Currently having a passion for the Libera (1999) album. Almost perfect, except for Stabat, which is probably the only Libera song that I always skip, and the fact that I like newer versions of Libera (the song) better (the beat on this early version is a bit too heavy/dated to my ears). But this album is so strong, with songs like:
Salva Me
Irresistible, like you can hear the whole Libera adventure kickstart with the first soaring solo treble, the wavering synths, the chorus and then the beat kicking in... and it has no intention of stopping...
Really makes you think of all the great talent that has come before and which has paved the way for the Libera boys of today and tomorrow.
Agnus Dei
Somehow a favourite that crops up every several weeks. There is something about the melody that stays with me and pops up into my head on its own
Mysterium & Jubilate
Ofcourse, after Epsom both songs are dearer to my heart. But they also form such a wonderful contrasting pair, with a very natural 'bridge'.
Beata Lux
Such a dramatic song. Gives me chills almost everytime. And I'm still surprised at the creativity and orginality of the sound of it. Hard to think of a similar song in the Libera catalogue.
Dies Irae
Been whistling this all day yesterday
I love the medieval/folky side of Libera songs, like Gaudete and any song with recorders and flutes etc
and those nice sounding drums
Lux aeterna
This one especially is getting to me lately. I really like Adam Harris' voice and the song as a whole is very moving, mysterious and calming at the same time.
And ofcourse the first ever version of their classic
Sanctus!
All in all it's such a diverse album. First albums of any musical artist or group tend to show them bursting with ideas and passion and this one is no exception. Even though I'm not as thrilled about Liam's voice as I once was (tastes change and develop..). His solos do have that nostalgic Libera feeling to them, from an era long gone. Times change too
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