This, the fourth Mastermind release, begins with brooding, spoken lyrics which really set the mood for the entire disc. We're treated to a rollercoaster ride that begins as crushing pessimism, grows into soaring optimism, and then seems to question all of it. Featuring magnificent drumming by Rich Berends who's quietly proving himself to belong among the drumming elite as Bill Berends continues to amaze with his guitar prowess throughout. With each release Mastermind continues to prove that they are one of the shining stars of the modern prog-rock genre.
"it's hard to believe than only three musicians are enough to produce such a complex music! "Volume IV", is truly ASTONISHING." (progarchives.com)