Pattern-Seeking Animals - Friend Of All Creatures (2025)
"Friend of All Creatures," released on February 14, 2025, marks Pattern-Seeking Animals' fifth studio album, showcasing their consistent evolution in the progressive rock scene. The album opens with "Future Perfect World," a nearly ten-minute track that seamlessly transitions through various moods, highlighting Ted Leonard's versatile guitar work and John Boegehold's intricate songwriting. The centerpiece, "Another Holy Grail," spans over twelve minutes, featuring complex arrangements and shifting time signatures that reflect on life's unpredictability. Shorter tracks like "In My Dying Days" offer instantly recognizable hooks, with violin elements adding a Kansas-esque vibe. The album balances elaborate compositions with accessible melodies, underpinned by the stellar musicianship of Dave Meros on bass and Jimmy Keegan on drums. Overall, "Friend of All Creatures" is lauded for its engaging symphonic prog elements, emotional depth, and the band's ability to craft songs that resonate with both complexity and immediacy.
Genre: Progressive Rock
Country: US
Final Verdict: 66% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 25th / 144
Highlight: Days We'll Remember
Made me think of:
Spock's Beard
The Flower Kings
Big Big Train
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