Apogee - The Two-Edge Sword (CD)
This is a Progressive Promotion Records release.
The latest Apogee album The Two-Edged Sword includes six epic Apogee compositions, which combine various elements of classic progressive rock in a characteristic way with a high recognition factor.
The musical spectrum also extends to influences from classical, heavy rock, folk rock, and jazz. The album's six structurally very complex songs are all between 7 and 14 minutes long and contain large-scale tension arcs, numerous odd rhythms and harmonic modulations, as well as atmospheric elements, catchy choruses, improvised guitar solos, and hymnic passages, as well as Apogee-typical orchestrations.
Says the band:
During production and mixing, we again placed great emphasis on natural dynamics and transparency, ensuring that each instrument remains clearly identifiable in the mix. As on previous Apogee albums, Ebi plays drums and percussion, and all other instruments and vocals are handled by myself, Arne Schafer. The mostly associative and abstract lyrics explore current issues in society, politics, and social media, as well as aesthetic and philosophical concepts.
Musicians:
- · Arne Schafer – Lead and Backing Vocals, Electric, Acoustic and Bass Guitars, Keyboards and sampled instruments
- · Eberhard Graf – Drums and Percussio
Check it out:
https://youtu.be/o6FhiPtbUtI
Tracks:
- 1. In Silence
- 2. The Two-Edged Sword
- 3. Abstraction
- 4. Temporary Turbulence
- 5. The Plain Wave
- 6. Forsaken Paradise
Format: CD
Artist: Apogee
Release Date: November 1, 2025