Pagan's Mind - Heavenly Ecstasy

Pagan's Mind consistently put out solid product.  They are one of those money bands, that you can count on to give you a solid platter of music, from release to release.  IF you're not familiar with the band, you should be, because they are a force to be reckoned with.  The band has a progressive sound, with a really heavy edge.  It has been 4 years since the band's last release, God's Equation, so the band had to dig deep to produce another stellar release, as strong as their last.  Heavenly Ecstasy marks the band's 5th studio release and as its predecessors, it does not disappoint.

The CD starts off strong with the track Eyes of Fire, which is driven by a cool keyboard progression that morphs into a killer heavy melody.  The next track to kick my ass was the mid-tempo track Into the Aftermath, which shows another side of the band, by mixing in some guttural vocals.  They are subdued and not prevalent in the song; but they do add to the heaviness of the track.  Another killer song that mixes in this heavier style vocal, is the killer track Revelation to the End.  The coolest thing about this track though, is the bridge before the solo.  The break starts with a 80's bass lick ala Extreme, before kicking into this sick heavy riff that emulates the flash of the 80's.  Dude I  almost wet myself, when I heard this.  It is that killer. 

Pagan's Mind have a killer way of melding the best elements of power metal, with progressive music.  They have strong melodies with memorable choruses, that will stick with you.  Another thing about this band is the killer musicianship, which is displayed within every release. This is one killer CD, that should not be overlooked.  Great melodies and memorable chorus, topped by some kick ass musicianship.  Great release from start to finish.

Bottom Line:  Solid progressive/power metal, mixed with some heaviness.  Great songs executed to a T.

Standout Tracks: Eyes of Fire, Revelation ot the End, Follow Your Way and Into the Aftermath.

-Ragman has renamed this CD, audio ecstasy.