After having released an enchanting debut album in 2005 THE MOON AND THE NIGHTSPIRIT now seamlessly tie in with the sophomore entitled Regö Rejtem. Generally speaking nothing has changed but – as it is known – the devil is in the details and so there is again a lot to discover on Regö Rejtem, form the details an allover impression that is different from the predecessor Of Dreams Forgotten And Fables Untold.
What already strikes me with the opener and title-track is that band’s folklore is livelier. Agnes Toth does not sing in too high-pitched and ethereal highs anymore and Mihaly Szabo adds some raw background singing. Altogether I feel reminded of Hagalaz Rundedance instead of Loreena McKennitt as on the predecessor. Likewise vivid Szarvaslélek, Föld Szíve Dobban and Rögböl Élet appear, while the last song Holdtánc even reveals oriental influences and nuances. Violins and acoustic guitars have an earthier approach and instrumentation got enhanced. Now also zither, harps, Kaval (traditional Bulgarian instrument) and Tapan (traditional Macedonian instrument) can be found on this record. Selectively used but though caring for much variety.
Regarding lyrical contend the duo immerse much deeper into national legends and mysticism, emphasized by the use of the national language only this time.
Again THE MOON AND THE NIGHTSPIRIT have created a wonderful packaging for their new record and again they have delivered a wonderful piece of music.