Album Review: Music Inspired By Jade Warrior
So, here’s the deal—this album is a wild ride. Released in 2006 by Bonnier Amigo Music Finland, it’s like someone took all the vibes of Jade Warrior (you know, that cult prog band) and said, “Let’s make something new but kinda familiar.” And boom, out comes this eclectic mixtape of genres. We’re talking Pop, Rock, Stage & Screen, with styles ranging from Soundtrack to Heavy Metal. Yeah, it’s as chaotic as it sounds—but also strangely addictive.
First off, props to whoever designed the artwork (shoutout to Natas). It sets the tone perfectly: mysterious, artsy, and just a little bit trippy. Mastering? Svante Forsbäck nailed it. The sound quality feels crisp without losing its raw edge, which matters when you’ve got such a genre soup going on.
Now let’s dive into some tracks because honestly, not every song sticks, but a couple do—and they stick hard.
Take “Sorry Go ‘Round”, for instance. This track hits you right away with its indie-pop charm mixed with a dash of melancholy. There’s something about the melody—it sneaks up on you, like a cat curling around your ankles. You don’t expect much at first, but then BAM, it sinks its claws in. The lyrics are simple yet haunting, looping through your brain long after the song ends. It’s one of those tunes where you catch yourself humming it while waiting for coffee or zoning out during a commute.
Then there’s “Under The Rose.” Oh man, this one’s different. Darker, heavier, almost cinematic. If “Sorry Go ‘Round” is the chill friend who listens to your problems over tea, “Under The Rose” is the brooding poet who shows up uninvited to parties and leaves everyone thinking. The guitar work has an experimental twist, blending Alternative Rock with whispers of Metal. It builds tension slowly, layer by layer, until it explodes into this cathartic release. Honestly, I think I might’ve stared blankly at my wall for five minutes after hearing it the first time. That’s how good it is.
Other standouts include “Wear Out The Soles,” which feels like a road trip anthem if your road trip involves existential crises, and “Grace,” which leans more towards soothing soundtrack territory. But honestly, the whole thing flows together surprisingly well, considering how many cooks were probably in this musical kitchen.
Here’s the kicker though—the album isn’t perfect. Some tracks feel forgettable, like filler between the bangers. And yeah, maybe it tries too hard to be everything to everyone. But isn’t that kind of beautiful? Like life itself, messy and unpredictable.
Final thought: Listening to Music Inspired By Jade Warrior feels like flipping channels late at night—you never know what you’ll get next, but sometimes you stumble across pure gold. Or maybe just static. Either way, it keeps you hooked.
P.S. Fun fact: Finland knows how to crank out weirdly awesome music. Who knew?
