Trion - Pilgrim. 2007 Netherlands

Trion is a made-up word that combines trilogy and mellotron, which gives a pretty good idea where these lads are going musically. The group is made up by members of the veteran Dutch progressive rock bands of Odyssice and Flamborough Head. Their charter, as it were, is to play instrumental rock music utilizing only analog instruments and 70s era recording techniques. While Tortoise is an impressive debut, Pilgrim is even better as they add more diversity in the keyboards (not just mellotron samples). As well, more acoustic guitar is deployed than prior, adding some much needed contrast. A beautiful album.

Ownership: CD: 2007 Cyclops

2/18/11 (new entry)