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The inclusion of the voice as an instrument in Induction Magnetique gives the piece an additional and welcome expressive dimension. It also features wordless vocal accompaniments, similar in some respect to Richard Sinclair's work in Alan Gowen's Black Hat, from National Health's sometimes overlooked DS Al Coda album. The insistent melody is elaborated by some magnificent keyboard work. It is an excellent track which mines the rich seams once explored by National Health. The mood lightens and the tempo increases as the piece breezes into life. Induction Magnetique is much more accessible. This is probably the least predictable of all the pieces on the album and is a composition that I like, but have yet to fully appreciate, or come to terms with. The violin part in Pas A Pas is plaintive, understated, and wistfully adds to the overall ethereal atmosphere of the track. A pulsating bass line takes over, as the piece briefly gathers momentum before settling into a contemplative mode. The comforting warmth of the introduction reminded me of Alan Gowen's work with Gilgamesh. Their enticing grip reaches out to the listener and invites them to stay. Pas A Pas introduces itself with a warm, clasping handshake of synthesisers. The reflective segments drip with creativity, and are satisfyingly saturated with beauty and elegance. Animated episodes of frantic playing, harmoniously contrast with the quieter passages. These are thrillingly embellished by some fine violin and synth solos. Strewn throughout this track are energised rhythmic parts of varying complexity. This is fully illustrated in the appealing opening track La Suspension Ethéréenne. Splendidly reflective, languid moments are a feature of the band's compositions. In contrast, the album is also scattered with shaded valleys where spacious and gracious interludes abound, as the pace slackens and the intensity wanes. The passion demonstrated, makes it easier for the listener to appreciate the virtuosity of the duo, as each musical summit is negotiated and successfully achieved. The emotion which lies at the heart of this release is invigorating. The duo manages to not only convey their undoubted technical expertise but also able to display an emotional feel for their craft. These sparkle intensely with opulent splendour. The topography of the music has many diamond-encrusted peaks. Keyboards feature heavily throughout, and many of the pieces are highly melodic, containing symphonic, as well as jazz intonations.
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These are full of surprises as the band intricately weaves an appealing soundscape across a full dynamic range, amid shifting tempos and impressive musicianship. The album contains six wonderfully complex tunes. This is not a mere imitation of bands such as National Health, but is uniquely creative, fresh and intensely rewarding in its own right. It should appeal to those who have any affinity with Canterbury-styled bands.
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At times, Alco Frisbass is simply stunning. Many of the musical nuances that made the music of these bands so beguiling and rewarding, are contained in this album's rich compositions. This is an album that is littered with stylistic references to bands such as Hatfield and The North, Gilgamesh, and Seven-era Soft Machine. White Willow and Opium Cartel guitarist Jacob Holm Lupo contributes to La Suspension Ethéréenne and Judith Coupeuse de Tête, on which track Minimum Vital's Thierry Payssan also provides Sigma solos and Mellotron. Archimede De Martin provides impressive violin parts in La Suspension Ethéréenne, Pas A Pas and Escamotage. The album also features three notable guests. To my amazement, I experienced a similar feeling of excitement and bewitchment when listening to the 2015 debut album of French duo Alco Frisbass.Īlco Frisbass is made up of Fabrice Chfab Chouette, who provides keys, guitars, voice, percussions and whistles, and Patrick Paskinel Dufour on Fender Rhodes, keys and drum programming. I was already a huge fan of their brand of Canterbury prog, and watching their live interpretation of many of the tunes from Of Queues and Cures was truly compelling. Many years ago, I was fortunate enough to witness National Health on stage as a support band to UK. La Suspension Ethéréenne (10:34), Pas A Pas (6:42), Induction Magnétique (9:08), La Danse Du Pantin (7:43), Escamotage (12:17), Judith Coupeuse de Tête (9:08)