La Vestibule

Oxygen Law

Web: http://www.oxygenlaw.com/

La Vestibule is an interesting and textured work from Oxygen Law, dating from 2002 it still stands as an impressive mixture of gothic evocation and more symphonic even classical explorations. The extended version of La Vestibule is a moody piece which slows creeps up on you creating an environment of sound through careful use of both orchestration and electronica. Perihelion is more what you would expect from a dark electronic band with a strong rhythm, goth male vocals and a edgy feel. Eleventh Hour and some of the middle tracks are more gothic dance tracks while the last tho tracks move into totally unexpected territory, bordering on classical exploration of dark realms. Intermezzo is a stunning piano piece while Lamentations In a Churchyard is a dark, night filled exploration which deserves to be expanded into a movie soundtrack.

This is an interesting album which seems to show a real diversity of styles, Oxygen Law seems to be able to move between traditional gothic and electronic music to symphonic and even classical tracks with little problem. I was impressed by what I heard on this album and believe that they show immense creative potential and while I could take or leave the dance numbers, I certainly found Intermezzo and Lamentations in a Churchyard to be powerful and evocative pieces.