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Originally issued in Japan in 1998, Sonic Origami was released in the U.S. a year later with the bonus track intact. The album has a grand, epic tone throughout that doesn't always match Uriah Heep's journeyman-sounding prog-tinged hard rock, and some songs' lyrics sink under the weight of their pretension or sentimentality. But for diehard Heep fans those are minor quibbles; while the group's sound may not be devastatingly original anymore, they are definitely quite committed to their performances, and the occasional overreaching is part and parcel with this sort of classic AOR pomp-rock (and, in fact, constitutes a not insignificant part of its appeal). So ultimately, it's difficult to criticize Sonic Origami too harshly, because it is a solid entry in its chosen genre. And -- especially given that Uriah Heep has put out more than their fair share of lifeless crap over the years -- it's actually pretty admirable that the band is continuing to release respectable records this far into their career. Classic rock fans will probably enjoy this without reservation. ~ Steve Huey
Recorded at Chipping Norton Recording Studios, Oxfordshire, England in 1998.
Uriah Heep: Bernie Shaw (vocals); Mick Box (guitar); Phil Lanzon (keyboards); Trevor Bolder (bass); Lee Kerslake (drums).
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U.K. metal band with one of the best names ever, not to mention totally freaky album art. Apparently they played music, too.
Submitted by hektor (ljubljana, SLO)
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 BEST HEEP ALBUM IN THE LAST 20 YEARS
SINCE THE BYRON ERA,THIS IS THEIR BEST WORK.EXCELLENTE SONGS,A MUST FOR HEEP FANS OR MUSIC LOVERS.
Submitted by GEORGE (CANADA)
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Uriah Heep in the 90's
"Sonic Origami" seems to continue Uriah Heep's journey in the 90's. "Sea of Light" staked a good rocking claim with a number of excellent tunes and this album added some feeling of the early Uriah Heep. Not all the songs are typical UH's tunes, though "Between Two Worlds" can adorn any album (except for stylistic consideration). Every song
has some interesting turn/twist. I especially like "In the Moment". Great lyrics in a number of tracks including "Golden Palace", "Between Two Worlds", "Only the Young", etc. The album has several solid rockers, e.g. "Feels Like", "Sweet Pretender". Listen to the album closely and you will see its beauty.
Andre Sokolnikov
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Uriah Heep's new album, "Sonic Origami", was produced by legendary Pip Williams. The name "Sonic Origami" refers to Japanese origami and compares the ancient art to the studio process of shaping and refining the sound of the album. The change in Heep's sound with Williams at the helm is obvious. The album is much more polished than the previous effort,"Sea Of Light". Is the result better? That would depend on who you ask."Sonic Origami" is full of classic trademarks that Heep has become known for...lots of hammond, layered harmony vocals and heavy guitars. However, these ingredients have been presented in a new manner. The result is more commercial effort that obviously has the US radio and TV markets in mind, while still giving long time fans a satisfying helping of traditional Heep.
The two opening tracks are certain to please Heepsters everywhere. "Between Two Worlds" begins with soft hammond strains and explodes with a crushing guitar riff. After a mellow midsong break, B2W gallops to a furious climax. The lyrics were inspired by the loss of band members Gary Thain and David Byron. " I Hear Voices" follows nicely with another outstanding riff heavy tune . The next cluster of songs "Perfect Little Heart", "Heartless Land" and "Only the Young" would all feel right at home on VH-1. "Heartless Land" in particular is noteworthy for the beautiful melody and intricate harmonies. Harmonies are an area where Heep really excels. A more traditional Heep song, "In the Moment" is next with the fantasy lyrics for which Heep is famous. "Question" and "Change" are two songs linked by a common chorus. "Question" is a nice acoustic ballad which fades into an "Change", an up-tempo song which then reprises back to the original chorus. Harmony vocals are tight throughout and Bernie Shaw's lead vocals really shine.
A blues style ballad "Shelter From the Rain" is a very emotional tune with a tasty Mick Box solo. "Everything in Life", a song which had previously been included in the live set is a traditional Heep up-tempo shuffle pattern tune in the vein of "Look at Yourself" or "Easy Livin'". "Across the Miles", slated for release as the first US single from the album is a cover of a Survivor tune. In this song, Shaw's vocals soar and have a Steve Perry type quality to them. "Feels Like" is in a heavier vein and the riff is vaguely similar to an early Black Sabbath riff. "The Golden Palace", a song inspired by the band's tours through Russia, is an orchestra backed eight minute epic with beautiful harmonies and acoustic guitars. Sonic Origami closes with a bonus track, "Sweet Pretender" which isn't even credited on the cover. "Sweet Pretender" is a heavy song and an excellent one to end the album.
"Sonic Origami" is a bit of a shift of musical direction for Uriah Heep, albeit a slight one. It could be viewed as merely a widening of musical styles. Certainly it would seem to appeal to wider audience while retaining the qualities fans have come to expect from the band. In the final analysis, SO is an album full of very good songs while not necessarily a typical Uriah Heep album. However, there is plenty here that will appeal to the typical Heepster. -Mac Steagall
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