Eyewitness (Royal Hunt album)
Eyewitness is the ninth studio album by the Danish progressive metal band Royal Hunt. It was released in 2003 on Avalon/Marquee in Japan and Frontiers Records in Europe.
The album features a lineup of André Andersen (keyboards), John West (vocals), Steen Mogensen (bass), Kenneth Olsen (drums), and Jacob Kjaer (guitars).
Eyewitness is characterized by its complex arrangements, strong melodies, and intricate musicianship, typical of Royal Hunt's progressive metal style. Thematically, the album explores observations and perspectives on various aspects of society and human experience. It received generally positive reviews, with critics often highlighting John West's vocal performance and the band's instrumental proficiency. Some criticism focused on the album's length and occasional lack of variation between tracks.