• Collin Leijenaar Drummer/Producer for Dutch Prog Group 'Dilemma' Talks New Album!
    Sep 6 2024
    DUTCH PROG ROCK GROUP DILEMMA RELEASE NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO “THUNDER” FROM FORTHCOMING THIRD ALBUM ‘THE PURPOSE PARADOX’: ZOOM EXCLUSIVE WITH DRUMMER COLLIN LEIJENAAR ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS LIVE FROM THE NETHERLANDS. Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. BIO: At the end of this summer, on September 20, modern progressive rock band DILEMMA presents its third full length album, ‘The Purpose Paradox’. This concept album, spanning over 60 minutes, will be released on CD, double LP and via all streaming platforms, and distributed internationally by Butler Records, a division of V2 Records. It features 9 brand new tracks ranging in length from 4 to nearly 16 minutes. The sound showcases a broader side of DILEMMA — louder, faster, more technical, more progressive. With new frontman Jermain van der Bogt (Wudstik), the vocals have become rawer and more varied. Almost six years after the previous record ‘Random Acts of Liberation’ the band sounds reborn. Like its predecessor, ‘The Purpose Paradox’ was produced by drummer Collin Leijenaar, who, together with the famed music wizard Rich Mouser (The Mouse House, LA), was also responsible for the mix and mastering. Thanks to their unmatched ears, the result is an audio experience that DILEMMA has worked on with great pride over the past years. Collin made a name in the progressive rock scene by becoming the drummer, bandleader and tour manager in the European live band of Neal Morse (Transatlantic/Flying Colors) where he subbed for Mike Portnoy (Transatlantic/Flying Colors/ex-Dream Theater). But he is not only a musician but also a successful entrepreneur. His main company is Novae (NO VEE) Popschool, a modern music school which is operating in The Netherlands. To date his music school has grown into an organization with over 500+ students and a team of 35 teachers, staff members and volunteers and has several locations across cities in The Netherlands. PLEASE WELCOME THE DRUMMER/PRODUCER/ENGINEER/ FOR DUTCH PROGRESSIVE ROCK BAND DILEMMA COLLIN LEIJENAAR TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS… PREORDER THE PURPOSE PARADOX BY DILEMMA "The Purpose Paradox" is our third studio album, and it's our most ambitious work yet. This album tells the story of Neon, a man navigating the complexities of life and searching for deeper meaning. Guided by a mysterious voice named Electra, Neon's journey is one of resilience, hope, and self-discovery. Pre-order the album here: https://shop.dilemma.band/ September 20, 2024, because that's the day we unleash this new chapter in our musical journey. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DILEMMA VISIT https://dilemma.band/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/WeAreDilemma/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/dilemma.band/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dilemma.band/ Twitter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAyxQjtGSrOrYJ5afcOGLOQ YouTube Collin Leijenaar links https://collinleijenaar.com/ Collin Leijenaar official website https://www.facebook.com/Collinleijenaar Facebook https://www.instagram.com/collinleijenaar/ Instagram https://nl.linkedin.com/in/collinleijenaar Twitter https://www.youtube.com/collinleijenaar YouTube DILEMMA UPCOMING SHOWS 2024 Fri, OCT 11 De Boerderij Zoetermeer, Netherlands Sun, NOV 24 Dilemma - aftershow Dream Theater - 40th Anniversary Tour Amsterdam, Netherlands With Dream Theater DILEMMA DISCOGRAPHY Studio albums Imbroccata (1995) Random Acts of Liberation (2018) The Purpose Paradox (2024) COLLIN LEIJENAAR DISCOGRAPHY with Affector 2012 - Armageddon with Neal Morse 2005 - Live in Berlin (live) 2006 - The Europe Winter 2006 Church Tour DVD 2006 - Question Mark & Beyond - Tour of Europe 2006 DVD (live DVD) 2006 - Live at the Kings Center DVD 2007 - Sing It High 2007 - ? Live (live) 2007 - Encores and New Songs 2008 - Sola Scriptura & Beyond (DVD) 2008 - Sola Scriptura Live (live CD) 2008 - Lifeline 2009 - So Many Roads: Live in Europe (live 3CD) with Jessica Koomen 2007 – "Can't Take That Away From Me" 2009 - "I Wish You Love" (live DVD) with The B-Band 1995 - Everybody Feels 1996 - Break The Chain 1996 - Immortal Emotion 1997 - One Way Out Of Hell 1998 - Try Me with Life@Opwekking 1998 - Let's Worship the Awesome God 1999 - Heart of Worship 2000 - Time to Worship 2002 - Here I Am 2003 - Secrets 2004 - Words 2005 - Friend of God 2006 - Free 2007 - Mystery with other artists 1996 - Cross The Edge - It's Time For War! 1997 - Recabite - Thanks Be To God 1998 - Andy Pratt - Forgiving Spirit 1998 - United - United 2000 - Elisa Krijgsman Bluesfriends - Blue Eyed Woman 2001 - Boom Aid - Now Or Never 2001 - Kaja - TMF Cafe Unplugged (live) 2002 - Kaja - Use...
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  • Jon Anderson 'YES' Legend Talks New Album with The Band Geeks!
    Aug 28 2024
    JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS RELEASE NEW ALBUM ENTITLED ‘TRUE’ AND TOURING “YES EPICS, CLASSICS, AND MORE” ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH ‘YES’ LEGENDARY SINGER JON ANDERSON! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho After months of anticipation, the debut album from Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks, “TRUE”, has been released. The nine-song album, produced by Jon and Richie Castellano, is the album YES fans worldwide have been waiting for since Jon’s departure from the band in 2008. The album’s centerpieces are two epic tracks, the 16 and a half minute “Once Upon a Dream” and the nearly 10 minute “Counties and Countries”. To celebrate the release, a video for “Counties and Countries” recently premiered. The video was created by Jon’s long-time videographer Michael Byrne. PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY SINGER… SONGWRITER... MUSICIAN… MOST RECOGNIZED AS THE VOICE OF ‘YES’ JON ANDERSON TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE The new album by JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS entitled ‘T R U E’ Available at https://ffm.to/jonandersontrue and amazon.com "TRUE the new album by Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks exceeds expectations. I consider it the best album of the year. Poetic songwriting, extraordinary musicians, Classic Yes demeanor and vocalizations. Every track is a triumph, a genuine Progressive Rock masterpiece!" 5 stars …By music journalist Ray Shasho FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JON ANDERSON AND THE BAND GEEKS VISIT https://jonanderson.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/TheJonAnderson/ Facebook https://www.instagram.com/jonandersonmusic/ Instagram Twitter - @JonYesEpic Twitter TikTok - @JonAndersonYESEpic TikTok YouTube - Jon Anderson YES Epics & Classics - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIvSkw_3SAs1Yy2Ro68GzLw https://richiecastellano.com/bandgeek/ Band Geek official website: JON ANDERSON & THE BAND GEEKS THE TOUR 2024 Jon and The Band Geeks commence leg 3 of their summer tour September 11 in Beverly, Mass. All remaining dates are below: 9/11/2024 - Beverly MA - Cabot Theatre 9/13/2024 - Glenside PA - Keswick Theatre 9/15/2024 - Glenside PA - Keswick Theatre 9/19/2024 - Portchester NY - Capitol Theatre 9/21/2024 - Montclair NJ - Wellmont Theatre 9/27/2024 - Staten Island NY - St George Theatre *w/Special Guests The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer DISCOGRAPHY JON ANDERSON SOLO Olias of Sunhillow (1976) Song of Seven (1980) Animation (1982) 3 Ships (1985) In the City of Angels (1988) Deseo (1994) Change We Must (1994) Angels Embrace (1995) Toltec (1996) Lost Tapes of Opio (1996) The Promise Ring (1997) Earth Mother Earth (1997) The More You Know (1998) Survival & Other Stories (2011) 1000 Hands: Chapter One (2019) True (forthcoming, August 2024) Pre Yes The Warriors - Singles : 1964 : "You Came Along" / "Don't Make Me Blue" (7", Single) - Album : 2003 : Bolton Club 65 - Recorded live in 1965 and published on CD in 2003 on Voiceprint Label. Yes Yes (1969) Time and a Word (1970) The Yes Album (1971) Fragile (1971) Close to the Edge (1972) Yessongs (1973) (triple live album) Tales from Topographic Oceans (1973) (double studio album) Relayer (1974) Yesterdays (1975) (studio compilation including rare cuts) Going for the One (1977) Tormato (1978) Yesshows (1980) (double live album, originally intended as triple) Classic Yes (1980) (studio compilation with two bonus unreleased live cuts) 90125 (1983) 9012Live: The Solos (1985) (live) Big Generator (1987) Union (1991) Yesyears (1991) (quadruple CD compilation box set including rare and unreleased tracks) Talk (1994) Keys to Ascension (1996) (studio & live double CD album) Keys to Ascension 2 (1997) (studio & live double CD album) Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 (1997; a.k.a. Astral Traveller) Open Your Eyes (1997) Yes, Friends and Relatives (1998) (double CD album compilation including remake of Owner of a Lonely Heart) The Ladder (1999) House of Yes: Live from House of Blues (2000) (double CD live album) Magnification (2001) In a Word: Yes (1969–) (2002) (quintuple CD compilation box set including rare and unreleased tracks) The Ultimate Yes: 35th Anniversary Collection (2004) (U.S. triple CD album edition including unreleased acoustic versions) The Word Is Live (2005) (triple CD live album) Live at Montreux 2003 (2007) (double CD live album) Union Live (2011) (double CD live album) Progeny: Seven Shows from Seventy-Two (2015) (14-CD live box set) Jon and Vangelis Studio albums Short Stories (1980) The Friends of Mr Cairo (1981) Private Collection (1983) Page of Life (1991) Page of Life (1998) (Alternate version not approved by Vangelis) Compilations The Best of Jon and Vangelis (1984) Chronicles (1994) Anderson, Harley & Batt Whatever You Believe (1988) (charity single) Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe (1989) In the Big Dream - A Video Compilation (1989) (video) An Evening...
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  • Tina Cole 'My Three Sons Actress Katie Douglas,' King Family Singer, Exclusive!
    Aug 24 2024

    Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho.

    Tina Cole has been a performer since she was old enough to walk and talk. She was brought up in the limelight of her famous parents: musician, Buddy Cole and Yvonne King of the singing King Sisters. Tina made her mark on the television world staring on the series Hawaiian eye at the age of 19 and continued to perform on television with her famous family, The King Family on ABC. Tina became a national sensation when she joined the cast of My Three Sons as Katie Douglas, and fans of the show fell in love with her. She received more fan mail than any other actor on all Fedderson produced shows at the time. Tina recently released her memoir entitled ‘My Three Lives’. As Tina takes you through her life's journey of both success and struggles, readers will walk away falling in love with her all over again.

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    Tina made her mark on the television world starring on the series Hawaiian Eye at the age of 19 and continued to perform on television with her famous family, The King Family on ABC.

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  • Bruce Kulick Former KISS Guitarist 'The Lost Interviews' Ep 17
    Aug 21 2024

    BRUCE KULICK

    'THE LOST INTERVIEWS'

    with RAY SHASHO

    EPISODE 17

    INTERVIEWED JUNE 22ND 2015

    Got to Get Back is the latest release by KKB, a 1974 power trio that featured lead guitarist Bruce Kulick, singer/bassist Mike Katz, and drummer Guy Bois. It’s a hard driving/progressive rock sound reminiscent to the styles of Cream, YES, and King Crimson. The band may have even become legendary if it hadn’t been for their lack of professional guidance. The title track …“Got to Get Back” is a brand new song. Kulick says … “I thought the way we could celebrate it the best after 40 years was actually to record a new song with the same guys, I gave Mike a riff that I thought was similar to the kind of progressive /metal trio style we did back in 1974 and he ran with it and turned into a terrific song.”

    Got to Get Back by KKB is a timeless gem performed by three first-rate musicians. (5) Stars!

    BRUCE KULICK was a veteran guitarist for “The Hottest Band In The World” … KISS! It was during the unmasking period for the legendary rockers who officially appeared in public without makeup in an appearance on MTV in 1983. Kulick would join KISS as their fourth lead guitarist in less than three years and holds title to the longest continuous tenure of anyone other than Simmons and Stanley (September 1984 to August 1996). Although Kulick never wore the band's iconic makeup, he says …“It keeps my era a little bit more unique and sacred in a sense and I’m there to waive the flag for it.”

    Bruce Kulick played on (5) KISS studio albums … Asylum, Crazy Nights, Hot in the Shade, Revenge, Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions. Kulick also appeared on Alive III and KISS Unplugged. The song "I Walk Alone" from Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions is the only KISS track to feature Kulick as lead vocalist. To date, Kulick is featured on more than (20) KISS releases.

    The ‘Farewell Tour’ featured original KISS members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss. Frehley left the group after the tour but Kulick was not asked to return as their lead guitarist; instead Tommy Thayer became the new spaceman for KISS. Kulick did however continue to work with the band by contributing on several albums.

    In 1997, Kulick formed ‘Union’ with lead vocalist/guitarist John Corabi (Mötley Crüe, Ratt), drummer Brent Fitz (Slash, Vince Neil), and bassist James Hunting (David Lee Roth, Eddie Money). ‘Union’ released (2) studio albums, two singles: "Old Man Wise" and "October Morning Wind," and a live album.

    Since 2001, Bruce Kulick has been the lead guitarist for Grand Funk Railroad. The original band was a power trio that featured current band members Don Brewer and Mel Schacher.

    I had the great please of chatting with Bruce Kulick recently about his latest release Got to Get Back with his first band KKB … Becoming a longtime guitarist with KISS … Playing with Grand Funk Railroad … Touring … Tommy Thayer … A new solo album? … The shock of being shot …My infamous ‘Field of Dreams’ question … and much-much more!

    Here’s my interview with the monstrous guitar player for KKB, Meatloaf, Blackjack w/Michael Bolton, KISS, Union, and Grand Funk Railroad … BRUCE KULICK.

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  • Patrick Simmons Legendary Doobie Brother on 'The Lost Interviews' Ep 16
    Aug 14 2024

    PATRICK SIMMONS

    'THE LOST INTERVIEWS'

    with RAY SHASHO

    Episode 16

    Interviewed Tuesday, November 15, 2011

    I had the opportunity to interview Doobie Brothers legendary guitarist and songwriter Patrick Simmons a few days before the 2011 Orlando Calling festival.

    Pat Simmons was introduced to future Doobie Brothers bandmates Tom Johnston and John Hartman by Moby Grape’s Skip Spence in 1969 forming the foundation to what would eventually be one of the most esteemed classic rock bands in history.

    Pat is usually identified as the Doobie Brother with the longest hair. His heartfelt vocal styles are significant to the band’s success. He’s an important musician with eclectic musical styles and tastes. Some of his many compositions with the band include the classic “Black Water” (which became their first number one hit) “South City Midnight Lady,” “Dependin’ On You,” “Dangerous,” “Echoes Of Love” and “Clear as the Driven Snow.” His on-stage presence is both surreal and overwhelming during his solo of “Jesus Is Just Alright.”

    Here’s my interview with singer, songwriter, guitar virtuoso, and founding member of The Doobie Brothers … Patrick Simmons

    Doobie Brothers official website http://www.doobiebros.com/

    Patrick Simmons musical credits on allmusic.com http://www.allmusic.com/artist/patrick-simmons-p20546/credits

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  • Jon Courtney Frontman for 'Pure Reason Revolution'Exclusive Interview!
    Jul 29 2024
    BRITISH PROG ROCK GROUP ‘PURE REASON REVOLUTION’ ANNOUNCE THEIR NEW ALBUM ‘COMING UP TO CONSCIOUSNESS’ AND NEW SINGLE “DIG TILL YOU DIE” ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH FOUNDER/SINGER/SONGWRITER/KEYBOARDIST/ JON COURTNEY ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. PURE REASON REVOLUTION is a British Rock group formed at Westminster University in 2003. Trying to fit PRR into a specific genre would be a difficult task, which is one of their attractive qualities. The group is set to release their sixth studio album Coming Up To Consciousness via InsideOutMusic. Their new to-be-released album will be out on September 6th. The album feature’s themes of betrayal, deception, fear, grief, mortality, and questions of sanity. Legendary musician Guy Pratt, known for working with the likes of Pink Floyd played the bass guitar on seven of the eight tracks on Pure Reason Revolution’s new album. The band tells fans to expect more ambitious bass lines in Coming Up To Consciousness than they’ve heard in any previous Pure Reason Revolution albums. The band was equally thrilled to work with multiple members of prog icon The Pineapple Thief; the record was mixed by Bruce Soord and mastered by Steve Kitch. Jon Courtney comments: “Spawned from the bereavement after my dog was put down, a numb & dry creative spell ensued, but after a meeting with my writer friend Craig Walker (Archive/Power of Dreams) & sharing how the last months had been, he urged me to get this experience down in lyrics & music. Suddenly the album flew out of me/us! In terms of the recording process, this album was probably the most enjoyable to make, with the various collaborations firing creativity. PLEASE WELCOME British musician best known as a singer, guitarist, keyboard player and songwriter for the progressive rock band Pure Reason Revolution JON COURTNEY to Interviewing the Legends … PREORDER THE NEW ALBUM BY PURE REASON REVOLUTION Entitled ‘COMING UP TO CONSCIOUSNESS’ Pre-order now here: https://purereasonrevolution.lnk.to/ComingUpToConsciousness Progressive alternative rock band, Pure Reason Revolution is set to release their sixth studio album Coming Up To Consciousness via InsideOutMusic. Their new to-be-released album will be out on September 6th. The album feature’s themes of betrayal, deception, fear, grief, mortality, and questions of sanity. The album will be available as a Limited CD+DVD Digipak (featuring 5.1 Surround Sound & High-Resolution Stereo Mixes), Standard CD Jewelcase, as well as a Gatefold ReVinyl LP (Recycled Vinyl), and digitally in both stereo and Dolby Atmos. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PURE REASON REVOLUTUON VISIT https://www.purereasonrevolutionofficial.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/purereasonrevolution Facebook https://www.facebook.com/purereasonrevolution Twitter https://www.instagram.com/purereasonrevolution_official/ Instagram PURE REASON REVOLUTION TOUR DATES Confirmed first tour dates in support of the album, playing in Europe alongside Lesoir in September & October, starting at Be Prog! My Friend Festival in Barcelona. 27th September – Be Prog! My Friend, Barcelona, Spain* 29th September – Stummsche Reithalle, Neunkirchen, Germany 30th September – Backstage By The Mill, Paris, France 1st October – Colos-Saal, Aschaffenburg, Germany 3rd October – Cpunt, Hoofddorp, Netherlands 4th October – Progpower Europe, Baarlo, Netherlands* 5th October – 013, Tilburg, Netherlands *No Lesoir *The band will also make their first appearance on Cruise To The Edge in 2025 PURE REASON REVOLUTION Discography Studio albums The Dark Third (2006) Amor Vincit Omnia (2009) Hammer and Anvil (2010) Eupnea (2020) Above Cirrus (2022) Coming Up to Consciousness (2024) Live albums Live at NEARfest 2007 (2008) Extended plays Cautionary Tales for the Brave (2005) Valour EP (2011) Support us on PayPal!
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  • Steve Cropper Legendary Guitarist/Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Exclusive!
    Jul 27 2024
    LEGENDARY GUITARIST STEVE CROPPER ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘FRIENDLYTOWN’ FEATURING BILLY F GIBBONS … BRIAN MAY … TIM MONTANA … EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Not many people start new bands in their 80s, but legendary guitarist, producer, and songwriter Steve Cropper isn’t slowing down any time soon. The triple-threat musician, recently nominated for his first solo GRAMMY for the debut album from his tight and tuneful rock n’ soul quintet, Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour, has announced details of his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Friendlytown,’ due out August 23rd on the Mascot Label Group. Always pushing ahead and never repeating himself, Cropper has brought in the talents of Billy F Gibbons from ZZ Top to play on the record. The album also features guest appearances from Queen guitarist extraordinaire Brian May and country-rock singer-songwriter and guitarist Tim Montana, who has balanced a successful solo career with high-profile collaborations with Gibbons and Kid Rock. In conjunction with the album announcement, Cropper has released the album's first single, “Too Much Stress feat. Brian May,” giving fans a tantalizing taste of the new music. PLEASE WELCOME LEGENDARY GUITARIST/SONGWRITER/PRODUCER/ACTOR…THE COLONOL STEVE CROPPER TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PREORDER THE NEW ALBUM BY STEVE CROPPER And The Midnight Hour entitled FRIENDLYTOWN Available August 23rd Via Mascot Label Group Featuring Billy F Gibbons, Brian May and Tim Montana First Single “Too Much Stress feat. Brian May” Available Now Pre-order Friendlytown at https://lnk.to/stevecropper FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT STEVE CROPPER VISIT https://playitsteve.com/ Official website https://www.facebook.com/stevecropper Facebook https://x.com/OfficialCropper?mx=2 Twitter https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Steve+Cropper YouTube https://www.instagram.com/thestevecropper/ Instagram DISCOGRAPHY 1969: With a Little Help from My Friends 1969: Jammed Together (with Albert King and Pops Staples) 1971: This Is ... Steve Cropper & His Friends (compilation of With a Little Help from My Friends and Jammed Together, released in France only) 1981: Playin' My Thang 1982: Night After Night 1998: The Interview — Play It, Steve! 2008: Nudge It Up A Notch (with Felix Cavaliere) 2010: Midnight Flyer (with Felix Cavaliere) 2011: Dedicated — A Salute to the 5 Royales 2017: Steve Cropper, Lou Marini and the Original Blues Brothers Band — The Last Shade of Blue Before Black 2018: Telemasters (with Arlen Roth) 2021: Fire It Up Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour 2024: Friendlytown Support us on PayPal!
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  • Annie Haslam Talks about the Final Chapter of Prog Legends 'Renaissance'
    Jul 26 2024
    SYMPHONIC ROCK PIONEERS RENAISSANCE WILL PERFORM THEIR ‘IN GRATITUDE’ FAREWELL TOUR FALL 2024: ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT WITH LEGENDARY SONGSTRESS ANNIE HASLAM ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS! Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of Interviewing the Legends I’m your host Ray Shasho. Renaissance, the legendary symphonic rock band featuring Annie Haslam, will be back in the US playing select dates from October 17th through October 31st. This will mark 54 years since the formation of the band and its 16th consecutive year of touring since its reactivation in 2009. Renaissance leader and vocalist Annie Haslam remarked that “We are very proud but sad to announce our ‘In Gratitude’ Farewell Tour. Where did the time go? Looking back over the years, I believe we have made history in the worlds of Progressive and Symphonic Rock.” The upcoming shows will include stunning arrangements of “Ocean Gypsy,” “Northern Lights,” “Forever Changing,” “Mother Russia,” “Carpet of the Sun,” “Ashes are Burning” and other favorite classics. Ms. Haslam will be joined on stage by long-time musical associate Rave Tesar on piano, along with Mark Lambert on guitars/vocals, Geoffrey Langley on keyboards/vocals, Frank Pagano on drums, percussion/vocals, and John Galgano on bass. Renaissance is a band with a rich history unique to themselves as progressive rock pioneers who rose from the ashes of the seminal UK rock band, The Yardbirds. The band has toured throughout the world and has performed at Carnegie Hall with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra and at the Royal Albert Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Royal Chorale Society. Renaissance had a top ten hit in the UK with their song “Northern Lights” that still demands airplay to this day. PLEASE WELCOME THE LEGENDARY VOICE OF SYMPHONIC/PROG ROCK GROUP RENAISSANCE ANNIE HASLAM TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE RENAISSANCE THE LEGACY TOUR 2022 In celebration of Annie Haslam’s 75th year, Renaissance performed classic songs with the remarkable Renaissance Chamber Orchestra and music from Annie’s solo career. Double live audio CD in fold-out digipack cover with 12-page booklet. Recorded at the Keswick Theatre Glenside PA USA on October 21 2022. Personalized autograph by Annie Haslam. Includes unlimited streaming of The Legacy Tour 2022 via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more. Available at https://renaissancetouring.bandcamp.com/album/the-legacy-tour-2022 Tracklist 1.Carpet Of The Sun 03:43 2. Black Flame 06:39 3. The Sisters 06:39 4. Ananda 04:26 5. The Captive Heart 04:46 6. Symphony Of Light 13:08 7. Blessing In Disguise 03:42 8. Celestine 04:41 9. Reaching Out 03:57 10. The Angels Cry 04:33 11. Day Of The Dreamer 10:07 12. Running Hard 10:26 ALSO TUSCANY (2024 Remaster) By RENAISSANCE Amazon.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANNIE HASLAM AND RENAISSANCE VISIT www.renaissancetouring.com Renaissance band official website www.facebook.com/renaissancetouring Renaissance band Facebook www.twitter.com/MysticAndMuse Renaissance Twitter www.youtube.com/user/RenaissanceTouring Renaissance YouTube www.anniehaslam.com Annie Haslam official website www.facebook.com/anniehaslamart Annie Haslam Facebook www.ravetesar.com Rave Tesar official website Renaissance: In Gratitude Farewell Tour 2024 Thursday October 17, 2024 – NEW YORK CITY The Town Hall 123 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036 Friday October 18, 2024 – ALBANY, NY Lewis A. Swyer Theatre at the Egg Agency Building 1, S Mall Arterial, Albany, NY 12203 Saturday October 19, 2024 – Ridgefield, CT The Ridgefield Playhouse 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877 Sunday October 20, 2024 – Boston MA City Winery Boston 80 Beverly St, Boston, MA 02114 Wednesday October 23, 2024 – Rochester, NY The Theater at Innovation Square 131 Chestnut St, Rochester, NY 14604 Thursday October 24, 2024 – Homer, NY Center for the Arts of Homer 72 S Main St, Homer, NY 13077 Friday October 25, 2024 – Newton, NJ The Newton Theatre 234 Spring St, Newton, NJ 07860 Saturday October 26, 2024 – Lansdowne, PA Lansdowne Theater 31 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050 Tuesday October 29, 2024 - Edwardsville, IL Wildey Theatre 252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025 Wednesday October 30, 2024 - Edwardsville, IL Wildey Theatre 252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025 RENAISSANCE Discography Studio albums Year Title 1969 Renaissance 1971 Illusion 1972 Prologue 1973 Ashes Are Burning 1974 Turn of the Cards 1975 Scheherazade and Other Stories 1977 Novella 1978 A Song for All Seasons 1979 Azure d'Or 1981 Camera Camera 1983 Time-Line 2001 Tuscany 2013 Grandine il vento Reissued in ...
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