I’m a huge KingsX fan and their first five albums are untouchable. So, when they go their separate ways and do the solo stuff it’s as though they remove their piece of the triangle. Ty’s love of The Beatles (especially the Sgt. Pepper album) is so evident with this release. I think this is due to the similarity his voice has to John Lennon, and his phrasing.
Coming out in ’98, this was Ty’s second solo release. This album doesn’t have the groove or the edge of KingsX, but the DNA is there with all those luscious vocal harmonies and Ty’s unmistakable guitar tone. Lyrically this is quite joyous and uplifting, and not as dark as the X. I have a couple of favourite tunes: The Island Sea and the sheer beauty of Her Palace. Both very different styles musically but both move me with the harmonies.
A different, but rewarding listening experience.
8/10 from The Grooveman.
