| LATEST AOR NEWS |
KYLE VINCENT - Kyle has just released a CD with recordings from the 80s and early 90s called 'Sweet 16'. This album is a so-called mainstream 80s AOR/Radiorock record, so pretty interesting for people who liked his CD 'A night like this' that was released by AOR HEAVEN a few years ago. Next week a review of the album. |
HAVEN - NOW
& THEN / FRONTIERS is pleased to announce that the
angelic, yet tough voice you hear in your head finally
has a name. Her name is "Pamme". The music she
plays is the one thing you can't escape from. Pamme is
the singer with the latest hot new band to come out of
the U.S. and the band is called Haven. Haven is the first female fronted act to be signed to the label in 5 years and is only the third in total, following Jaime Kyle and Dante Fox. This shows just how much potential NOW & THEN / FRONTIERS believes Haven has within the band. |
JASON BECKER - "Warmth
In The Wilderness" Part II - Coming soon |
MILLION - The new Million
album, their fourth studio album, is called
"DETONATOR" |
Z ROCK-2001 In a shrewd move by Z Records label boss Mark Alger, this years Z Rock event has moved to The Ritz in Manchester, England. The Ritz is a large venue with an upstairs area which was reserved for the bands and VIP guests. It's the first time since the mid 90's that a melodic rock fest such as this one has moved outside of Wigan (small town/village about 45 mins drive from Manchester), and it's about time to, so a big pat on the back to Mr.Alger for moving the scene on to bigger pasteures. I arrived at the
venue a little early and waited in the queue outside with
everyone else. The bus with all the bands on pulled up
and Chip Z' Nuff got out and came to meet us all and
nicked my last stick of gum ha ha!! Nice guy, great
attitude. My first glance inside The Ritz was of the
stage itself which looks mighty professional compared to
the stage at Maximes in Wigan, it's larger with more
spotlights and more room for the bands to move around in
and really put on a show for us fans, such as when Von
Groove's Newcastle born frontman Michael Shotton climbed
onto the top of the massive sound speakers to sing a few
numbers during the bands triumphant debut UK set, a move
that was later matched by Enuff Z' Nuff's Donnie Vie. Talk of sound problems, there was one flaw of the day which totally succeeded in ruining SEVEN WISHES set, I bet the guys were really gutted this year as the audience also failed to get into the bands sharp melodic hard rock, people were standing around unimpressed which is ironic as last year they rocked up a storm. Technical problems aside, Seven Wishes did their best to please and for me personally it was good to see them rock once again. After Seven Wishes we were treated to the mighty PRISONER (minus Tommy Deander due to ill health) who put on an energetic performance which the crowd lapped up with joy. I really enjoyed the way the two singers Geir Ronning and Piere Wensberg swapped their vocals parts and dueted with one another, they were clearly having so much fun and the crowd just loved it. I have to say that live these two singers compliment one another as both have immense vocal ranges which just totally blew me and everyone else away especially when during mid set we were treated to a stop/start medley of well known rock hits including 'Smoke On The Water'. I also have to add that adding to Prisoner's star quailty is their stand in guitarist who filled in for Tommy Denander. He did a marvellous job with the songs. This guy is a star in the making and his style in his own right is similar to that of Eric Johnson and Shawn Lane, so we are definitely talking shred quality here. The only bad pointer of the set was not the songs but instead the bass player, dressed in a black suite with black t-shirt he just stood lifelessly to the left of the stage and just did his thing, a few more smiles wouldn't go a miss next time mate. All in all Prisoner conquered today and I really hope they come back soon for more dates. I spoke with Geir
sometime after the gig and he informed how beautiful the
song 'Desert Island' he and Tommy had recorded with Kee
Marcello for the Jason Becker Tribute cd had come out and
how moved and chuffed he was to be helping Jason. You
could see the gleam of emotion in his eyes. DREAM HUNTER
came on next, I caught the opening of 'Bad Attitude' from
their new album when we decided to go and get Following Dream
Hunter came the debut UK show for Doug Aldrich (Bad Moon
Rising) and Keith St.John's BURNING RAIN who were
definitely the heaviest and most bombastic of the day
Burning Rain are the reason why I came to Z Rock this
year and they rocked dudes!! They ripped into monsters
from both their albums "Burning Rain" and
"Pleasure To Burn" such as the frantic shred
attack of 'Fireball', 'Love Emotion', the excellent
'Cherie Don't Break My Heart' and the fun packed crowd
pleaser 'Sex Machine'. And what about VON GROOVE then? Was that performance legendary or what? This was the bands long awaited debut show here in the UK and they were greeted with roars and cheers from the crowd right thoughout their set of which they churned out all the hits from 'House Of Dreams' and 'Should've Been Me' and 'Chameleon', the awesome newies 'Oxygen' and 'The Seventh Day' through to 'Once Is Not Enough', 'Mission Man', 'Guns Over London' and many others. They also teased the crowd with a minute long 'Two Nights In Tokyo' and a stunning drum solo to much amusement and also got the crowd singing along to an extended 'Once Is Not Enough' which was filled with plenty of crowd yelling chant's of "Na Na Na's" during the song's chorus, you know what I mean if you were there!! On one occasion singer Michael Shotton dived into the audience and sung a couple of numbers surrounded by the fans. He also climbed onto one of the speakers and really got the crowd pumped up as did guitarist Malden making this a classic performance indeed. Then it was time for the headliners - Chicago's ENUFF Z' NUFF. Prior to Enuff Z' Nuff's set I had the pleasure of talking to Khalil Turk from Escape Music who is a very nice guy. He informed me that Departure are in the studio in New York working on a new album with new AOR god Timothy Lewis handling the mic. Khalil said the new album is due in September and there is talk of some Departure shows in the UK this or next year. It was also nice to finally meet writing partner Phil Ashcroft from Fireworks, as well as regular concert goers Graham Hatton, Mike Newdeck, Rob Evans, John from Loud1, Gez and Sue from Voltz Magazine and Sir Mark Alger himself who was running around all day like a blue assed fly. Anyway's, the minute Chip 'n Donnie 'n co hit the stage the crowd roared like maniacs as this was the bands first show here since 1996, and despite Chip hurting himself when he fell down a two foot hole behind the drum riser, he stood the show out to admirable effect. So respect where respect is due. The set consisted of all the old favourites like 'New Thing', 'Fly High Michelle', 'Time To Let You Go' and numerous songs pulled from all the bands albums. During 'Baby Loves You' the band were joined on stage by two sassy dancing girls with bizarre hairstyles, especially the purple haired one! (I'm sure they used to be in Tigertailz ha ha), they did their stuff to a joyous response and drool from us lads. During mid set
Ricky Parent performed a galloping drum solo of which he
was joined by Chip. Together the pair performed a drum
duet solo to much amusement. Over all having never seen
Enuff Z'Nuff live before I was pretty pleased with the
performance they gave, especially considering the fact
that Chip had hurt himself. The set was only spoiled for
everyone when some arsehole made an attempt to join the
band on stage, but this was quickly diverted before he
got a foot on there as the bouncers quickly piled in and
sorted the idiot out. Why on earth do these people have
to go and spoil things for everyone? Anyway the audience
lapped up every minute of their set which ended a superb
day of seven superb bands. Yeah Burning Rain were great
and so were Enuff Z' Nuff. For me though the bands of the
day simply had to be PRISONER (Review by Nicky Baldrian) |
ATELLO - Amazing American hard rockers ATELLO have just booked into the studio to start recording their new album "The Wrecking Ball". Visit www.ATELLO.com for more info and studio updates |
HENSLEY/LAWTON - Ex Uriah Heep main man KEN HENSLEY announce that the cooperation between him and JOHN LAWTON is over. HENSLEY has formed a new band and the first gig will be at the SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL in Sweden June 8th 2001. A promise from Ken is that he will play all the Uriah Heep classics as well as new material. The name of the new band will be announced soon. |
LOCOMOTIVE MUSIC - The latest news from the Spanish label... Locomotive Music
News May 2001 MAGO DE OZ have
reached number two on the official record charts of Spain
(AFYVE) with their |
DEF LEPPARD - They are working on their new CD and will start recording soon. The new CD will be released sometime next year. |
HUMAN FORTRESS - HUMAN FORTRESS will release their as yet untitled debut album for Limb Music in September. |
PANGAEA - PANGAEA have just completed work on their third studio album which is due out soon more info http://www.pangaea-rock.com |
PAT BENATAR - Fans of PAT BENATAR must check out the excellent Rebecca Torellas. Visit her website at http://rebecca.hispeed.com OR http://rebeccatorrellas.iuma.com |
FREEDOM CAGE - Miami's FREEDOM CAGE are back in buisness after main man ERIC BABL had his studio hit by lightning. Eric had to replace all his equipment. The band have completed three new songs and plan to have the album released via Z Records next year. |
TALON - TALON start tracking their debut album for Frontiers/Now And Then in the summer. |
ZANISTER - and their newest release 'Fear No Man' has been receiving rave reviews from around the world. The twin guitar attack of Michael Harris and David T. Chastain is one of the most formidable in metal. For the latest press raves about this band checkout http://www.leviathanrecords.com/zanrv.htm For those of you in the press the band is still doing promotional interviews. If you would like to arrange one please let us know as soon as possible. |
THE REIGN OF TERROR - THE REIGN OF TERROR, featuring guitar wiz Joe Stump and vocalist supreme Michael Vescera, have just had their new release 'Sacred Ground' released on Limb Music in Europe. It will hit the US stores on April 24th. This metal masterpiece features everything you would want in a power metal band. The group also features Event drummer Matt Scurfield and bassist Jay Rigney. For further info go to http://www.thereignofterror.com Once again for those of you in the press the band is available for interviews. Please contact TC at Limb Music to arrange press. His e mail is promotion@limb-music.de The band will be touring the Midwest, South and East Coast in June. |
DAVID T. CHASTAIN - DAVID T. CHASTAIN has just put the
finishing touches on his first studio rock instrumental
in 10 years. The Cd is called 'Rock Solid Guitar' and is
a rip roaring affair that is not your typical shred
instrumental Cd. David states "The Cd is closer to a
heavy revved up SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN than neoclassical
burn. It is much more improvisation than worked out
arpeggios and other technical flair. This really is my
personal favorite type of music. I am very happy with
this release." Kramer |
VAINGLORY - VAINGLORY's monumental debut Cd '2050' has just been released in South America and will be released in Europe in May. Guitarist Corbin King, vocalist Ted Brasier, drummer Brian Harris and bassist Kevin Kekes have recorded a devastating piece of music. This concept album deals with what we can expect the world to look like in 2050 if we continue in the direction we are now heading. Corbin's mean rhythms and over the top leads sounds like a mixture of Mustaine & Malmsteen. Highly recommended. For further info go to http://www.leviathanrecords.com/vainglory.htm |
CHASTAIN - There are rumors floating around on the internet about a new CHASTAIN band Cd so we are now here to set the record straight. David T. has completed the recording of all the guitars. Kate is working hard on the vocal tracks. Kate's husband drummer Larry Howe, formerly of Vicious Rumors, is currently rehearsing the tracks in San Francisco with bassist Dave Starr, also formerly of VR. No official release date has been scheduled for this Cd. Says David, "The music is really happening on numerous fronts. Kramer sent me one of their new Barettas guitars and the music just flowed out of it like a river. What is really weird is that the solos sound like they have been lifted out of the 'Instrumental Variations' era. It is strange that it happened that way but it is really cool stuff." We hope for the project to be completed within a few months with a release in late 2001. |
SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN - SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN is still receiving
rave reviews from 'Exotic Dancer Blues.' States David T.
"As unusual as it may seem EDB has been the best
reviewed Cd of my career! I guess it is such a departure
that it freaks people out at first but then they hear
where we are coming from and get into it. The music
brings back a lot of good memories for all concerned. I
talk with people in and out of the press all the time who
just go on and on about how much they like the Cd. I
guess I should have released this Cd 10 years ago!"
David, along with drummer Dennis Lesh and bassist Kevin
Kekes, should be hitting the road sometime this summer
for selected dates and entering the studio late in 2001
for a 2002 release. Tentative title for the new Cd is
'Ladies of the Night' and will once again feature a
scantily clad beauty on the cover in the Gents tradition!
As always your can check out the latest at |
TAKARA - Well it that time again to update everyone on the the status of the new Takara CD. As most of you might know by the now the new CD" Perception of Reality" is in the final phase of being finished. We will start mixing the album in May. The long awaited new CD contains nine new songs! Here is the track listing as follows... 1) Miles Away On another note we intend to put some small sound bytes on the site in the next month to let some of you sample some of our new songs before they are released. Also, anyone that signs the guestbook from now on will be put on our online mailing list too. Well thats it for now.please remember to check back often to the Takara homepage for updates on the new CD "PERCEPTION OF REALITY" http://srd.yahoo.com/goo/takara+jeff+scott+soto+site%3awww.ultranet.com/ Pretty soon a full studio report from TAKARA! |
VAN STEPHENSON - A truly sad day it became when I heard that AOR legend VAN STEPHENSON died yesterday. The man who brought us 3 classic AOR albums in the 80s and wrote so many other songs for other bands and artists (such as GIANT, JUICE NEWTON and a lot of country performers). Unfortunately Van didn't win the battle of cancer and so we have to say goodbye from a legend. His music will live on forever and I certainly will never forget the man behind 'Suspicious heart' and the other classics. RIP |
JASON BECKER TRIBUTE CD UPDATE - GERHARD PICHLER and TED POLEY have just completed work on their contribution to the upcoming Jason Becker Tribute cd "Warmth In The Wilderness". "Jason is an incredibly talented guitarist" says Gerhard "It took me a while to figure out what was going on with the groove of "Drop in the Bucket"…" Musicians around the world are contributing their time and skills to create this cd (a double) which will benefit Jason and his family. Jason played guitar for David Lee Roth and Cacophony, so the guys choose to record the DLR song "DROP IN THE BUCKET" which Jason wrote for DLR.. Other world class musicians playing on this track along with Gerhard (guitars & engineer) and Ted (lead & backing vocals) are Jonathan Mover (DRUMS), Kenny Aaronson (FRETLESS BASS) + Johnny Balsamo (BASS), Mark Mangold (HAMMOND KEYS) + Paul Morris (KEYS), Machan Taylor (BACKING VOCALS)+ John Pace (PRODUCER). The tracks were recorded last Sunday at SAE Studios NYC and the song came out really great.Ted says "It was for a great cause and it all came together wonderfully, it was so great to work with such professionals. We had so much fun doing it that we are considering doing more work together in the future! I was especially happy to get to work with Kenny Aaronson (Derringer, HSAS)who has always been one of my heros since I saw him playing with Rick Derringer in 1978 at Madison Square Gardens, and of course I brought my HSAS CD (one of my all time favorites!) to the studio and had him autograph it for me, he is the nicest guy!" |
LIEGE LORD - LIEGE LORD guitarist PAUL NELSON will also contribute a song to the cd, whilst HAVEN'S Pamme will collaborate with Johnny Lima, Alex Masi and Lars Eric Mattsson on a verison of the DLR hit "Tell The Truth". |
PAUL GILBERT - PAUL GILBERT has also recorded a cover of Todd Rundgrens '"Hawking" which is a song about the disease Jason suffer's from. The cd will surface sometime this summer via Lion Music www.lionmusic.com |
MELODICA - More MELODICA news : - The bands
USAcoustic cd is now out. You can email the bands record
label @ TPGPMelodica@aol.com Both Ted and Gerhard will be happy to
autograph the cd on request which will only be available
directy. Melodica will play live in the UK in August in
support of the fourthcoming "LOVE METAL"
release at the following venues : Support on the tour will come from hot UK rockers BRAVE NEW WORLD (formerly known as Passion Street). Brave New World recently wrapped up recordings on their new album "Monsters" at Kim Baeckgraard's (Aces High) studio in Denmark, whilst Torben Schmidt (Skagarack) oversaw the albums mastering. "Monsters just rocks, it sounds like a whole new band, the songs are so original and fresh, so cool, Baeckgraard has done an amazing production job, unbelievable, best British act in years" says journalist Nicky Baldrian from the UK. Brave New World will release "Monsters" to coincide with the Melodica shows. You can email Brave New World @ RickCartey@onetel.net.uk |
Z ROCK 2001 - Z ROCK 2001 TO CONQUER GERMAN SOIL: |
MIKE CAMPESE - Former Jekyll & Hyde guitar player
Mike Campese is currently remastering his first solo
album "Total Freedom'. Mike's current cd "Full
Circle" has been recieving rave reviews from all
corners of the world which led Mike to some shows with
Yngwie Malmsteen in the US recentley. "Total
Freedom" will be released in the summer. Mike is
also working on his third solo album and has also just
completed a cover of the Cacophony classic
"Concerto" for the fourth coming Jason Becker
Tribute cd "Warmth In The Wilderness" which is
scheduled for release in June. |
SINGER WANTED - For Immediate Release March 12, 2001 (Los Angeles, CA) The search is on to find a new vocalist to complete the lineup of the band that will usher in a new era of melodic hard rock to the airwaves of mainstream America. Offering a fresh take on time-honored influences like Van Halen, Bon Jovi and Def Leppard, this as-yet unnamed band has already attracted the attention of the industry with their driving riffs, irresistible hooks, and a vital sense of urgency that only youth can bring. With an album's worth of material currently being recorded for a summer release and a high-concept promotional plan waiting to be set into motion, the only variable missing from the formula is the frontman to lead the charge. Suitable candidates should be, without exception, in their early to mid 20s with a vocal range capable of handling both aggressive arena rockers and tender, heartfelt ballads. They must also be captivating live entertainers in the tradition of rock icons such as David Lee Roth, Jon Bon Jovi, and Sebastian Bach. The ability to play occasional rhythm guitar is a plus, but is not required. Because this is an actual band and not a "project," all newcomers will be fully encouraged to be an active part of the writing process, from which the band, as a complete unit, will select the cream of the crop. Furthermore, candidates should either be currently residing in the Los Angeles area or else be willing to relocate to it. Finally, and most importantly, they must have the hunger and dedication to make their dreams a reality. Interested parties are invited to send an e-mail to SingerInquiry@aol.com or to send a package (including a CD/cassette and a recent photo) to: R&R Management |
POSITION - New Jersey's up coming hard rockers Position are currently writing material for their third studio album with new guitarist Dave "Lefty" Lefkowitz. The band will be returning to RightCoast Studios in Columbia,Pa at the end of March with producer/engineer Dave Natale (who's been on tour with Tina Turner) Natale will record the sessions. email Al for more info : POSITIONNJ@aol.com |
JASON BECKER TRIBUTE
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"WARMTH IN THE WILDERNESS" |
GARY SCHUTT - Gary Schutt is currently working on two major projects right now. The one taking priority is a home video for the Playthings CD. It will have five music videos, a behind the scenes segment and two music videos for songs off the Sentimetal CD with Gary playing everything LIVE with himself!!! Gary is also working on his third solo CD which is going to be a concept album, possibly two CD's long. The songs vary from strait ahead AOR to progressive. No release dates as of yet. |
SUGARCREEK - Just a short note SUGARCREEK has been traced. The legend Pomprockers will be interviewed by us the coming weeks and hopefully a full report on what they're doing right now. I can not guarantee this, because you never know if these old bands are still interested in some press on them. Also an interview with ALPHA may happen soon, all depends on the bands! |
PROMOTION - Swedish AOR/Westcoast Rockers PROMOTION have changed their name into GRAND ILLUSION and will release their new CD pretty soon. I already heard this album lasy year and can easily conclude it's the best effort of the band so far, pure AOR! Here's some more info... STEP RIGHT UP TO
SEE THE GRAND ILLUSION!!! |
MISTHERIA - MISTHERIA ¥ the only God of keyboards ¥ Hi friends! Mistheria will
depart from Italy on the 26th of march, destination: USA!
In Orlando he will record his majestic keyboards on Rick
Renstrom's new album (Rick Renstrom is a member of Rob
Rock's great band). In the meantime,
in June, the tribute album to Jason Becker "Warmth
in the Wilderness" will be available worldwide from
Lion Music; amongst Marty Friedman, Paul Gilbert, Vinnie
Moore, Kee Marcello, Mark Boals, Joe Lynn Turner, Alex
Masi, Lars Eric Mattsson, Anders Johansson… will
also be present the virtuoso keyboard maestro Mistheria
(special guest on guitar, Rick Renstrom)! Up and above all
this imminent collaborations, recordings and gigs... stay
tuned. Mistheria has finally conceded to appear to your
eyes in his wholeness.... this is the Event! |
PRIOR PARK - Un-Plugged LP in the works should be
finished by the end of june.- Jeff |
DARE - Latest news “Fiesta”, Sun, “Sangria”, and AOR. See you in Spain. |
FRONTIERS RECORDS - Here's the release schedule for 2001 of UK's leading AOR label... 2001 Release
Schedule |
PERRIS RECORDS - Perris Records release Aerosmithsonain - A Tribute to Aerosmith was promoted on VH-1 Rock Show hosted by Scott Ian (Antrax) Video clips of Dangerous Toys & Keel were shown as Scott Ian named featured artist appearing on the tribute. In the month of March Tower Records is featuring the Aerosmithsonian in listening booths in stores Nationwide along with a full page ad in Rolling Stone Magazine and a two page ad in Pulse magazine. Perris is giving away 10 Autographed Fender Squier Strat Guitars, featuring autographs by Slash, Keri Kelli (Ratt,Slash's Snakepit) Jimmy Crespo (Rough Cutt, X-Aerosmith),Steve Fister (Lita Ford), Paul Shortino (Rough Cutt,Quiet Riot), Carmine Appice (Ozzy, Rod Stewart),Derek St. Holmes (Ted Nugent Vocalist), and members of Babylon AD, Dangerous Toys, Lillian Axe, Warrant, & Every Mothers Nightmare. For more Perris details check out www.perrisrecords.com and sign up on the giveaway email list. |
STARCASTLE - Starcastle Archive CD "Chronos - Volume 1" is the title of the new Starcastle archive CD to be released in April. We are pushing the CD’s release out one month as we want to do the best job possible for the fans. Again, thanks for your patience! Here’s the song list for Volume1: Forces The first three tracks are from the bands early years, and includes the previously unheard "Dance Of The Physotrons". The version of "Lady Of The Lake" presented here is from the original demo done at "Golden Voice Studios" in Pekin, IL. The following six songs present the original demo for the "Fountains of Light" LP as the band intended the album to sound. You will find this version very different to the final recording. The booklet will feature background on the songs and commentary from the band. The CD will be available on Sunsinger Records from the Starcastle web site and good Progressive distributors and retailers. Eric Abrahamsen - Sunsinger Records www.starcastlemusic.com |
STARCASTLE - Starcastle
Update |
TYGERS
OF PAN TANG REVEAL NEW FRONTMAN: After being so
close to finally making it, Tony decided it was time to
return home to the north east of England. During early
January 2001 Tony was approached by Rob Weir re the
demanding position as frontman for the legendary Tygers
Of Pan Tang. The result a meeting the next day,
immediately the two hit it off and once more Tony proved
he was more than capable of holding the position. Rob
Weir then called the Z office and sent some samples, the
result the thumbs up from the label after only hearing
the sample cdr for 5 minutes.The band will commence
recordings during late March. |
STRUTTER'ZINE - Well, it's 2001 and we're still rockin' here at the Strutter'zine website. First of all I wanted to say thank you to everyone for hanging out on our site last year and hopefully you'll be checking it lots of times the coming year. As usual some updates on the news and reviewspages. If everything goes as planned, I will be updating the CLASSIC AOR PAGE more frequently to give you more info about AOR and Pomp from the past as this seems to get lost these days on the internet. Anyway, write and e-mail me with suggestions, info, your favourite albums etc. etc. |
NORWAY - NORWAY are just finishing up the writing and demos for the next record. Here are two confirmed titles: "Haunted" More news will follow soon. In the meantime, keep on checking their site at: http://www.norwayrocks.com/links.htm |
LION MUSIC - LION MUSIC have just signed guitar
hero JAMES BYRD. An album will emerge soon. |
DOMAIN - Germany’s DOMAIN will release a brand new album "One Million Lightyears Frome Home" on 5th of February via Point Music. The album is very bombastic, rather melodic and is very much in the vein of typical German eighties rock! Former Mr.Hate/Forever vocalist Carsten Schulz handles all vocals duties and will tour with the band. |
DANNY DANZI - is currently buys working on his new
album ‘Things here are going well’ says Danny,
‘the new band rocks, Wayne Davies (ex White Alice
Project) is working out very well, and the new tunes are
simply stellar and heavy with the hooks big enough to
land an orca’ add Danny |
VIRGIN STEELE - VIRGIN STEELE are playing the Underworld, in London on February 26th. |
BLACK ROSE - Another exciting release to look
forward to in the coming months is the third album from
Austria’s BLACK ROSE. |
EXPECT NEW RELEASE SOON FROM - Rubber (Harem
Scarem) Ultrafeel due out in Japan in Feb. |
SUBWAY - In a few weeks the band will go in to the studio and make a pre-production for their new album. In the meantime Francis Soto will sing on the debut album from WICKED SENSATION of which you can read an interview else where on the website. |
EVA - Are currently working on new songs and will record the pre-production in the next two months. |
BOB CATLEY - BOB CATLEY’s "Live In Belgium" VIDEO is available from Destiny Records at http://www.destinyrocks.co.uk |
JEFF WATSON - The Nightranger guitar player is currently working on a new studio album due for release later this year. |
PHIL VINCENT - Is set to release a double cd called ‘CIRCULAR LOGIC’ via SongHausMusic later this year. Phil’s currently album ‘Tragic’ is due out anytime. |
DREAMHUNTER - Dreamhunter are now nearly ready to mix their follow up to 2000's hugely successful "Kingdom Come" release. The new album has been given the working title of "Bad Attitude" and will be released during April prior to the bands appearance at Z2001. |
CHALLENGE - CHALLENGE have almost completed work on the follow up to their critically acclaimed 'Acoustic Universe' album. For more info visit http://home.earthlink.net/~challenge |
BRIAN MCDONALD - is currently busy preparing to go in and record his next studio album. In the meantime SONG HAUS MUSIC will reissue Brian's classic 'Drastic Measures' album in the New Year. |
BETSY - US Singer/songwriter BETSY whose music has often been comapred to Venus And Mars and Mark Free has been busy working on her new album which she says is more of a band project than her first album 'On My Way Back Home'. Betsy plans to have the as yet untitled album out before the spring. Check her out at http://www.wydview-records.com or email BetsyJ242@aol.com |
SAINTS AND SINNERS - featuring keyboard virtiouso Jesse Bradman hope to record a second album in 2001. |
KIVEL RECORDS UPDATE EARLY 2001 - TOUR DE FORCE
'UNRELEASED' Will be released on Dec 21 in Japan with a
brand new recorded bonus track! |
JULIAN ANGEL - Julian Angel´s album www.angel-rock.com is now available at |
FOREVER - have just signed to WaldingSound and want to thank everyone for the support and help.'Without you it would have not been possible to get this far ... thank you! We are all really curious and excited what will happen next. ' says main man Frankie, 'I must tell you that some changes in the lineup took place and we must go our way without our great singer Carsten "Lizard" Schulz. We wish him all the best for his future and we´ll stay in touch.' The band will announce their new singer in the New Year. |
BLACK ROSE - Sweden's are currently recording a
15-track cd for a release this spring. The cd will
contain re-recordings of old songs and some new ones (six
or seven I believe). Which will include the following
five songs |
AMUN RE - Will release a full studio album sometime next year. |
TOTO TRIBUTE - Check out http://www.mp3.com/MichaelRiesenbeck for all the latest on the TOTO tribute album. |