Album review: KITT WAKELEY – Symphony Of Sinners And Saints

An interesting mix here, and following on nicely from Kitt Wakeley’s previous album, this is a high energy programmed sounding orchestral rock, with very big (almost TSO like) production. Imagine, if you will, a synth pop band going orchestral, some crunchy guitar, and a symphonic feel that nods to Rhapsody with a hint of Bond theme.

Utilising the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the opening track Wicked Ways has a solid rock feel, while the title track has a little more shred, and a touch of choir bolsters that symphonic feel. Forgive Me features the talents of Joe Satriani, whose guitar adds a more ethereal. A change of pace for Hello Again, more piano led with swirling strings, making it a little more stirringly ambient. A fine guitar solo though. Then Conflicted, the second track to feature Satriani. A wonderful listen.

No Apologies mixes rock with piano, the orchestra ever present, a hint of Yanni, it’s a bit more Middle Of The Road compared to earlier tracks. This is always going to happen on such a journey through the senses and emotions. Again, it picks up, the choir chanting adding a great edge, but a slower starter.

Over the 10 tracks there is a range of feels, lots of emotions, and some touches of genius (not just Satriani), but the MOR does creep in, and at times there is a programmed feel. It is a good album, some enjoyable moments, it just didn’t grab me by the throat. ***

Review by Joe Geesin

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