Quick lesson on Blackmore’s Night – Richie Blackmore, known for his work in classic bands Deep Purple and Rainbow, met a very beautiful woman known as Candice Night. They both had a love of medieval and Renaissance music – they married and formed a band called Blackmore’s Night. As I mentioned, this is Renaissance music but fused with a good sense of folk rock and also a bit of pop for commercial appeal. I would be lying if I said that a lot of this is not cheesy but you really have to feel the music to appreciate it – it’s all really fun. Songs such as Lorelei (after the German Siren) and Way to Mandalay will have you stamping your foot and calling for some good Ale. But for the slower ballad people, the mesmerizing vocals of Candice spellbinds on the beautiful Queen for a day and the awesome title track. Many old folk instruments along with modern guitars and synths are utilized on this release, giving it a very diverse and genuine feel yet with a modern twist. This is a gem of an album – I would suggest anyone into folk rock find this album and all albums from this band ASAP.
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