THIS FRAGILE PEACE by PARADOX ONE
REVIEWED by ROGER TRENWITH for THE PROGRESSIVE ASPECT (2015)
“This Fragile Peace” was created in an unusual way, bottom up from the Census of Hallucinations rhythm section of Tim Jones and Paddi, to which Phil Jackson added his words and keyboards.
Thereafter, a series of guest musicians made their own unique contributions, including the soaring guitar of ex Clear Blue Sky, Ginger Baker et al guitarist John Simms and the soulful vocals of Maxine Simms. Overall, what emerged was a wonderful amalgam of semi-improvised music that works well within the trademark Census of Hallucinations psychedelics, mixed and mastered by Tim Jones.
Wheat in the Fields opens the album like a gently rising sun, spreading warmth through Maxine’s multi-tracked vocals, climaxing in John’s searing guitar notes. On the three-part Ethereal Soldier, Phil’s organ makes its first significant entrance to John’s liquid guitar, evoking strangeness and charm (but not quark – ed!). On Darkest Night, Phil relates a story of loss and regret, and his soulful piano playing emerges amongst the cosmic swirling vibes. The dreamy Waiting At Airports, based on a poem by another of Phil’s collaborators, Richard Gorman, and its accompanying video, portray the tedious aspects of travelling by plane. On All the Way, Phil contributes some nice jazz-soul piano and organ in the style of Brian Auger to a bluesy vocal. Closing track, The Unknown Unknowns is an
upbeat space rocker reminiscent of Here and Now, one of the bands, along with Gong and Steve Hillage, that one might compare the music to.
REVIEWED by ROGER TRENWITH for THE PROGRESSIVE ASPECT (2015)
“This Fragile Peace” was created in an unusual way, bottom up from the Census of Hallucinations rhythm section of Tim Jones and Paddi, to which Phil Jackson added his words and keyboards.
Thereafter, a series of guest musicians made their own unique contributions, including the soaring guitar of ex Clear Blue Sky, Ginger Baker et al guitarist John Simms and the soulful vocals of Maxine Simms. Overall, what emerged was a wonderful amalgam of semi-improvised music that works well within the trademark Census of Hallucinations psychedelics, mixed and mastered by Tim Jones.
Wheat in the Fields opens the album like a gently rising sun, spreading warmth through Maxine’s multi-tracked vocals, climaxing in John’s searing guitar notes. On the three-part Ethereal Soldier, Phil’s organ makes its first significant entrance to John’s liquid guitar, evoking strangeness and charm (but not quark – ed!). On Darkest Night, Phil relates a story of loss and regret, and his soulful piano playing emerges amongst the cosmic swirling vibes. The dreamy Waiting At Airports, based on a poem by another of Phil’s collaborators, Richard Gorman, and its accompanying video, portray the tedious aspects of travelling by plane. On All the Way, Phil contributes some nice jazz-soul piano and organ in the style of Brian Auger to a bluesy vocal. Closing track, The Unknown Unknowns is an
upbeat space rocker reminiscent of Here and Now, one of the bands, along with Gong and Steve Hillage, that one might compare the music to.
Paradox One - This Fragile Peace
A seamless blend of progressive rock, ambient textures, and experimental soundscapes. Drawing from a wide array of influences, the album exudes an ethereal yet grounded tone. An engaging listen for fans of cosmic music and deep, reflective journeys. The album is rich in atmosphere, perfectly balancing instrumental prowess with evocative moods.
- Dr Chemistry Set
More reviews here: aural-innovations.com/stonepremonitions/bands/paradoxone/reviews.html
A seamless blend of progressive rock, ambient textures, and experimental soundscapes. Drawing from a wide array of influences, the album exudes an ethereal yet grounded tone. An engaging listen for fans of cosmic music and deep, reflective journeys. The album is rich in atmosphere, perfectly balancing instrumental prowess with evocative moods.
- Dr Chemistry Set
More reviews here: aural-innovations.com/stonepremonitions/bands/paradoxone/reviews.html