The search for the “Holy Grail” begins with the opening title track ‘Seventh Year of the Broken Mirror’ and perfectly demonstrates, what to expect from the remaining 10 tracks. It’s melodic with aggressive, catchy guitar riffs and the very unique and distinct vocal performance by DeGrena is good, who has a very deep tone to his voice, which transforms into a harsh brawling beast during the choruses. Some other highlights on this album, is the second track ‘Words that were Said’ with its use of very fast guitar shreds and fast tight drumming. Add DeGrena’s slow harsh screams (almost spoken words) and piano parts into the mixture, and we have a hit. Third track ‘Dreamspeak’ introduces our eardrums with mesmerizing keyboard tones, many tempo changes and odd rhythms throughout the song. It’s heavy and progressive, that will please many metalheads out there. Soundwise the next track ‘Spiral Staircase’ follows the same road with its progressive elements and heavy riffs, still very good and convincing. Fifth song has incorporated oriental elements and acoustic guitar play with fast powerful drumming and aggressive guitar riffs. The tenth song ‘Reign Down’ will be zapping your ears with thunder and lightning, building up the atmosphere that surrounds the entire song, and still have the same melody and progressive touch as the previous tracks. Last track ‘Winter’s Call’ is a perfect ending of this musical journey, with its atmospheric intro of blowing winds and keyboards syncs, alongside the haunting deep vocals from DeGrena in the background.