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‘PENDRAGON’S FINEST HOUR SO FAR WITHOUT A DOUBT’ CLASSIC ROCK 2DISC SET – CD & DVD ALBUM OF THE YEAR – CLASSIC ROCK SOCIETY Pendragon formed in 1978 and over the past 30-odd years have built up a fanatical fanbase around the world, releasing 9 albums along with countless EPs, live and mini-albums. The most recent of these was 2008’s Pure which was named Album Of The Year by Classic Rock Society and described by Classic Rock magazine as ‘Pendragon’s finest hour so far without a doubt’ Pure was originally released on the band’s own Toff Records label but is now reissued on Madfish, a division of Snapper Music, ahead of their new album Passion which will be released on Madfish in March.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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How many groups release consistently high quality albums over a 30 year period? How many produce their best album at the end of that 30-year period? Certainly not Yes, Genesis et al.
Step forward Pendragon with the best album of 2008 (IMHO). The album definetely has a harder sound (but it is hardly metal!!) The whole band, including new drummer Scott Higham, are in top form - so many fresh ideas. The guitar work is superb - really expressive - from delicate to aggressive riffing - very emotive solos. Every track is excellent - the quality just isn't allowed to drop.
So many great moments - that it is hard to pick out all the highlights but if I had to mention a couple:
Comatose a 17-minute epic split into 3 parts. Part one (View from the seashore) has from the 2nd to the 7th minute one of those moments where you have to stop the cd to replay what you just heard it is that good! I've been caught out by the kids playing air keyboards and guitars to this in the kitchen! The second part of Comatose (Space cadet) starts of with a simple guitar and drum and then you realise they are off on one again!
The Freak show is such a strong song - if there was any justice it would be a number 1 hit single for a month - great chorus - great lyrics though the lyrics here and throughout have an air of melancholy and even despair at times about them. But basically "Pure" is one constant highlight.
Pendragon have raised the bar higher than "Believe" their previous album - yet that album is also a strong one showing the band were still prepared to move on and take risks.
The only downside for me about this album is the fact I am now having to fill the small gaps in my Pendragon collection! The downside for Pendragon is ...how the hell do you follow "Pure"?
Step forward Pendragon with the best album of 2008 (IMHO). The album definetely has a harder sound (but it is hardly metal!!) The whole band, including new drummer Scott Higham, are in top form - so many fresh ideas. The guitar work is superb - really expressive - from delicate to aggressive riffing - very emotive solos. Every track is excellent - the quality just isn't allowed to drop.
So many great moments - that it is hard to pick out all the highlights but if I had to mention a couple:
Comatose a 17-minute epic split into 3 parts. Part one (View from the seashore) has from the 2nd to the 7th minute one of those moments where you have to stop the cd to replay what you just heard it is that good! I've been caught out by the kids playing air keyboards and guitars to this in the kitchen! The second part of Comatose (Space cadet) starts of with a simple guitar and drum and then you realise they are off on one again!
The Freak show is such a strong song - if there was any justice it would be a number 1 hit single for a month - great chorus - great lyrics though the lyrics here and throughout have an air of melancholy and even despair at times about them. But basically "Pure" is one constant highlight.
Pendragon have raised the bar higher than "Believe" their previous album - yet that album is also a strong one showing the band were still prepared to move on and take risks.
The only downside for me about this album is the fact I am now having to fill the small gaps in my Pendragon collection! The downside for Pendragon is ...how the hell do you follow "Pure"?
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
After listening to the track "Indigo" on a Classic Prog free disc. I had to buy and sample the new album Pure. I was not disappointed, the opening track blew me away and give me high expectations for the rest of the album. I found the vocals were a little bit to be desired but musically i couldn't fault it. After a few more listens, I've got used to the vocals and bought 3 more albums from their back catalogue. Nick Barrett is one hell of a guitarist. Thank you Classic Rock again for pointing me in the right direction for some good decent prog.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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To start with, this is not just Pendragon's best by a long way, it also has to be one of the best rock albums of the last 20 years. It's still recognisably Pendragon, just about, but with the worst of the 'folky' bits stripped out and replaced with Rammstein-esque ear-bashing. It's rather more 'rock' than 'prog', so it may not be to everyone's taste, but for me it's the 21st century makeover that's been long overdue in the prog rock scene (credit too in this regard to IQ, whose 'Frequency' also fits the bill).
To finish, a genuinely excellent album, one of those ones which you end up listening to so often that you think you can't face hearing it again, but then you put it on and end up listening right to the end all over again. The only downside is that 'Pure' sets the bar so high, the next one's bound to be a disappointment!
To finish, a genuinely excellent album, one of those ones which you end up listening to so often that you think you can't face hearing it again, but then you put it on and end up listening right to the end all over again. The only downside is that 'Pure' sets the bar so high, the next one's bound to be a disappointment!
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Lost it
Sorry but this is just awful,been a pendragon fan for years but they have gone downhill over the last couple of albums & this is the final straw for me,i have tried & tried to find... Read more
Published 1 month ago by pedro
Mighty Prog
My header sums it up really, I can't believe that I have never come across this band before.
The Pendragon sound showcases just about everything that is good about the... Read more
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Published 13 months ago by Northern Warrior
Get another singer
I am sorry to have to say this about Pendragon, because their music is so beautiful. It is just that, every time I hear their lead singer, I feel like crawling up the wall. Read more
Published 18 months ago by J. F. Earl
A must buy
Fantastic album. Mix of heavy guitar riffs, soaring vocals, soothing mellow keyboards. Prog rock at its best. Read more
Published on 16 Dec 2009 by surreal illusions
Yes...well...maybe...OK then.
I've listened to this album 5 times now. It is slowly growing on me. Not the longest of albums time wise but keeps me company whilst in the gym. Read more
Published on 25 Sep 2009 by J. Gare
A Modern Classic
I'm afraid I cannot agree with Mr Liley. This album is stunning.
I've followed Pendragon since The Window Of Life album and they have always delivered albums of a... Read more
I've followed Pendragon since The Window Of Life album and they have always delivered albums of a... Read more
Published on 20 May 2009 by Tim Leese
Losing their way a bit!
Pendragon are a really understated and brilliant band! The Masquerade Overture and Window of Life were superb in all ways, with Not of this World and Believe pretty close... Read more
Published on 3 April 2009 by Adrian M. Liley
Pure prog from the Pendies
Pendragon have been around for a long time - a very long time! Writer/founder/guitarist Nick Barrett has vented his frustrations with the music industry and the plague of illegal... Read more
Published on 30 Mar 2009 by M. J. Sexton
Pure Genius
Pendragon. The name conjours up images of myths and legends, of the Arthurian nature. Actually I think they may now doing themselves a disservice with this name. Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2009 by R. W.
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