Three Monks: The Legend of the Holy Circle

Three Monks are an Italian band made up of Paolo "Julius" Lazzeri, on Neogothic organ & synthetizers; Maurizio "Bozorius" Bozzi, on electric bass; Claudio "Ursinius" Cuseri, on drums for tracks 1-2-5; and Roberto "Placidus" Bichi, on drums for tracks 3-6-7.

The Legend of the Holy Circle was re-released in 2013. The Legend of the Holy Circle is a magical trip back in time to the kind of keyboard and synthesizer music made popular by Keith Emerson and the band Emerson, Lake and Palmer. In fact, at times, the opening and title track has melodies that reminded me of Brain Salad Surgery and other great hits from one of prog's best keyboard influenced bands.

The Legend of the Holy Circle is the follow-up album to 2011's debut album Neogothic Progressive Toccatas. The band uses a grand pipe organ and other intricate synthesizers to weave impressive melodies which as a fan of Larry Fast and ELP I simply enjoyed to the fullest. Every track is a wonderful journey of the mind through some intricate organ and synthesizer melodies full of symphonic imagery. The drums and bass are placed perfectly to providfe enough deep textures to offset the high notes.

Sit back and revel in this unique opportunity to emerse yourself in prophetic church organ symphonies without vocals. After all, words would only detract from the music. Thankfully there are still musicians inspired by this form of music still creating. I will anticipate their next album and search out the debut album as well. If you like the keyboards playing a primary role in the music you enjoy, then this album is definitely not to be missed.

Track Listing:

1. The Holy Circle - 7:48
2. Int Mystery - 5:58
3. The Battle of Marduk - 4:48
4. The Rest of the Sacred Swarm - 9:53
5. Rieger - 5:09
6. The Strife of Souls - 10:01
7. Toccata Neogotica n5 - 9:43

Added: May 6th 2014
Reviewer: Mark Johnson
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