It is with great pleasure that we return to bring you a review of the latest work from one of the first bands we had the pleasure of covering on our webzine. Pinn Dropp, an intriguing project from Poland, is back with a new full-length album, “For The Love Of Drama,” released on August 31, 2025, via OSKAR Records, featuring 10 tracks. The band consolidates and expands upon the strengths of their previous 2022 release. The album opens with the atmospheric intro track “First Steps,” guiding the listener into the sonic universe of the record. With “Unholy,” the band immediately immerses us in their new musical directions, delivering a solid sound that blends classic and modern Progressive elements with their unmistakable personal touch. This evolution is particularly compelling as it preserves the essence of their previous work while exploring a heavier, more Progressive sound, interspersed with delicate interludes. The track features rich guitar and keyboard textures, expressive and incisive vocals, and a robust rhythm section, bridging the epic grandeur of Uriah Heep with the intricacies of modern Prog, culminating in an intense and sophisticated instrumental passage. “Point of No Return” is a composition full of time changes and intricate arrangements, blending Neo Prog and classic Progressive Rock with the band’s distinctive voice. Alternating between more accessible sections and complex passages, the warm and expressive vocals complement heavy riffs and dynamic shifts, showcasing the band’s creativity, technical skill, and compositional depth. Synth solos add a touch of classic Prog elegance, seamlessly entwined with the engaging vocal lines. “Recycled Feelings” opens with dreamy atmospheres built on orchestral backdrops and refined guitar and keyboard arpeggios, supporting heartfelt and expressive vocals. This more delicate and immersive track still offers a striking guitar solo towards the end, fitting perfectly among the album’s more traditionally Progressive moments. A brief 52-second interlude, They Are Here…, transitions the listener into the final three tracks. With “Logismoi,” the band presents a modern yet accessible Heavy Prog sound, with layered guitars and keyboards and a powerful, intricate rhythm section. The incisive vocals and engaging melodies alternate between epic and technically-driven sections, highlighting the band’s Progressive Rock and Metal influences. “L’Illumination” opens with rich, layered keyboards and guitar motifs, continuing the album’s modern Heavy Prog trajectory. Its technically sophisticated structure, frequent tempo changes, and dynamic vocals define the track as a Progressive Metal gem, enriched by the band’s personal stylistic imprint. Guitar and keyboard solos stand out for their craftsmanship and emotive quality. The epic title-track, spanning over 11 minutes, explores multiple facets of Prog—from modern to classic—infused with the band’s distinctive identity. Long, expressive instrumental passages and emotional vocal lines demonstrate Pinn Dropp’s compositional and performance skills, delivering 11 minutes of pure Progressive delight. Fans of the genre will certainly find this track captivating. “Hugag” is a deeply emotive piece, blending Progressive sensibilities with intense lyrics and a soaring, gradually building soundscape, perfectly showcasing the band’s melodic and dynamic range. The album concludes with “Last Footsteps,” a melancholic orchestral outro that gently brings the record to a close. “For The Love Of Drama” confirms Pinn Dropp’s consistent quality, presenting mature and sophisticated compositions. From start to finish, the album is an intense journey through Progressive Rock and Progressive Metal, enriched by the band’s unique touch. With a diverse and compelling tracklist, it is a highly recommended listen for fans of modern Progressive Rock with Metal influences, and a notable addition to the discography of this Polish ensemble.
Tracklist
01. First Steps (1:07)
02. Unholy (7:27)
03. Point Of No Return (5:44)
04. Recycled Feelings (5:05)
05. They Are Here… (0:52)
06. Logismoi (8:04)
07. L’Illumination (7:17)
08. For The Love Of Drama (11:25)
09. Hugag (5:54)
10. Last Footsteps (2:50)
Lineup
Matt J. / Vocals
Piotr Sym / Guitars
Paweł Woliński / Bass
Mirek Skorupski / Keyboards
Kuba Mikulski / Drums