Orisonata is a progressive metal project, a
collaboration between Jason Lee Greenberg and his wife Jennifer Grassman, a
classically trained vocalist.
Among their influences they cite many bands, but
also Jules Verne and J.R.R. Tolkien. It is not surprising that the tracks on
their self-titled album refer to works of fantasy ("The Once and Future
King"), science-fiction ("Journey to the Center of the Earth"),
religion ("The Great Baptism"), folklore ("Robin Hood") and
myth ("The Muses").
Tracks are long - the shortest is 5:07 - and dramatic: big guitar, big voice, and big keyboards (another listed
influence is Johann Sebastian Bach). This band is in the business of epic
quests.
I do not think they are being pretentious, but I did
feel it was a bit silly and overblown. I feel the same way about Trans-Siberian
Orchestra, though, and they have a definite fan base. Fans of Dragonforce might
also be interested.
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Hey thanks for giving us a review! I am glad to hear you enjoyed it :)
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