (Gatefold Cover) ]

The Masquerade Overture

SKU: V102882 Barcode: 5019675110216
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album (Gatefold Cover)

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  • Released Date: 14 Jun 2024

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take
Pendragon's The Masquerade Overture is like stepping into a time machine and landing smack dab in the middle of the 1980s prog-rock scene. With their blend of intricate melodies, bombastic guitar solos, and epic storytelling, this album feels like a throwback to a bygone era when bands like Yes and Genesis ruled the airwaves. Lead singer Nick Barrett's vocals soar over the lush instrumentation, weaving a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption that is both captivating and melodramatic. Tracks like "As Good as Gold" and "Masters of Illusion" showcase Pendragon's ability to craft complex compositions that never lose sight of the emotional core at their heart. But don't let the old-school vibes fool you into thinking this album is all nostalgia and no substance. The band's musicianship is top-notch, with guitarist Clive Nolan shredding like there's no tomorrow and drummer Fudge Smith keeping things tight and groovy. Sure, there are times when the grandiosity of Pendragon's sound can veer into cheese territory, but that's all part of the charm. The Masquerade Overture is a love letter to a time when prog-rock ruled the world, and Pendragon's homage is both earnest and infectious. So grab your cape, dust off your air keyboard, and prepare to be transported back to a time when music was larger than life.

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