CD Steven Wilson – The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories)

Steven Wilson, the visionary composer and founder of Porcupine Tree, reached a career pinnacle with his third solo effort, The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories). This 2023 reissue from Transmission Recordings captures the album’s haunting atmosphere in stunning stereo, celebrating a work widely regarded as a modern progressive rock masterpiece.

Engineered by the legendary Alan Parsons (famed for his work on Dark Side of the Moon), the album features a "mighty sound" that balances technical complexity with raw, livewire tension. Wilson leads an elite band of musicians, including guitar virtuoso Guthrie Govan, to create a sonic landscape inspired by classic ghost stories and the darker side of the human imagination.

Key Highlights:

• "Luminol": A high-energy opening epic inspired by a street musician, showcasing whirlwind rhythms and intricate arrangements.
• "The Holy Drinker": A jazz-infused track featuring odd-time signatures, double-pedal drumming, and soaring saxophone.
• "The Watchmaker": A chilling tale of murder and reckoning that evokes the pastoral beauty and grand climaxes of Pink Floyd.
• "The Raven That Refused to Sing": The title track’s elegant simplicity serves as a poignant, down-tempo finale.

Featuring guest appearances by King Crimson’s original Mellotron, this reissue is a must-own for fans of cerebral, cinematic rock that rewards deep listening.