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I, among many others out there,
consider Queensrÿche to be one of the most important bands in the history of
metal and even though this album isn't exactly the reason for this it still
deserves a review. Despite the fact that they originate from the city of
Seattle they have never had that much to do with the grunge movement which I
am greatful for. Instead they have leaned more towards the progressive side of
music and who can't remember their classic concept album "Operation:
Mindcrime" from 1988? Despite the fact that they have left much of their old
musical roots behind them and opted for a more commercial and straight-forward
sound there are some moments to treasure on "Q2k" as well. I would however
be lying to you if I told you that this was one of the best releases from the
band and unfortunately Geoff Tate makes one of his weakest vocal performances
ever on the album. That is a shame because he is in possession of one of the
strongest and most unique voices in the world. "Q2k" is also the first album
featuring the band's new guitarist Kelly Gray who replaced the departed
original member Chris DeGarmo. It brings sadness to my heart when I say this
but it seems like DeGarmo was leaving a sinking ship. Even if the "Empire"
album was commercial enough for most metal fans the music of that one was
always exciting and it hardly ever got boring in my opinion. This album is all
too washed out and gray to reach the same heights as before and the only song
that really shows what Queensrÿche is capable of is the opening track
"Falling Down". Not a bad album all the way through but when you know the
previous material from the band you can't help but feel disappointed. We
should not give up yet though, the queen might rise
again.
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1. Falling Down 2. Sacred |
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Ground 3. One Life 4. When The Rain Comes 5. How Could |
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I 6. Beside You 7. Liquid Sky 8. Breakdown 9. |
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Burning Man 10. Wot Kinda Man 11. Right Side Of My Mind |
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