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Welcome to FabricationsHQ
Home to the musical articles, reviews and features by
Ross Muir
Independent Music Reviewer & Music Promotion
Freelance Writer
"Putting the Words to the Music"
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Contributing writers/ reviewers: Nelson McFarlane, Adam Norsworthy
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Welcome to FabricationsHQ
Home to the musical articles, reviews and features by
Ross Muir
Independent Music Reviewer & Music Promotion
Freelance Writer
"Putting the Words to the Music"
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Contributing writers/ reviewers: Nelson McFarlane, Adam Norsworthy
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Muirsical Thoughts, Muirsical News
"We were on tour in Germany opening for Iron Maiden when Powertrippin’ crashed into the UK National Chart at #5. The Maiden boys held a party for us that night in their hotel to celebrate.
We suddenly felt very validated; looking back I think we were." - Ricky Warwick
Although initially inspired by punk, when Scottish school friends Stump Monroe (drums), Floyd London (bass) and Ricky Warwick (guitar, vocals) joined forces with guitarist Tantrum in 1988 as The Almighty, they chose a harder rocking, heavy metal sound.
Snapped up by Polydor Records for 1989 debut Blood, Fire & Love, The Almighty's punk infused, aggressive rock approach was a welcome relief from the glam orientated sounds imported from across the Atlantic.
The Almighty then demonstrated that British hard rock had plenty to offer at the beginning of the 90s with, first, Soul Destruction in 1991 (that same year The Almighty were Special Guests of Megadeath on a tour where Alice In Chains were opening act) then the highly impacting Powertrippin’ (the first album to feature guitarist Pete Friesen) in 1993; all of which helped highlight that the musical winds were blowing, away from hairspray bands in favour of something grungier from the Pacific Northwest of America.
That 'Almighty' classic Powertrippin’ now sees re-issue via Cherry Red Records' HNE Recordings as a 2CD Expanded Edition, to be released on February 26th.
As well as album singles 'Addiction,' 'Over The Edge' and 'Out Of Season' the comprehensive reissue includes the B-Sides 'Blind,' 'Bodies' (originally by the Sex Pistols), ‘Insomnia,' 'In a Rut' (originally by The Ruts) and 'Fuckin' Up' (originally by Neil Young and Crazy Horse).
Additionally, live versions of 'Takin’ Hold,' 'Jesus Loves You… But I Don’t' and 'Powertrippin'' illustrate what a powerful band The Almighty have always been on stage.
The Bonus Disc also includes a number of demo versions including 'Free 'N' Easy' and the title track from Soul Destruction (which was never officially recorded); a number of Radio Edits and acoustic versions (including Neil Young’s 'Rockin’ In The Free World') complete the bonus materials.
This 2CD Expanded Edition also includes a fully illustrated booklet, complete with detailed liner notes from Malcolm Dome based on interviews with the band.
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We suddenly felt very validated; looking back I think we were." - Ricky Warwick
Although initially inspired by punk, when Scottish school friends Stump Monroe (drums), Floyd London (bass) and Ricky Warwick (guitar, vocals) joined forces with guitarist Tantrum in 1988 as The Almighty, they chose a harder rocking, heavy metal sound.
Snapped up by Polydor Records for 1989 debut Blood, Fire & Love, The Almighty's punk infused, aggressive rock approach was a welcome relief from the glam orientated sounds imported from across the Atlantic.
The Almighty then demonstrated that British hard rock had plenty to offer at the beginning of the 90s with, first, Soul Destruction in 1991 (that same year The Almighty were Special Guests of Megadeath on a tour where Alice In Chains were opening act) then the highly impacting Powertrippin’ (the first album to feature guitarist Pete Friesen) in 1993; all of which helped highlight that the musical winds were blowing, away from hairspray bands in favour of something grungier from the Pacific Northwest of America.
That 'Almighty' classic Powertrippin’ now sees re-issue via Cherry Red Records' HNE Recordings as a 2CD Expanded Edition, to be released on February 26th.
As well as album singles 'Addiction,' 'Over The Edge' and 'Out Of Season' the comprehensive reissue includes the B-Sides 'Blind,' 'Bodies' (originally by the Sex Pistols), ‘Insomnia,' 'In a Rut' (originally by The Ruts) and 'Fuckin' Up' (originally by Neil Young and Crazy Horse).
Additionally, live versions of 'Takin’ Hold,' 'Jesus Loves You… But I Don’t' and 'Powertrippin'' illustrate what a powerful band The Almighty have always been on stage.
The Bonus Disc also includes a number of demo versions including 'Free 'N' Easy' and the title track from Soul Destruction (which was never officially recorded); a number of Radio Edits and acoustic versions (including Neil Young’s 'Rockin’ In The Free World') complete the bonus materials.
This 2CD Expanded Edition also includes a fully illustrated booklet, complete with detailed liner notes from Malcolm Dome based on interviews with the band.
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'Walking Free,' the upcoming single release from trad/roots-blues Scottish duo Sister Gavin and the Gator (aka singer Adele Gavin and blues-slide guitarist Iain Donald, the latter also one half of the Blind Lemon Gators with vocalist Grieg Taylor) couldn’t be better timed.
At the heart of the song’s pleaful vocal, slide and handclaps is a traditionally framed, pains of the past gospel blues; but it also doubles as an uplifting, soulful cry to remain positive in the current state of global and pandemic affairs and the hope we can, indeed, all be walking free from political divide in a future yet to be realised.
Just how good 'Walking Free' and Sister Gavin and The Gator are you can find out when the song is released on February 19th on all digital platforms and Bandcamp.
Singer-songwriter Adele Gavin and emotive slide exponent Iain Donald formed a musical partnership in 2019 when the two friends played together at a jam session and brought new life to each other’s music.
During the first Covid Lockdown the duo isolated together in order to stream live music through the
Covid-19 Charity Page they had set up to help musicians raise money for local charities in Scotland and encourage people to remain hopeful whilst at home.
You can pre-save Walking Free here: https://show.co/hSLSlcH
The release will be followed by lyric video and, dependent on the health/ Covid-19 situation, future 2021 gigs.
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At the heart of the song’s pleaful vocal, slide and handclaps is a traditionally framed, pains of the past gospel blues; but it also doubles as an uplifting, soulful cry to remain positive in the current state of global and pandemic affairs and the hope we can, indeed, all be walking free from political divide in a future yet to be realised.
Just how good 'Walking Free' and Sister Gavin and The Gator are you can find out when the song is released on February 19th on all digital platforms and Bandcamp.
Singer-songwriter Adele Gavin and emotive slide exponent Iain Donald formed a musical partnership in 2019 when the two friends played together at a jam session and brought new life to each other’s music.
During the first Covid Lockdown the duo isolated together in order to stream live music through the
Covid-19 Charity Page they had set up to help musicians raise money for local charities in Scotland and encourage people to remain hopeful whilst at home.
You can pre-save Walking Free here: https://show.co/hSLSlcH
The release will be followed by lyric video and, dependent on the health/ Covid-19 situation, future 2021 gigs.
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Welsh rock singer Chez Kane will release her self-titled debut solo album on the 12th March via Frontiers Music Srl.
Produced by Danny Rexon of Crazy Lixx, the album is a classy melodic rock offering that intentionally hearkens back to the ’80s when the genre featured a number of notable and powerful frontwomen.
Preceding the album and acting as a melodically rocking taster is the single 'Too Late For Love,' of which Chez Kane says “I’m so excited that everyone is finally getting to hear the first single from the album; Too Late For Love is full of class and infectious 80’s sass!”
Produced by Danny Rexon of Crazy Lixx, the album is a classy melodic rock offering that intentionally hearkens back to the ’80s when the genre featured a number of notable and powerful frontwomen.
Preceding the album and acting as a melodically rocking taster is the single 'Too Late For Love,' of which Chez Kane says “I’m so excited that everyone is finally getting to hear the first single from the album; Too Late For Love is full of class and infectious 80’s sass!”
A talented vocalist who fronts the seven-piece melodic rock-metal outfit Kane’d (with her two sisters), Chez Kane was signed up to Frontiers after conversations between the label and Danny Rexon, who comments:
"The contemporary melodic rock scene was missing an important piece of what made the genre so great in the late 80s and early 90s, and that is the quintessential female rocker.
There are tons of bands in the genre but I felt we were missing that great female solo artist singing hard rock - a kind of Lee Aaron, Lita Ford or Robin Beck for the new decade.
"Having found Chez and discovering the potential in her voice, I have great faith in this endeavour - if you are a fan of Lee Aaron, Vixen, Saraya, Chrissy Steele, Lita Ford and similar artists and feel like the genre’s been missing this vital component, you’re going to love Chez Kane!"
Pre-order link: orcd.co/chezkane
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"The contemporary melodic rock scene was missing an important piece of what made the genre so great in the late 80s and early 90s, and that is the quintessential female rocker.
There are tons of bands in the genre but I felt we were missing that great female solo artist singing hard rock - a kind of Lee Aaron, Lita Ford or Robin Beck for the new decade.
"Having found Chez and discovering the potential in her voice, I have great faith in this endeavour - if you are a fan of Lee Aaron, Vixen, Saraya, Chrissy Steele, Lita Ford and similar artists and feel like the genre’s been missing this vital component, you’re going to love Chez Kane!"
Pre-order link: orcd.co/chezkane
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DBA (Downes Braide Association) are set to return with their fifth Album Halcyon Hymns, which will be released on CD/DVD on 5th February 2021.
The DVD includes video footage of legendary artist Roger Dean’s painting sessions for the album cover artwork together with lyric videos for three tracks from the album.
A 2LP White Vinyl edition will be released on 26th March.
The prog-meets-melodic-pop pairing of Chris Braide and Geoff Downes preceded the album by, first, previewing the opening track 'Love Among the Ruins' and now, in the shape of new single 'Your Heart Will Find The Way.'
The DVD includes video footage of legendary artist Roger Dean’s painting sessions for the album cover artwork together with lyric videos for three tracks from the album.
A 2LP White Vinyl edition will be released on 26th March.
The prog-meets-melodic-pop pairing of Chris Braide and Geoff Downes preceded the album by, first, previewing the opening track 'Love Among the Ruins' and now, in the shape of new single 'Your Heart Will Find The Way.'
"Your Heart Will Find The Way has an almost YES like quality of all the songs from Halcyon Hymns I feel, in that its very up and direct. Geoff sent me the verse chord progression and the riff and then I added the chorus chord progression and the melody just fell out on top of those two elements. The lyric is about listening to your inner voice and trusting your gut instinct to navigate you out of adversity." - Chris Braide
"It has become something of a feature of mine and Chris's songwriting where the verse (in the minor key) sets the mood of the piece only to climax into an upbeat chorus (in the major). Here is a good example I believe of how we mix pathos with positivity - but ultimately delivering the overall message as one of hope and promise." - Geoff Downes
DBA combines the talents of keyboardist Geoff Downes (YES, Asia, Wetton-Downes, The Buggles) and singer-songwriter-pianist-producer Chris Braide, who has produced music for film scores and worked with artists such as Sia, Lana Del Rey, Christina Aguilera, Beyonce, Paloma Faith, Britney Spears and Marc Almond.
Halcyon Hymns (which features contributions from Marc Almond and David Longdon) is the fifth DBA collaboration, following in the pop-gressive footsteps of previous studio albums Pictures of You (2012), Suburban Ghosts (2015) and Skyscraper Souls (2017).
The duo also released Live In England (2019), which was recorded at their first ever concert at Trading Boundaries, East Sussex, in 2018.
Pre-order links
CD/DVD: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/downes-braide-association-halcyon-hymns-cd-dvd-edition/
2LP White Vinyl: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/downes-braide-association-halcyon-hymns-limited-edition-2lp-white-vinyl/
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"It has become something of a feature of mine and Chris's songwriting where the verse (in the minor key) sets the mood of the piece only to climax into an upbeat chorus (in the major). Here is a good example I believe of how we mix pathos with positivity - but ultimately delivering the overall message as one of hope and promise." - Geoff Downes
DBA combines the talents of keyboardist Geoff Downes (YES, Asia, Wetton-Downes, The Buggles) and singer-songwriter-pianist-producer Chris Braide, who has produced music for film scores and worked with artists such as Sia, Lana Del Rey, Christina Aguilera, Beyonce, Paloma Faith, Britney Spears and Marc Almond.
Halcyon Hymns (which features contributions from Marc Almond and David Longdon) is the fifth DBA collaboration, following in the pop-gressive footsteps of previous studio albums Pictures of You (2012), Suburban Ghosts (2015) and Skyscraper Souls (2017).
The duo also released Live In England (2019), which was recorded at their first ever concert at Trading Boundaries, East Sussex, in 2018.
Pre-order links
CD/DVD: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/downes-braide-association-halcyon-hymns-cd-dvd-edition/
2LP White Vinyl: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/downes-braide-association-halcyon-hymns-limited-edition-2lp-white-vinyl/
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3.2 : Third Impression is a continuation of the progressive rock band 3, in which singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Robert Berry played alongside ELP members Carl Palmer and the late Keith Emerson.
You can pre-order the album, which will be released on 12th February 2021 here: orcd.co/thirdimpression
A follow up to the excellent 2018 offering 3.2 : The Rules Have Changed, Third Impression presents a mixture of sweeping AOR songs including album opener 'Top Of The World,' closing number 'Never' (co-written by Robert Berry and Keith Emerson and the last song the pair worked on together) and latest single, the gorgeous ballad 'A Bond Of Union.'
You can pre-order the album, which will be released on 12th February 2021 here: orcd.co/thirdimpression
A follow up to the excellent 2018 offering 3.2 : The Rules Have Changed, Third Impression presents a mixture of sweeping AOR songs including album opener 'Top Of The World,' closing number 'Never' (co-written by Robert Berry and Keith Emerson and the last song the pair worked on together) and latest single, the gorgeous ballad 'A Bond Of Union.'
As regard the album concept and the song 'Never,' Robert Berry confirmed that "being left with Never, the final song that Keith and I worked on, weighed heavily on me; it was as if my friend was still here as we had this song unreleased to the world.
It was a big and powerful piece of music, but was too long to fit on The Rules Have Changed.
However, the more I listened to it, the more it brought me back to the many conversations Keith and I had about style and where 3's sound may have headed.
I am so proud of these 3.2 albums and my time in 3. Playing with Keith was, and will remain, the best experience of my musical life."
The working relationship between Robert Berry and Keith Emerson began in 1987 when manager Brian Lane (Yes, Asia, A-ha) and drummer Carl Palmer arranged a meeting between the two prolific musicians. The plan was to form a more melodic, song oriented band (in comparison to ELP) that would allow Emerson, Berry and Palmer to follow in the footsteps of the success that Asia and GTR were enjoying during that period.
The band 3 was thus born, resulting in the album ...To The Power of Three, the Top 10 US single 'Talkin’ Bout' and an acclaimed North American tour.
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It was a big and powerful piece of music, but was too long to fit on The Rules Have Changed.
However, the more I listened to it, the more it brought me back to the many conversations Keith and I had about style and where 3's sound may have headed.
I am so proud of these 3.2 albums and my time in 3. Playing with Keith was, and will remain, the best experience of my musical life."
The working relationship between Robert Berry and Keith Emerson began in 1987 when manager Brian Lane (Yes, Asia, A-ha) and drummer Carl Palmer arranged a meeting between the two prolific musicians. The plan was to form a more melodic, song oriented band (in comparison to ELP) that would allow Emerson, Berry and Palmer to follow in the footsteps of the success that Asia and GTR were enjoying during that period.
The band 3 was thus born, resulting in the album ...To The Power of Three, the Top 10 US single 'Talkin’ Bout' and an acclaimed North American tour.
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Photo by Adam Kennedy
Mike Ross, as part of southern blues rock affected trio RHR – (Troy) Redfern, (Jack) Hutchinson & Ross) and through albums such as his excellent 2020 release The Clovis Limit Pt.2 (the rockier Yin to the rootsier Yang of Pt.1) has started to make the sort of impact that he arguably should have, and certainly deserved to, in earlier output years.
With that in mind, and bolstered by the The Clovis successes, the singer-songwriter-musician-producer recently announced a most worthwhile musical restoration project…
In 1998 Mike Ross’s then band Taller Than recorded a 12-track album which, for various reasons, was never mixed or properly finished.
For over twenty years the original 2" master tapes were hidden away; all hope of finding either the time or finances to complete the project had long since been abandoned.
Enter COVID and the extreme disruption the pandemic has brought to touring for artists and musicians - attention turned from the road to the tape vault and a reach out to the public and fans to help restore, remix and release the forgotten Taller Than album.
A crowdfunding project was set up in the early part of January; in just the first week it had reached over 50% of the £4000 target.
This triggered the next phase of the campaign, to have the tapes restored and transferred to digital format so that editing and mixing could begin.
The first track to emerge in 2020 remix form is Mike Ross’s freshman treatise on addiction, 'Nicotine Placebo,' featuring heavyweight drummer Mike Kelly (latterly of The Mission) and the groove driven bass work of Mike’s brother Graeme Ross.
With that in mind, and bolstered by the The Clovis successes, the singer-songwriter-musician-producer recently announced a most worthwhile musical restoration project…
In 1998 Mike Ross’s then band Taller Than recorded a 12-track album which, for various reasons, was never mixed or properly finished.
For over twenty years the original 2" master tapes were hidden away; all hope of finding either the time or finances to complete the project had long since been abandoned.
Enter COVID and the extreme disruption the pandemic has brought to touring for artists and musicians - attention turned from the road to the tape vault and a reach out to the public and fans to help restore, remix and release the forgotten Taller Than album.
A crowdfunding project was set up in the early part of January; in just the first week it had reached over 50% of the £4000 target.
This triggered the next phase of the campaign, to have the tapes restored and transferred to digital format so that editing and mixing could begin.
The first track to emerge in 2020 remix form is Mike Ross’s freshman treatise on addiction, 'Nicotine Placebo,' featuring heavyweight drummer Mike Kelly (latterly of The Mission) and the groove driven bass work of Mike’s brother Graeme Ross.
"Nicotine Placebo was my first successful attempt to capture how being a slave to an addiction felt.
Listening now, I’m surprised and proud of just how ‘wise’ my 23-year-old self was. The backing track really is something else, with a monster groove hammered out by my brother on bass and the ‘1000-piece orchestra' that was Mike Kelly's drumming in those days! Powerful stuff: as fresh and relevant today as it was back in the last days of the old millennium!" - Mike Ross
'Nicotine Placebo' has since been released as a single to raise public awareness of the crowdfunding campaign which, hopefully, will also achieve its final goal of a deluxe album package including vinyl, accompanying CD and a unique collection of items such as photographs, reproductions of the original tape track sheets and studio invoices.
Pre-order packages, along with a selection of other merch and memorabilia items, are available from:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/taller-than
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Listening now, I’m surprised and proud of just how ‘wise’ my 23-year-old self was. The backing track really is something else, with a monster groove hammered out by my brother on bass and the ‘1000-piece orchestra' that was Mike Kelly's drumming in those days! Powerful stuff: as fresh and relevant today as it was back in the last days of the old millennium!" - Mike Ross
'Nicotine Placebo' has since been released as a single to raise public awareness of the crowdfunding campaign which, hopefully, will also achieve its final goal of a deluxe album package including vinyl, accompanying CD and a unique collection of items such as photographs, reproductions of the original tape track sheets and studio invoices.
Pre-order packages, along with a selection of other merch and memorabilia items, are available from:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/taller-than
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Steve Hackett will release a new acoustic album, Under a Mediterranean Sky, on 22nd January. The album will be available as a Limited CD Digipak, Gatefold 2LP + CD + LP-booklet and Digital album via InsideOut Music.
This is the luminary guitarist’s first acoustic based solo album since Tribute in 2008; the inspiration for the new work came from his extensive travels around the Mediterranean with his wife, Jo.
Working closely with long-time musical partner Roger King, Steve Hackett has used his time during 2020s lockdown to take himself and the listener on a musical journey around the Mediterranean, painting sonic images of the stunning landscapes and musically celebrating the diverse cultures of the region.
On the album Hackett demonstrates the beauty of the nylon guitar, at times venturing into the exotic & ethnic, often supported by orchestral arrangements.
The eleven-track album features latest single, the enchanting 'Sirocco,' which you can check out below.
Of 'Sirocco,' Steve Hackett says "visits to the vast and atmospheric Arabian and Sahara deserts of Egypt, Jordan and Morocco inspired this music."
This is the luminary guitarist’s first acoustic based solo album since Tribute in 2008; the inspiration for the new work came from his extensive travels around the Mediterranean with his wife, Jo.
Working closely with long-time musical partner Roger King, Steve Hackett has used his time during 2020s lockdown to take himself and the listener on a musical journey around the Mediterranean, painting sonic images of the stunning landscapes and musically celebrating the diverse cultures of the region.
On the album Hackett demonstrates the beauty of the nylon guitar, at times venturing into the exotic & ethnic, often supported by orchestral arrangements.
The eleven-track album features latest single, the enchanting 'Sirocco,' which you can check out below.
Of 'Sirocco,' Steve Hackett says "visits to the vast and atmospheric Arabian and Sahara deserts of Egypt, Jordan and Morocco inspired this music."
Photo by Jo Hackett
Under a Mediterranean Sky features:
Steve Hackett - nylon, steel string and twelve string guitars, charango and Iraqi oud.
Roger King - keyboards, programming, orchestral arrangements.
Guest musicians: Rob Townsend (saxophone, flute), Malik Mansurov (tar), Arsen Petrosyan (duduk), John Hackett (flute), Christine Townsend (violin).
"A lot of acoustic ideas had been forming over the years, and it felt like the perfect time to create this album - a time to contemplate the places we’ve visited around the Mediterranean with the kind of music which evolved from the world of imagination.
Because we can’t really travel, substantially at the moment, I hope that the album will take people on that journey. Whether you sit down and listen to it or drift off to it with a glass of wine..."
- Steve Hackett.
Pre-order Under a Mediterranean Sky here:
https://stevehackett.lnk.to/UnderAMediterraneanSky
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Steve Hackett - nylon, steel string and twelve string guitars, charango and Iraqi oud.
Roger King - keyboards, programming, orchestral arrangements.
Guest musicians: Rob Townsend (saxophone, flute), Malik Mansurov (tar), Arsen Petrosyan (duduk), John Hackett (flute), Christine Townsend (violin).
"A lot of acoustic ideas had been forming over the years, and it felt like the perfect time to create this album - a time to contemplate the places we’ve visited around the Mediterranean with the kind of music which evolved from the world of imagination.
Because we can’t really travel, substantially at the moment, I hope that the album will take people on that journey. Whether you sit down and listen to it or drift off to it with a glass of wine..."
- Steve Hackett.
Pre-order Under a Mediterranean Sky here:
https://stevehackett.lnk.to/UnderAMediterraneanSky
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Cherry Red Records will release two particularly poignant and posthumous albums in the early months of 2021, both linked by musical family association.
Powerhouse drummer Lee Kerslake, the percussive backbone of Uriah Heep over two distinct periods totalling some 35 years and an original member of Ozzy Osbourne’s Blizzard of Oz, will have his solo album Eleventeen posthumously released on the 26th February 2021.
After standing down from Uriah Heep in 2007 due to ill-health, Lee Kerslake commenced his debut solo album in 2015 with Jake Libretto, completing the album in 2019.
Lee Kerslake’s final notes for the album indicate how pleased he was with the results:
"Wow, I have to say now the album is finished there is a great sense of achievement. It’s been a little over three years to record and finish it, it took so long because I could only manage two days a week and sometimes nothing for a period of time as the chemotherapy, without my permission, kept me away. I am very proud of the songs.”
Eleventeen is a collection of eight songs. Seven are written or co-written by Lee Kerslake alongside a cover of the Carole King classic 'You’ve Got a Friend,' dedicated by Kerslake "to all of my friends past and present who I have loved through music."
Lee Kerslake sadly passed away on the 19th of September 2020 at the age of 73 after a long battle with cancer.
Powerhouse drummer Lee Kerslake, the percussive backbone of Uriah Heep over two distinct periods totalling some 35 years and an original member of Ozzy Osbourne’s Blizzard of Oz, will have his solo album Eleventeen posthumously released on the 26th February 2021.
After standing down from Uriah Heep in 2007 due to ill-health, Lee Kerslake commenced his debut solo album in 2015 with Jake Libretto, completing the album in 2019.
Lee Kerslake’s final notes for the album indicate how pleased he was with the results:
"Wow, I have to say now the album is finished there is a great sense of achievement. It’s been a little over three years to record and finish it, it took so long because I could only manage two days a week and sometimes nothing for a period of time as the chemotherapy, without my permission, kept me away. I am very proud of the songs.”
Eleventeen is a collection of eight songs. Seven are written or co-written by Lee Kerslake alongside a cover of the Carole King classic 'You’ve Got a Friend,' dedicated by Kerslake "to all of my friends past and present who I have loved through music."
Lee Kerslake sadly passed away on the 19th of September 2020 at the age of 73 after a long battle with cancer.
Ken Hensley, the songwriting power behind Uriah Heep’s greatest 70s successes, will have his most interesting solo release issued posthumously on 5th March 2021.
My Book Of Answers started with a chance encounter at Alicante airport in 2018 when Russian businessman Vladimir Emelin (whose hobby is writing poetry) approached Ken Hensley when they were both on the same flight to Moscow (Emelin, a big rock fan all his life, had a special appreciation for Hensley's work).
From translations of Vladimir’s Emelin’s Russian words into English, Ken Hensley fashioned choruses and verses until he had the basis for nine original new songs.
The Covid-19 pandemic initially restricted work on the project but modern technology meant, of course, that the album could be created and completed remotely.
As a taster, 'Lost (My Guardian)' has been released as a single, complete with Official Video.
You can buy the track here: https://open.spotify.com/track/3jMCfwlrxUa2UBGlpOQIFJ
Drawing on the strong faith of both Ken Hensley and Vladimir Emelin, 'Lost (My Guardian)' is a spiritual quest, as they search for a light in the darkness....
My Book Of Answers started with a chance encounter at Alicante airport in 2018 when Russian businessman Vladimir Emelin (whose hobby is writing poetry) approached Ken Hensley when they were both on the same flight to Moscow (Emelin, a big rock fan all his life, had a special appreciation for Hensley's work).
From translations of Vladimir’s Emelin’s Russian words into English, Ken Hensley fashioned choruses and verses until he had the basis for nine original new songs.
The Covid-19 pandemic initially restricted work on the project but modern technology meant, of course, that the album could be created and completed remotely.
As a taster, 'Lost (My Guardian)' has been released as a single, complete with Official Video.
You can buy the track here: https://open.spotify.com/track/3jMCfwlrxUa2UBGlpOQIFJ
Drawing on the strong faith of both Ken Hensley and Vladimir Emelin, 'Lost (My Guardian)' is a spiritual quest, as they search for a light in the darkness....
My Book of Answers sees the return of Ken Hensley to slide and lead guitars, as well as his classic, and trademark, Hammond playing and lead vocals.
Pre-order the album here: http://cherryred.co/KenHensley
Ken Hensley sadly passed away on the 4th of November 2020 after a short illness. He was 75.
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Pre-order the album here: http://cherryred.co/KenHensley
Ken Hensley sadly passed away on the 4th of November 2020 after a short illness. He was 75.
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Contemporary rock three-piece Firekind have released an intimate live performance recording of 'Have I Been Living' by the band's singer-guitarist Jas Morris.
The song is featured as a bonus track on the Deluxe Edition of What I Have Found is Already Lost, released earlier in the year.
Of the song, Jas Morris comments "You get caught up in the current of life without really thinking about what you are doing and whether or not you are living it in the best way you can.
It’s moments, like the first UK lockdown we had, where you can really step back and look at your life from a macro perspective and delve into your thoughts if you have been living, or just going through the motions."
The song is featured as a bonus track on the Deluxe Edition of What I Have Found is Already Lost, released earlier in the year.
Of the song, Jas Morris comments "You get caught up in the current of life without really thinking about what you are doing and whether or not you are living it in the best way you can.
It’s moments, like the first UK lockdown we had, where you can really step back and look at your life from a macro perspective and delve into your thoughts if you have been living, or just going through the motions."
Of the album Jas Morris, a previous Guitarist Magazine Guitarist of the Year winner, states "We really hope people find something in this album for themselves, as much as it does for us.
We’re really glad to add to it with the bonus tracks in the times we are all going through. You can either sit around or keep pushing, we choose to keep pushing."
Firekind features brothers Jas & Dan Morris (bass, keyboards) and Robin Shute (drums).
The bonus tracks on What I Have Found is Already Lost are acoustic tracks recorded and produced by Jas and Dan Morris in their home studio during Covid-19 lock down.
The tracks include an acoustic rendition of powerful album opener 'Adrenalin' (which was included in an edition of Classic Rock Magazine Track of The Week) and the uplifting 'Sound Of Rain.'
"On What I Have Found Is Already Lost Firekind have made a sonic impression, one that will hopefully lead to even greater things in the future - FabricationsHQ
"If you’re not familiar with Firekind, you should get familiar" - Feedback Radio
"One of the best-kept secrets in UK rock" - Rock N Load Magazine
What I Have Found is Already Lost Deluxe Edition CD/bundle & Digital: www.firekind.com/shop
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We’re really glad to add to it with the bonus tracks in the times we are all going through. You can either sit around or keep pushing, we choose to keep pushing."
Firekind features brothers Jas & Dan Morris (bass, keyboards) and Robin Shute (drums).
The bonus tracks on What I Have Found is Already Lost are acoustic tracks recorded and produced by Jas and Dan Morris in their home studio during Covid-19 lock down.
The tracks include an acoustic rendition of powerful album opener 'Adrenalin' (which was included in an edition of Classic Rock Magazine Track of The Week) and the uplifting 'Sound Of Rain.'
"On What I Have Found Is Already Lost Firekind have made a sonic impression, one that will hopefully lead to even greater things in the future - FabricationsHQ
"If you’re not familiar with Firekind, you should get familiar" - Feedback Radio
"One of the best-kept secrets in UK rock" - Rock N Load Magazine
What I Have Found is Already Lost Deluxe Edition CD/bundle & Digital: www.firekind.com/shop
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Melodic progressives Lifesigns, who have carved a solid little niche for themselves since their self-titled debut of 2013 and critically acclaimed second album, Cardington in 2017, will release their third studio album Altitude, in early 2021 (exact date tbc).
The band – John Young (vocals, keyboards), Dave Bainbridge (guitars), Jon Poole (bass), Zoltan Csörsz (drums) and Steve Rispin (production, sound guru) had hoped to have the album available by the end of 2020 but production was held up due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation and Lockdown protocols.
While the album has now been completed and mixed, mastering has been delayed, leading to the expectation of a late January/ early February release (subject to change).
However it is hoped that the download/ digital edition of Altitude will make a slightly earlier appearance (please note the download will only be available in advance of physical copies to those who have already pre-ordered, and to those ordering CDs or Vinyl).
Altitude, as the name suggests, sees the band lifting their musical horizons and goals higher than the airships that were the main theme of Cardington through melodically atmospheric and musically airy pieces that seem to float out the speakers.
However Altitude is still a progressively themed album (with some edgier angles), threaded with the band’s penchant for intelligently crafted pop. This time around there is also a jazzier element, primarily through the rhythms and percussion of latest member Zoltán Csörsz, who has accompanied the likes of Quincy Jones, Randy Brecker and Stu Hamm (his progressive CV includes The Flower Kings, Karmakanic and The Tangent).
The Hungarian born drummer’s jazz background allows the band to musically stretch, as John Young confirms: "Zoltan loves what we do and it shows on Altitude; his jazz background gives us a chance to explore the outer edges. All in all we feel Altitude is a forward move for the band."
Altitude also features a version of the beautiful slow-build ballad ‘Last One Home,’ originally written and performed by Qango, featuring John Young, John Wetton, Carl Palmer and Dave Kilminster.
you can pre-order Altitude, as well as purchase other Lifesigns/ John Young merchandise, here: www.lifesignsmusic.co.uk/lifesigns-merch
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The band – John Young (vocals, keyboards), Dave Bainbridge (guitars), Jon Poole (bass), Zoltan Csörsz (drums) and Steve Rispin (production, sound guru) had hoped to have the album available by the end of 2020 but production was held up due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation and Lockdown protocols.
While the album has now been completed and mixed, mastering has been delayed, leading to the expectation of a late January/ early February release (subject to change).
However it is hoped that the download/ digital edition of Altitude will make a slightly earlier appearance (please note the download will only be available in advance of physical copies to those who have already pre-ordered, and to those ordering CDs or Vinyl).
Altitude, as the name suggests, sees the band lifting their musical horizons and goals higher than the airships that were the main theme of Cardington through melodically atmospheric and musically airy pieces that seem to float out the speakers.
However Altitude is still a progressively themed album (with some edgier angles), threaded with the band’s penchant for intelligently crafted pop. This time around there is also a jazzier element, primarily through the rhythms and percussion of latest member Zoltán Csörsz, who has accompanied the likes of Quincy Jones, Randy Brecker and Stu Hamm (his progressive CV includes The Flower Kings, Karmakanic and The Tangent).
The Hungarian born drummer’s jazz background allows the band to musically stretch, as John Young confirms: "Zoltan loves what we do and it shows on Altitude; his jazz background gives us a chance to explore the outer edges. All in all we feel Altitude is a forward move for the band."
Altitude also features a version of the beautiful slow-build ballad ‘Last One Home,’ originally written and performed by Qango, featuring John Young, John Wetton, Carl Palmer and Dave Kilminster.
you can pre-order Altitude, as well as purchase other Lifesigns/ John Young merchandise, here: www.lifesignsmusic.co.uk/lifesigns-merch
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Due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation, Samantha Fish has rescheduled her March 2021 UK Tour.
She will now play three of her UK concerts in September 2021 (Newcastle, Edinburgh, and London), with a further five concerts in February 2022.
Additional dates in Cardiff and Brighton have also been added.
All tickets remain valid and are available via www.alttickets.com, www.gigantic.com, www.planetrocktickets.co.uk and www.samanthafish.com/tour
She will now play three of her UK concerts in September 2021 (Newcastle, Edinburgh, and London), with a further five concerts in February 2022.
Additional dates in Cardiff and Brighton have also been added.
All tickets remain valid and are available via www.alttickets.com, www.gigantic.com, www.planetrocktickets.co.uk and www.samanthafish.com/tour
In September of last year blues genre-bending singer-guitarist-songwriter Samantha Fish released her critically acclaimed album Kill Or Be Kind, featuring the two rock radio singles 'Bulletproof' and 'Watch Them Die.'
Kill Or Be Kind has also proven to be Samantha Fish’s breakthrough work.
The edgy, roots based album was recorded at the legendary Royal Studios in Memphis, produced by three time Grammy winner Scott Billington and mixed by two-time Grammy winner Steve Reynolds.
Boasting eleven originals, ranging from the electric cigar-box stomp of 'Bulletproof' to the sweet Memphis R&B of 'Trying Not To Fall in Love With You,' the album has established Samantha Fish as a potent force in roots, Americana and rock and roll.
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Kill Or Be Kind has also proven to be Samantha Fish’s breakthrough work.
The edgy, roots based album was recorded at the legendary Royal Studios in Memphis, produced by three time Grammy winner Scott Billington and mixed by two-time Grammy winner Steve Reynolds.
Boasting eleven originals, ranging from the electric cigar-box stomp of 'Bulletproof' to the sweet Memphis R&B of 'Trying Not To Fall in Love With You,' the album has established Samantha Fish as a potent force in roots, Americana and rock and roll.
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American blues guitar maestro Eric Gales has rescheduled his February 2022 UK Tour to March & April 2022.
The tour continues the promotion for most recent album The Bookends, released via Provogue/Mascot Label Group in 2019.
The album features collaborations with B. Slade, Doyle Bramhall II and Beth Hart.
Tickets for all dates are on sale via www.thegigcartel.com/Artists-profiles/Eric-Gales.htm
Previously bought tickets for all shows are still valid; customers unable to attend the rescheduled date should contact their original point of purchase for a refund.
Special guest on all shows is British blues rock singer-guitarist Danny Bryant.
Hailed as "A National blues Treasure," Bryant recently released his eleventh studio album Means of Escape via Jazzhaus Records to great acclaim.
The tour continues the promotion for most recent album The Bookends, released via Provogue/Mascot Label Group in 2019.
The album features collaborations with B. Slade, Doyle Bramhall II and Beth Hart.
Tickets for all dates are on sale via www.thegigcartel.com/Artists-profiles/Eric-Gales.htm
Previously bought tickets for all shows are still valid; customers unable to attend the rescheduled date should contact their original point of purchase for a refund.
Special guest on all shows is British blues rock singer-guitarist Danny Bryant.
Hailed as "A National blues Treasure," Bryant recently released his eleventh studio album Means of Escape via Jazzhaus Records to great acclaim.
Acclaim for Eric Gales:
"One of the best, if not the best, guitar player in the world." – Joe Bonamassa
"He is absolutely incredible." – Carlos Santana
"How Eric Gales isn’t the hugest name in rock guitar is a total mystery." – Dave Navarro
"This guy could be the best player on Earth." – Mark Tremonti
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"One of the best, if not the best, guitar player in the world." – Joe Bonamassa
"He is absolutely incredible." – Carlos Santana
"How Eric Gales isn’t the hugest name in rock guitar is a total mystery." – Dave Navarro
"This guy could be the best player on Earth." – Mark Tremonti
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Having catered for lovers of a wee dram with their blended Burnt Out Wreck whisky, the Burnt Out Wreck American Pale Ale for the beer drinkers and for those with a fruitier palate Burnt Out Wreck Cider, the classic guitar-rock band led by Gary Moat are about to complete a quartet of beverage options with the release of their own Beer Spirit from the award winning Lymestone Brewery.
Available to pre-order, BOW Beer Spirit is smooth and peppery with hits of caramel, vanilla and a long malty finish.
You can pre-order by heading to the Lymestone Brewery Shop page:
https://lymestonebrewery.net/products/burnt-out-wreck/burnt-out-wreck-berr-spirit
For Burnt Out Wreck, Gary Moat,
co-founder, drummer and a primary songwriter of the original Heavy Pettin, has traded the drum stool for the microphone and handed the drumming chair to beater Paul Gray.
Gary then headed to his Scottish homeland to recruit Alex Carmichael (from La Paz) on bass before heading back south of the border to recruit guitarist Miles Goodman, who confirmed he was "thrilled" to have bagged the job.
Burnt Out Wreck released their debut album Swallow in 2017; the band’s second album, This is Hell, was released in 2019.
You can purchase Swallow here: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/swallow/
This is Hell: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/burnt-out-wreck-this-is-hell-cd/
The Best of Heavy Pettin: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/heavy-pettin-best-of/
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Available to pre-order, BOW Beer Spirit is smooth and peppery with hits of caramel, vanilla and a long malty finish.
You can pre-order by heading to the Lymestone Brewery Shop page:
https://lymestonebrewery.net/products/burnt-out-wreck/burnt-out-wreck-berr-spirit
For Burnt Out Wreck, Gary Moat,
co-founder, drummer and a primary songwriter of the original Heavy Pettin, has traded the drum stool for the microphone and handed the drumming chair to beater Paul Gray.
Gary then headed to his Scottish homeland to recruit Alex Carmichael (from La Paz) on bass before heading back south of the border to recruit guitarist Miles Goodman, who confirmed he was "thrilled" to have bagged the job.
Burnt Out Wreck released their debut album Swallow in 2017; the band’s second album, This is Hell, was released in 2019.
You can purchase Swallow here: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/swallow/
This is Hell: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/burnt-out-wreck-this-is-hell-cd/
The Best of Heavy Pettin: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/heavy-pettin-best-of/
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Singer, songwriter and producer Jason Bieler has announced a January 22nd 2021 release for his new solo album, Songs For The Apocalypse, under the moniker Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra.
Pre-order link: https://orcd.co/jasonbieler
The album is as rock diverse as the array of Bieler’s musical friends that appear on it, including Todd LaTorre (Queensrÿche), Dave Ellefson (Megadeth), Devin Townsend, Pat Badger (Extreme), Butch Walker (ex-Marvelous 3), Ron Bumblefoot (Sons of Apollo), Clint Lowery (Sevendust), Benji Webbe (Skindred) and Kyle Sanders (Hellyeah).
A new single from the album, 'Bring Out Your Dead,' featuring Devin Townsend & David Ellefson, has just been released.
"As someone who tends to avoid guest appearances, I had to make an exception for Jason Bieler as a direct result of a show he played in Vancouver when I was 18 that I found super inspiring. It’s my honour to be involved with such a snuggly, talented dude." Devin Townsend.
"Jason Bieler is the modern-day Frank Zappa. This record shows incredible diversity, melodies for days and an incredibly sophisticated view of the world through his eccentric lyrics and music. I am thankful for the privilege of playing on this album." David Ellefson
Pre-order link: https://orcd.co/jasonbieler
The album is as rock diverse as the array of Bieler’s musical friends that appear on it, including Todd LaTorre (Queensrÿche), Dave Ellefson (Megadeth), Devin Townsend, Pat Badger (Extreme), Butch Walker (ex-Marvelous 3), Ron Bumblefoot (Sons of Apollo), Clint Lowery (Sevendust), Benji Webbe (Skindred) and Kyle Sanders (Hellyeah).
A new single from the album, 'Bring Out Your Dead,' featuring Devin Townsend & David Ellefson, has just been released.
"As someone who tends to avoid guest appearances, I had to make an exception for Jason Bieler as a direct result of a show he played in Vancouver when I was 18 that I found super inspiring. It’s my honour to be involved with such a snuggly, talented dude." Devin Townsend.
"Jason Bieler is the modern-day Frank Zappa. This record shows incredible diversity, melodies for days and an incredibly sophisticated view of the world through his eccentric lyrics and music. I am thankful for the privilege of playing on this album." David Ellefson
Jason Bieler was initially known for co-founding the Miami, Florida based hard rock act Saigon Kick, who achieved a platinum single with 'Love Is On The Way' from their gold-selling album The Lizard.
He also played in an early touring version of Talisman with Marcel Jacob and Jeff Scott Soto, as well as Super Transatlantic with Extreme bassist Pat Badger, who earned a gold record for their work on the soundtrack for the movie American Pie.
In recent years, Jason Bieler has been touring extensively as a solo artist with a show that features a wide array of musical styles, absurdist humour and numerous special guests.
Together with his brother, he also co-runs the Bieler Bros. record label, which has worked with artists such as Skindred, Will Haven, Nonpoint, Karnivool and Sikth
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He also played in an early touring version of Talisman with Marcel Jacob and Jeff Scott Soto, as well as Super Transatlantic with Extreme bassist Pat Badger, who earned a gold record for their work on the soundtrack for the movie American Pie.
In recent years, Jason Bieler has been touring extensively as a solo artist with a show that features a wide array of musical styles, absurdist humour and numerous special guests.
Together with his brother, he also co-runs the Bieler Bros. record label, which has worked with artists such as Skindred, Will Haven, Nonpoint, Karnivool and Sikth
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The Keith Emerson Estate and Cherry Red Records have announced the long-awaited release of The Official Keith Emerson Tribute Concert.
The concert will be released on CD/DVD Digipak on March 11th 2021 (the 5th anniversary of Keith Emerson’s passing).
There will also be a Blu-ray Hi-Def downloadable version, playable on any device, accompanied by a bonus audio version of the concert.
You can pre-order the CD/DVD here: https://fanfarefortheuncommonman.com
This official 4-disc set brings you the 2016 tribute show in Los Angeles in its entirety, featuring an impressive line-up of musical luminaries performing music from Emerson, Lake & Palmer, The Nice, Emerson, Lake & Powell, The Keith Emerson Band and Keith Emerson’s Three Fates Project.
The two and a half hour concert film features performances by over two dozen prominent artists in rock, jazz and classical music as well as artist interviews, behind- the-scenes footage, tribute speeches and a gallery of personal, never-before-seen photos from the Emerson Estate.
The concert will be released on CD/DVD Digipak on March 11th 2021 (the 5th anniversary of Keith Emerson’s passing).
There will also be a Blu-ray Hi-Def downloadable version, playable on any device, accompanied by a bonus audio version of the concert.
You can pre-order the CD/DVD here: https://fanfarefortheuncommonman.com
This official 4-disc set brings you the 2016 tribute show in Los Angeles in its entirety, featuring an impressive line-up of musical luminaries performing music from Emerson, Lake & Palmer, The Nice, Emerson, Lake & Powell, The Keith Emerson Band and Keith Emerson’s Three Fates Project.
The two and a half hour concert film features performances by over two dozen prominent artists in rock, jazz and classical music as well as artist interviews, behind- the-scenes footage, tribute speeches and a gallery of personal, never-before-seen photos from the Emerson Estate.
The talented array of performers contributing to the concert include Brian Auger, Eddie Jobson, Jordan Rudess, Steve Lukather, Steve Porcaro, Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, Vinnie Colaiuta, Marc Bonilla, Gregg Bissonnette, CJ Vanston, Troy Luccketta, Rachel Flowers, Terje Mikkelsen, Philippe Saisse, Joe Travers, Travis Davis, Ed Roth, Jonathan Sindelman, Mike Wallace, Mick Mahan, Karma Auger, Rick Livingstone, Kae Matsumoto, Aaron Emerson, Dan Lutz and Michael Fitzpatrick.
"It was a great honour to be asked to play in tribute to not only a friend but a musical giant and hero to us all. RIP Keith. You are so missed."
- Steve Lukather
All proceeds go to The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation charity, which was close to Keith Emerson’s heart.
Artists, crew and all involved donated their skills and time gratis for this worthy cause, which afflicts thousands of musicians annually.
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"It was a great honour to be asked to play in tribute to not only a friend but a musical giant and hero to us all. RIP Keith. You are so missed."
- Steve Lukather
All proceeds go to The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation charity, which was close to Keith Emerson’s heart.
Artists, crew and all involved donated their skills and time gratis for this worthy cause, which afflicts thousands of musicians annually.
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Rainbreakers, the four-piece rock band based in Shropshire, are poised to release a new single entitled 'Ashes' in anticipation of the band’s forthcoming, second studio album, to be released in 2021.
The band - Ben Edwards (vocals), Charlie Richards (guitar), Ash Milburn (bass), Sam Edwards (drums) - are keeping this initial roll-out very special and very exclusive.
The new single will only be available as Limited Edition 7” Vinyl with just 500 copies being printed; an exclusive signed photo will be included with the hand-numbered and signed vinyl.
Available for Pre-order, this new release gives Rainbreakers fans the opportunity to have the single spinning it on their decks before wider release via digital platforms and social media outlets on the 26th of February and Official Music Video, coming soon.
Defying any pigeonholing, Rainbreakers make carefully-crafted British rock that is influenced by the great rock bands of the late 60s and early 70s (Led Zeppelin, Free) infused with a modern sense of soul and blues.
The 'Ashes' single can be pre-ordered here: https://www.therainbreakers.com/ashes
Shipping is scheduled for the end of January 2021
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The band - Ben Edwards (vocals), Charlie Richards (guitar), Ash Milburn (bass), Sam Edwards (drums) - are keeping this initial roll-out very special and very exclusive.
The new single will only be available as Limited Edition 7” Vinyl with just 500 copies being printed; an exclusive signed photo will be included with the hand-numbered and signed vinyl.
Available for Pre-order, this new release gives Rainbreakers fans the opportunity to have the single spinning it on their decks before wider release via digital platforms and social media outlets on the 26th of February and Official Music Video, coming soon.
Defying any pigeonholing, Rainbreakers make carefully-crafted British rock that is influenced by the great rock bands of the late 60s and early 70s (Led Zeppelin, Free) infused with a modern sense of soul and blues.
The 'Ashes' single can be pre-ordered here: https://www.therainbreakers.com/ashes
Shipping is scheduled for the end of January 2021
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Melodic rock supergroup W.E.T. have announced the upcoming release of their fourth album, Retransmission.
The album, which will be released on 22nd January 2021 (CD, LP, limited edition colour vinyl, digital), has been preceded by two singles, the latest of which is 'Got To Be About Love.'
The album, which will be released on 22nd January 2021 (CD, LP, limited edition colour vinyl, digital), has been preceded by two singles, the latest of which is 'Got To Be About Love.'
Core members Jeff Scott Soto, Erik Mårtensson and Robert Säll have delivered another album that epitomises what melodic rock is all about in the new decade.
The key element of W.E.T. has always been to create a modern, melodic hard rock sound to drive the genre into the future with the addition of powerhouse rhythms and a top-notch production (courtesy of Mårtensson).
The end result is a sound, and songs, that are both classic and contemporary.
After their genre-defining 2009 self-titled debut, Robert Säll (the W from Work of Art), Erik Mårtensson (the E from Eclipse) and Jeff Scott Soto (the T from Talisman) followed the debut up with the even stronger Rise Up in 2013. The band’s third album, Earthrage, further cemented their growing legacy.
W.E.T.
Jeff Scott Soto - lead vocals; Erik Mårtensson - rhythm guitar, additional lead guitar, keyboards, backing vocals; Robert Säll - keyboards, guitar; Magnus Henriksson - lead guitar
Andreas Passmark - bass guitar; Robban Bäck – drums
Retransmission pre-order link: https://orcd.co/retransmission
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The key element of W.E.T. has always been to create a modern, melodic hard rock sound to drive the genre into the future with the addition of powerhouse rhythms and a top-notch production (courtesy of Mårtensson).
The end result is a sound, and songs, that are both classic and contemporary.
After their genre-defining 2009 self-titled debut, Robert Säll (the W from Work of Art), Erik Mårtensson (the E from Eclipse) and Jeff Scott Soto (the T from Talisman) followed the debut up with the even stronger Rise Up in 2013. The band’s third album, Earthrage, further cemented their growing legacy.
W.E.T.
Jeff Scott Soto - lead vocals; Erik Mårtensson - rhythm guitar, additional lead guitar, keyboards, backing vocals; Robert Säll - keyboards, guitar; Magnus Henriksson - lead guitar
Andreas Passmark - bass guitar; Robban Bäck – drums
Retransmission pre-order link: https://orcd.co/retransmission
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I’ve made mention many a time, in my guise of FabricationsHQ review and music support, of just what a wealth of musical talent my home county of Ayrshire has, from Indie and Emo rock to singer-songwriter and pop, whether that be up & coming talent or full-blown success stories (the latter emphasised in fine amps to 11 style by Biffy Clyro).
In terms of that up & coming/ younger, nurtured Ayrshire talent the latest to make a vocal mark is Sian Clark, a 16 year old singer-songwriter who has teamed up with Scott Nicol of Possibility Screams (a showcase for young talent) to put her voice to the lyrical positivity of Nicol’s 'Beautiful Inside And Out.'
In terms of that up & coming/ younger, nurtured Ayrshire talent the latest to make a vocal mark is Sian Clark, a 16 year old singer-songwriter who has teamed up with Scott Nicol of Possibility Screams (a showcase for young talent) to put her voice to the lyrical positivity of Nicol’s 'Beautiful Inside And Out.'
The song, inspired a true story that led to the Beautiful Inside And Out charity being formed, also features Gillian Foster (backing vocals), Scott Nicol (guitar), Sam Gallagher (all other instrumentation, audio engineering) and 12 year old Sophie Henderson, who makes a vocal appearance at the end of the song (she also created the drawing that became the artwork for the single).
Sian Clark, who hopes to have her own music available in the future, is delighted to be 'taking lead' on 'Beautiful Inside And Out' in support of the Charity.
The song is available now on Spotify, Amazon UK, etc.
Beautiful Inside And Out is a Scottish registered charity promoting feelings of self-worth and support for bereaved parents and siblings of suicide victims https://www.facebook.com/beautifulinsideandoutscio
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Sian Clark, who hopes to have her own music available in the future, is delighted to be 'taking lead' on 'Beautiful Inside And Out' in support of the Charity.
The song is available now on Spotify, Amazon UK, etc.
Beautiful Inside And Out is a Scottish registered charity promoting feelings of self-worth and support for bereaved parents and siblings of suicide victims https://www.facebook.com/beautifulinsideandoutscio
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Legendary band the Strawbs will release a new album on Esoteric Antenna on 26th February 2021.
Settlement, which follows more than 50 years on from the band’s first major label release, comes at a time of political and social upheaval, which the lyrics and melodies of the songs reflect.
Undeterred by the fact that "business as usual" was not possible because of the global pandemic – working remote from one another, from their own home studios – Settlement is a remarkable achievement.
David Cousins, leader of the Strawbs says:
"Settlement is something extraordinary. I can’t think of another band who can go from metal grunge to the lilt of an Irish ghost story – or from a song in 6/8 time to singing in 4/4 over a 5/4 backbeat – in half an hour!
The lyrics reflect the times we have been living through and I’m immensely proud of what we’ve achieved."
The Strawbs are David Cousins, Dave Lambert, Chas Cronk, Tony Fernandez and Dave Bainbridge.
Special guests on the album are former Strawbs member John Ford, singer Cathryn Craig and bassist Schalk Joubert, with whom David Cousins performed in South Africa at the beginning of the year.
“There comes a time when every Settlement is due!”
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Settlement, which follows more than 50 years on from the band’s first major label release, comes at a time of political and social upheaval, which the lyrics and melodies of the songs reflect.
Undeterred by the fact that "business as usual" was not possible because of the global pandemic – working remote from one another, from their own home studios – Settlement is a remarkable achievement.
David Cousins, leader of the Strawbs says:
"Settlement is something extraordinary. I can’t think of another band who can go from metal grunge to the lilt of an Irish ghost story – or from a song in 6/8 time to singing in 4/4 over a 5/4 backbeat – in half an hour!
The lyrics reflect the times we have been living through and I’m immensely proud of what we’ve achieved."
The Strawbs are David Cousins, Dave Lambert, Chas Cronk, Tony Fernandez and Dave Bainbridge.
Special guests on the album are former Strawbs member John Ford, singer Cathryn Craig and bassist Schalk Joubert, with whom David Cousins performed in South Africa at the beginning of the year.
“There comes a time when every Settlement is due!”
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Following the release of, and rave reviews for, their brand new studio album The Symbol Remains, Blue Öyster Cult continue their live archival releases from the BÖC vaults with two more albums:
Live at Rock Of Ages Festival 2016 and a reissue of 2002’s A Long Day's Night’.
Both are available now via Frontiers Records on CD+DVD, Blu-Ray, LP and digital formats.
BÖC performed an inspired set on the second day of the Rock of Ages Festival 2016 in Seebronn, Germany. One of the band’s few appearances on German soil in recent years, they delivered a memorable set that included 'This Ain't The Summer Of Love,' 'Burnin’ For You,' 'Golden Age Of Leather,' 'Then Came The Last Days Of May,' 'Godzilla,' '(Don’t Fear) The Reaper' and 'Harvest Moon'...
Live at Rock Of Ages Festival 2016 and a reissue of 2002’s A Long Day's Night’.
Both are available now via Frontiers Records on CD+DVD, Blu-Ray, LP and digital formats.
BÖC performed an inspired set on the second day of the Rock of Ages Festival 2016 in Seebronn, Germany. One of the band’s few appearances on German soil in recent years, they delivered a memorable set that included 'This Ain't The Summer Of Love,' 'Burnin’ For You,' 'Golden Age Of Leather,' 'Then Came The Last Days Of May,' 'Godzilla,' '(Don’t Fear) The Reaper' and 'Harvest Moon'...
An out of print live release, A Long Day's Night was recorded on 21st June 2002 at the Navy Pier/Skyline Stage in Chicago. Taking place on the summer solstice (hence its title), it celebrated three decades of music from the band to that point.
Aside from over two hours of concert footage, the reissue includes rare interview footage, behind the scenes coverage, fan interviews, biographical and discography information.
The audio on all formats has been completely restored and remastered to achieve a new, higher level listening experience.
LIVE AT ROCK OF AGES FESTIVAL 2016
CD: This Ain't The Summer Of Love; Golden Age Of Leather; Burnin' For You; Od'd On Life Itself; Harvest Moon; Me 262; Buck's Boogie; Lips In The Hills; Then Came The Last Days Of May; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper
DVD & Blu-ray: Golden Age Of Leather; Burnin' For You; Od'd On Life Itself; Harvest Moon; Me 262; Buck's Boogie; Lips In The Hills; Then Came The Last Days Of May; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper
Blu-ray bonus audio: This Ain’t The Summer Of Love (Stereo and Surround Mixes)
LINE-UP: Eric Bloom - vocals, guitar, keyboards;
Donald ‘Buck Dharma’ Roeser - guitar, vocals; Richie Castellano - keyboards, guitar, vocals; Jules Radino - drums, percussion; Kasim Sulton - bass, vocals
Aside from over two hours of concert footage, the reissue includes rare interview footage, behind the scenes coverage, fan interviews, biographical and discography information.
The audio on all formats has been completely restored and remastered to achieve a new, higher level listening experience.
LIVE AT ROCK OF AGES FESTIVAL 2016
CD: This Ain't The Summer Of Love; Golden Age Of Leather; Burnin' For You; Od'd On Life Itself; Harvest Moon; Me 262; Buck's Boogie; Lips In The Hills; Then Came The Last Days Of May; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper
DVD & Blu-ray: Golden Age Of Leather; Burnin' For You; Od'd On Life Itself; Harvest Moon; Me 262; Buck's Boogie; Lips In The Hills; Then Came The Last Days Of May; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper
Blu-ray bonus audio: This Ain’t The Summer Of Love (Stereo and Surround Mixes)
LINE-UP: Eric Bloom - vocals, guitar, keyboards;
Donald ‘Buck Dharma’ Roeser - guitar, vocals; Richie Castellano - keyboards, guitar, vocals; Jules Radino - drums, percussion; Kasim Sulton - bass, vocals
A LONG DAY'S NIGHT
CD: Stairway To The Stars; Burnin’ For You; O.D.'d On Life Itself; Dance On Stilts; Buck's Boogie; Mistress Of The Salmon Salt (Quicklime Girl); Harvest Moon; Astronomy; Cities On Flame With Rock ‘N’ Roll; Perfect Water; Lips In The Hills; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper
DVD & Blu-ray: Stairway To The Stars; Burnin’ For You; O.D.'d On Life Itself; E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence); Dance On Stilts; Harvester Of Eyes; Buck's Boogie; Mistress Of The Salmon Salt (Quicklime Girl); Flaming Telepaths; Harvest Moon; Then Came The Last Days Of May; Cities On Flame With Rock ’N’ Roll; ME 262; Perfect Water; Lips In The Hills; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper; Dominance And Submission; The Red And The Black
Blu-ray bonus video: Joan Crawford (previously unreleased performance); Astronomy (previously unreleased performance)
LINE-UP: Eric Bloom - vocals, guitar, keyboards; Donald ‘Buck Dharma’ Roeser - guitar, vocals; Allen Lanier - keyboards, guitar; Bobby Rondinelli - drums, percussion; Danny Miranda - bass, vocals
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CD: Stairway To The Stars; Burnin’ For You; O.D.'d On Life Itself; Dance On Stilts; Buck's Boogie; Mistress Of The Salmon Salt (Quicklime Girl); Harvest Moon; Astronomy; Cities On Flame With Rock ‘N’ Roll; Perfect Water; Lips In The Hills; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper
DVD & Blu-ray: Stairway To The Stars; Burnin’ For You; O.D.'d On Life Itself; E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence); Dance On Stilts; Harvester Of Eyes; Buck's Boogie; Mistress Of The Salmon Salt (Quicklime Girl); Flaming Telepaths; Harvest Moon; Then Came The Last Days Of May; Cities On Flame With Rock ’N’ Roll; ME 262; Perfect Water; Lips In The Hills; Godzilla; (Don't Fear) The Reaper; Dominance And Submission; The Red And The Black
Blu-ray bonus video: Joan Crawford (previously unreleased performance); Astronomy (previously unreleased performance)
LINE-UP: Eric Bloom - vocals, guitar, keyboards; Donald ‘Buck Dharma’ Roeser - guitar, vocals; Allen Lanier - keyboards, guitar; Bobby Rondinelli - drums, percussion; Danny Miranda - bass, vocals
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Powerful blues songstress Beth Hart and her band will play five dates in the UK in October & November 2021.
The shows include a rare solo performance at the London Palladium.
Planet Rock will run a 48-hour ticket pre-sale from December 9th-10th via www.planetrocktickets.co.uk
Tickets go on general sale from 9am on Friday December 11th from www.alttickets.com/beth-hart-tickets
The five-date mini-tour, which starts at the Cambridge Corn Exchange on Friday 29th October 2021, includes dates in York and Bath as well as two nights at the London Palladium.
"Beth Hart has a blues-rock voice so ballsy, it could pin you to the wall."
- The Times
"Beth Hart has the vulnerability of Piaf and the power of Aretha, she can shatter windows and she can touch hearts." - Birmingham Mail
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The shows include a rare solo performance at the London Palladium.
Planet Rock will run a 48-hour ticket pre-sale from December 9th-10th via www.planetrocktickets.co.uk
Tickets go on general sale from 9am on Friday December 11th from www.alttickets.com/beth-hart-tickets
The five-date mini-tour, which starts at the Cambridge Corn Exchange on Friday 29th October 2021, includes dates in York and Bath as well as two nights at the London Palladium.
"Beth Hart has a blues-rock voice so ballsy, it could pin you to the wall."
- The Times
"Beth Hart has the vulnerability of Piaf and the power of Aretha, she can shatter windows and she can touch hearts." - Birmingham Mail
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Swedish rock vocalist / guitarist and versatile front man Steffan Berggren (Snakes in Paradise, M3-Classic Whitesnake, The Company of Snakes, Manfred Mann, Bernie Marsden, the Don Airey Band, stand-in appearances with Uriah Heep) has just released a new single entitled 'Wild Flowers.'
The new song acts as a blues-grooving rock taster to his forthcoming solo album Last Band On Earth, scheduled for release via Grandjam Records on 26th February.
The new song acts as a blues-grooving rock taster to his forthcoming solo album Last Band On Earth, scheduled for release via Grandjam Records on 26th February.
Last Band On Earth is the follow up to Stefan Berggren’s debut solo album Stranger in a Strangeland (2016).
Prior to his solo work Berggren was one half of the Berggren Kerslake Band with legendary Uriah Heep & Ozzy Osbourne drummer Lee Kerslake, who sadly passed away in September of this year.
The BKB released an EP and the excellent The Sun Has Gone Hazy album in 2014.
Of 'Wild Flowers' Stefan Berggren says: "It marks a new chapter in my life; I am just very happy to be here and still able to feel passionate about writing new music!
My dear friend "The Don" Airey from Deep Purple provided the incredible keys and Hammond organ solo on the single, which also features my compadre for thirty years Tomas Pomma Thorberg on bass and my new buddy, Johannes Nordell, on drums.
The song itself is about feeling outside society; trying to find your place in life. Right now in these Corona times, as a musician, you are waiting for something to happen; it’s frustrating you are not allowed to work. The only thing you can do is write new music!"
Stefan Berggren hopes to be back out on the road with a hand-picked band promoting Last Band On Earth in the spring of 2021, Covid-19 situation dependant.
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Prior to his solo work Berggren was one half of the Berggren Kerslake Band with legendary Uriah Heep & Ozzy Osbourne drummer Lee Kerslake, who sadly passed away in September of this year.
The BKB released an EP and the excellent The Sun Has Gone Hazy album in 2014.
Of 'Wild Flowers' Stefan Berggren says: "It marks a new chapter in my life; I am just very happy to be here and still able to feel passionate about writing new music!
My dear friend "The Don" Airey from Deep Purple provided the incredible keys and Hammond organ solo on the single, which also features my compadre for thirty years Tomas Pomma Thorberg on bass and my new buddy, Johannes Nordell, on drums.
The song itself is about feeling outside society; trying to find your place in life. Right now in these Corona times, as a musician, you are waiting for something to happen; it’s frustrating you are not allowed to work. The only thing you can do is write new music!"
Stefan Berggren hopes to be back out on the road with a hand-picked band promoting Last Band On Earth in the spring of 2021, Covid-19 situation dependant.
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Photo by Lynn Goldsmith
Legendary recording artist, producer and tech pioneer Todd Rundgren has announced his 2021 Clearly Human Virtual Tour, featuring 25 performances, each geo-fenced and tailored to a different US city.
With each performance emanating from a Chicago venue (the most convenient time zone to allow for 8pm showtimes in every market), the shows will be 'localised' to give both the band and the fans a sense of place (local landmarks will appear on the video wall, catering for the band and crew will feature dishes associated with each city, etc).
Single-ticket purchases within the US will be limited to fans with zip codes corresponding to that show’s greater metropolitan area.
US-based fans not living in a designated tour market can also "attend" any or all dates via multi-show ticket bundles, which, like internationally-based fans purchasing single-show tickets, will exempt them from geofencing restrictions.
In Chicago, there will be a licensed COVID compliance officer on staff at all times, with both the band and crew testing regularly throughout the duration of the virtual tour.
The virtual box office is now open: https://nocapshows.com/artist?name=toddrundgren
The Clearly Human Tour will kick off February 14 "in" Buffalo and wrap up March 22 "in" Seattle.
Single tickets are priced at $35, with an array of premium add-ons and multi-date bundles available.
Each show will feature Todd Rundgren and a 10-piece band performing standouts from his fifty-year-plus catalogue as well as his entire 1989 classic album Nearly Human (which Warner Music Group will be re-releasing on CD and coloured vinyl).
Subject to Chicago’s COVID policy regarding public gatherings in force at the time, there will be a handful of tickets available to attend in person and sit safely distanced amongst the virtual audience, with each attendee required to show proof of a negative Covid test within 72 hours of the event.
With each performance emanating from a Chicago venue (the most convenient time zone to allow for 8pm showtimes in every market), the shows will be 'localised' to give both the band and the fans a sense of place (local landmarks will appear on the video wall, catering for the band and crew will feature dishes associated with each city, etc).
Single-ticket purchases within the US will be limited to fans with zip codes corresponding to that show’s greater metropolitan area.
US-based fans not living in a designated tour market can also "attend" any or all dates via multi-show ticket bundles, which, like internationally-based fans purchasing single-show tickets, will exempt them from geofencing restrictions.
In Chicago, there will be a licensed COVID compliance officer on staff at all times, with both the band and crew testing regularly throughout the duration of the virtual tour.
The virtual box office is now open: https://nocapshows.com/artist?name=toddrundgren
The Clearly Human Tour will kick off February 14 "in" Buffalo and wrap up March 22 "in" Seattle.
Single tickets are priced at $35, with an array of premium add-ons and multi-date bundles available.
Each show will feature Todd Rundgren and a 10-piece band performing standouts from his fifty-year-plus catalogue as well as his entire 1989 classic album Nearly Human (which Warner Music Group will be re-releasing on CD and coloured vinyl).
Subject to Chicago’s COVID policy regarding public gatherings in force at the time, there will be a handful of tickets available to attend in person and sit safely distanced amongst the virtual audience, with each attendee required to show proof of a negative Covid test within 72 hours of the event.
Clearly Human Virtual Locations:
February 14th: Buffalo, NY
February 16th: Albany, NY
February 17th: New York City, NY
February 19th: Virginia Beach, VA
February 20th: Pittsburgh, PA
February 22nd: Cleveland, OH
February 23rd: Detroit, MI
February 25th: Indianapolis IN
February 26th: Chicago, IL
February 28th: Madison/Milwaukee, WI
March 1st: Minneapolis, MN
March 3rd: Kansas City, MO
March 4th: St. Louis, MO
March 6th: Nashville, TN
March 7th: Dallas, TX
March 9th: Houston, TX
March 10th: Austin, TX
March 12th: Denver, CO
March 13th: Salt Lake City, UT
March 15th: Phoenix AZ
March 16th: San Diego, CA
March 18th: Los Angeles, CA
March 19th: San Francisco, CA
March 21st: Portland
March 22nd: Seattle WA
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February 14th: Buffalo, NY
February 16th: Albany, NY
February 17th: New York City, NY
February 19th: Virginia Beach, VA
February 20th: Pittsburgh, PA
February 22nd: Cleveland, OH
February 23rd: Detroit, MI
February 25th: Indianapolis IN
February 26th: Chicago, IL
February 28th: Madison/Milwaukee, WI
March 1st: Minneapolis, MN
March 3rd: Kansas City, MO
March 4th: St. Louis, MO
March 6th: Nashville, TN
March 7th: Dallas, TX
March 9th: Houston, TX
March 10th: Austin, TX
March 12th: Denver, CO
March 13th: Salt Lake City, UT
March 15th: Phoenix AZ
March 16th: San Diego, CA
March 18th: Los Angeles, CA
March 19th: San Francisco, CA
March 21st: Portland
March 22nd: Seattle WA
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London based rock quartet Vambo have released a new single, 'We’re Not The Same.'
The song is lifted from their self-titled debut album, which was re-released as Vambo Deluxe (with five bonus tracks) in November on Goliath Records, via Universal Music.
The song is lifted from their self-titled debut album, which was re-released as Vambo Deluxe (with five bonus tracks) in November on Goliath Records, via Universal Music.
You can check out FabricationsHQ’s review of Vambo Deluxe on the 2020 Album Reviews page:
http://www.fabricationshq.com/2020-reviews.html
"This is a promising debut from a promising band that wear their influences on their collective sleeve while looking to expand the genre…. there is absolutely no question that Vambo could yet rool, OK?"
- FabricationsHQ
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http://www.fabricationshq.com/2020-reviews.html
"This is a promising debut from a promising band that wear their influences on their collective sleeve while looking to expand the genre…. there is absolutely no question that Vambo could yet rool, OK?"
- FabricationsHQ
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Due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, the Dan Reed Network have rescheduled their nine-date
co-headline UK tour with Reckless Love to March 2022.
All dates will also feature special guests Mason Hill.
All tickets remain valid and are on sale via www.gigantic.com and www.danreed-network.com
The highly anticipated tour will feature new songs from the band’s currently in the works studio album Let’s Hear It For The King.
"DRN is truly excited about our next album. We went back to our roots of bending, breaking and experimenting with the rock music genre.
We believe this record to be our heaviest, funkiest and most melodic DRN album to date while keeping with our tradition of trying to deliver a strong message of unity through welcoming our differences instead of fearing them. We cannot wait to get out on tour in early 2022 to test these songs!"
- Dan Reed
You can find information about Dan Reed's new solo album Liftoff, which will be released on Friday 4th December, in the News Item below.
co-headline UK tour with Reckless Love to March 2022.
All dates will also feature special guests Mason Hill.
All tickets remain valid and are on sale via www.gigantic.com and www.danreed-network.com
The highly anticipated tour will feature new songs from the band’s currently in the works studio album Let’s Hear It For The King.
"DRN is truly excited about our next album. We went back to our roots of bending, breaking and experimenting with the rock music genre.
We believe this record to be our heaviest, funkiest and most melodic DRN album to date while keeping with our tradition of trying to deliver a strong message of unity through welcoming our differences instead of fearing them. We cannot wait to get out on tour in early 2022 to test these songs!"
- Dan Reed
You can find information about Dan Reed's new solo album Liftoff, which will be released on Friday 4th December, in the News Item below.
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Frontiers Music Srl have just announced latest signin g and Kreek, the new band fronted by ex-Bigfoot frontman Antony Ellis.
This new rock and roll band from Ellis sees him keeping his foot firmly planted in the fertile UK hard rock scene from which he emerged, as the Official Music Video for 'Million Dollar Man' testifies to...
This new rock and roll band from Ellis sees him keeping his foot firmly planted in the fertile UK hard rock scene from which he emerged, as the Official Music Video for 'Million Dollar Man' testifies to...
Kreek formed in the summer of 2019 after Antony Ellis had parted ways with Bigfoot (who would eventually disband).
Impressed with his vocal ability from their time working with that group, the Frontiers label reached out to the singer about continuing to work together. Ellis, who had already been thinking about putting a new band together, recruited Nick Clarke (guitar), Lee Andrews (bass) and Seb Sweet (drums), followed later by Dan Collict (guitar). Thus Kreek was born.
"Nick and I first began jamming nearly 18 months ago and in reality we are the roots of Kreek," says Antony Ellis. "Lee and Seb also joined the band fairly quickly after. The last find was Dan. I had contemplated just keeping it as a four piece, but as time went on my gut told me that I needed the second guitar player to make the songs come alive. When Dan plugged away at the songs and sent me clips of his progress, I could see that he was gonna fit in just fine. We got in the room together to jam and it rocked!"
Kreek's self-titled debut album is due for release on February 12, 2021.
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Impressed with his vocal ability from their time working with that group, the Frontiers label reached out to the singer about continuing to work together. Ellis, who had already been thinking about putting a new band together, recruited Nick Clarke (guitar), Lee Andrews (bass) and Seb Sweet (drums), followed later by Dan Collict (guitar). Thus Kreek was born.
"Nick and I first began jamming nearly 18 months ago and in reality we are the roots of Kreek," says Antony Ellis. "Lee and Seb also joined the band fairly quickly after. The last find was Dan. I had contemplated just keeping it as a four piece, but as time went on my gut told me that I needed the second guitar player to make the songs come alive. When Dan plugged away at the songs and sent me clips of his progress, I could see that he was gonna fit in just fine. We got in the room together to jam and it rocked!"
Kreek's self-titled debut album is due for release on February 12, 2021.
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On the back of ear-catching, hook-chorus debut single 'Alone Together' new rock collective Minefield have released a second single entitled 'Home,' with accompanying lyric video.
'Home' also features the same all-star line-up as the debut single with mixing and mastering again handled by Anthony Focx.
You can stream / buy 'Home' here: https://smarturl.it/Minefield-Home
'Home' also features the same all-star line-up as the debut single with mixing and mastering again handled by Anthony Focx.
You can stream / buy 'Home' here: https://smarturl.it/Minefield-Home
US hard rock band Minefield was founded earlier this year by Brandon Fields, lead guitarist with Detroit based Whiskey A Go Go (guitarist/ vocalist Fields has also spent the last several years touring as a solo artist).
More a musical collective than a band or a solo project, 'Alone Together' and 'Home' find guitarist/ vocalist Brandon Fields in the company of vocalist/ bassist Todd Kerns (Slash ft. Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators), guitarist/ vocalist Jeremy Asbrock (Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley) and drummer Matt Starr (Mr. Big, Ace Frehley).
The group recently signed to Golden Robot Records.
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More a musical collective than a band or a solo project, 'Alone Together' and 'Home' find guitarist/ vocalist Brandon Fields in the company of vocalist/ bassist Todd Kerns (Slash ft. Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators), guitarist/ vocalist Jeremy Asbrock (Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley) and drummer Matt Starr (Mr. Big, Ace Frehley).
The group recently signed to Golden Robot Records.
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Toto alumni Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams will release individual solo albums on the same day, February 26, 2021, via The Players Club/ Mascot Label Group.
Both artists have also made significant contributions to each other’s album.
Earlier in the year 'Run To Me' was made available as a taster for renowned Toto guitarist Steve Lukather’s solo album, I Found The Sun Again.
Now Toto front man Joseph Williams has revealed 'Never Saw You Coming,' from his own forthcoming solo album, Denizen Tenant.
"This is a happy summer single for less than happy times. It just seemed like this was the right time to release the song. The video co-stars Joseph Williams and Ringo Starr, while the song was written by myself, Joseph Williams and David Paich. A little out of character for myself, but fun. Inspired by my youth…."
- Steve Lukather
Both artists have also made significant contributions to each other’s album.
Earlier in the year 'Run To Me' was made available as a taster for renowned Toto guitarist Steve Lukather’s solo album, I Found The Sun Again.
Now Toto front man Joseph Williams has revealed 'Never Saw You Coming,' from his own forthcoming solo album, Denizen Tenant.
"This is a happy summer single for less than happy times. It just seemed like this was the right time to release the song. The video co-stars Joseph Williams and Ringo Starr, while the song was written by myself, Joseph Williams and David Paich. A little out of character for myself, but fun. Inspired by my youth…."
- Steve Lukather
"Never Saw You Coming" is my first opportunity in ages to show my true sound. Although my album is an eclectic collection of songs, this one tells you what you need to know to get a real sense of the whole.
You can see where I’m going vocally for sure. It all starts with Never Saw You Coming, plus I thought it was time we had a cool, sexy song about death! Enjoy…"
- Joseph Williams
You can see where I’m going vocally for sure. It all starts with Never Saw You Coming, plus I thought it was time we had a cool, sexy song about death! Enjoy…"
- Joseph Williams
You can pre-order the albums, available in CD, Digital and 2LP Blue Vinyl (Steve Lukather) & 2LP Orange Vinyl (Joseph Williams) here: https://smarturl.it/Steve-Lukather https://smarturl.it/JosephWilliams
Additionally, an exclusive 4LP box set of both albums is available via the MLG store.
The box set includes:
I Found The Sun and Denizen Tenant on Marble vinyl (marble vinyl is exclusive to the box set); 2 autographed cover cards; Insert with album comments (30x30 cm); 2 Postcards, 2 Stickers and 1 A2 sized, folded poster.
The box sets are numbered and limited to a maximum of 1000 copies and purchase from the MLG store includes a complimentary MP3 download
Available separately: Exclusive T-shirt (sizes M-XXL)
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Additionally, an exclusive 4LP box set of both albums is available via the MLG store.
The box set includes:
I Found The Sun and Denizen Tenant on Marble vinyl (marble vinyl is exclusive to the box set); 2 autographed cover cards; Insert with album comments (30x30 cm); 2 Postcards, 2 Stickers and 1 A2 sized, folded poster.
The box sets are numbered and limited to a maximum of 1000 copies and purchase from the MLG store includes a complimentary MP3 download
Available separately: Exclusive T-shirt (sizes M-XXL)
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Dyble Longdon, the collaboration between iconic vocalist the late Judy Dyble (ex Fairport Convention, Trader Horne) and Big Big Train multi-instrumentalist & frontman David Longdon, are releasing two unreleased songs digitally as free downloads via Bandcamp and streaming services.
Both make for perfect companion pieces to their critically acclaimed album Between A Breath And A Breath, released in October (you can read FabricationsHQ's Feature Review by clicking here).
The first song, 'Crossbones,' is available now at https://dyblelongdon.bandcamp.com/track/crossbones
The second track, 'The Daguerreotype,' will be available from 11th December.
Listeners will be invited to make a donation for these tracks to Judy Dyble's favoured charity, the Barley Greyhound Sanctuary http://www.barleykennels.co.uk/
Both make for perfect companion pieces to their critically acclaimed album Between A Breath And A Breath, released in October (you can read FabricationsHQ's Feature Review by clicking here).
The first song, 'Crossbones,' is available now at https://dyblelongdon.bandcamp.com/track/crossbones
The second track, 'The Daguerreotype,' will be available from 11th December.
Listeners will be invited to make a donation for these tracks to Judy Dyble's favoured charity, the Barley Greyhound Sanctuary http://www.barleykennels.co.uk/
Photo by Gregory Spawton
"Judy and I set out to make a vinyl length album. Happily we ended up with more material than we needed.
The seven songs that we ultimately selected for the album were all intensely personal lyrics for Judy.
By contrast Crossbones and The Daguerreotype are outliers thematically. Judy and I were equally proud of them in their own right and agreed before her death that they needed to be heard, hence the digital releases."
- David Longdon
"Judy’s cool, clear vocals and his richer tones, combine beautifully in inspired arrangements."
Mike Barnes, Mojo
"Between them David and Judy have gifted us with a graceful poignant and touching record that is a fine testimonial to the unique gentle talent of Judy Dyble."
John Wenlock-Smith, Progradar
"Judy Dyble, between a breath of a respected and not insignificant career and a final breath of passing, in the company of David Longdon, could not have signed-off in more graceful fashion." Ross Muir, FabricationsHQ
The seven songs that we ultimately selected for the album were all intensely personal lyrics for Judy.
By contrast Crossbones and The Daguerreotype are outliers thematically. Judy and I were equally proud of them in their own right and agreed before her death that they needed to be heard, hence the digital releases."
- David Longdon
"Judy’s cool, clear vocals and his richer tones, combine beautifully in inspired arrangements."
Mike Barnes, Mojo
"Between them David and Judy have gifted us with a graceful poignant and touching record that is a fine testimonial to the unique gentle talent of Judy Dyble."
John Wenlock-Smith, Progradar
"Judy Dyble, between a breath of a respected and not insignificant career and a final breath of passing, in the company of David Longdon, could not have signed-off in more graceful fashion." Ross Muir, FabricationsHQ
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London based blues rock guitarist-singer-songwriter Jack J Hutchinson has released the first single (and video), 'World On Fire,' from his forthcoming studio album, The Hammer Falls.
You can purchase here: https://bit.ly/JJHWorldOnFire
'World On Fire,' a muscly and gritty blues rocker that mixes a Sabbath-styled riff with a sing-a-long chorus and a down-tempo change-of-pace middle 8, was recorded in Brazil and produced by Lucas Sagaz, who mixed Hutchinson’s recent live album 'Who Feeds The Lockdown?'
The song was co-written with band mates Lazarus Michaelides (bass) and Felipe Amorim (drums).
You can purchase here: https://bit.ly/JJHWorldOnFire
'World On Fire,' a muscly and gritty blues rocker that mixes a Sabbath-styled riff with a sing-a-long chorus and a down-tempo change-of-pace middle 8, was recorded in Brazil and produced by Lucas Sagaz, who mixed Hutchinson’s recent live album 'Who Feeds The Lockdown?'
The song was co-written with band mates Lazarus Michaelides (bass) and Felipe Amorim (drums).
The B-side to the single (released on both limited edition silver 'vinyl style' CD and digital), is another new track, 'Ghosts Of Yesterday.'
Written during lockdown in response to the global pandemic, the reflective acoustic-electric 'Ghosts of Yesterday' was recorded by the band in their individual home studios and mixed by Lucas Sagaz in Brazil.
Commenting on 'World On Fire,' Jack J Hutchinson says: "We wrote and recorded World On Fire in the middle of a remote forest in Brazil. It had an incredible vibe that pushed us to try new things. I actually slept on the floor of the studio whilst I was there to really soak it up.
The song was written before the pandemic, but since the events of this year it has taken on an even greater meaning. 2020 has been a kick in the teeth for everyone, but in many ways it gives us an opportunity to rip up the norm and start again. We have to remain positive."
The band are currently working on the forthcoming album at Momentum Studios in Devon.
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Written during lockdown in response to the global pandemic, the reflective acoustic-electric 'Ghosts of Yesterday' was recorded by the band in their individual home studios and mixed by Lucas Sagaz in Brazil.
Commenting on 'World On Fire,' Jack J Hutchinson says: "We wrote and recorded World On Fire in the middle of a remote forest in Brazil. It had an incredible vibe that pushed us to try new things. I actually slept on the floor of the studio whilst I was there to really soak it up.
The song was written before the pandemic, but since the events of this year it has taken on an even greater meaning. 2020 has been a kick in the teeth for everyone, but in many ways it gives us an opportunity to rip up the norm and start again. We have to remain positive."
The band are currently working on the forthcoming album at Momentum Studios in Devon.
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Steve Perry has just released Traces – Alternate Versions & Sketches
A revisit of some of Steve Perry’s favourite tracks from his 2018 comeback album Traces, the songs have been stripped back from their larger production sound or bigger arrangements to take them back to their original essence or, in some cases, sketch form.
Tracks such as 'Sun Shines Gray,' 'No Erasin’,' 'No More Cryin’' and 'Most Of All' take on newer and even vocally richer meaning in an even more intimate setting...
A revisit of some of Steve Perry’s favourite tracks from his 2018 comeback album Traces, the songs have been stripped back from their larger production sound or bigger arrangements to take them back to their original essence or, in some cases, sketch form.
Tracks such as 'Sun Shines Gray,' 'No Erasin’,' 'No More Cryin’' and 'Most Of All' take on newer and even vocally richer meaning in an even more intimate setting...
Produced by Steve Perry and his long-time collaborator and friend, Thom Flowers, Traces – Alternate Versions & Sketches provides an interesting and fascinating glimpse into the luminary singer’s creative/ writing processes…
"When writing these songs, the original inspiration is always my first compass – where the songs should go. Alternate Versions and Sketches is exactly that… the original seeds of these songs."
- Steve Perry
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"When writing these songs, the original inspiration is always my first compass – where the songs should go. Alternate Versions and Sketches is exactly that… the original seeds of these songs."
- Steve Perry
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The Starlite Campbell Band, featuring husband and wife duo Suzy Starlite (vocals/ bass) and Simon Campbell (guitars/ vocals) have just released their version of the Blind Faith classic 'Can't Find My Way Home' as a single, with accompanying video.
The song also features Steve Gibson (drums) and Jonny Henderson (Hammond).
The video was filmed on a late summer's evening in Lower Saxony, Germany, beautifully complementing the relaxed warmth of a cover that nods in tribute to the arrangement of the original while emphasising Suzy Starlite’s lovely lead voice in the vocal company of Simon Campbell.
The song also features Steve Gibson (drums) and Jonny Henderson (Hammond).
The video was filmed on a late summer's evening in Lower Saxony, Germany, beautifully complementing the relaxed warmth of a cover that nods in tribute to the arrangement of the original while emphasising Suzy Starlite’s lovely lead voice in the vocal company of Simon Campbell.
'Can't Find My Way Home' will feature on the band’s forthcoming studio album The Language of Curiosity, which will be released in April of next year.
The album, which will be available in limited edition 180g vinyl, CD and digital can be pre-ordered here:
https://starlite-campbell.com/album/1217581/the-language-of-curiosity
You can also join Suzy Starlite & Simon Campbell 'Backstage' to become a patron of the band.
Patron level two members, or above, will receive a complimentary download of 'Can't Find My Way Home' plus the two previous singles 'Stone Cold Crazy' and 'Lay It Out On Me.'
Patron subscriptions start as low at £5.00 per month or £30.00 per year.
More information here: https://starlite-campbell.com/backstage
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The album, which will be available in limited edition 180g vinyl, CD and digital can be pre-ordered here:
https://starlite-campbell.com/album/1217581/the-language-of-curiosity
You can also join Suzy Starlite & Simon Campbell 'Backstage' to become a patron of the band.
Patron level two members, or above, will receive a complimentary download of 'Can't Find My Way Home' plus the two previous singles 'Stone Cold Crazy' and 'Lay It Out On Me.'
Patron subscriptions start as low at £5.00 per month or £30.00 per year.
More information here: https://starlite-campbell.com/backstage
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70s Australian rock band Fraternity will forever be associated with their lead singer, Bon Scott, who would go on to enjoy worldwide fame as the frontman of AC/DC until his death in 1980.
However Bon Scott’s tenure with Fraternity, and the band’s recorded output, has been poorly documented on the reissue market – until now.
Half a century on the forthcoming anthology Seasons of Change - The Complete Recordings 1970-1974 seeks to amend the oversight on the overlooked Fraternity & pre AC/DC Bon Scott.
Curated by Victor Marshall in conjunction with surviving band members (Bruce Howe, John Freeman, Sam See, John Bisset, Uncle John Eyers), the Estate of Mick Jurd and original band manager Hamish Henry, the 3CD set offers the complete recorded output of Fraternity.
The collection includes the albums Livestock (1971) & Flaming Galah (1972), originally issued on Sweet Peach and RCA respectively and utilising the original master tapes and best possible remastering sources.
All relevant non-albums singles (A’s and B’s) and EP tracks are also included.
Bonus tracks feature Fraternity backing The Valentines’ Vince Lovegrove and their victory at the National Battle Of The Sounds competition where they claimed the title of Australia’s No. 1 band.
Additionally, research by Victor Marshall for his upcoming Fraternity biography uncovered the long-lost Hamish Henry cache of session tapes, which have been curated into Fraternity’s “third” album Second Chance.
This third set also includes live tracks recorded at Pt Lincoln, South Australia (as part of the band’s historic Country Arts Tour) and unheard songs including vocals and song writing contributions from Bon Scott.
Artist Vytas Serelis, designer of the Flaming Galah cover, returns with original cover artwork for Second Chance.
Musically, Fraternity ran the gamut of styles in vogue on the rock scene at the dawn of the 1970s, from proto-heavy metal to country and soft rock, progressive music and a nod here and there to the earlier psychedelic boom.
Seasons of Change - The Complete Recordings 1970-1974 will be released on Cherry Red Records on 22nd January 2021
www.fraternityofficial.com https://www.facebook.com/officialfraternity
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However Bon Scott’s tenure with Fraternity, and the band’s recorded output, has been poorly documented on the reissue market – until now.
Half a century on the forthcoming anthology Seasons of Change - The Complete Recordings 1970-1974 seeks to amend the oversight on the overlooked Fraternity & pre AC/DC Bon Scott.
Curated by Victor Marshall in conjunction with surviving band members (Bruce Howe, John Freeman, Sam See, John Bisset, Uncle John Eyers), the Estate of Mick Jurd and original band manager Hamish Henry, the 3CD set offers the complete recorded output of Fraternity.
The collection includes the albums Livestock (1971) & Flaming Galah (1972), originally issued on Sweet Peach and RCA respectively and utilising the original master tapes and best possible remastering sources.
All relevant non-albums singles (A’s and B’s) and EP tracks are also included.
Bonus tracks feature Fraternity backing The Valentines’ Vince Lovegrove and their victory at the National Battle Of The Sounds competition where they claimed the title of Australia’s No. 1 band.
Additionally, research by Victor Marshall for his upcoming Fraternity biography uncovered the long-lost Hamish Henry cache of session tapes, which have been curated into Fraternity’s “third” album Second Chance.
This third set also includes live tracks recorded at Pt Lincoln, South Australia (as part of the band’s historic Country Arts Tour) and unheard songs including vocals and song writing contributions from Bon Scott.
Artist Vytas Serelis, designer of the Flaming Galah cover, returns with original cover artwork for Second Chance.
Musically, Fraternity ran the gamut of styles in vogue on the rock scene at the dawn of the 1970s, from proto-heavy metal to country and soft rock, progressive music and a nod here and there to the earlier psychedelic boom.
Seasons of Change - The Complete Recordings 1970-1974 will be released on Cherry Red Records on 22nd January 2021
www.fraternityofficial.com https://www.facebook.com/officialfraternity
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US band The Bloody Nerve (Laurie Ann – lead vocals, Stacey Blood – guitars, vocals) have, without question, upped their own powerful ante if new single-video 'A Million Arms' is any indication of the duo’s sonic intent.
The song is the first of a number of single+video releases that will follow on episodically, track by track (like a Netflix series in musical form); the releases will precede, and in effect present, their forthcoming concept album, All Blood, No Treasure.
The first installment of All Blood, No Treasure packs quite the sonic and visual punch, as can be seen and heard on the video for 'A Million Arms' (get ready to sonically rumble)...
The song is the first of a number of single+video releases that will follow on episodically, track by track (like a Netflix series in musical form); the releases will precede, and in effect present, their forthcoming concept album, All Blood, No Treasure.
The first installment of All Blood, No Treasure packs quite the sonic and visual punch, as can be seen and heard on the video for 'A Million Arms' (get ready to sonically rumble)...
" 'A Million Arms' starts All Blood, No Treasure with no backstory, because there is no backstory - just craziness" states Stacey Blood, continuing: That’s all you get: Just dropped right in the middle of craziness, and don’t know why you’re there and you can’t get yourself oriented because the rules and decrees are irrational and contradictory. So, what now..?”
What now indeed. That won’t be revealed until the second musical chapter of All Blood, No Treasure from The Bloody Nerve makes it appearance…
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What now indeed. That won’t be revealed until the second musical chapter of All Blood, No Treasure from The Bloody Nerve makes it appearance…
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Quint Starkie, the Swedish based British singer-songwriter-guitarist (and member of Francis Dunnery’s It Bites), has released a third single from his forthcoming solo album.
Endless Summer, "a simple song about summer romance," follows on the melodic pop with harmonies heels of atmospheric pop-groove number 'Gotta Give it Up' (featuring Dorie Jackson on harmony & backing vocals) and 'Mr Maxwell : The Car Song,' a fun, upbeat tune written about "a Sunday drive in the country teaching my son about life signposts" (Maxwell is the name of Quint Starkie's son).
The as yet unnamed album will be the follow-up to the beautifully crafted Ghost in My Heart, which was first released in 2016 (followed by an all-digital formats re-release in 2017).
Written and produced by Quint Starkie, 'Endless Summer' features Jule Wiegand (backing/ harmony vocals), Mats Byström (Keys), Per Hansson (bass) and Kjell Gustavsson (drums).
Endless Summer, "a simple song about summer romance," follows on the melodic pop with harmonies heels of atmospheric pop-groove number 'Gotta Give it Up' (featuring Dorie Jackson on harmony & backing vocals) and 'Mr Maxwell : The Car Song,' a fun, upbeat tune written about "a Sunday drive in the country teaching my son about life signposts" (Maxwell is the name of Quint Starkie's son).
The as yet unnamed album will be the follow-up to the beautifully crafted Ghost in My Heart, which was first released in 2016 (followed by an all-digital formats re-release in 2017).
Written and produced by Quint Starkie, 'Endless Summer' features Jule Wiegand (backing/ harmony vocals), Mats Byström (Keys), Per Hansson (bass) and Kjell Gustavsson (drums).
Quint Starkie is a solo artist and a member of Francis Dunnery’s It Bites.
He has written songs for Alcazar, Lambretta, Sophie Zelmani, Shakaya, Hartmut Englar, Anna Sahlene, Amei Chang, Martin Stenmarck as well a song on the movie soundtrack My Best Friend’s Wedding starring Julia Roberts.
An accomplished guitarist, he has performed or recorded with The Supremes, Meja, Jill Johnsson, Tommy Nilsson, Bosson, Ebbot, Björn Skifs, Harpo and many more established artists.
His debut album Ghost in My Heart was FabricationsHQ’s singer-songwriter album of the Year in 2017 and had the likes of the aforementioned Francis Dunnery waxing lyrical about it.
While Ghost in My Heart was a poignant yet upbeat semi-autobiographical reminisce that musically took a country styled approach, the new album, as confirmed by Quint Starkie, "reflects more of my West Coast leanings as a guitarist and is more pop than country this time around."
Quint Starkie website: http://www.quintstarkie.net/
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He has written songs for Alcazar, Lambretta, Sophie Zelmani, Shakaya, Hartmut Englar, Anna Sahlene, Amei Chang, Martin Stenmarck as well a song on the movie soundtrack My Best Friend’s Wedding starring Julia Roberts.
An accomplished guitarist, he has performed or recorded with The Supremes, Meja, Jill Johnsson, Tommy Nilsson, Bosson, Ebbot, Björn Skifs, Harpo and many more established artists.
His debut album Ghost in My Heart was FabricationsHQ’s singer-songwriter album of the Year in 2017 and had the likes of the aforementioned Francis Dunnery waxing lyrical about it.
While Ghost in My Heart was a poignant yet upbeat semi-autobiographical reminisce that musically took a country styled approach, the new album, as confirmed by Quint Starkie, "reflects more of my West Coast leanings as a guitarist and is more pop than country this time around."
Quint Starkie website: http://www.quintstarkie.net/
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Award winning Scottish singer songwriter Jason Sweeney, whose love of roots and modern country is equalled only by his enthusiasm for infectious, guitar-driven melodic rock as heard with his band The King Lot, released the country-waltz ballad 'The Glasses on the Table' in 2020.
A lyrically thoughtful and radio friendly number, 'The Glasses on the Table' is the first of a planned run of singles prior to the release of a full-length album later in 2021 (the idea of a run of singles in 2020 was pushed back due to the pandemic and various Lockdowns).
'The Glasses on The Table' is a storytelling country song that, while reflecting upon a relationship and time in life that has passed, can have many interpretations, from the glass is half full or half empty evaluation (which part inspired the song) to how we perceive life through our own lenses...
A lyrically thoughtful and radio friendly number, 'The Glasses on the Table' is the first of a planned run of singles prior to the release of a full-length album later in 2021 (the idea of a run of singles in 2020 was pushed back due to the pandemic and various Lockdowns).
'The Glasses on The Table' is a storytelling country song that, while reflecting upon a relationship and time in life that has passed, can have many interpretations, from the glass is half full or half empty evaluation (which part inspired the song) to how we perceive life through our own lenses...
The Glasses on the Table was recorded and mixed by Scott Hannah at The Music Box in Edinburgh and mastered by Geoff Pesche at Abbey Road Studios in London
Jason Sweeney – vocals and guitar; Scott Hannah – guitar; Chris Smith – drums; Brian Stewart – bass.
Jason Sweeney is an award-winning musician and private music tutor with over thirty years of performing experience as well as various commercial releases under his belt.
His solo music and melodic rock power trio The King Lot (who have released two acclaimed albums thus far) has taken him all around the UK in a touring and performing capacity.
As well as holding a 1st class honours degree in music Jason has also been recognised by Abertay University (contributions towards music in the community) and presented with the Tartan Clef Award by Nordoff Robins (as part of the Hard Rock Cafe awards).
At the end of 2020 Jason completed his masters in songwriting at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS).
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Jason Sweeney – vocals and guitar; Scott Hannah – guitar; Chris Smith – drums; Brian Stewart – bass.
Jason Sweeney is an award-winning musician and private music tutor with over thirty years of performing experience as well as various commercial releases under his belt.
His solo music and melodic rock power trio The King Lot (who have released two acclaimed albums thus far) has taken him all around the UK in a touring and performing capacity.
As well as holding a 1st class honours degree in music Jason has also been recognised by Abertay University (contributions towards music in the community) and presented with the Tartan Clef Award by Nordoff Robins (as part of the Hard Rock Cafe awards).
At the end of 2020 Jason completed his masters in songwriting at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS).
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"A language works best when we have something interesting to say. Many music teachers never find out what their students have to say; we only tell them what they are supposed to say."
Victor Wooten
Victor Wooten