Emphasis was the first single of Decipher and my favorite song of the album, so good choice. The interesting stuff comes with the Queen cover
Who Wants To Live Forever, an Ayreon co-operation with Damian Wilson on guest vocals and a previously unreleased version of
Imperfect Tenses, also starring Damian on guest vocals.
Who Wants To Live Forever is a bold choice for a Queen cover but I guess any Queen cover is. Freddie Mercury made the original version unforgettable and infused it with a special kind of magic, which is not completely captured by this cover. Subtlety and dynamics are the keywords of the original and this cover looses some momentum by turning up right away and having the orchestration so far in front. When the climax comes it is too shrill. That said, it is still a most excellent cover and a direct comparison is unfair since nothing matches Freddie Mercury's way of handling a Queen song.
Imperfect Tenses has a different vibe compared to the album version since Damian's voice is less of a contrast to Floor compared to the tenor, Rein Kolpa, on the album version. Interesting duet and overall a single worth picking up.
Style: Soprano Metal
Rating: 6/10Posted by
Steen - Saturday, March 5, 2011
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| Comment by Little Drummer Boy (Member) - Tuesday, March 8, 2011 |
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Ratings: 46 | | "kind of magic" good pun.
It is a tall task for any who ventures on covering a Queen song. It is a well done cover, but just does not have the emotional impact the original. Beyond Freddie's conviction to make us believe and hang on every word performed (I get shivers every time I hear Freddie sing "But touch my tears with your lips. Touch my world with your fingertips..."), it is Brian's brilliant song writing. The simplicity of the keys from the very start right to the majestic guitar solo. A perfect arrangement!
I think it's time to pull out A Kind Of Magic!
Posted by Little Drummer Boy
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 |
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