(Musea FGBG 4446.AR, 2002 – Armenia)

Who would believe that Progressive Rock would reach Armenia? However this former Sovietic Republic has much to share. Just listen to Artsruni to be convinced. This current band proves that it has known how to get in touch with major influences coming mostly from Europe, without abandoning their strong local identity (Use of traditional instruments). We are in front of exceptional, virtuous and imaginative musicians, heirs of Jethro Tull or Camel. It's nothing exceptional when you know they are teachers at the Erevan University, gathered around great guitarist Vahan Artsruni. "The Live Cuts 2000-2001" unveils a dynamic rhythm which does justice to a bassist incredible of virtuosity and feeling, as well as to a flutist with a nervous play. Some tracks were recorded in collaboration with a real symphonic orchestra ! First real Studio album, "Cruzaid" (2002) describes the Asian vision of medieval crusades. A charming and removing journey...

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