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Metropolis Records
Reviewed by
Matt Simpson
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Last Edit/Update
13 March, 1999
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Eon:Eon
Track Listing
1. Carnival
2. Realm Center
3. Hunted
4. Resist
5. Rescue
6. Karma Monster
7. Our Destiny
8. Eon
9. Orange Moon
10. Dreamer
11. Wish
12. I Live Your Dream
13. Steelrose
"Eon:Eon"
is the latest offering from German outfit, Project Pitchfork. After their
first US tour supporting Front 242 (a VERY good concert, sucks to be you
if you missed it!), I eagerly awaited the release of this CD. Buying the single
"Steelrose" only whetted my appetite. Finally, on a trip to Vero Beach, I
grabbed this CD and put it to the test.
The CD isn't immediately gratifying. The obvious singles, Carnival,
I Live Your Dream, and Steelrose, are the songs that really jump out of the
CD at first listening. However, similiar to their previous offering in 1997, "!Chakra
Red!" the CD has a sense of completeness that draws the listener back. I found
myself repeatedly popping in the CD to hear all the tracks and keep my finger off the
well-worn skip button. Thankfully, the songs are varied in terms of genre. Also, the
CD seems that, if the tracks were rearranged, it could pass as a concept album. There is a
focal point, seemingly of destruction, but not a bleak idea. The tracks that at
first don't grab you will grow on you, as I found out personally. I discovered new
elements in each song at each listen.
As I said above, the tracks are varied. From controlled aggression of
"Resist" to the ethereal beauty of Eon, it seems that the band has
covered quite the spectrum. I'd have to say, though, that "I Live Your Dream" is
the best track on the CD. A sweet dedication, I really love it if I feel down. OK,
that was almost cliche..but anyway ;) There *is* one track I really can't stand, though.
"Rescue" is bad metal. Really bad. I don't see why it belongs
on this CD. The varied nature of the album is good; however, at times it seems to
get a bit stale. The songs themselves sometimes follow a formula..which is good for
rock, but I have come to expect more electronic experimentation after !Chakra Red!.
Not a major complaint, mind you, but the music almost seems to be the same color as the
cover.
Cosmetically, the group has matured, shunning the apache-gothic look of
previous records and opting for a more clear and adult image. Through the liner
notes, the band is depicted quite well, I think, and it gives the listener a sense of
maturity in the CD. The music also reflects this. The songs don't go full
throttle into the dark-industrial/pseudo- goth nature as do much of the current electronic
wave in EBM and the like. It gives an almost rock feel while retaining a good deal
of electronic experimentation. I find myself moving to each track, though not in a
dance manner. It's a very organic experience, really. After listening to the CD
fully, I appreciate each song more, as each song is important to the completeness of the
CD. The vocals have been toned down from pure aggression to a calculated but mature
manner as well.
This is the kind of CD where you can just flip through your collection,
pick it out, pop it in, and be pleased. Polished, but not flawless, this CD is a great
addition to my stale collection. I recommend this CD highly to established fans,
but I don't think this is going to turn any heads of people who haven't enjoyed their
previous offerings.
