One of the best debuts and best albums of last year was undoubtedly the maiden work of Clouscape. As you realize my demands for their new work were huge, and I wasn’t ready to get disappointed. Not only did I not get disappointed but I found that "Crimson Skies" is one of the few albums you can listen to so many times inside the year 2006.

Crimson Skies has musical differences with their debut. Firstly they have slowed down the tempo of their music (something that is not necessarily negative especially if the songs are inspired). In their first album there were some more up-tempo songs.

Secondly and more radically (at least for me) is that they are less Neoclassic influences. From the first notes of "Crimson Skies" you can understand the influences of a great Scandinavian composer. As much as he denies it an adept ear can recognise influences of Conception and Tore Ostby, especially during the period of "In Your Multitude", "Parallel Minds" or even Ark. Once again excellent guitar work. The riffs, the wondrous rhythmical passages and the superlative solos prove that for one more time Cloudscape’s music is a result of consistent work and inspiration, something you understand in every minute you listen to "Crimson Skies". What is astonishing once more is Mike Andersson whose performance makes you realize that he is one of the contemporary brilliant singers. The complexion of his voice becomes from melodic to harsh, according to the mood of the music. What a wonderful combination!!! If you ask me about songs that outstand believe me it is unfair. All songs are great synthetically and there is no part in the CD you will find it’s just a fling to fill up the album.

Bottom Line: "‘Crimson Skies" prove that Cloudscape did not just have a fling releasing an outstanding debut. It seems that we are talking about a great group. And I am positive that each of their release will prove it to us.