Divided by Design is out with their latest album, Irretraceable Steps, which will be released on March 18.2022. Divided By Design is a Leeds, UK band that plays incredible video game level progressive rock.
The band is made up of Liam Stephenson, Joe Messingham, and Tom Chambers.
This is an excellent, dynamic and diverse instrumental prog album. The opening “Mission Start” is the perfect starter.
“Countdown Initiated” is exceptional keyboards and electric guitar.
“Consume All”, is a little repetitive, but “The Fine Line” and its beautiful poetic piano more than make up for it. The guitar work on this song is also stellar and hypnotizing, as is the added bird song. The racing guitars that continue to speed up as the momentum builds is one of the best moments on the album.
The excellent soft piano that opens “The Space Between”, is another one of the moments that just freeze you in your thoughts, and it is brilliant. Almost as good as a NoSound song.
“D.A.V.E.” is a star in itself. With a cool video supporting, this Rush – like electric guitar and keyboard instrumental that has a great melody and many cool intricate parts.
“N2H4”, does a great job of rocking you with deep bass and excellent electric lead guitars, supported by powerful drumming.
“Inhibitor”, is another drum showcase, with powerful lead electric guitars showing you the way higher. But it is the expert drumming and pace of this one that will take your breath away. A big, powerful Rush-like anthem at times. Just what the doctor ordered.
This is a fantastic introduction to Divided by Design. I’ll come back for the next round. It is great music for driving, or as they say playing video games. I recommend you give it a spin and listen.
Track List
- Mission Start – 1:05
- Countdown Initiated – 3:44
- Consume All – 5:30
- The Fine Line – 4:21
- Space Between – 1:47
- D.A.V.E. – 4:36
- N2H4 – 4:40
- Inhibitor – 6:34
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