Nostradamus

Nostradamus

Track Listings

1. Sacrifice in Vain

2. Ravaged

3. Tribulation

4. They Rise

5. Manifestation

6. Season of Extinction

7. Pain Remains

8. Basher

9. Aggravated Battery

10. Cuidate del Traidor

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
2003 album from ex-Malevolent Creation band members Jason Blachowicz, Derik Roddy & J.P. Soars. Olympic Records.

Tracks:

Secret Study
Strange & Cryptic Tale
Friend of the Stars, No. 1
Celestial Science
Student
Dance of Death, No. 1
Fresh Air, Running Water
Monk's Comment, No. 1
Seekers of Truth, No. 1
Dance of Death, No. 2
Save My Wife
Monk's Comment, No. 2
Pagan's Paradise
Inquisition
Wandering Years
Monk's Comment, No. 3
If History Was Mine Alone
Friend of the Stars, No. 2
Man with Remarkable Talents
Settle Down
Monk's Comment, No. 4
Flying Squadron
Dance of Mirors
Royal Invitation
Cruel Death Comment, No. 5
Tell Me All
Tournament
Golden Cage
Seekers of Truth, No. 2
Living in Two Realities
Act of Despair
Secret Study, No. 2
Centuries
You Won't Find Me Alive
Friend of the Stars, No. 3
Epilogue: The Fate of Man
Friend of the Stars, No. 2

Album Description

This SMH release of Kayak's 'Nostradamus - The Fate Of Man' comprises 36 tracks on 2 CDs including 'The Secret Study', 'Friend Of The Stars', 'The Student', 'A Man With Remarkable Talents', 'The Monks Comment 4', and many more. 2005.

Album Details

This Dutch Band Began in 1968 in the City of Hilversum, Where Schenpenzeel and Drummer Pim Koopman Attended a Music Conservatory. After the Addition of Guitarist Johan Slager, Bassist Cees Van Leeuwen, and Vocalist Max Werner, the Group Solidified by 1972 and Commenced Recording. Kayak Featured the Instrumentation and Chops of Progressive Acts Like Yes and Genesis and the Pop Song Structures of Supertramp and the Alan Parsons Project. Like Most Progressive Bands, Kayak Never Had a Stable Lineup; At One Point They Went Through Three Bassists in as Many Years. Kayak Line Up for 'nostradamus: The Fate of Man" is Ton Scherpenzeel, Pim Koopman, Bert Heerink, Rob Vunderink, Joost Vergoossen , Edward Reekers, Monique Vd Ster, Cindy Oudshoorn and Jan Van Olffen.

Customer Reviews:

Just setting the 'record" straight.......2006-09-20

Having scanned the other reviews for this disc,I felt it only fair to dispel a misleading point that was made.Love it or hate it(I'm firmly in the love it column)NOSTRADAMUS is most definitely 99% a KAYAK production.The songs are all either Scherpenzeel-Linders,or Koopman,the music is all played by the band,only some of the vocals are farmed out to guest singers,as on most rock operas.Though I must admit,the subject matter seems rather thin and undramatic for a 2-disc,110 minutes of music,KAYAK pulls it off by taking an unusual critical and humorous look at the astrologer.Former KAYAK lead singer Edward Reekers commentary,as the Monk,is especially hilarious.Besides all this,the music rocks like very little Prog-rock you've ever heard...also,there are no fewer than 6 or 7 of the trademark beautiful melodies Kayak fans have come to expect from Mr. Scherpenzeel(sample:the almost Gregorian "Secret Study" and all versions of "Seekers of Truth").If you liked the full,theatrical version of "Merlin",you will probably love this as it is more fully realized,and chock full of KAYAK's quirky Prog-rock.

BUYER BEWARE.......2006-01-24

Listening to Kayak music has been a great joy of mine for over 30 years. The band has never disappointed - until now. Because of the nature of this stage production, the release should NOT be credited to the band itself, although they contribute. Please do NOT start here if you wish to discover the band - try "Royal Bed Bouncer" or the first two. I regret feeling so strongly as to post this review. The band is phenomenal - "Nostradamus" is not.

An absolute masterpiece..........2005-11-24

After their Merlin - Bard of the Unseen album in 2003, they promised a next album in 2005 (on their website). I expected a lot from it, because they only let me down once, and I knew it wouldn't happen again. And then I saw it in the store, I bought it right away. I had months of fun with this album. It's a double disc, both very emotional. And, surprise: Edward Reekers, their lead singer on Ruthless Queen is back! This album is very good and I highly recommend it to other Kayak-fans, don't think, just do it! I'm not rating the list, there are too many songs with talking (Monk's Comment 1,2,3,4 and 5), but it's just very good. Definitively a masterpiece...
Keep On Rocking!!!

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The Prophecies of Nostradamus
The Bollock Brothers
Manufacturer: Dressed to Kill
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005MKDF
Release Date: 2001-08-14

Tracks:

Magic Carpet Ride
Calendar Of Visions
Brigitte Bardot
Ceremony
Heartbreaker
The Prophecies Of Nostradamus
God Created Woman
The Beast Is Calling
Harley David

Album Description

UK digitally remastered reissue of the erratic punk parodist's 1987 album, arguably the band's most popular title. Repackaged in a slipcase with an eight page booklet. Tracks include 'Magic Carpet Ride', 'Calendar Of Visions' & 'Brigitte Bardot'. Nine tracks.

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Good album, but Buyer beware!
Fantastic, so unlike their other disapointments
A Bravado of Haunting Suites for the Lost Souls...
Awesome. Tied for BEST C.D. disc.

Catastrophe Ballet
Christian Death
Manufacturer: Nostradamus Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Only Theatre of Pain
Dreams for the Dying
The Rage of Angels

ASIN: B0000021OA
Release Date: 1992-05-22

Tracks:

Awake at the Wall
Sleepwalk
Drowning
Blue Hour
As Evening Falls
Androgynous Noise Hand Permeates
Electra Descending
Cervix Couch
This Glass House
Fleeing Somnambulist

Customer Reviews:

Good album, but Buyer beware!.......2005-03-26

I love this album, but on my copy track one is silent.
It took 2 months for amazon to ship it to me. Maybe I just had bad luck?
Either way, the CD is excellent.

Fantastic, so unlike their other disapointments.......1999-11-06

There have been three totally different bands that fall uner the Christian Death umbrella. The first was Rozz William's punk band that made only one record (theatre of pain) an okay record. The second band is the one that made this marvelous disk, and it's even better live version "The Decomposition of Violets". Once Rozz left, Valor called his band Cristian Death, and everything released after the mid 80's has been c-grade Goth drivel.

A Bravado of Haunting Suites for the Lost Souls..........1999-08-22

A painted mosaic filled with twilight essence and ghostly somberness. Catastophe Ballet is truly a hallmark for the band where refinement and craftmanship come together. Feel the beautiful chill of Gitone Demone's siren-like voice complete this masterpiece. This is a great CD to curl up with. Bury yourself with everything else Christian Death has to offer...

Awesome. Tied for BEST C.D. disc........1999-01-03

This, along with Only Theatre of Pain, is the best of all C.D. discs. This came out when Rozz and Valor were both in the band. It reflects Rozz's creativity and Valor's innovational musical ideas. And hey, Gitane can sing! If you can only buy one C.D. disc, buy this one! Then buy Only Theatre of Pain also!

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Actually 1.5 Stars
Nikolo Kotzev - Nostradamus
NIKOLO KOTZEV is absolute genius! The best rock opera ever!

Nostradamus
Nikolo Kotzev
Manufacturer: Spv Germany
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005JICZ
Release Date: 2001-10-09

Tracks:

Act I: Overture (Instrumental)
Act I: Pieces Of A Dream
Act I: Desecration
Act I: Introduction
Act I: Home Again (Instrumental)
Act I: Henriette
Act I: Caught Up In A Rush
Act I: The Eagle
Act I: Plague
Act I: Inquisition
Act II: The King Will Die
Act II: I Don't Believe
Act II: Try To Live Again

Tracks:

Act II: War Of Religions
Act II: The Inquisitor's Rage
Act II: Chosen Man
Act III: World War II
Act III: World War III
Act III: Because Of You
Act III: The End Of The World
Act III: I'll Remember You

Album Description

Nostradamus is a fascinating combination of powerful rock music mixed with orchestral elements involving a full blown symphonic orchestra as well as some of the most respected voices/talents in rock, Alannah Miles, Goran Edman, Yngwie Malmsteen, Glenn Hughes (Black Sabbath, Deep Purple) & Joe Lynn Turner. Composed by guitarist Nikolo Kotzev, it's based on the life & visions of the 16th century prophet. Standard double jewel case. 2001 release.

Customer Reviews:

Actually 1.5 Stars.......2001-12-28

The Most well produced, well performed, energetic, lively album of 2001! Any and all of these words have been used to describe Kotzev's Nostradamus, but what about sexy?

This is by far the sexiest album of 2001.

With the duet involving Allanah Miles, to Sass Jordan, to the squeally guitars, nothing grips the heart quite like this.

"I have the power to open all doors!"

Indeed including the one to my heart.

"Who needs you Nostradamus? Who needs your predictions of madness?"

Indeed who does?

You owe it to yourself to pick up this album. Get a copy for your friends and family as well.

Nikolo Kotzev - Nostradamus.......2001-06-17

Nikolo Kotzev has impressed me several times with his albums under the Brazen Abbot moniker. People like Göran Edman, Joe Lynn Turner, Glenn Hughes and the ex-Europe members John Levén, Ian Haugland and Mic Michaeli have been involved in this project on several occasions. All big names, which provided these releases with great class. No wonder that Nikolo chose to work with these individuals again on his biggest project up to now: Nostradamus. Not only that, he added much respected musicians like Alannah Myles, Sass Jordan, Jorn Lande and Doogie White to the line up as well. And let's not forget a thirty-five piece symphonic orchestra. As the title says the album deals with the life and times of the famous visionary Nostradamus who forecasted events like WWI and II as well as a third one and ultimately the end of the world. Every singer plays a character in the story: Allannah Myles is Anne Cemelle, Nostradamus' wife, Sass Jordan is Catherine, Queen Of France, Göran Edman is the Ghost, Glenn Hughes is Henry II, King Of France, Jorn Lande the Inquisitor, Joe Lynn Turner plays Nostradamus and Doogie White is the Storyteller, while the choir plays both the People and the Inquisition. I've listened to more than a few rock operas in my life, but the huge all-star line up alone makes this one very special. It's just plain fabulous to hear Jorn Lande, Joe Lynn Turner and Allannah Myles together in one song. Or Turner and the mighty Glenn Hughes. And you'll hear it all on Nostradamus! It took Nikolo four years to complete this ingenious piece of music. In fact he planned to release it about a year ago, but it's been worth the extra year of waiting, I can assure you that. Musically Nostradamus has everything that people who are heavily into Deep Purple and Rainbow, as well as the Brazen Abbot albums, will love because it brings you exactly that kind of music and more. It'll take you several listens to get into the album, but it deserves just that. It's hard for me to really point out my favorite tracks on the album, as I think the album should be listened as a whole. Songs like Henriette, World War II and III and I'll Remember You have just this little extra something compared to the rest, though so if I had to choose I think I would stick to those four. But the overall class on this album is so high that I can't say anything less than that Nostradamus is an essential album for fans of Classic European Hardrock.

NIKOLO KOTZEV is absolute genius! The best rock opera ever!.......2001-06-13

NIKOLO KOTZEV is absolute genius! This is the best rock opera ever made! Nostradamus is a fascinating combination of powerful rock music mixed with orchestral elements involving a full blown symphonic orchestra as well as some of the most respected voices/talents in rock, Alannah Miles, Goran Edman, Glenn Hughes & Joe Lynn Turner.

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Atrocities
Christian Death
Manufacturer: Nostradamus
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B0000DESDC
Release Date: 2003-02-25

Tracks:

Will O' the Wisp
Tales of Innocence
Strapping Me Down
Danzig Waltz
Chimere De-Ci, De-L
Silent Thunder
Strange Fortune
Ventriloquist
Gloomy Sunday
Death of Josef

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A Progressive Rock Gem! Nostradamus - Book of Prophecies, So
Another Masterpiece from the East!
Solaris does it again
Quite good... but not up to the previous efforts

Nostradamus-Book of
Solaris
Manufacturer: Studio Kft
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000JASL
Release Date: 1999-03-12

Tracks:

Book Of Prophecies
Book Of Prophecies
Book Of Prophecies
The Duel
The Lion's Empire
Wings Of The Phoenix
Ship Of Darkness
Wargames
The Moment Of Truth
The Moment Of Truth
Book Of Prophecies (Radio Edit)

Album Description

Periferic Records release from eighties progressive rock act. Based loosely on the cryptic quatrains of the famous French prophet, weaves ethnic flavorings, Latin vocals & an edgier guitar into the classic symphonic Solaris sound. 1999 release. Standard jewel case.

Album Details

Progessive Rock from Hungary.

Customer Reviews:

A Progressive Rock Gem! Nostradamus - Book of Prophecies, So.......2004-05-21

The consummate prog-rock album Nostradamus - Book of Prophecies might never have been made except the people at Progfest convinced Solaris to reform and be the headline band at Progfest 1996 in Los Angeles. Their performance at Progfest was so fulfilling that the members decided to formally reunite Solaris and dedicate themselves to the recording of a new studio album. The slightly Camelish music with lots of fantastic flute playing got the band kudos wherever they went.

The band's interest into the paranormal led them to Nostradamus who eventually became the subject of their next studio album. Unfortunately this album had to be recorded without founder member guitarist Cziglan Istvan who succumbed to a terminal disease in December 1998. He is still featured in a portion of the album, though I know not where. This album is dedicated to his memory,

Nostradamus - Book of Prophecies

Now let's get to the actual music, which is why I was reticent to take on this endeavor. I suppose Nostradamus should be considered an instrumental, though there are choirs singing throughout, in Latin however, not in English. I further suppose the music which is classified as Progressive Rock is indeed Progressive Rock, though at times it does sound like a little of many styles including New Age. How does one describe music that changes extremely not only from song to song but within songs? How does one describe songs that vacillate from Hawkwind to Therion, to Jethro Tull, to Enigma and all the time remain beautiful and intriguing? How indeed?

"Book of Prophecies", the three part twenty minute plus extravaganza has basically the same refrain with different deliveries from simple to complex, from prog rock to operatic. Part I is a short piece predominantly new age sounding with native sounding voices then the the choir followed by a flute and a didjeridoo segueing into the thirteen minute eclectic part II. It is mostly symphonic almost operatic sounding with interludes of contemporary
and new age using a plethora of uncommon instruments and chants. This music is never obtrusive, instead it's melody enfolds and embraces the listener, leading to a state of bliss. Part II seems to stop several times, each time injecting a new element into the mix, ending mildly chaotic. Part III is strongly progressive. It begins slowly and builds slowly with the flute, which has a large part throughout the album leading the way followed by strong guitar work and keyboards(synths)

In the "The Duel," flute and Hammond duel it out in a rather mild manner, picking up the pace only in the second half in yet another version of the original refrain. The next song "The Lion's Empire" builds up suspense with light flute and guitar playing leading to a straight rock interlude interspersing with a strong Progressive sound. The sixth track, "Wings Of The Phoenix", is like a battle of instruments with the flue and the guitar seeming to take the lead. Strong performances by guitar and synths lead to a great finish.

"Ship Of Darkness" another heavy progressive flute driven number, projecting mysterious images. The eighth song "Wargames" has a similar melody that was used in J.C. Superstar (I think it's actually an old Jewish melody) done progressive style, interspersed with simulated(I hope) machine gun fire and chanting of War Games. It ends with a military marching band playing to war sounds, before fading out.

Finally we get to "The Moment Of Truth" a fairly pleasant easy going song featuring our choir and some nice flute/guitar work in two parts. "Book of Prophecies (Radio Edit)" the last track is a condensed reprise of the three part beginning. Actually a great way to finish.

Summary: This is one of the best Progressive Rock albums I have ever heard. An essential album for Prog-Rock collectors.

Another Masterpiece from the East!.......2001-10-02

When I think about the words 'symphonic prog' Solaris is the first band that comes to my mind. In my opinion, the suite Marsbeli kronikak is the best instance to match those words. 8 years after the good -but not excellent- 1990 album, Solaris put out another masterpiece. You can feel the band's maturity in every aspect: cover and graphic production, the sound is crystal clear, the music itself has developed to different paths. The formula is almost the same, with amazing moog passages, Atila Kolar's sweet flute, heavy distorted guitars, and a excellent new drummer. Prog heads, symphonic prog lovers, this is a must have for you!
Dont listen to any other stuff, just pick it up... see ya

Solaris does it again.......2000-09-18

In progressive rock, this is an excellent band with an original twist in the music and in using intruments. Martian chronicles is mostly instrumental, but here on Nostradamus they use voices sparingly and in an excellent way. Personnaly, I think its as good if not better. Music is a universal langage and their voices are just superb even though not in english, the flute is just marvelous and one never tires of listening to this album with guitars and an excllent melody. We need more from this band.

Quite good... but not up to the previous efforts.......1999-07-30

Instead of 'Nostramus', it's 'Nostradamus', of course...

After a long hiatus, Solaris issued a new album... amd while the sound remains similar to the previous albums, this one fails short of the fantastic 'Marsbéli krónikák' or the double album '1990'. It's not that this would be bad, just I don't feel as much cohesion and creativeness like on the earlier albums. Still, I'm very glad that they actually came out with something new - if you liked their previous works, get this one, it's worth a listen.

Ashes
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The Best

One of a Kind

Makes me wish Valor hadn't taken the name...

When I Was Bed

Rozz & Valor's collaboration at its best

Ashes
Christian Death
Manufacturer: Nostradamus Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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Dreams for the Dying

ASIN: B0000021OC
Release Date: 1992-05-22

Tracks:

Ashes
Ashes Part II
When I Was Bed
Lament-Over The Shadows
Face
The Luxury Of Tears
Of The Wound

Customer Reviews:

The Best.......2006-03-20

This is hands down my favorite Christian Death album. Rozz's lyrics shine here. The music is very expirimental, atmospheric and over all dark. Very well done. Gitane's vocals are also a very nice touch.

I reccomend this album to pratically anyone. It's just that good!

One of a Kind.......2002-11-19

The first Christian Death album, "Only Theatre of Pain", is probably the best Gothic album ever written. The original line-up split-up and Rozz Williams took the name and moved to Europe where he assembled a new band. Two excellent CDs were the result of the new collaboration. "Ashes" is probably the better of the two, though they are both sublime. However, "Ashes" is a must have! Rozz and co. moved away from the straight up Gothic sound of "Theatre" into very unique and experimental music. None of the subsequent recordings ever matched this relase. This CD transcends genre and classification. Almost impossible to describe. It is absolutely brilliant. Each track is a masterpiece. My personal favorite is "Luxury of Tears". It is stunning. The music is varied and beautiful, the lyrics pure poetry. Goth or not, I would recommend this CD for everyone.

Makes me wish Valor hadn't taken the name..........2002-03-15

This album is like nothing I've ever heard.
I wouldn't call it Goth. It doesn't seem to try hard to 'be' anything. It's very atmosphereic. it takes me to a place that I can't even define. Someone in another review mentioned Lovecraft. That's a good way to describe the feel of this record.

Sheerly by association with the songwriting on this record I would ahve bought albums by 'Sin and Sacrifice'(the alleged name the band was to take after the tour sans Rozz to support this album), but I wont buy anything with C.D.'s name on it without Rozz. He was the only member from the original line-up.
I highly recommend listening to this CD as if it were on vinyl(how I first heard it), as I recommend doing with any album originally released on vinyl.
The A/B break comes after "Lament(Over the Shadows)", just pause the record for a moment, then start it again.
The different sides have very different feels.
All in all, one of my favorite albums.

When I Was Bed.......2002-02-17

I spent the '80s enmeshed in the realm of Christian Death and similar bands (Bauhaus, Joy Division, The Cure, Siouxsie, etc.). CD, in my opinion, took the earlier Goth sounds and built them into spectacularly unique riffs of a very specific "goth" sound, building on all that had come before them. They defined it, in many ways. What Sisters of Mercy hoped to be, Christian Death was. What's more, they got famous at the Whiskey-a-go-go, where The Doors launched, and somehow I always felt a poetic kinship between Rozz, Valor and Morrison.

Without a doubt, CD turned into 2 bands--the Rozz era and the Valor era, but "Ashes" is a clear collaboration between the best of both worlds (as is Catastrophe Ballet). In my opinion, it's the finest of their collaborative period. The title track is exceptional; "When I Was Bed" is one of those classics that had me and my mates lost in the deathy melodies and enraptured by the chimey guitars and keyboards throughout; "Face" is also an excellent tune--very weird (in the Lovecraft sense), with an elegant melodic scale particular to Valor's guitar work.

Overall, I think this is their best album; what "Catastrophe Ballet" attempted to be and what "Atrocities" couldn't quite become. The only other album which I feel captures the same type of introspective mood is "The Wind Kissed Pictures", which is a Valor production, completely absent of Rozz Williams, but for that reason is almost too self-conscious in its production.

Whatever your preference, the lyrics are basic 14-year-old level mopey and/or "philosopically investigative" cosmology on every album, and on some albums ("Only Theatre of Pain") the lyrics are mostly downright unintelligible and juvenille. However, Christian Death created vastly universal moods with the music/vocals, some of which lives forever in my heart as unique and important. If one were to own only 1 CD album, I think it should be "Ashes"--it's got a wide range of styles, experimentation and richness of production.

In some ways, it's a shame this band didn't become bigger; in others, I'm sort of glad that they remain a bit of a secretive gem for a specific niche of in-the-knows. Whatever the case, music-lovers of all genres should give them an unbiased listen; they ruled supreme in a niche realm for a short, but beloved period.

Rozz & Valor's collaboration at its best.......1999-07-13

I like both Rozz & Valor's works (some of them very much), but I think 'Ashes' is the result of Christian Death at their best! You really can hear the collaboration between all the members, and I think that every Rozz needs one Valor, if he wants to create something as great as 'Ashes'.

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The Best Rock Opera in all times
OUTSTANDING ROCK OPERA !!!!!
Highly Recommended
Nostradamus Never Predicted This One
Notradamus - The Rock Opera

Nostradamus

Manufacturer: Steamhammer Us [Spv]
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Guilty as Sin
Bad Religion
Eye of the Storm
Live & Learn
Burden of Truth

ASIN: B00005BC6M
Release Date: 2001-05-22

Tracks:

Overture [Instrumental]
Pieces of a Dream
Desecration
Introduction
Home Again [Instrumental]
Henriette
Caught Up in a Rush
Eagle
Plague
Inquistion
King Will Die
I Don't Believe
Try to Live Again

Tracks:

War of Religions
Inquisitor's Rage
Chosen Man
World War II
World War III
Because of You
End of the World
I'll Remeber You

Album Description

In 1998 Nikolo started working on his most recent project „Nostradamus“ which is a rock opera. The music and the main concept have been written, produced and arranged by himself. It is a fascinating combination of powerful rock music mixed with orchestral elements involving a full blown symphonic orchestra. It features a selection of internationally very well respected rock voices. The concept is based on the life and prophecies of the predictor Nostradamus who lived in the 15th century and it describes his predictions such as war, religions, the Inquisition, etc. .

Nostradamus is an extraordinary, very well crafted piece of art which is convenient for the new millennium and which will make a remarkable difference. A script for live / stage performances is already in the making, the ultimate aim is to perform the rock opera live.

Customer Reviews:

The Best Rock Opera in all times.......2005-08-24

This is an ultimate rock-opera I ever listened. It also has predicted the crash of Twin Towers that was made by Nostradamus. Must have for any rock fan.

OUTSTANDING ROCK OPERA !!!!!.......2005-08-20

When I got this cd and listened first time it touched me so emotionally. Musicianship and vocals are amazing. This music takes you away from the ordinary. Glenn Hughes, John Lande and Joe Lynn Turner are enchiting.
Nicolo Kotzev created something which is the best any musician can achieve. Songs are beautifully played with the touch of symphony orchestra and hint of hard rock.
Can not wait for continuation of this great ROCK OPERA.
Highly recommend anyone who liked previous Brazen Abbot work but not only.

Highly Recommended.......2005-02-18

This is a fantastic project. An extraordinary rock opera that deserves more acclaim than it's received. It's great all the way through. Excellent song writing and excellent musical and vocal performances by an all-star line up. I feel like I'm on a magical journey when listening to this. There is good balance between hard rockin' songs, ballads, and songs that are purely classical. "Henriette" is one of the very best ballads I've ever heard. I doubt Nikoli Kotzev will ever be able to top this project, but hopefully he'll put something together that's at least equally impressive. My only disappointment is the absence of a live performance DVD. This could have made for great theater as well. This is a masterpiece.

Nostradamus Never Predicted This One.......2003-09-14

What a great and unique cd. I bought it primarily for Joe Lynn Turner and secondarily for Glenn Hughes. I figured that even if the cd wasn't good, I'd enjoy hearing them sing. I was quite pleasantly surprised with the recording. The music is a beautiful blend of orchestra (which brings the listener into the historical era of Nostradamus) and rock/metal (which carries much of the emotion).
Now that I've listened to it many times, I have certain songs to which I gravitate. Turner and Hughes delivered, as usual. What was a surprise to me was Jorn Lande. I had never heard of this fellow (not too amazing, as I'm from the US), but his voice really affected me. Embodying the Inquisitor, he carries such hatred and anger in his voice.
The only thing that confused me a little was the chronology in the album. I felt it switched eras a little too much, but this is a minor complaint because it really doesn't affect the quality of the music at all. Overall, this is a great album. If you have an open mind, give it a shot. If you're a fan of Deep Purple, Rainbow, and/or HTP (Hughes Turner Project), definitely give it a listen.

Notradamus - The Rock Opera.......2003-09-10

Nostradamus

In keeping with recent tendencies of writing reviews of foreign artists I have picked the rock opera, Nostradamus by Nikolo Kotzov. Nikolo is a guitarist and violinist who in the past has been associated with the rock groups Baltimoore and Brazen Abbot. Having one foot in rock music and the other in classical music gave Nikolo an excellent background to compose and produce a rock opera.

Nikolo was born in Bulgaria but he lives in Finland since 1989. He composed and produced this album in 2001 and it was released on Steamhammer records a division of European giant SPV.

Nostradamus is one hour and forty-one minutes long and is recorded on two discs. It consists of three Acts of which 13 tracks are on disc 1 and 8 tracks on disc 2. Nostradamus is packaged in a inch thick jewel case containing the two discs and a forty page booklet, describing the participants, with photos, listings of the various songs and lyrics along with a little history of the subject event before each song and the requisite Credits and Thank Yous.

To perform this rock opera, Nikolo supposedly recruited an all-star cast. The only one I have heard of, however, is ole "Black Velvet" herself Alannah Myles, who plays Anne Gemelle but these are European artists, afterall. Other artists are listed below:

Joe Lyne Turner.......Nostradamus
Glen Hughes...........Henry II, King of France
Sass Jordan...........Catherine de Medici, Queen of France
Coran Edman...........Soldier and Ghost
Jorn Lande............The Inquisitor
Doogie White..........Storyteller

Band members
Nikolo Kotzev...Guitar, violin, keyboards, percussion
Jan Haugland....Drums
Mic Michaeli....Organ
Jon Leven.......Bass

The thirty-five piece orchestra was conducted by Nelko Kolarov. In addition two choirs were utilized.

Since there are twenty-one tracks and we are attempting to write a laconic review, I'll describe only those songs which I feel are the ten best songs.

"Desecration" is apparently sung by the soldier who legend has it desecrated Nostradamus' grave and was cursed for eternity. It is a catchy mid paced number with lush instrumentation including guitar work and multiple singers. Exceptional song.

"Henriette" Is a love song where Nostradamus sings to the love of his life, his future wife and mother of his two children. It is basically a slow very romantic song but it does really pick up the pace in the middle where Nikolo performs a wild violin solo. Great song

"The Eagle" Nostadamus sings about his prediction, which believe foretold the coming of Napolean. This song has a very familiar classical melody which I can't place but is very catchy. The choirs are used very nicely here and this song has a feeling resembling a couple songs from Jesus Christ Superstar.

"Inquisition" is about Notradamus being called before the Inquisitor where apparently the Queen intervenes, thus saving his life. Our mystery melody returns in this medium paced high powered number featuring three emotional singers plus the choirs. Exceptional song.

"War of Religions" after undergoing a trial for witchcraft and being persecuted, Nostradamus preceded to compose his future predictions in code. Another song that reminds me of JC Superstar. Medium slow paced blusey number with lots of different things happening. Orchestra, choirs, backing singing. Great song

"Inquisitors Rage" really a continuation of "War of Religions", different singer similar melody and presentation but slightly faster. Great song

"World War II" is about his famous World War II prediction. Classical - Operatic sounding with the full complement of choir and orchestra and guest singers in a highly melodic song. Exceptional song.

"World War III" Nostradamus predicts the coming of the Third Antichrist. A medium fast paced song with a very perky harmony, which if it wasn't for the subject matter could be top forty material.

"The End of the World" Nostradamus predicts the end of the world in 3797. Very symphonic, heavy choirs, great melodies. It's close with some other songs but this is my vote for best song.

"I'll Remember You" a very pretty romantic, highly emotional song. A very nice closing number. I can picture the curtains closing on this number. excellent song

CONCLUSION

Nostradamus is a very good rock opera and this has some very nice songs in it. If it ever plays the stage here in Phoenix I'd definitely give if a go.

I'm not that much into rock operas, so that's why I don't sound more effusive. I tried to rate the album on the obvious quality and not let my preferences get involved.

Tracks:

This Is Heresy
Wretched Mankind
Sick Of Love
The Nascent Virion
Golden Age
Erection
Chime're De-Si De-La
Four Horsemen
Church Of No Return

Customer Reviews:

A Great Live Performance Filled With Genuine Classics.......2001-05-11

Recorded in 1989, this live performance is a great collection of classic Christian Death songs performed in front their devoted fans. Judging by the date and the set list, it is apparent that this tour was in support of the "Sex & Drugs & Jesus Christ" LP released around the same time, with "This Is Heresy", "Wretched Mankind", and "Erection" strategically placed in the show. Even though this was a decidedly heavy and metallic era of the band's career, the older songs form their more goth-oriented days are still performed pretty close to the originals, albeit a little simpler in places, understandably so in light of this being a live performance. "Sick Of Love", "Four Horsemen" (don't forget the lyrics, Val! he he he!!), and "Chimere..." faithfully bring you back a few years to their halcyon days of death-rock perfection. By the end of the record, you find yourself having just as much fun as the band when they were bombarded by stage-climbing fans ready to take part in the "Church Of No Return" saga. The climax, of course, has to be Gitane's soul-stirring "Golden Age" performance... especially knowing the circumstances that surrounded her leaving the band soon after. It's an unbelievable version of the track originally found on "The Scriptures", but this is just keyboard and voice, morphing into a profound and personal sonic catharsis... beautiful. In retrospect, this CD is a great documentation of this version of Christian Death. The "Valor & Gitane" era was silenced immediately after this show, in fact. This show, at the London Marquee, was the last date of the tour, and when Gitane packed up her equipment, it was to be for the last time. Ultimately, because of Gitane's immediate departure after this tour, "The Heretics Alive" is a fitting bookmark to signify the end of one era of Christian Death and the start of a new one. Finally, in addition to this CD, I strongly suggest you also track down the accompanying video of the same name for an even more complete picture of the band.

this cd is really good!.......2000-06-19

it's one of Christian Death's best albums yet! i suggest you buy it. i love the lyrics...

Average customer rating:

4 1/2 stars Above Average Death Metal
HOLY HELL!

Nostradamus
Divine Empire
Manufacturer: Olympic
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000094FF2
Release Date: 2003-06-03

Tracks:

Sacrifice in Vain
Ravaged
Tribulation
They Rise
Manifestation
Season of Extinction
Pain Remains
Basher
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Cuidate del Traidor

Album Description

2003 album from ex-Malevolent Creation band members Jason Blachowicz, Derik Roddy & J.P. Soars. Olympic Records.

Customer Reviews:

4 1/2 stars Above Average Death Metal.......2003-10-10

First of all, I had heard about Divine Empire before but I never really considered buying one of their CDs until I saw them live. Divine Empire was absolutely amazing live and I just had to buy their CD after seeing them alive. They are just as good in the studio as they are live. The music is ferocious, the vocalist delivers absolutely sick vocals and the music is brutal and heavy all the way throughout, with a few heavy breakdowns thrown in for good measure. If you like bands like Dying Fetus, Skinless, or pretty much any straightforward American Death Metal band, than by all means check Divine Empire out, you will not be disappointed.

HOLY HELL!.......2003-06-28

divine empire has returned to prove me wrong in my accusations of them being a below average death metal band. this cd is intense! 30 minutes of pure, non-stop terror. the drummer this time around is 10 times better than alex marquez, the lazy drummer that contaminated their last album with incompetence. this is an amazing release...i recommend it to all death heads. the last 2 tracks are the best.

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