First of all, this album has nothing to do with Metal. Second, this is definitely not my style. Acid Rock/Pop music has never been my cup of tea and there’s a logical explanation for that: I wasn’t born and raised in the 60’s and ever since I got into Metal music I’ve never felt a need to step into this genre and take a look around. Metal or not Metal, I must confess that “Give Us Barabbas” has ignited a small spark of curiosity in me.

MASTERS OF REALITY have a special sound that can’t be put into words, I’ve been trying for the past weeks and so far I’ve only been able to come up with two associations: BEATLES and drugs, BEATLES because of the somewhat summer harmonies and cover of John Lennon’s “It’s So Hard”, drugs because of the weirdness that goes around in every song.

When I think of this album I get this crystal clear picture of a hippie gathering in the studio where long hair, drugs and free love is the main event supported by the sensual atmosphere of songs like “Bela Alef Rose” and “A Walk Beside Your Love”, so very un-Metal haha.

“Give Us Barabbas” isn’t a bad album. I won’t exactly hand it a trophy, there are some groovy and relaxing songs but like I said, this really isn’t my field. If you’re craving for some good stoner music and you’ve got a bong, some lovers and a stereo you might wanna seek this album. (Online May 7, 2004)