Magic Pie 2005 Motions of Desire (2017, Karisma Records, Kar101cd)

Magic Pie, from Moss, Norway, are a six piece progressive rock band whose debut album "Motions of Desire" (2005) is one hard-hitting platter of epic tunes loaded with melodic vocals, crisp & technical guitar work, and outstanding Hammond organ. Combining the accessibility of some of today's modern acts like The Flower Kings, Magellan, and Spock's Beard, with the technical expertise of Dream Theater, and throwing in some references to 70's icons like Deep Purple, Yes, Atomic Rooster, and Uriah Heep, Magic Pie have put together a real winner here.