(Crossover Prog, Progressive Rock) Id Guinness - Cure for the Common Crush - 2007, MP3, 320 kbps

A mixed but at times pretty neat production by this Canadian artist.
For the most part, this album contains slightly anonymous, radio-friendly compositions. Well written and well performed, but without coming across as original or unique in any manner. Few of these tunes contain moods or atmospheres strong enough to make a great impact; but there's nothing really wrong either. Nice creations, but nothing standout.
However, the opening three compositions as well as the final composition Wailing Wall are of a completely different ilk. The trio of tunes opening this venture are elaborate affairs in the art pop category; catchy grooves and strong melody lines, all of them containing characteristic, compelling melody layers and a detailed, textured and inventive soundscape. The final composition on the album is more of a majestic art rock creation, gradually evolving from slow, psychedelic tinged explorations to a rich, majestic sonic tapestry with haunting qualities.

Id Guinness: vocals, keyboards, bass, guitars, programming
Ledenhed: guitars
Curtis DeBray: guitars
Heywood McMartin: drums
Pat Steward: drums
Leslie Harris: vocals
Katherine Casey Fiedler: vocals
Delina: vocals, guitar
Donn Tarris: bass, cello
Tim Barrett: saxophone
Lan Tung: erhu