Senna (Moonjune Records MJR048, 2012)
Fans of psychedelic progressive rock are in for a treat with
Senna , the sixth album by Canadian space rockers Mahogany Frog. The all-instrumental effort adds a jam or improvisational elements to the mix, with the use of electric guitars, vintage synthesizers, sequencers and a solid rhythm section.
Some of the pieces have a sound that recall early Pink Floyd. However, there is much more. The vintage organs give some of the cuts a jazzy Canterbury flavor. The last four tracks on the album have a more modern feel with ambient space explorations and rockish jams that are closer to current space rock. The last piece on the album is the most exploratory with abundant sound experimentation.
Band members include Graham Epp on electric guitars, MicroMoog, Farfisa organ, Farf Muff, ARP String Ensemble, Korg MS2000, electric & acoustic pianos; Jesse Warkentin: electric guitars, MicroMoog, Farfisa organ, Farf Muff, ARP String Ensemble, Korg MS2000, electric & acoustic pianos; Scott Ellenberger: electric & acoustic bass, Briscoe organ, percussion; and Andy Rudolph: drums, percussion & electronics. Eric lussier appears as guest musician on ‘Aqua Love,’ playing the harpsichord.
Senna presents a superb mix of turbo charged space rock, dreamy psychedelia and shifting sound experimentation.
Buy Senna in North America
Buy Senna in North America