Deep Space: The Alan J. Bound Retrospective 2005-2014
Self-Released, 2015
8/10
Listen to Deep Space: The Alan J. Bound Retrospective 2005-2014
The creative and esteemed guitarist Alan J. Bound collects some of his best work from the years 2005-2014 here, and it’s a fine representation of his powerful, progressive, instrumental rock that takes help from some very talented guests.
“N365” starts the listen with a thick and hazy undercurrent of mysterious prog-rock that benefits much from Jaki Liebezeit’s thumping drums, and “Solaris 2014” follows with Janusz Korzen’s proficient drumming and H.T.’s playful bass alongside Bound’s precise synth and guitar weaving in and out of the dreamy landscape.
Deeper into the experience, “Dune” pairs the soaring, spacey vision with punchy drums from Liebezeit, while the gentle buzzing of “Ikarus” marches forward with a firm presence of cinematic qualities that bridges electronic rock and psychedelic nods with much allure.
Placed near the end, “Moonglider 2014” then displays Bound’s spirited guitar prowess amid the eerie keys and Omar Ibrahim’s well timed bass, and “Float 2014” finishes the listen sound very much like it could soundtrack a sci-fi film with its creative prog-rock melodies and meticulous song craft.
A timeless listen that sounds relevant in any decade since the ‘60s, Bound and company offer a memorable listen in the area of space-rock that takes us on a journey of sonically engaging songwriting.
Travels well with: Erik Dahl Ensemble- Gethenian Suite; Magnatar- Parallel Worlds