Figuresmile originated from the earlier group Three Wishes, known for their well‑received 2006 album Towards the Light. The musicians reintroduced themselves under the new name Figuresmile in 2011, leading to the release of In Between. The album’s visual design is dominated by black‑and‑white contrasts, with only the first and last pages of the booklet and the back cover appearing in shades of grey. The musical content, however, is more varied and colorful. The album contains ten tracks rooted primarily in progressive rock, occasionally incorporating light metal‑influenced guitar riffs. The opening piece, “Marks of Sin”, highlights the romantic tone of the vocalist’s delivery, supported by keyboard lines that enhance the emotional atmosphere. The sound recalls the mood of 1980s bands often associated with the “Romantics of Rock Music.” Several tracks stand out within the set. The title track “In Between” is a gentle composition built on drums, guitar‑keyboard interplay, and a strong final guitar solo. “Code of Death (102004072011)” begins as a ballad before shifting into a more forceful hard‑rock direction, at times evoking the style of Porcupine Tree. The number in parentheses refers to the date of death of Robert Roszak, a friend of the band and a music journalist from Radio Konin, to whom the piece is dedicated.
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In Between
Under My Eyelids
Code Of Death
One of Them