LIVE REVIEW IN BACKGROUND WEBZINE
A great review of Karnataka’s show at De Pul in Uden, Netherlands in Background webzine
Review
Requiem For A Dream review in Fireworks magazine
A great review of the new album Requiem For A Dream by Paul Gregory in the new issue of Fireworks magazine.
“This is a truly great album”
“Is this the best album Karnataka have ever made? I think so”
The full review is featured in the new issue out now. Available from newsagents or direct from the magazine website
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Music Waves (France) review of Requiem for a Dream 5/5
A great French language review of Requiem For A Dream on Music Waves:
Highlights:
“What hasn’t changed, however, is our artist’s incredible ability to compose top-quality neo-progressive Rock, made up of silky melodies magnificently enhanced by his female performers. “
“Two peaks stand out in particular. Firstly, there’s ‘Forgiven’, which, over its almost 12 minutes, takes us through all kinds of emotions. A delicate theme recurring three times in various arrangements, Gregorian-inspired backing vocals, a magnificent guitar solo and a symphonic finale all combine to carry the listener away in a tremendous emotional surge.”
” it’s impossible not to mention the title track, which, at 25 minutes long, delivers all the best that neo-progressive rock has to offer: killer melodies, silky arrangements, an initially discreet accompaniment from Troy Donockley and his uileann pipes and an emotionally-charged double solo of flute and uileann pipes, and that voice that bewitches us all the way through on a journey that begs to be repeated.”
“A final word to underline the exceptional quality of the production, which, through its balance, contributes wonderfully to the delivery of this magnificent object.”
“As a true craftsman, Ian Jones has once again concocted an achievement to be placed between the ears of all those for whom progressive rock is above all a source of pleasure and emotion. With “Requiem for a Dream”, Karnataka fulfills the contract without a moment’s hesitation.”
Requiem For A Dream review on The Progressive Aspect
Great review of the new album by John Giordano on The Progressive Aspect website
“Requiem For A Dream is the latest project to tackle the subject of climate change, and it does so with passion, intelligence and beauty.”
“material which takes the listener on a journey from despair to hope”
“Sertari’s voice is so clear and strong it would make any lyric attractive”
“Impressive stuff all around.”
Requiem For A Dream in Classic Rock magazine
A positive review of the new album in Classic Rock magazine.
“Lush arrangements topped by pure female vocals”
“Requiem For A Dream Karnataka’s strongest album yet.”
“Real progress towards that long overdue breakthrough”
Requiem For A Dream review on Profil
A great review (French langauage) has been published on the Profil porogressive rock website in Quebec.
You can also read an Enlgish translation version on Google translate.
“All Around the World” (10/10), a sublime symphonic ballad that captivates and knocks you over from the first listen“
“electrified by the voice of SERTARI and carried by a melodic framework worthy of the most intense. moments of the symphonic progressive, augmented by Gregorian chant! (10/10“
“If perfection exists, it is here“
Requiem For A Dream review on Ramzine
Another great review of the new album by Laurence Todd for Ramzine.
“All the things which epitomise Karnataka are captured on this album, ambitious songs, great playing and intelligent lyrics”
“Requiem For A Dream stands as KARNATAKAs most audacious album yet“
“Requiem is an album of which Karnataka can be proud”
“Sertari’s gorgeous vocal work!”
Requiem For A Dream review on Rockfiend
A great review of the new album by Iain McArthur on the Rockfiend website.
“excellent new release from UK band, Karnataka”
“the monumental 25-minute excellence of Requiem for a Dream”
” absolutely delicious wall of musicality”
Requiem For A Dream review in PowerPlay magazine
A great review of the new album has been published in OowerPlay magazine 10/10
Requiem For A Dream review on Maximum Volume Music
A great, insightful review by b Andy Thorley on Maximun Volume Music
“These songs carry weight and meaning; they have been carefully crafted.”
“Bold, expansive, and exquisitely done.”
““Sacrifice” is a wonderful showcase for Sertari’s incredible voice. ”
“Those words “stunning” and “jaw-dropping” are about the only ones you can use here.”
