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ICARUS WITCH
Capture The Magic
Magick Records |
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Coming off a stellar debut EP, Icarus Witch returns to ride upon
the momentum they built with "Icarus Witch". "Capture The
Magic" is a worthy follow-up release that finds the band
stretching their musical talents across a 9 song release.
Upon first hearing "Storming The Castle" I thought the band had
snatched up James Rivera (Helstar, Seven Witches) for the lead
vocals. Vocalist Matthew Bizilia nails the Rivera
phrasings to perfection as he had on "Winds Of Atlantis" from
their first release. "Soothsayer" is a eerie, creepy track
that has a variety of moods and tempos throughout.
"Forevermore" hints at times at late 80's Fates Warning, however
it is not until the following track that Frank X. Aresti of the
aforementioned band makes the first guest appearance of the
disc. "The Ghost Of Xavier Holmes" is a slower-paced,
brooding yet deliberate track that picks up the pace into the
solo break. Comparisons to Artch and Iron Maiden can be
drawn on "Darklands" which possesses hints of both bands vocally
and the songs pacing.
Steve Pollick is up to the task of creating some most
interesting riffs and solos throughout the disc.
"Awakening The Mountain Giants" comes off particularly intricate
and is indicative of the complex material throughout.
The Ozzy cover of S.A.T.O. features Mr. Scary himself George
Lynch on guitar. As expected, Lynch shreds the daylights
out of the song and has me longing for the glory days of his old
band.
With "Capture The Magic", Icarus Witch has definitely not
taken the safe route of 9 straight-ahead power metal
songs. Structure wise, these songs are much more
challenging to both the band and the listener. This
release is definitely not instantly gratifying ear candy.
Repeated listens are the best way to capture the full ambience
and allure of the album.
Track Listing:
1. Storming The Castle
2. Capture The Magic
3. Soothsayer
4. Forevermore
5. The Ghost Of Xavier Holmes feat. Frank X. Aresti (of Fates
Warning)
6. Darklands
7. Nemeton Forest
8. Awakening The Mountain Giants
9. S.A.T.O. feat. George Lynch
Homepage:
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