Reviews/Interviews
The Mighty Ra reviews and interviews .
With Now In A Minute, The Mighty Ra have produced another highly enjoyable album bursting with the infectious drive of classic-era UK hard rock, but with a progressive sparkle throughout. Contemporary, engaging and edgy lyrics, extended, virtuosic instrumental passages and a musical tightness within the band to be admired, the Welsh melodic proggers seem rejuvenated. If I can appropriate a classic Thin Lizzy song – “The boyos are back in town – spread the word around!”
"A stunning album of well composed, varied, generally heavyish material which mixes elements of progressive, heavy, melodic and classic rock."
It's a rather elegant blend of melodic progressive rock with… British heavy and hard rock of the '70s and '80s. It's hard rock with progressive passages, a rock edge, and a desire to spice it all up with elements of psychedelia and jazz.
"With this album The Mighty Ra have shown that they were never any sort of flash in the pan outfit, and have the longevity to make a real long-term go of it. With the loss of a key member still leading to a release as strong as this is as sure a sign of that fact as you could wish for."
Progressive Voyages
"I have to say that this is an extremely fine, well-crafted album of interesting songs and certainly bodes well for the ongoing growth of The Mighty Ra who on the basis of this album can only go from Strength to strength. Utterly unmissable highly recommended indeed."
Erik's progtracks
"What I really appreciate is the consistency of the quality of all tracks, I can't really name a weak one"
"I know that if I was living in the UK this is certainly a band I would be seeking out to see play live, as this is a load of fun from beginning to end. If you enjoy neo prog, then this is for you."
With All Secrets Known, The Mighty Ra have certainly hit the ground running with a hugely enjoyable debut release of quality melodic progressive rock that encapsulates the band’s musical experiences and influences, but also combines them into something fresh and exuberant. Lyrically strong and articulate, with confident vocals, guitars and keyboards complementing each other and yet delivering wonderful solos and progressive flights of fancy, all grounded firmly by an impressive and experienced rhythm section. Fans of melodic prog will find the album ticks all the right boxes and the music can be complex, melodic and yet accessible where necessary. Highly recommended!
