Quorum are a Russian progressive rock band who claim to be neo prog but they dip into a lot of classic prog rock as their sound and style. Although they have been together since 2003, this is actually the first official full length release for the world to hear. Klubkin's Voyage is based on a scientific TV show called Klub kinoputeshestviy, which was about discoveries, travel, and adventures. Quorum took the themes and added dreams. It's all interesting and the whole concept works very well from the cover art to the music. The CD begins with a very beautiful piece that instantly reminds of Mid and late period Camel, then extends to similar sounds of the instrumentals of Renaissance. Dominate use of lead guitar and keyboards along with a tight rhythm section gives the listener confidence in the capability of this band. The vocals are in Russian which greatly adds to the atmosphere and the harmonies are excellent. The music strong enough to express the feeling they are wishing to convey. I do hear pretty much all the bands they claim influence from like Rush. Genesis, and 70's rock which seems to be all American prog rock bands like Styx and Kansas but I hear a very strong Camel and Pink Floyd influence as well. You will also hear some classical, Spanish flamenco, Latin and jazz incorporated into the music. There are no shortages of strong tight riffs and beautiful melodies all around. You'll be gifted with many little twists and unexpected developments in some of the songs too.
01 Overture 02 Klubkin's voyage part one 03 Books and dreams 04 Beginning 05 Geographic society 06 Insanity 07 Confusion 08 Non-accidental meeting 09 Decision 10 Klubkin's voyage part two 11 My land where are you? 12 Discovery
13 World is laughing at naivety 14 So tired 15 Klubkin's voyage part three 16 Voyage goes on!