Album Review: Long Distance Calling Live At Lichtburg
an opportunity to catch your breath before gradually picking up pace and transitioning into another melodic lull. The dynamic changes within Long Distance Calling’s music are completely gripping, with each shift building the excitement and anticipation for what comes next. Black Paper Planes exemplifies this perfectly, with rapid drumming and anthemic guitar work that enhance the overall sound.
Out There starts with a dominant bass line before the rest of the band joins in with searing guitar work, keyboard melodies, and driving percussion. What makes this track stand out is the constant evolution – they never linger on one riff, tempo, or dynamic for too long, keeping the listener engaged and guessing about what’s coming next. The final crescendo, marked by chiming guitars, incites the audience to go wild with admiration.
As the concert nears its end, Metulsky Curse Revisited delivers a grand finale that encapsulates all the elements we have heard throughout the performance, bringing it to a majestic conclusion. Long Distance Calling’s incredible skill, craftsmanship, and musicianship truly shine through on this live album, showcasing a band at the peak of their powers.
It’s been too long since the last time we saw Long Distance Calling at the RADAR Festival in 2023; witnessing them perform live again on UK shores would be a welcomed experience. Their music envelops the audience in a mesmerizing experience, and this live album captures them in scintillating form, leaving listeners in awe of the musical mastery displayed.