Description

2007 re-issue with new improved cover artwork

After Anachronaeon’s demo “As The Last Human Spot In Me Dies” was afforded wider exposure through a re-issue via Stygian Crypt Productions, it was only a matter of time before their private pressed debut full-length album from 2005 was afforded a wider release too. This is a concept album centred on alien abductions, and the lyrics are delivered by the protagonist, Jack, or via the omniscient Storyteller. However, only the lyrics convey the shift between the first and third person; it isn’t noticeable from the delivery. Musically, they maintain the style and standard of the demo, combining decent production and arrangements with catchy leads (albeit less than on the demo) and no small amount of Maiden influence. I don’t know if it is deliberate, but the song titles are comprised almost entirely out of clichés — “The Plot Thickens” and “The Light at the End of the Tunnel”. The vocals alternate between mid-range and legible growls through to (yet again) unconvincing clean singing, that (and yet again) is not in key. This is not as infectious as their demo, but it’s a respectable enough release that will not cause any significant embarrassment.

Track list:
1. The Random Twist Of Fate
2. Awake From An Evil Dream
3. The Plot Thickens
4. A Secret Revealed
5. Life Is Only A Matter Of Time
6. Letter To Nancy
7. The Light At The End Of The Tunnel