Wisconsin is better known for cheese, snow and the “frozen tundra” of Lambeau Field than neo-progressive metal, but Strange Land is determined to be added to the list. I must say I haven’t had the privilege of listening to anything like this for quite some time. Strange Land blends the real metal guitar sound last heard in the 80’s and powerful clean vocals. There are many excellent electric and acoustic passages on this journey of mind and soul. I must admit I don’t own a lot of prog metal besides Queensryche, Rush and Seasons of the Wolf but Strange Land fits nicely here. I can’t compare them to anyone which is a good thing but fans of Dream Theater and the likes will surely enjoy this. You have to experience this from start to finish to truly reap the full rewards. To add this to your prog library, go to: http://www.strange-land.net/