As foreshadowed on Kenso II, Kenso's third album goes all-in towards a powerful digital instrumental fusion sound. If there's ever an album that proves that modern technology didn't ruin progressive rock by itself, it's this one. The songwriting once again is top notch, and the compositions are complex yet melodic. The slicker tones do not detract, and everything sounds perfect for the music Kenso are trying to achieve here. As with the earlier Kenso albums, there's a myriad of ideas present within any bar of music, thus keeping the listener attuned at all times. While Kenso III doesn't quite hit the heights of its predecessor, no fan of instrumental symphonic fusion will want to miss this one.
Ownership: LP: 1985 Nexus. Single sleeve with obi and insert. Purchased from a good friend of the UMR (2016).
My first copy was also this version of the LP acquired in 1990. Decided to swap out for the CD (1993 Nexus), but no need for the portable version in my current world. As a bonus it does contain 'Umi' from their debut which was not yet available on CD at the time, but I already have it now.
9/2/14 (new entry); 12/17/16
9/2/14 (new entry); 12/17/16
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