“The
Space Adventures of Pyjama Boy” is a good introduction to what is going to be
seen on the rest of the album. If you
are into complex music with a spacey touch, then Quantum Sphere is the band
that you are looking for. There is a lot
going on here yet it comes together so well. The journey continues with “The Fornax
Void.” It is a song that shows off the different music styles that have
influenced their music. The keyboards are dazzling here and the guitars and
drums are pretty funky as well. The tempo shift at the end is moving and
unexpected, which heightens the emotional impact. This one gets my vote for best song on the
album. “Fractal Dimensions” is a beautifully
complex song with an edge to it. There
is a sense of mystery, wonder, and perhaps a touch of dread in the music.
The
opening for “Preplexia” is fantastic as it builds up to an explosion of
sound. This is one song where you can
certainly hear the title in the music.
The rising and falling of the music will keep you on your toes.
“Interplanetary Probe” has an overall lighter
atmosphere than some of the previous songs, which is a welcome change that keeps
the music fresh and the album from becoming stale. The mesmerizing opening of “Error” starts off
an altogether gripping song. It is like riding a comet across the galaxy with
its feeling of wonder and danger. It comes close to matching “The Fornax Void”
for the honor of best song. “Tachyon
Pulse Induction Protocol” (Try to say that fast five times!) is another display
of Quantum Sphere’s musical skill. The
way I would describe “Amastia” is that is like falling through a
kaleidoscope. “Attack Ship on Fire off
the Shoulder of Orion” is one last adventure before the end and it is a
spectacular as the name suggests. It is
filled with intense moments before tapering off into cosmic oblivion.
The Space Adventures of Pyjama Boy is just straight-up
great music. With its distinct sound, Quantum Sphere is a band that will be
hard to forget and one to watch as it brings forth new music. This album should
accompany you on your adventures whether it is across town, to another country,
or to a restaurant at the end of the universe.
4/5 Stars
Key
Tracks: The Fonax Void, Fractal Dimensions, Error, Amastia
Brian McKinnon
April 23, 2012
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