Andromeda Unchained - Anubis Gate

'Andromeda Unchained' is Anubis Gate's third album, and should appeal to anyone who enjoys the more progressive side of heavy metal, or even more specifically the science fiction concept albums of Ayreon and Rush. More openly progressive than the Danish band's previous albums, the songs are nevertheless still kept memorable and engaging enough to appeal to a wider audience, aided by new vocalist Jacob Hansen whose high falsetto, while a little whiney for my taste, fits comfortably into the style of bands like Fates Warning and Dream Theater that are the obvious musical inspirations here. This isn't progressive music that's aiming to break down the boundaries ...