Porcupine Tree’s Steve Wilson is half of this outfit. In many ways the music is similar to the output of that group. There is a certain dark and elegant air about all of Wilson’s projects. There is also a certain attachment to the sedate. All of these things work together to make this an album that is a little on the monolithic side. That said, it’s pretty and packed with so many cool sounds and textures that it only matters so much. In other words, this is a disc that will certainly please Wilson’s fans. Those looking for a first sample of the man would be better advised to check out Blackfield or Porcupine Tree first and make their way gradually to this world. There are two CD’s in this set, but they include the same music. The second disc is 5.1 surround mixed and has some videos included.

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