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Mostly Autumn - Passengers
1. Something In Between 3:52
2. Pure White Light 4:33
3. Another Life 4:36
4. Bitterness Burnt 4:56
5. Caught In A Fold 3:52
6. Simple Ways 6:13
7. First Thought 4:46
8. Passengers 6:05
9. Distant Train 4:50
10. Answer The Question 5:01
11. Pass The Clock Part 1 2:40
12. Pass The Clock Part 2 5:49
13. Pass The Clock Part 3 3:39
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In three words: a balanced whole.
The eleven (strong) songs on Passengers contain variation: rock, folk, ballads, uptempo, beautiful sung harmonies, traditional instruments. The lead vocals of Heather Findlay, together with Bryan Josh give a special dimension to the Mostly Autumn-sound. I can't find a negative thing on this album, every time I hear the songs they keep enjoying me: there is no boredom! I can review each song, but, in my opinion, I think that isn't necessary. Listen for yourself!
Well, some highlights then on this album: the opening song "Something In Between" walks in the room after a short intro as if it would say: "Here we are, can we have your attention please!!" Powerful!!
The same one can say about "Pure White Light": a fine melodic rocksong, and "Caught In A Fold" brings you back in the 70's! Great Hammond, but I prefer more overdrive in the Leslie!! (I can't have it all, can I ?)
Special attention for "Passengers", the title-track brings back Pink Floyd-memories, and one must see that as a great compliment!
Finally, "Pass The Clock" has beautiful Steve Hackett- and Genesis-influences, as well as pure (symphonic) rock.
Yes, this album is strongly recommended to everyone with a Classic Rock-mind!!
Review by: Clemens Steenweg, September 2003