InVertigo is a German prog band that recorded a debut album with only six songs that last approximately 52 minutes. This probably is a nice record ... and indeed it is. The music is a blend of neo-prog and pop-rock. Singer Sebastian Brennert has a nice voice which leads us smoothly through these medium-long songs. Of course, these songs contain some extended instrumental passages, but these never turn into a 'look-momma-I-can-do-it-without-hands' freak show. InVertigo makes the music Sylvan or even RPWL could have made if these bands would have been a bit more commercial. Fortunately, InVertigo steers clear of the overly commercial pitfall. The songs have just that bit of an edge to keep them - despite their easy-to-the-ear sound - interesting for the die-hard prog fan. Especially The Night and the mini-epic Special are enjoyable, because of the breaks and tempo shifts and a slight Yes-touch from the Drama-period (1980). With this InVertigo has delivered a debut album which puts the band on the prog map and hopefully on the bill of some of summer festivals as well. ***+ André de Waal (edited by Peter Willemsen) Where to buy? |
