''Reasons and Rituals" is a song that has classic progressive rock elements and a modern edge. There is a healthy dosage of The Syn in the main song structure, but at times you might also hear Jethro Tull. In many ways this is tied to 1960's psychedelia, but yet no one would think of it as outdated. Steve Nardelli''s songwriting style shows through with an optimistic world view and message of hope. His voice seems to bring a Ray Davies feel to a progressive rock motif. This isn't the progressive rock of the 1970's, but it's also not the heavy metal influenced prog that's so common today. It's a true representation of what Nardelli calls "Mod Prog." It's a great song that's sure to please fans of the Syn, but will also have plenty of draw for anyone who enjoys progressive rock in general. Still there is plenty here for those with more mainstream tastes. Nardelli is a class act and you''d never know that the other guys on this aren't professional musicians because this is no amateur effort.'

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