THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(13-TRACKS)
1-MEET THY DOOM
2-DIGITAL SURVIVAL
3-GOD
4-I AM A LIE
5-PAY TO PRAY
6-EVRYDAY PEOPLE
7-CHAOS
8-THE ONLY ONE
9-TEMPTATION
10-CAIN
11-NO MORE MONSTERS
12-THE CAGE(Bonus Track)
13-WAR DANCE(Bonus Track feat "Wedding Party")
MIDNIGHT ORCHESTRA - LAND OF NOD / 1999
THIS ALBUM CONTAIN(12-TRACKS)
1-WAR DANCE
2-THE CAGE
3-CAIN
4-RENDER
5-BEYOND THE GRAVE
6-COVERED IN BLOOD
7-FEAR
8-THE OATH
9-CREATURES OF THE NIGHT
10-THE CROSS
11-BEYOND THE GRAVE(Demo)
12-OUR GOD REIGN(Demo)
BIOGRAPHY:
"Rather than pursuing an aggressive style, Mick Rowe (formally from the 80's band TEMPEST) has written an album I would call kind of soothing, due to his passive relaxed and almost whispered style of singing. Sheri Watters of the now defunct WEDDING PARTY, assists with her vocals furthering the gothic cause. The name of the game here is simplicity - and it works. The guitars although not displaying any real technical prowess, promote the darkish modern rock sound well, perhaps enabling 'Midnight Orchestra' to obtain quality airtime. With goth rock on the rise and becoming more of the flavour of the day, 'Midnight Orchestra' have shown us all they are one band to be savoured."
REVIEW:(Digital Survivor)
For many people the pleasure of listening to a song comes from their appreciation of the music itself. These people make up the majority of our society and based that information alone Midnight Orchestra's "Digital Savior" should be a hit! For the rest of you (myself included) who analyze a song or album as a completed work of art, Digital Savior isn't going to impress us as easily. One thing we must take into consideration are the words. Is this artist/group a lyricist? Do the words they write and/or sing actually make you think? Are the lyrics predictable? Are they well thought out or do they sound like they were just thrown together? To answer the last four questions when evaluating Digital Savior The innovative production by Tim Trudeau of Sackcloth Fashion is so superior that it can keep the attention of even the most critical listener. The whole album tends to stick to the same few instruments and Chords but amazingly enough the unique drum patterns and varying approaches in vocal delivery kept my ears pleased for the majority of my listening experience. The First Song, which is the title track, is both laid back and aggressive at the same time. The pounding Drum Loop Compliments the dark vocals and sets the mood for the rest of the album. A gothic/industrial experience with the bang of a hip hop record and the intensity of a drum and bass project. The songs I appreciated the most were "God", and "I'm a lie" which believe it or not is pretty much just a hip-hop song that was very well written and performed. Most folks don't like it when the end of a movie is given away, so to avoid ruining your listening experience I'll refrain from giving to many details about the pleasant surprises on Midnight Orchestra's Digital Savior. Sonically speaking the unique and innovative techniques used offset the shortcomings lyrically and musically enough for me to dub this album a "Must,It's hard to find Christian goth bands that actually sound good--this is one of them. I highly recommend this Album,this item was hard to findthis was true goth metal, good stuff! ,After the much acclaimed album 'Land Of Nod' we have this new release. The first track is a dark and atmospheric keyboard moment which builds your hopes for the rest of the album. The second track, the title track, introduces you to the "digital rock/metal" that colours the album, but there are also rap influenced songs such as "I'm A Lie" and "Chaos". All of the Drums are programmed, which gives it that "digital" feel, but these are offset by Heavy Guitar. However, as the album progresses you find yourself looking for more variance in the Drums and Guitar style - the novelty somewhat wears off. As each songs starts one is truly eager to hear how the song will progress, anticipating greatness, but in my opinion the majority of the tracks don't quite grab you after their intros. The themes addressed are excellent, covering everything from computer addiction to reaching people with real love and compassion. As frontman Mick Rowe says, the goal is to put ministry first and the words are thought provoking, encouraging people to a closer walk with the Lord. This is a big plus, but overall - mixed feelings...(http://www.holymetalrob.com)
