Caterine Review of "Cognition" @ iTunes By: John Collinge aterine: Cognition 2002 (CD, 48:16); Caterine Music Style: Instrumental symphonic prgressive Total rating: 13-1/2 out of 16. Erstwhile heavy metal guitarist Jimmy Dee Caterine (Sacred Rite) realizes his rather tastefully orchastrated symphonic ambitions with 'Cognition', a collection of 11 instrumental tracks divided between three movements ("Rebirth," "Soul Discovery" and "Cognition"). Caterine does most of the work on guitars, bass, guitar synth, drums and piano, helped along by four other players on bass, drums, percussion and piano. Despite the man's musical pedigree, don't expect a chops-drenched shredfest. Rather, much of this music is delicately lush, flowing, and introspective, with just enough bombast to keep things balanced. The classically flavored "Intrigue," matching Caterine's nimble acoustic guitar with Jordet's eloquently melodic piano, is a real show-stealer. "Venice," likewise, captures a sense of Latin romanticism with Caterine's aucoustic playing nicely off Jordet's echo-y harpsichord-like keys. Elsewhere, "Enlighten" returns the rock crunch beneath yet another lyrically melodic guitar lead ... very nice! And so it goes with this mostly mid-tempo, delightfully melodic and creatively arranged album. For anyone who doubts that prog has "soul," check out Cognition. © John Collinge / Progression Magazine Rebirth: Search For Solace Soul Discovery: Intrigue Cognition: Piece Of Mind Cognition: Shades Of Life Rebirth: Groove Cognition: Enlighten