This is an excellent example of great music. This CD puts Pallas in a position to take command of the other progressive greats out there such as IQ and Arena. Pallas has taken their time to construct dramatic, pasionate pieces of music that are both aggressive and beautiful. I would like to thank all the members of the band but a special note must be to Ronnie Brown. Brown is a killer keyboard player with interesting ideas all over the CD. During the fabulous "Too Close to the Sun" Brown seems to be channeling Genesis circa late 70s- what an incredible sound. In "Bringer of Dreams" he flies on the keyboard. Amazing musicianship throughout. It's wonderful how Pallas has really kept the prog going with "The Cross and the Crucible" and now with "The Dreams of Men". Absolutely essential for anyone that enjoys progressive music. Purchase this one now proggers!!!