Tao (uk) - Prophecy (2021) 〈2025〉

: The title track offers a heavier tone with a "guitar and bass battle" intro that adds a darker, more angsty edge compared to the rest of the album.

: Karen Fell’s vocals are praised for their emotional range and technical prowess, particularly on the ballads. The production, handled by Hughes and mixed by Dennis Ward , is top-tier for the genre. TAO (UK) - Prophecy (2021)

Check out this video review for a deeper dive into the album's production and melodic highlights: Tao Prophecy Review New Wave of British Heavy Metal YouTube• Oct 23, 2021 TAO - Prophecy :: Rock Report : The title track offers a heavier tone

The album is heavily influenced by classic female-fronted rock acts like and Pat Benatar , as well as the polished arena rock sound of Journey . Because Gary Hughes wrote all the material and produced the record, it inevitably carries the "TEN DNA"—grand arrangements, lush keyboards, and melodic guitar solos—but tailored for a female lead. Key Track Breakdown Check out this video review for a deeper

Reviews of Prophecy are generally positive but come with some caveats:

: A traditional power ballad that leans on piano rather than keyboards, evoking the sentimental 80s glam metal sound.

is a notable entry in the melodic rock and AOR (Adult Oriented Rock) scene, primarily because it serves as a vehicle for the songwriting of Gary Hughes , the mastermind behind the British band TEN . Fronted by vocalist Karen Fell , the album blends classic 80s-inspired hooks with modern production. The Sound and Style