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Temple of the Cat
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Wikipedia article
"'Temple of the Cat'" is the third single by Ayreon, released on 2000, from the album 'Universal Migrator Part 1: The Dream Sequencer'. It was re-released on 2001, containing an acoustic version of the song, and the song, "Nature's Dance", from "the Final Experiment".
Music
This song makes reference to the Mayan civilization and Maya mythology, taking place circa the 8th century. According to Arjen Lucassen, it speaks especially about the Jaguar Temple and the city of Tikal. Certain samples used on the song come from an authentic Maya festival. Vocals on this song were provided by Jacqueline Govaert.
Arjen has stated that, despite enjoying Jacqueline's vocal work, "Temple of the Cat" is his least favorite Ayreon song.[https://archive.today/20120730095350/http://www.arjenlucassen.com/ayreon/ay_jacqueline.html Jacqueline Govaert's page at Ayreon.com][https://web.archive.org/web/20120905082431/http://www.arjenlucassen.com/ayreon/ay_jacqueline.html Jacqueline Govaert's page at Ayreon.com - Wayback Machine]
Track listing
Personnel
*Arjen Lucassen - vocals, guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Synthesizer.
*Jacqueline Govaert - Vocals
*Rob Snijders - drums
References
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