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CAST ~ COM.UNION MUSEA 4716 (Barcode: 3426300047168) ~ MEXICO ~ Progressive Rock Recorded: 2007Released: 2007 Mexican Prog Masters CastFind albums by this artist are the country’s most stable and consistent representative of the genre. Formed in 1978 by keyboards player Alfonso VidalesFind albums by this artist, the bend went through numerous personnel changes over the years, but always managed to maintain a very high musical standard playing Symphonic Prog at its best. With over 20 albums under their belt (studio, live and compilations) they are surely very prolific, producing steadily at least one album a year. In addition the band is also the organizer and host of the annual Baja Prog Festival in Mexicali, Mexico – one of the very few festivals dedicated exclusively to Prog. This album (latest so far) is another typical Cast production, with multi-layered keyboards and screaming lead guitar dominating the mostly instrumental pieces. This time the compositions are relatively concise (averaging in about 6 minutes each) in contrast to the 30 minutes long epic creations featured on several earlier albums. Alfonso Vidales composed all the music (as usual) and he plays a myriad of keyboards with skill and evident genius. Guitar and flute solos ornament the music, which flows between lyrical ballads and highly energetic powerful eruptions. Definitely a must for all Cast fans around the globe and a great introduction to the band for those who are not familiar with their music so far. Highly recommended!
