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2015/11/07

Keyboard Legend Keith Emerson To Release Early 1960’s Recordings on CD and Download!

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Keyboard Legend Keith Emerson To Release Early 1960’s Recordings on CD and Download!

London, UK – Due for release on the 6th November 2015 is the CD and download editions of long lost THE KEITH EMERSON TRIO recordings made in Keith’s parents’ living room when he was a teenager. These recordings come from one of only four acetates ever made!

These 7 tracks were previously been made available by Record Collection (in early 2015) as a limited edition vinyl release. This is the first time these recordings have been released on CD and download.

Of the CD and download editions, Keith Emerson said: “Well, we all have to start somewhere! I’m happy that Cherry Red is releasing my very earliest beginnings and I hope it will inspire future generations of musicians.”

Keith Emerson first found success with The Nice in the late 1960’s before going on to become a founding member of Emerson, Lake & Palmer in 1970. ELP were critically and commercially successful through much of the 1970’s, becoming one of the best-known progressive rock groups of the era. Emerson is widely regarded as one of the top keyboard players of the progressive rock era.

To purchase THE KEITH EMERSON TRIO recordings:
Amazon CD: http://geni.us/sxo
Amazon Digital: http://geni.us/3zKG
iTunes: http://geni.us/3DIY
LP edition: http://shop.recordcollectormag.com/product/VINKEITH/buy-keith-emerson-trio-rare-vinyl-lp

Keith Emerson’s official website: http://www.keithemerson.com/

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2015/11/06

CHRIS BRAIDE AND GEOFF DOWNES RELEASE THE SECOND CHAPTER OF THE DOWNES BRAIDE ASSOCIATION ‘SUBURBAN GHOSTS’

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CHRIS BRAIDE AND GEOFF DOWNES RELEASE THE SECOND CHAPTER OF THE DOWNES BRAIDE ASSOCIATION ‘SUBURBAN GHOSTS’

London, UK – Three years after their critically acclaimed debut ‘Pictures of You’, creative powerhouse duo Chris Braide and Geoff Downes come together again for the second chapter of their joint venture the Downes Braide Association – DBA in short. The album, entitled Suburban Ghosts, will be released on 6th November through Cherry Red Records.

Singer songwriter and producer Chris Braide has written and produced songs for Beyonce, Lana del Rey, Paloma Faith, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, David Guetta, Sia, Afrojack and Marc Almond’s latest album The Velvet Trail; in his accomplished career he was awarded Ivor Novello, ASCAP and Billboard Awards.

Prog legend Geoff Downes has played keyboards in The Buggles, Asia and Yes. He co-wrote the hits Heat of the Moment and Video Killed The Radio Star. It was at The Buggles’ reunion show in London back in 2010 that Chris and Geoff’s paths crossed for the first time.

From there, with Braide busy working with both Paloma Faith and Lana del Rey and Geoff recording Yes Fly From Here, it took a year of secret ‘moonlighting’ sessions to create ‘Pictures of You’; the stunning result left critics in awe.

Roll on to 2015: once again, the Downes Braide Association doesn’t let a busy schedule deter them. Chris has just released the debut album for This Oceanic Feeling, his new project with Ash Soan and Lee Pomeroy, while Geoff is on the road with Yes. Again, the duo’s creative juices seem to thrive in those stolen sessions, and Suburban Ghosts is born.

Chris Braide explains: “‘Suburban Ghosts’ is an album about isolation and loneliness in small town suburbia.” The story goes back to his and Geoff’s childhood in the small county of Cheshire in the North West of England: its beautiful varied countryside landscapes in contrast with grey industrial wastelands, the feeling of claustrophobia that led them both away looking for a new adventure and those sentiments of nostalgia as they come back to a town populated with the ghosts of their past. “A blank town under a sky full of stars, the same blank town you left behind,” continues Braide – “Now everyone has long gone, you’re haunted by images of those former frost covered school gates and the laughter of children in the park and of the lovers you had once loved. The alternative life you could have lived. You see a photograph that reminds you how fragile we are. Somebody close to you whom you should have been there for. But it’s too late to go back now. It’s time to let them go, those suburban ghosts.”

Geoff Downes says about Chris Braide: “He never ceases to amaze with his application to the finest detail. And as on our previous collaboration ‘Pictures Of You’, I once again provided him with the musical fabric and raw materials, and from that point he has manufactured and polished our latest gem with the precision of a Swiss watchmaker.” Talking more about the creative process and influences behind ‘Suburban Ghosts’, he adds “Of course, the massive history of the thriving 60’s, 70’s of the music scenes of both Liverpool and Manchester can not be ignored and would be indelibly stamped on all of us, right the way from the Beatles to 10cc. But that’s only a small part of the picture… I find it is quite difficult to describe in words as it’s a natural creation that comes from our collective hearts. Sure, some might say: technopop, 80’s, electronica etc, but to us it’s much more than a label. This music is made with love. It is a true joint project.”

Join Chris and Geoff on this journey back to the land of their childhood as they relive the memories and put their suburban ghosts to rest. Immerse yourself in this powerful soundscape, let your own ghosts finally find their peace.

Track list as follows:

1. MACHINERY OF FATE
2. SUBURBAN GHOSTS – PARTS 1 AND 2
3. SUBURBAN GHOSTS – PART 3
4. VANITY
5. NUMBER ONE
6. INTERLUDE
7. NORTH SEA
8. ONE OF THE FEW
9. TIME GOES FAST
10. LIVE TWICE
11. DREAMING OF ENGLAND
12. FINALE

Pre-order link http://geni.us/19bE

Catalogue number: X2XCD – 002

Twitter: @TheRealDBAMusic

Press inquiries: Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

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2015/11/05

Guitarist Doug Wahlberg Releases Debut Album “Flying Under The Radar”

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Guitarist Doug Wahlberg Releases Debut Album “Flying Under The Radar”

“Doug Wahlberg’s guitar playing is not from this earth.”- Ian Hunter

Westport, CT – Mott The Hoople legend Ian Hunter describes East Coast guitarist and singer/songwriter Doug Wahlberg’s playing as “not of this earth”. The Doug Wahlberg Band has been electrifying audiences for years, performing originals most cannot distinguish from main stream radio play. Their music features simple, melodic hooks, both gritty and laid back but always hypnotic and driving. These tunes will etch their way into your memory. While reminiscent of British and American classic rock, The Doug Wahlberg Band brings a modern approach to a retro sound, which can be heard throughout their recently released debut album titled “Flying Under The Radar”.

“…Doug’s blistering solo blew the roof off the place (Ridgefield Playhouse) and received a thunderous applause that was justly deserved. The Doug Wahlberg Band is F-ING great and a must see for all fans of classic guitar rock.” – Neal Smith, original Alice Cooper Group drummer and RnR Hall of Fame inductee

Band members have resumes that boast performances with the unparalleled talents of The Doors, Neal Smith of Alice Cooper Band, José Feliciano, and Ian Hunter. The band has opened for classic acts such as Paul Simon, Foreigner, George Thorogood, Blue Oyster Cult, The Ramones, Eddie Money, Rick Derringer, and Cheap Trick. Doug has worked on projects that included such legends as Rick Derringer, Elton John’s lyricist Bernie Taupin and Bowie’s guitarist and producer Mick Ronson. He has been managed by Lester Chambers of the Chamber Brothers and has even performed at a birthday party for which the guest of honor was Andy Warhol.

“Doug Wahlberg is a great, great guitar player.” – José Feliciano

The Doug Wahlberg Band’s music has traveled national and international air waves and been widely received in the college radio circuit. Members of The Doug Wahlberg Band have performed from coast to coast, as well as internationally, with concentrated club performances in New York City at hot spots like the Bitter End, The Cutting Room, and CBGBs, as well as East Coast venues like Foxwoods Casino, the Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun, and The Ridgefield Playhouse. They even bent the blues rules playing their own brand of rock and roll at the Montreal Festiblues blues festival.

Now much to the excitement of the band’s fans worldwide, the Doug Wahlberg Band has released their highly anticipated debut album “Flying Under The Radar”! Says Doug, “After Jeff Claypool joined the band, we decided that it was time to stop flying under the radar, and put out a new album. The CD was recorded digitally and in part on 2-inch tape, over several months, starting with the roughs in my home studio. Roughs for ‘Love When it Rains’, ‘What If’, ‘Nothing’ and ‘Torture’ were brought for mixing and mastering to Peter Hodgson, who has worked with Deep Purple, Gary Moore, and many others. ‘The Lake’, ‘Broken’, ‘Waiting on the Sun’, and ‘Can’t Wait’ were recorded and produced at Moomba Studios (moombastudios.com) by Michael Patzig, who has worked with such artists as Michael Bolton. The album follows the theme of ‘A Modern Approach to a Retro Sound’. Writing was inspired by everything from ‘neighborhood experiences’ in The Lake, to the answers to life’s questions in ‘What If’.”

“The Doug Wahlberg Band wears their 60’s/psychedelic influences proudly, while still sounding crisp, modern and vital.” – Tim Sheehan, Program Director, I95 WRKI

The Doug Wahlberg Band is:

Doug Wahlberg – Doug plays signature Skeletone guitars, which have a unique body style and explosive tone. Doug has participated on projects with Jose Feliciano, Bernie Taupin (Elton John’s lyricist), Mick Ronson (David Bowie’’ guitarist and producer), Peter Tosh, and original Alice Cooper group drummer and recent Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Neal Smith. In 2014 Doug played several guitar tracks on Neal’s critically acclaimed album “The Green Fire Empire”.

Jeff Claypool – Jeff Claypool is a classically trained pianist, rock guitarist, and singer/songwriter. Jeff was chosen to perform for the series conducted by Aaron Copland: “Works of Copland” including “Fanfare For The Common Man”, “Rodeo” and “Appalachian Spring”. Jeff performed with Gregg Allman in the Southeast US during 1987-88.

George P. Miller – George is a bassist who has played with notables such as Robby Krieger and John Densmore of The Doors, and Chicago Loop.

Rich Genovese – Rich has played drums with Secret Service (Elliot Lewis, of Hall and Oates), and opened for such acts as Flock of Seagulls, The Motels, Edgar Winter, The Romantics, Rick Derringer.

“Classic rock is the vehicle; The Doug Wahlberg band is the fuel. You MUST check out this classic act.” – Jj Cichon, Producer for Lifeguardmusic.com

Along with promoting the new album, the band is currently working on a music video for “Love When it Rains”. They are also in the process of editing live footage working toward a DVD and online video content, as well as recording a new album, tentative release date summer 2016.

In closing, the Doug Wahlberg Band’s message is echoed throughout their new album: “Keep the eternal flame of Rock & Roll alive worldwide!”

To purchase: Doug Wahlberg Band “Flying Under The Radar”:
Bandcamp – https://dougwahlberg.bandcamp.com/
CD Baby – http://cdbaby.com/cd/dougwahlbergband

For more information: http://dougwahlberg.com/

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2015/11/04

Prog Icon Billy Sherwood Releases Divided by One and Career Retrospective Collection OUT NOW!

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Prog Icon Billy Sherwood Releases Divided by One and Career Retrospective Collection OUT NOW!

London, UK – Prog icon BILLY SHERWOOD, best known for his work with YES and CIRCA:, has now released his studio album DIVIDED BY ONE and a compilation called COLLECTION – both OUT NOW!

These two CDs are available through all mainstream retailers and digital platforms (Amazon and iTunes etc) or alternatively there is a special offer including a signed postcard ONLY available directly from http://www.billysherwoodcollection.com

Says Billy, “I’m very excited to finally have ‘Divided By One’, my 7th solo release come out on CD. I’m proud of the record and look forward to getting it out there, I had many requests to release it on CD as it was only for download till now.”

BILLY SHERWOOD is the current bass player in the band YES is touring with the band throughout 2015. Billy Sherwood was a key part of the line-ups which created the YES albums OPEN YOUR EYES and THE LADDER. He recently mixed the band’s HEAVEN AND EARTH album and 2 subsequent DVDs.

DIVIDED BY ONE is Sherwood’s seventh solo album and this edition through Cherry Red is its first release on CD. This CD release will be eagerly greeted by YES fans especially in light on Sherwood’s recent return to the band in mid-2015.

Tracks include:
1. On Impact
2. The Scene Comes Alive
3. No Stone Unturned
4. Between Us
5. Divided By One
6. Sequence Of Events
7. Sphere Of Influence
8. Here For You
9. Constellation Codex
10. End Of An Era

COLLECTION is the ideal introduction to Billy Sherwood’s solo career and includes TWO EXCLUSIVE TRACKS. This edition through Cherry Red is its first release on CD.

Says Billy, “I’m happy to announce the release of ‘Collection’, it’s made up of tracks from each of my previous solo records. In addition to that there are 2 bonus tracks, one is a new yet unreleased solo track and the other is a cover I did of Sting’s song ‘I Hung My Head’”

Tracks include:
1. Drone Decipher
2. Seeing Through The Walls
3. Call
4. On Impact
5. Dying Breed
6. The Recurring Dream
7. What Was The Question?
8. I Hung My Head*
9. Dark To Light*
(* Previously unreleased)

DIVIDED BY ONE:
Amazon CD: http://geni.us/d8S
Amazon Digital: http://geni.us/40Zu
iTunes: http://geni.us/3gTi

COLLECTION:
Amazon CD: http://geni.us/sBx
Amazon Digital: http://geni.us/45b
iTunes: http://geni.us/Czr

For more information: http://www.billysherwoodcollection.com

Press inquires: Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

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2015/11/03

Rock Legends “The R​AZ​ Band​” Releases New Album Featuring Badfinger’s Joey Molland and Drum Legend Joe Vitale!

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Rock Legends “The R​AZ​ Band​” Releases New Album Featuring Badfinger’s Joey Molland and Drum Legend Joe Vitale!

​​Los Angeles – The R​AZ Band have been toiling in the rock and roll vineyard for longer than you might think. ​Dedicated to the coolest place to ever grow up, ​t​he release of Madison Park introduces ​T​he RAZ Band to ​a wider ​mainstream audience ​a​nd ​is their breakout album. Band leader Michael ​Raz Rescigno says: “​I’m excited to get our newest album​,​​ ​’Madison Park’ out. ​It’s a​​ diverse​ collection of music from the last ​few years of our lives. With the tremendous production of​ ​band​ members Joey Molland and Joe Vitale, ​we ​​are looking forward to​​ ​sharing ​our mus​ic with the world.”

The album ​is ​dedicated to the ​New Jersey ​town where ​Raz and his musical partner Hutch grew up. Raz recalls, “Madison Park was a great place to grow up and we have many happy memories from that time of our lives​.​ With that in mind we​ ​created an album that when someone hears it for the first time, the music already feels familiar. Songs that make you smile. ​Music​ that you’ll want to listen to over and over.”​

​This is ​the first Raz ​album created with music legends Joey Molland (Badfinger) & Joe Vitale (Joe Walsh/Crosby, Stills & Nash/The Eagles) as ​full ​band members. While​ they’ve been recording​ together​ for years, this is the first album that was planned to be a​ RAZ​ ​Band album and not a RAZ album, hence, “The RAZ Band”.
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​The catalyst that led to the Madison Park album was a ​RAZ ​show​ at The Whisky​ A Go Go​ in Hollywood. Their guest performers were Joey Molland,(Badfinger), Gary Duncan,(Quicksilver Messenger Service) & Carla Olson, (The Textones). Raz​ recalls​, “Whenever Joey Molland ​came to​ LA we ​would ​record​​ RAZ songs. This time we recorded Joey’s great song, ‘Love Me Do’ from the amazing Badfinger album ‘No Dice’. To add to the fun, Gary Duncan was able to join us for this ​recording ​session.

​”When ​Joe Vitale ​came ​back​ to ​LA, ​​ RAZ ​went​ into the studio to record. “We recorded a new song that we wrote, ‘$1.50 For Your Love’. ​​After cutting the back tracks with scratch vocals, Vitale said, ‘This song is a hit song, and let me tell you, I know what a hit song is’. And of course he does, he co-wrote ‘Rocky Mountain Way’ with Joe Walsh.

“A couple days later we ​went​ back into the studio with Vitale and recorded another one of our favorite songs, ‘Shoot ‘Em Up’. This is from Joe Vitale’s great album, ‘Roller Coaster Weekend’.

“Fast​ forward​ a couple of years and we recorded ​many ​other songs I had been writing​,​​ including a very cool new version of ‘Time Marches On’ from the album ,’The Best of Los Angeles 1987′. We recorded some oldies that Hutch & I loved as kids​.​ We recorded twenty five songs in all. ‘Madison Park’ shows many sides of the RAZ musical spectrum and it was made with lots of love and laughs and aha moments.”

“I met the ​Raz almost 40 years ago and he’s been knocking me out ever since, the truth is in the songs, I don’t think he ever had an idea outside of that idea, so I started playing on his sessions like a lot of other people, we’ve done gigs separate and together for all those years and here we are with our first record deal, thanks Gonzo, hello world, will anything ever be the same? sure it will, ‘cept you’ll have the RAZ band to make sure.” – Joey Molland

“​Raz came to some of the Joe Walsh shows and​ my​ solo shows I did as far back as the early 70’s….we’ve been friends ever since…both personally and musically! We’ve recorded a ton of GREAT Raz originals and yes…miracles can happen….in this century….A RECORD DEAL! Well, being a couple of devoted Beatles’ fans, we have a similar sense of ‘song’….the RAZ catalogue is massive, current and rockin’! They are ALL fun grooves and great lyrics!! It’s GREAT to introduce the RAZ band to the world!” – J Vitale

​The ​RAZ ​Band ​features Michael R​az​​ Rescigno​ on vocals & guitar, ​Jeff ​ ​Hutc​h​ Hutchinson on drums​ & vocals, Jim Manzo on bass​ and vocals​​, Joey Molland ​on guitar & vocals, and ​Joe Vitale on drums, keyboards & vocals.

​These musicians have played on​ ​RAZ​​’s​ albums​, ​at ​RAZ ​shows ​or Raz has been ​a part of projects with them: Joey Molland (Badfinger), Joe Vitale ,(Joe Walsh, C,S,N & Y, Frampton, Eagles​), Gary Duncan,(Quicksilver Messenger Service), Gilby Clarke (Guns & Roses), Stu Cook (Creedence Clearwater Revival​/Revisited​), Randy Castillo (Ozzy), Marc Droubey (Survivor), Rick Bozzo (Meatloaf, The Frost, Sabu), Carla Olson (​The ​Textones, Mick Taylor, Gene Clark). Preston Epps (Bongo Rock, Bongos, bongos, bongos), Steve Gunner (Belinda Carlisle, Creedence Clearwater Revisted), Mark Healy (Joey Molland’s Badfinger), Randy Anderson (Joey Molland’s Badfinger), Joe Vitale Jr (solo artist), Gordon Copeley (Lita Ford Band), Ed Cassidy (Spirit)​, Buddy Miles, Billy Cox (Hendrix),​ ​Barry Goldberg​ & Harvey Mandel.​

RAZ ha​s​ opened ​for​ Badfinger, Missing Persons, Berlin​, Marky Ramone, Bill Ward, Iron Butterfly​ and others​. ​Raz ​co-​wrote​ ​songs​ ​with Bobby Hayden​ ​that appear​ in the​ 2015​ bio movie, “The Life, Blood & Rhythm of Randy Castillo”.
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​Raz​ was musical director for ​the Universal Wrestling Federation ​professional wrestling league, and ​wrote ​theme ​songs for ​the ​wrestlers and​ music for the TV show.

What people have said about RAZ:

“Put RAZ on MTV & they would be immediately elevated to the rock-star position & would be on every FM station.” – Airton Diniz Roadie Crew Magazine

“If you are looking for some good rock and roll, I suggest you check out RAZ. These guys play really good, Real rock music.” – Mark Rasmussen, No Cover Magazine

​“Jerseyan Raz Goes West, gets Fans.” – Paul Bubny, The East Coast Rocker​

​“…from the depths of New Joisey, it’s street-wise rocker RAZ!” – L.A. WEEKLY

“Nasty fun with rocking RAZ!” – Tom R Miller, Los Angeles Herald Examiner

“Punk That Goes Pop, RAZ rocks, with a nod to the Beatles and Creedence Clearwater Revival.” – James E. Fowler, Los Angeles Times

“Let me tell ya, some good stuff here. I really enjoy RAZ!” – Kelly Cox, KLOX 95.5 FM L.A.

“RAZ is a band with unique artistic vision that has something to say!” – Tramp X-Press College Radio Consultant

“No Explanation could describe them!…They Rock, They Roll, They Rule!!” – Greg Calkins, Full Blast Studios

“The influence of Badfinger can also be seen on Rescigno’s musical style: Bright and catchy Pop as pure as it comes.” – Jay Lustig, The East Coast Rocker

“RAZ is moving up the charts…A RAZ is a RAZ is a RAZ!” – Variety Magazine

“​It’s been said that Los Angeles is the musical capital of the world-no arguments here. Well if you have any doubts, check out ‘The Best of Los Angeles 1987, Produced by Michael Raz Rescigno’” – Kevin Coogan, Cashbox Magazine

​In early 2016 ​Gonzo MultiMedia will be releasing “The Best of RAZ”​. Followed by the release of “Razfinger” in the spring. The RAZ Band with Joey Molland & Joe Vitale are planning to perform in Englan​d​​​ and elsewhere ​in 2016 and record a live CD and DVD.

In closing Raz has this to impart, “Live your life. If you truly believe it, you can ​accomplish​ what​ever​ ​it is that ​you want​ to accomplish​. Only you can stop you. Have fun, time marches on, so enjoy it​. Even when it’s hard to do, look for something uplifting​, something positive​. Try to be giving. Like John Lennon said, ‘All You Need Is Love’.”

Tracks:
$1.50 For Your Love 4:44
What Love Can Do 3:10
The Road of Love 3:43
Say Ya Love Me 3:01
Time Marches On 2:58
You’re My Love 3:15
Searching Forever 3:41
You’re The Magic 3:38
The Paths That We Take 5:19
Start Your Engines 3:27
You Don’t Know A Thing 2:32
Barbara Operator 4:50
High School Reunion 2:40
Love Me Do 3:00
Shoot Em Up 3:25
When Dogs Fly South 5:13

For more information:
http://www.gonzomultimedia.com/product_details/15876

RAZ Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/The-RAZ-Band-792941970794174/timeline/

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2015/10/31

The Definitive Account Of Legendary Space Rock Band HAWKWIND’s Early Years Available Now In A 300-Page Hardcover Book!

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The Definitive Account Of Legendary Space Rock Band HAWKWIND’s Early Years Available Now In A 300-Page Hardcover Book!

Los Angeles, CA – They were one of the most groundbreaking rock bands to emerge from England in the late ‘60s whose improvised theatrical stage performances, DIY costumes, and larger-than-life stage presence earned them a cult-like following that persists to this day. And now the exhilarating story of Hawkwind’s most crucial years is about to be told. The Spirit Of Hawkwind 1969-1976, available everywhere on October 30, is the first ever behind-the-scenes look at the meteoric rise of this motley crew of space rock hooligans as told by one of its captains, co-founder and saxophonist Nik Turner. With assistance from music historian Dave Thompson, Nik gives readers the ultimate insider’s guide to Hawkwind, sharing his personal recollections both hilarious and horrifying, from the infamous drug bust of bassist Lemmy, to the group’s shocking performances at Glastonbury Festival. If it happened, it’s here, warts and all. The hardcover book features 300 pages of rare and never-before-seen photos as well as a comprehensive discography, gigography, and a reproduction of Nik’s tour diary from the band’s first US tour in 1975. In addition, the book will include a precise reproduction of the 1971 “Sonic Attack” 7” promo one-sided single housed in a cloth bag plus a full reproduction of a 1971 6” x 9” 20-page promotional booklet. If you’re a Hawkwind fan, Christmas has definitely come early this year, and if you aren’t already a fan prepare to get swept up by The Spirit Of Hawkwind!

See the video trailer for the book here: https://youtu.be/s6eA7_OKhPI

To celebrate the release of the book, Nik Turner will be launching an extensive US tour starting in November and focusing exclusively on the classic Hawkwind repertoire. Nik will be signing copies of The Spirit Of Hawkwind at the shows, so buy one now and bring it with you or purchase a copy at the merch table.

NOV 12 – SAN FRANCISCO, CA – BRICK AND MORTAR
NOV 13 – PORTLAND, OR
NOV 14 – SEATTLE, WA – EL CORAZON
NOV 16 – DENVER, CO – LION’S LIAR
NOV 18 – MILWAUKEE, WI – SHANK HALL
NOV 20 – CHICAGO, IL – REGGIES
NOV 21 – WESTLAND, MI – TOKEN LOUNGE
NOV 22 – TORONTO, CANADA – THE ROCKPLIE
NOV 23 – BROOKLYN, NY – GRAND VICTORY
NOV 24 – NEW HAVEN, CT – CAFE NINE
NOV 25 – ROCHESTER, NY – BUG JAR
NOV 27 – PHILADELPHIA, PA – KUNG FU NECKTIE
NOV 29 – LONG BRANCH, NJ – BRIGHTON BAR
NOV 30 – SELLERSVILLE, PA – SELLERSVILLE THEATER
DEC 1 – RALEIGH, NC – THE POURHOUSE MUSIC HALL
DEC 2 – ATLANTA, GA – THE MASQUERADE
DEC 3 – NEW ORLEANS, LA – SIBERIA
DEC 4 – HOUSTON, TX – NOTSUOH
DEC 5 – SAN ANTONIO, TX – 237 @ THE KOROVA
DEC 6 – AUSTIN, TX – 7TH STREET CLUB
DEC 8 – PHOENIX, AZ – REBEL LOUNGE
DEC 9 – SAN DIEGO, CA – TILL TWO CLUB
DEC 10 – WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – THE WHISKY
DEC 12 – LAS VEGAS, NV – LVCS
DEC 13 – FULLERTON, CA – THE CONTINETAL ROOM

More tour dates to be announced. Check http://www.cleorecs.com for updated tour info.

Buy The Spirit Of Hawkwind here: http://cleorecs.com/store/shop/the-definitive-account-of-the-life-of-legendary-space-rock-band-hawkwind-book/

Also be sure to check out Nik Turner’s newest solo album with guest performances by Billy Cobham, Robby Krieger (The Doors), Steve Hillage (Gong), and more! Available on both CD & Vinyl!
http://cleorecs.com/store/shop/nik-turner-space-fusion-odyssey-cd/
http://cleorecs.com/store/shop/nik-turner-space-fusion-odyssey-limited-edition-starburst-lp/

Press inquiries:
Glass Onyon PR
Billy James
PH: 828-350-8158
glassonyonpr@gmail.com

CLEOPATRA RECORDS, Inc.
11041 Santa Monica Blvd #703
Los Angeles CA 90025
http://www.CleopatraRecords.com

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2015/10/27

MAGMA To Release 12-CD Live Set “KÖHNZERT ZÜND BOX SET”

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MAGMA To Release 12-CD Live Set “KÖHNZERT ZÜND BOX SET”

Paris, France – You have to see Magma live at least once in your life! For Magma, live performance is essential. Live performance allows – and forgives – no mistakes. You give your all, all at once. You are on a tightrope, with no safety net… It is too late for thought. The body, the hands and the instinct speak first; the fruit of reflection. This planned spontaneity, these raw sounds, this savage energy at concerts make live performance a wonderful experience.

Magma has joined up with Jazz Village to celebrate its 45th anniversary with an impressive series of new and classic releases. A series of new and classic Magma titles has been scheduled for release every month from September 2014 to November 2015. A legendary French group if ever there was one, Magma has continued to influence the course of contemporary music since their debut in 1969.

Combining the energy of rock and the ecstasy of jazz, as well as numerous classical influences from Béla Bartók to Carl Orff to the Viennese school, brick by brick Magma has built a unique musical monument that is destined to be a worldwide beacon, as long recognized by their large and devoted following. As says Christian Vander, the group’s founder, inspiration and visionary: “Magma had to be created, if not by me, then by someone else”. During this series of releases, lasting over a year, Magma has been on the road, performing numerous concerts in France as well as other countries where they have a strong fan base: Canada, U.K, Germany, Scandinavia, United States, Japan and for the first time, China. Magma’s new live 12-CD box set Konzert Zünd will be released on November 13, 2015.

Köhnzert Zünd puts together is a sumptuous box set, all the band’s official live shows, recorded between 1975 and 2000. On top of which are two extra records made of excerpts from shows given between 2005 and 2011, as well as two unreleased records of the unforgettable 2009 concert given at the Alhambra in Paris.

Magma Live Köhntark – 1975
Magma Live Hhaï – 1975
Retrospektiw 1 – 1980
Retrospektiw 2 – 1980
Retrospektiw 3 – 1980
Trianon Theusz Hamtaahk – 2000
Trianon Wurdah Itah – 2000
Trianon Mekanik Destruktiw Kommandoh – 2000
Triton Zelekt Zund 1 – 2005
Triton Zelekt Zund 2 – 2011
Alhambra 1 – 2009
Alhambra 2 – 2009

12 CDs – 35 musicians – 500 minutes of Music!

To purchase Magma’s Köhnzert Zünd:
http://v2.seventhrecords.com/en/ ;
seventh@seventhrecords.com

Magma Official Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/MAGMA-123777837633298/timeline/

For more information:
http://www.jazzvillagemusic.com/#/artists?view=bio&id=43

Press inquiries: Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

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2015/10/26

UK Hitmakers Cutting Crew Release First New Album In Ten Years! OUT NOW!

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For Immediate Release

UK Hitmakers Cutting Crew Release First New Album In Ten Years!
OUT NOW!

London, UK – CUTTING CREW has announced details of their first new material for ten years. The multi-million selling, Grammy nominated UK outfit fronted by Nick Van Eede were responsible for one of the biggest hits of the 1980s – with (I Just) Died In Your Arms – and the band’s revelatory new album entitled Add To Favourites is their strongest to date and is OUT NOW on In Like Flynn Records, via Cherry Red Records.

A single from the album – the Jackson Browne/George Harrison-tinged Till The Money Run$ Out – was released on September 4th. With some glorious Californian harmonies Van Eede sings “Now you said that you like to play the field/And I should get over it/But when all of your games got to be revealed/I was the last to hear of it,”

It’s hardly surprising that (I Just) Died In Your Arms is seen as songwriter Nick Van Eede’s greatest achievement and yet this Pyrrhic victory surely masks Van Eede’s subsequent song-writing collaborations with artists including Mika, Pixie Lott, Marillion and Cher.

Add To Favourites, which features guitarists Gareth Moulton and Joolz Dunkley, bassist Nick Kay, keyboardist Jono Harrison, drummer Martyn Baker and the Blackjack Horns, is Van Eede’s “tip of the hat to artists I’ve always adored” – from Otis Redding to Frank Zappa(!)

The album also tackles weighty subjects such as relatives and friends gone too soon (Van Eede lost both his younger brother and his long-time Cutting Crew bedfellow Kevin MacMichael some time ago) on Looking For A Friend and the Berlin Wall on Berlin In Winter which Van Eede performed live in Berlin at the 25th Anniversary of The Wall’s demise last November.

Van Eede has revealed that he wrote “80% of the album under water” and the album’s startling artwork featuring our protagonist emerging as a knight from a swimming pool is inspired by the fact that Van Eede is a supremely gifted swimmer and that several of his friends have suggested he would be able to swim a mile whilst wearing full body armour. A full UK tour – due to take place above ground – is set to be announced in the next few weeks.

Watch the video for “Till The Money Run$ Out” Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWbd9k2SNWQ

Track Listing:
1. TILL THE MONEY RUNS OUT
2. LOOKING FOR A FRIEND
3. BERLIN IN WINTER
4. KEPT ON LOVIN YOU
5. SAN FERIAN
6. ALREADY GONE
7. AS FAR AS I CAN SEE
8. BIGGEST MISTAKE OF MY LIFE
9. ONLY FOR YOU
10. (SHE JUST HAPPENED TO BE) BEAUTIFUL

For more information: http://www.cuttingcrew.biz & http://www.facebook.com/CuttingCrewMusic

To purchase:
Amazon CD: http://geni.us/3m0k
Amazon Digital: http://geni.us/1MMb
iTunes: http://geni.us/1Xh0

Press inquiries: Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8258 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

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2015/10/25

Metal Icon THOR Unleashes Pure Metal Vengeance With Help From A Host Of His Punk/Hard Rock Superstar Friends, Debuts New Video On Metal Hammer!

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For Immediate Release

Metal Icon THOR Unleashes Pure Metal Vengeance With Help From A Host Of His Punk/Hard Rock Superstar Friends, Debuts New Video On Metal Hammer!

Features guests Henry Rollins, Fast Eddie Clarke, Cheetah Chrome, Jay Jay French, Joe “Shithead” Keithley and more!

Los Angeles, CA – After a year that saw a deluxe reissue of his career-launching 1983 album Unchained as well as seeing his life’s story retold in the documentary film I AM THOR, which has been picking up awards at such prestigious film festivals as Slamdance and Fantasia Fest, metal legend Jon Mikl THOR is capping off one of the biggest years of his career with the release of his newest studio album Metal Avenger on October 30! Joining the metal savior on this epic recording is a slew of luminaries from both the rock and punk worlds including powerhouse vocalist Henry Rollins, Motörhead guitarist Fast Eddie Clarke, Dead Boy Cheetah Chrome, Twister Sister axeman Jay Jay French, Christian Death guitarist Rikk Agnew, D.O.A.’s own Joey Shithead plus Ritchy Stotts of Plasmatics, Betsy Bitch and many others! The album will be available on both CD as well as a limited edition “blood red” vinyl pressing courtesy of Deadline Music!

“This is my most ambitious and best album in the history of my career,” THOR states boldly. Reteaming with producers Bruce Duff (Twisted Roots) and Frank Meyer (Streetwalkin’ Cheetahs), the group began writing new material and “came up with the concept of the ‘Metal Avenger’ whereby each song represents THOR’s quest to overcome the overlords of the planet Psykon and free the slaves on the master ship. There is adventure, intrigue and love in the lyrics and story. But most of all there is strength in the music. These songs are HEAVY yet melodic.” Recording took place at Kitten Robot studios with engineer Paul Roessler (The Screamers, 45 Grave) behind the board. Speaking of his guest performers, THOR offers, “I was very fortunate to perform with these incredible musicians who are each superhero characters in their own right. With my Comrades of Metal, I feel more powerful than ever!”

Check out the world premiere of the “Metal Avenger” video at Metal Hammer starting Friday!
http://metalhammer.teamrock.com/features/2015-10-23/thor-heavy-metal-s-first-superhero

Catch THOR perform live along with screenings of his documentary at these following locations:

Nov 10 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
Nov 11 – Portland, OR – Dante’s
Nov 12 – Los Angeles, CA – Whisky A Go-Go
Nov 14 – San Antonio, TX – Phil Anselmo’s Housecore Horror Film Festival
Nov 16 – Chicago, IL – Reggie Rock Club
Nov 18 – Detroit, MI – Small’s Bar
Nov 20 – Philadelphia, PA – PhillyMOCA
Nov 22 – Brooklyn, NY – Saint Vitus Bar

THOR originated in the early ‘70s with body building champion and former Mr. USA Jon Mikl Thor, and quickly gained a devout following thanks in part to the band’s elaborate and supremely entertaining live shows, which frequently featured Jon performing not just outstanding anthems of metal but also astounding feats of strength – bending steel bars with his teeth and exploding water bottles with his lungs! Jon would go on to appear on the Merv Griffin Show, which led to the licensing deal with RCA in late 1976 and the release of their debut album Keep The Dogs Away the following year. But it wasn’t until the group’s 1984 EP Unchained and the follow-up full-length album, Only The Strong, that Jon Mikl & Co. really began to flex their muscles. Those releases contained the now classic songs such as “Lightning Strikes,” “Anger,” “Let The Blood Run Red” and “Thunder On The Tundra,” which earned the band a truly international following. Through the years that following has grown and solidified as new generations of classic metal heads discover the awesome power of the mighty THOR!

Track List
1. Out Of Control feat. Jussi Lehtisalo (Circle)
2. Metal Avenger feat. Fast Eddie Clarke (Motörhead)
3. Kings Of Thunder And Lightning feat. Scott Carlson (Repulsion)
4. Master Of Revenge feat. Henry Rollins (Black Flag)
5. Destruct feat. Brian Forsythe (Kix)
6. The Hammer feat. Jay Jay French (Twisted Sister)
7. Taste Of Victory feat. Betsy Bitch (Bitch) & Rikk Agnew (Christian Death)
8. Heavy Load
9. Legions Of The Psykon World feat. Jack Starr (Virgin Steele)
10. Drive feat. Cheetah Chrome (The Dead Boys)
11. Stars Upon Stars feat. Betsy Bitch (Bitch)
12. T.H.O.R. feat. Joey Shithead (D.O.A.)
13. Atomic Man feat. Peter Stjärnvind (Krux)
14. Wings Of Destiny feat. Niklas Stålvind (Wolf)
15. Law Of The Universe

Buy the CD: http://cleorecs.com/store/shop/thor-metal-avenger-cd/
Buy the LP: http://cleorecs.com/store/shop/thor-metal-avenger-limited-edition-blood-red-lp/
Buy the digital album: http://flyt.it/ThorMetalAvengerDigi

Press inquiries:
Glass Onyon PR
Billy James
PH: 828-350-8158
glassonyonpr@gmail.com

CLEOPATRA RECORDS, Inc.
11041 Santa Monica Blvd #703
Los Angeles CA 90025
http://www.CleopatraRecords.com

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2015/10/22

Groundbreaking Percussionist From Electronic Pioneers KRAFTWERK Releases Anthology Of Recent Works!

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For Immediate Release

Groundbreaking Percussionist From Electronic Pioneers KRAFTWERK Releases Anthology Of Recent Works!

Los Angeles, CA – As the electronic percussionist during Kraftwerk’s peak of creativity, Wolfgang Flür’s place among the pioneers of modern music is assured. Kraftwerk’s computerized rhythms and deceptively simple beats, which produced such classics as “Autobahn,” “Showroom Dummies,” “Trans-Europe Express,” and “The Model,” made them one of the most influential bands of the 20th century. But Flür’s influence extends even beyond his creative musical talents to include his technological gifts as exemplified by his co-inventing of the first ever electronic drum pad, alongside Kraftwerk founder Florian Schneider, which Flür put to good use both in Kraftwerk’s stage show as well as studio recordings. Now, a new collection of Flür’s solo recordings from the last decade is about to see release in the US on Cleopatra Records October 30.

The collection, entitled Eloquence, kicks off with the highly autobiographical track “I Was A Robot,” which hit #6 on the German club charts upon its initial release in 2004. Immediately following is a stunning quasi-sequel to the Kraftwerk classic “The Model” called “Cover Girl.” In contrast to the cold, calculating compositions of his former band, Flür’s solo work is densely layered and veers more toward the warmth of house music with the catchiness of techno. This collection also features a number of prominent guest producers including Nitzer Ebb’s Bon Harris and Meat Beat Manifesto’s Jack Dangers as well as Pizzicato Five vocalist Nomiya Maki. Kraftwerk fans and anyone looking for some superbly crafted electronic music will not want to miss this exciting release.

Track List
1. I Was A Robot
2. Cover Girl (The Ninjaneer Mix)
3. On The Beam
4. Blue Spark
5. Staying in the Shadow with Jack Dangers
6. Moda Makina (Fashion Machine) with Ramón Amezcua
7. Beat Perfecto
8. Axis of Envy with Bon Harris
9. Best Friend’s Birthday
10. Pleasure Lane
11. Silk Paper
12. Golden Light with Anni Hogan
BONUS TRACKS
13. Cover Girl (English Version)
14. Cover Girl (German Version)
15. On The Beam (German Version)
16. On The Beam (Japanese Version)
17. On The Beam (Tokyo Minimal Mix)

Buy the CD: http://flyt.it/WolfgangFlurCD
Buy the digital album: http://flyt.it/WolfgangFlurDigi

Press inquiries:
Glass Onyon PR
Billy James
PH: 828-350-8158
glassonyonpr@gmail.com

CLEOPATRA RECORDS, Inc.
11041 Santa Monica Blvd #703
Los Angeles CA 90025
http://www.CleopatraRecords.com

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