The Crimea - Amazing new record

I never really rated The Crimea before  - although 'Lottery Winners on Acid' was fun - but having heard a pre-release copy of their new, self-financed album 'Secrets of The Witching Hour' , which comes out in June I am a convert. Actually forget that  I am now an EVANGALIST.

It's a bit early to say it's my 'album of the year' but damn is it good. Its almost hilariously over-ambitious, they made it in Latvia of all places 'cos it was cheap and it sounds like a band who have been told its the last time they'll ever be allowed to make a record so they've chucked in everything idea they've ever had. It could be a recipe for a self indulgent mess but it's just brilliant. Honestly, I'm blown away, its a fabulous piece of work, fantastic lyrics, great arrangements, you must check it out.

A breathtakingly original record.