Five Stars (A)live
Self-Released, 2024
9/10
Recorded live at CGR, Rotonde, Lyon, Frace in 2023, these 9 tracks emit a rock/metal/prog hybrid thanks to Wedingoth’s dynamic and collaborative delivery.
“Dear Universe” starts with mystery, as Steeven Segarra’s warm acoustic guitar is met with Céline Nephthys’ stirring vocals in an intimate climate, and “Masterpiece Of Life” follows with a hard hitting formula that’s still melodic and embraces Stéphane Rochas’ thumping drums.
Deeper into the set, “Life” balances calm and busy bouts with pretty singing and powerful instrumentation, while “The Space Man” leads with thumping drums before thick guitars and Manon Fortin’s meticulous bass enter the record’s best.
Near to the end, “Cross The Mirror” comes with a frisky mood of chunky bass and expressive singing, and “Love” exits with emotive singing that builds into a dense and furious finish.
The ambience, fierceness and pretty moments of this accomplished prog fueled listen is captured superbly and truly illustrates the depths of Wedingoth’s talents.
Travels well with: Wedingoth- Five Stars Above; Babel- Who Will I Be When I Leave?