'The Provo, Utah, based rock act Dizzybloom is back again after their successful sophomore EP release Heroes for Ghosts and continues to carve it's own distinct niche in the progressive-rock landscape within the music scene today. This daring and fiercely independent group of accomplished artists adds a touch of ambience to the more aggressive rock moves in their latest full length album Oceans. Wasting no time deciding which song to feature first on the new CD, Dizzybloom jumps right in with the title track Oceans. A very innovative light indie-rock tune that essentially has some serious commercial radio appeal. It's uncompromising and driving rhythm combined with Amy Whitcomb's intense, powerful vocals all work closely together in harmony to support this deeply emotional rock song. On track two the pace slows down with Dolores a beautiful, sultry ballad. The acoustic guitars and unique percussions flow with emotion and sustain what are obviously very deep and personal lyrics. The combined use of Juliet Gamero's acoustic piano and Hammond B3 work to only further complement this song. Lost Memories, the third track, a light and airy acoustic version of the powerful ambient-rock track from the bands previous EP, Heroes for Ghosts, delights the listener's audio-pallets with a smooth and smoky variant to this highly sentimental piece. On the fourth track of Oceans Dizzybloom gets intrepid again by doing a remake of another classic rock tune. After covering Dream On by Aerosmith on their previous EP, this time they feature Amy Whitcomb on See Me Feel Me from musical icons The Who. The song is well done, however I admit I preferred the band's cover version of Dream On. Birds of Baikal, the fifth track, is a mysterious and well done instrumental featuring unique percussion and synth work. The ambient sounds are very peaceful and soothing to the listener. Although only 2:23 in run-time, this may be a track you'd want to slip on when you feel like chilling out. Moving on to track six, Violet Skies, featuring Stacey Evans on lead vocal, is a light and airy tune which appears to offer hope for the future to the ones left behind. An optimistic and pop-like guitar solo uplifts the song and brings even more hope as it temporally turns the sound and song's meaning around. Overall, I believe this song contains a positive message. In Edge of the Ending Stacey Evans sings about how it feels to face the end and reaching out to the listeners to determine their feelings on the matter. A very nicely put together and melodic tune with an upbeat tempo that moves in as the song evolves. Sunflowers, track number eight begins with beautiful acoustic piano, blended with a Hammond B3 intro. The tune definitely features Juliet Gamero's keyboard expertise and Stacey Evan's delightful light vocal attractions, both lead and backing-vocals. Steven Ramos' nicely kept beats keep the song moving along and in step. The slide guitar work makes for an interesting surprise. Beautiful song - Well done! The album ends with the mysterious sounding Two Exits which shows a bit of a darker side of Dizzybloom as the organization delves into more minor and dissonant chord structures combined with obscure subject matter. One Path goes Left - One Path goes Right sings Stacey Evans, essentially defining the song. The esoteric guitar riff in the song's outro further describes the song with a fierce and dominant suggestiveness. I really liked this song. Great production. Dizzybloom's music is not for the faint-of-heart. It is well written, well produced, with opulent arrangements. If you want Top-40 music, Dizzybloom may not be for you. But in this reviewer's opinion - who wants that? If you're a listener that appreciates true talent and innovation, pick up this record. You won't be disappointed.' Stand-Out Tracks: Oceans, Lost Memories, Dolores, Sunflowers, Two Exits Reviewed by Ken Cavalier - A&R, Sr. Publicist - Allure Media Entertainment Group June 4, 2013.
