Odin's Court Review Thread

[No-Mercy]

well, no homework this week (last days before break) so thought id go ahead and start this up. just to review and give opinions on anything "odins court" related.

this may be quite a long read (my post anyway) so find some time (you may have already read the first 3 song reviews though)

Songs I've Heard

His Dark Materials
-very awesome. i really like the music, just after the intro where the keyboards come in, very well put together. i like how the drums keep you on suspense, kinda like, waiting for that next beat all the time. i will also say the solo kicks supremely huge ass! then when the harmony comes in, aah that's what im talking about. then the time change after it, a slower part, then lead comes in. very very cool.

Utopian Rust
-i like that guitar riff alot to start the song. and then how the drums and 2nd guitar hit on the 1st note, 2 times, then the 3rd time instead of letting the cymbals/2nd guitar ring out you stop it, i liked that alot. then, the verses got me on this song, i really liked them. it sounds very emotional filled, then the bridge inbetween them and the 1st/2nd solo, that is really really cool. i like the transfer from it back to the verses. the end, i love how the intro riff repeats and changes up at the end to give it that BOOM ending, like on the edge.

Paradise Lost: Chapter 1 (acoustic)
-i love this song. ive always been a huge fan of acoustic song such as these. with a lead going off. then the singer's always perform amazingly on these types song, as is done here. i love the vocals here!!! aah yes, kick ass! the guitar really gets me, especially, like i already said, when the lead goes off into a solo over the rhythm. then that sudden stop around 148, that rules. it's unexpected, and i love it when a song goes somewhere else than what im thinking. yep, then there comes that solo again...an awesome sound indeed. PAARAADIIIIIISE IS LOOOOAAOOSST! yes, yes, yes, i want more! i like that part alot.

Paradise Lost: Chapter 3
-oh lord, where to start? perhaps the beginning... well, the intro is awesome...the keyboard melody (well whatever its name is), is VERY moving, as well as the guitar backing. the drums are very cool, i like the little time changes. i also noticed the progression in this song is extremely well put together, it just keeps flowing but hammering on. and, wait...yes...here it is!! SOLO ENTRY!! renene enene renene enen DDUUUUUNN!!! (guitar in back), oh shit. fuck yes, this solo is AWESOME!! ooh here it goes up, ah yes!! its a truly awesome awesome solo with awesome backing. oh man, its one of those that gimme the chills when i hear it. its a very very amazing, again, great progession, solo. really, really these are the 2 paradist lost's ive heard and both are my 2 favorite from yall- awesome

Shadow Dust
-the beginning is very touching...i quite enjoy the "echoey" acoustic guitar. then the pickup riff around 1 minute is very sweet. then there is another one around 210, which is awesome. this was a very very cool song for me, i really did enjoy just hammerin out to it.

Homecoming
-this is really really cool song. its another one of those "i just wanna fuckin rock" songs man, i really enjoy popping it on when i wanna bang my head hard. it is overall a really good one, harder for me to give full opinion cos i have only live and i cant hear it as well. the vocals sound alot different though, but very very awesome, then in the studio.

LOGO
-well, what can i say...very cool and original i think.

Attitude
-fuckin awesome. from the 2 ive spoke with, very very nice guys...seem very dedicated and are extremely nice to fans! they dont even hint that they are "better", they are just great bunch of dudes.

Originality
-i really think Odins Court have a completely their own sound. i dont think about any other bands when listening to them, which is often rare. strange enough, its not something i woulda thought id be so into...but man i really have been hooked! very very cool, i look forward to more!

well i suppose ill continue this later...as i will post live review after seeing them in march!

//greg

[Rick Pierpont]

Dude, You ROCK OUT LOUD!!!

Thanks for posting the review. I can't wait to get the finished product in your hands either. I also think you are going to love the new stuff we've been working on (and playing out live). I'm also psyched to se you finally being able to make one of our shows! Especially one that is so important to us! BTW, we just got the tickets this weekend, so we should make arrangements for you and your father to get them! And whatever you do, please on't buy them through TicketMaster! We don't credit for those sales and you will pay extra fees through them.

And for the record... I absolutely 100% agree with you about the solo in Paradise Lost Chapter 3! I LOVE playing that one -- it is one of my absolute favorites to play! Matt did a GREAT job of writing that one (he used to play all the solos before OC added me as a second lead guitarist).

Merry Christmas Greg!

[No-Mercy]

Originally Posted by Rick Pierpont

Dude, You ROCK OUT LOUD!!!

Thanks for posting the review. I can't wait to get the finished product in your hands either. I also think you are going to love the new stuff we've been working on (and playing out live). I'm also psyched to se you finally being able to make one of our shows! Especially one that is so important to us! BTW, we just got the tickets this weekend, so we should make arrangements for you and your father to get them! And whatever you do, please on't buy them through TicketMaster! We don't credit for those sales and you will pay extra fees through them.

And for the record... I absolutely 100% agree with you about the solo in Paradise Lost Chapter 3! I LOVE playing that one -- it is one of my absolute favorites to play! Matt did a GREAT job of writing that one (he used to play all the solos before OC added me as a second lead guitarist).

Merry Christmas Greg!

ah thanks man! you rock too!!

well, i will be sure to converse with my dad and we will buy through yall.

merry christmas to you as well, and to all yall who may happen to stop by!

[Rick Pierpont]

Originally Posted by No-Mercy

ah thanks man! you rock too!!

well, i will be sure to converse with my dad and we will buy through yall.

merry christmas to you as well, and to all yall who may happen to stop by!

You're welcome! And I did mean that! Not everyone takes the time to give as in depth of a listen as you (or at least they don't post about it).

Cool. It really is pretty easy. We aren't into making ticket buying complex.

Thanks! And I echo Greg's sentiments for all those that stop by.

[OdinsCourt]

Since the band has changed so much since the original review thread, I figured I'd sticky this instead of the old one. Hopefully people will post some reviews here of shows, CDs, etc.

[OdinsCourt]

Very short review by Jaxx's Jaxx's website from our Seven Witches show on 02/19:

Odin's Court were another progressive band but with a much heavier style than Encompass. This band had many fans and it was easy to see and hear why. Crushing guitar melodies and interwoven keyboard touches gave them a distinctive and very loud sound.

Energy was abundant during their performance and they were clearly having fun.

Lori and Mike drove all the way from St Mary's County, MD to see Odin's Court. They had a great time and wisely secured nearby accommodations.

Short review from another message board on our gig with Sonata Arctica:

The second band – Odin’s Court – played a 30 minute set as well. We have seen them live before (I think they opened for Helloween). They played a solid and enjoyable set. I was surprised that they did not do any covers, because their previous show featured some great renditions of known tunes. Odin’s Court consists of two guitarists, one of whom is the lad singer, bass player, keyboardist and drummer. The audience enjoyed their set and was very responsive.

Short review from Jaxx's website on our gig with Sonata Arctica:

Odin's Court, a power progressive outfit from St Mary's County, MD, continued the parade of highly skilled local musicians. This band has some really terrific songs with instantly catchy keyboard melodies on display. Frontman Matt Brookins has a great stage presence and this band just exudes talent and professionalism every time I see them. Jaxx is lucky to have bands that people would actually pay to see and are not just fillers for the National Headliners.

[OdinsCourt]

Short review from another message board from our Kamelot show in November 2005:

What a fantastic show! I I really dug all four bands, but Odin's Court, wow! For being rushed on after delays, they put on an amazing show! All of the band members played with such energy. Fantastic job guys! I picked up "Driven By Faith" And am giving it a spin as I write this. Awesome show! You guys have what it takes to make it all the way. (For those who haven't heard them yet.... they put me in mind of a Pain Of Salvation in the regard of originality and creativity. And I'm not kissing their ass. They're that good!

[No-Mercy]

those were good reads

im going to be ordering the album, so i can give a review of all the songs i havent already done so for above!

have a great show tomorrow guys, yall kick ass!

[Rick Pierpont]

Originally Posted by No-Mercy

those were good reads

im going to be ordering the album, so i can give a review of all the songs i havent already done so for above!

have a great show tomorrow guys, yall kick ass!

Cool, glad you enjoyed them!

Excellent! I look forward to hearing your take on the whole thing. The final thing, at that!

Thanks!! We did!

[OdinsCourt]

I sent out the new CD to a few people for reviews. I'll post them here when they get back. May were overseas, so it may take a while. Anyway, stand by!