KEVIN RANCIK

The Reign

RELEASED APRIL 13, 2004
Originally intended for release in the mid to early summer of 2003, The Reign was delayed a number of times for any number of reasons - including but not limited to Rancik's determination in perfecting this album to the best of his ability. Work on this release began even before the debut album Lost was released. From the start, Rancik knew he wanted an album that differed from Lost yet still held elements of the style he'd set forth on that album. The first material that was written, however, while slightly different from that on Lost, essentially sounded like tracks from an album that could have been called Lost, Volume II. It was clear that this second album would take much more time and effort than expected.

Nearly a year after the original planned release of May 2003, The Reign was released in mid-April 2004. The wait for it was well worth it though. Featuring a clear theme, much improved continuity, and much stronger compositions overall, The Reign could easily prove to be one of Rancik's best works over time. The album is definitely a step in a different direction from the one taken on Lost. The first single from the album, Courtyard, was released on March 19, 2004 - and quickly drew praise.

The second single from the album, The Visions, was released on April 25, 2004. The third, Broken Rose, was released on July 13, 2004. Broken Rose, just over 24 hours after its release had already received a good review and thumbs-up votes on websites it was released at.

Track Listing
*denotes track released as single

01 Throne
02 Procession
03 Courtyard*
04 Illusion
05 Change
06 Injured
07 Broken Rose*
08 Second Rising
09 The Visions*
10 The Messenger
11 Storm
12 Screaming
13 Melancholy Melody
14 Into the Tomb

Total Running Time: 55:07

Sites offering free downloads of the singles from The Reign:
Download.com
DMusic
Soundclick
MP3.com.au
Audiostreet
Cornerband

 

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