"praise the gods...! the beast has awakened, bearing another stupendously sacramental self-released sonic submission...the crazy-talented creative team of sebastian elliott and vora vor returns...! master of disguise tells the metaphorical tale of a spiritually bereft nomad traversing the desert wilderness in search of self, portrayed through elliott's deep-throated otherworldly vocals...vor's nimble-fingered shred is stunning, the intricately layered arrangements breathtaking, catchy as hell throughout. how this band remains unsigned mystifies me."
-john collinge, progression, u.s.a.

"expertly crafted, instantly memorable. there really is so much appeal to an album like master of disguise, and you have to hope that all the work that went into this recording ultimately brings some decent exposure to the band and their eclectic music. there's much to enjoy and savor here with master of disguise for years to come, and the style of Braindance can easily appeal to a wide variety of listeners, from those who enjoy metal, goth, prog, ambient, and darkwave. once again, this band has produced a masterpiece."
- sea of tranquility, u.s.a.

"a masterful, expansive production, a great delight of an album, an amalgamation of sonic influences that comes together as a smooth, well-balanced and multilayered sound. sebastian elliott's vocals are consistently strong and passionately delivered, and the album boasts some truly impressive guitar work. braindance is a group with a strong presence - a very good sense of who they are, and what they want to send out into the world."
- gail, gothic beauty, u.s.a.

"A fantastic new concept album from the legendary braindance - one of the most unique groups on the planet working in their own style they call 'progressive darkwave,' combining elements of goth, industrial, electronic, synthpop and darkwave with progressive metal, progressive trance, vocal house, and modern classical music. master of disguise is totally mind-blowing with some of the best packaging we've ever seen...!"
- jeff stevens, progmetalzone.com, u.s.a.

"in short - an album finished to perfection."
- xavier kruth, dark entries, belgium

"a one of a kind act that mixes electronic/goth landscapes with progressive metal elements, which equals out to an experience that i cannot even completely describe. keep in mind that i had no idea who these guys even were until the promo was sent out and now i find myself more than willing to purchase the rest of their albums in an effort to hear all of the material that they’ve had to offer in the past. yes, they truly are that good and if you’re looking for a mix of deep croons, electronics and guitars, then you’ve hit the jackpot with master of disguise. it’s the first new release from the new york act in nearly twelve years, but they sound surprisingly fresh and crisp on the release with an unparalleled (and i do mean unparalleled) vocal performance by frontman sebastian elliott. if the musical element of the act wasn’t already good enough, elliot’s vocal performance is truly the icing on the cake. when he tackles the mic, you’ll be sure to know it and there’s no one out there quite like him on the market. vora vor is mostly to thank for the majority of musical awesomeness that you hear on the album, as she plays the guitar in addition to the keyboard work and even lets loose on some grand solo efforts. a truly memorable experience - when i listen to "master of disguise,' i can feel master of disguise,' and i can’t really say that about a great number of records out there. a great deal of bands could take a lesson - definitely pick up a copy."
- eric may, the grim tower, u.k.

"braindance is paving new ground for future musicians to take notice, while entertaining your darkest fantasies and fears - a must have."
- deathwish, vampire freaks magazine, u.s.a.

"braindance is the fusion of past and future...absolutely unique and beautiful.."
- juliya, uranium, u.s.a.

"there is new hope as to the commercial viability of a dark style... braindance is taking the genre in new directions."
- bryan reesman, billlboard magazine, u.s.a.

"after 25 years of listening, one of the biggest sounds i've ever heard that could represent a new era in sound and style."
- martyn jones, acid attack webzine, u.s.a.

"braindance is a musical genius hybrid – stunning vocals and orchestration to be envied – totally amazing!!! braindance can easily be the leading mainstream band of the new milennium."
- michael xian, frozen hell magazine, greece

"i am very optimistic concerning a possible breakthrough in the underground's esteem. injecting a consistent dose of grey cells in a scene going 'round in circles, braindance deserves to be the keystone of a new generation..."
- bertrand garnier, nightshade magazine, france

"there is no comparing this band to anyone - braindance is sure to be the one who will set a trend in the goth underground music scene."
- paul autry, spotlight/the scene monthly, philadelphia, u.s.a.

"some of the best gothic/industrial styled music i've ever heard. absolutely mind blowing music, the high level of musicianship demonstrated by the band is unbelievable. a lot of signed bands arent this good - absolutely brilliant!!"
- matthew, full strength online, u.s.a.

"well worth the wait - a remarkable achievement - combines perfectly such varied genres as metal, techno, progressive rock, ambient, gothic, and electronic to form a style that is light years ahead of most groups recording today, creating classic songs for the ages. in fact, everything about this band just screams talent. redemption is a future classic from this band that needs to get discovered, and one of my picks for best of the year."
- peter pardo, sea of tranquility, u.s.a.

"it is within the grasp of this band to bomb down any popular hit-parade and even get a grammy - all told, an absolute masterpiece that we need very much. one of the few progressive albums that have the potential to appeal to a mass audience, to enter today's music mainstream. "redemption" may be the first real stage for progressive to reach an audience that is much larger than it is today."
-vitaly, progressor, germany

"just fantastic, managing to perfectly mix and arrange the best elements of different genres as gothic, prog, epic choirs and electronic sounds. the band is very good and has got all the characteristic to became the starting point of a new genre. it's a shame that they're music is so difficult to be found."
-tatiana vinciguerra, babylonwebzine, italy

"an incredible prog darkwave project created by two genius musical minds: intense dark feelings with power and pop touchs, the new album redemption is a masterpiece of the style, a mix of dark intense mutations of atmospheric auras, beautiful ambiences and impressive feelings - a real musical manifesto!!!"
-edgar franco, krepuskulum webzine, brazil

"technical ability, original songwriting, astounding solos, great production, and a mournful and deep soulful singing voice verify that redemption is a quantum leap - innovative, powerful, and a very impressive album."
-don boyanny, united webzine, slovenia

"the best and most original cd i've ever even touched, so much as listened to... to be brutally honest, i doubt there'll ever be many bands that can equal this band in pure originality and maturity on an independent release! if you don't already have this, then there is something that you are seriously missing – this band is the next big thing, and will stay the big thing for a good long time."
- arnold hablewitz, the wormwood chronicles, u.s.a.

"huge and powerful – the songs among the best i have heard in a long long time....an incredible ear and understanding for immense melodies – dark, melancholy, emotive, scary, floating, atmospheric, intricate, melodic, intelligent and at the same time extremely beautiful. unique and majestic, a truly special experience unlike everything you have ever heard that left me begging for more... truth be told, if you don't get this album, you are missing out on a truly special experience – huge, powerful, essential!... every fan of intelligent music should have this – i'm completely blown away by this band!!!"
- bjornar bevolden, progpower.com/through different eyes, norway

"the absolute best goth/industrial/metal album i've heard since the mid-1990's. braindance stands out in my mind as the best that industrial/goth/metal can achieve amongst a throng of mediocre bands."
- todd edmundson, criticalmetal.com, u.s.a.

"simply one of the more talented and further evolved 'unsigned' acts i've heard in some time. that the band has accomplished all of this and has yet to be picked up by a larger label after doing so is truly astonishing. there are far too many less developed artists achieving much larger exposure for this band to remain underground for too long."
- metaljudgment.com, u.s.a.

"braindance somehow invented the progressive darkwave genre and it seems they're still the kings. braindance will make their breakthrough, that's for sure - outstanding!!!" ***band of the month october 2001***
- markus weis, durp (die ultimative reviews progressive), germany

"vocalist sebastian elliott and guitarist vora vor are dynamic writing team (currently without any peers) and have provided braindance with a unique approach that is stimulating, challenging and above all entertaining. this is one cd that i have not stopped listening to since i was fortunate enough to receive a copy and i urge you seek it out and experience it for yourself."
- simon lukic, simon sez magazine, south australia