STAN BUSH
The well-respected singer / songwriter STAN BUSH is currently busy writing new songs together with his songwriting partner Holger Fath (who will also handled the production of the album) and Tommy Denander, who will also produce his album. “I am very excited because these are some of the best songs I've ever written, and I think this will be my best album ever!”, says Stan. The artist is planning to start the recording during January 2006 with the label hoping to release his new record after the summer.
GENIUS
Daniele Liverani is completing the recording of the third and final chapter of his Rock Opera GENIUS entitled “The Final Surprise”. With the release of this final episode, the complete story and music of the trilogy can be finally enjoyed in its entirety. An incredible cast of singers and mix of different music styles from fast power metal to straight AOR and crazy progressive rock tunes will lead the listeners to the final events of Genius' amazing trip into the dreams world parallel reality.
Once again singers Mark Boals (RING OF FIRE; ex MALMSTEEN) and Daniel Gildenlow (PAIN OF SALVATION) are taking the major roles (Genius and Twinspirit32 respectively).
The other amazing singers appearing include this time: Eric Martin (ex MR.BIG) as Mr. Niko, Jorn Lande (MASTERPLAN) as Apikor, Andrea Datwyler (LUNATICA) as Kokeshi, Toby Hitchcock (PRIDE OF LIONS) as Senator Jeramus. Oliver Hartmann will care once again about the choruses while the narrator role will be covered by Philip Bynoe as usual.
The album is going to be mixed in January 2006 for a release tentatively planned in the spring.
HARTMANN
Oliver Hartmann shall perform a special show in December 23 at the Colossaal in Aschaffenburg, Germany.
The set list will include the whole “Out In The Cold” album plus some new songs which shall be included in the forthcoming album to be released during 2006 ! Don’t miss him !
Info: at www.colossaal.de or mail to tickets@oliverhartmann.com until Dec 20th
GREEN
Following the good critical acclaim that blessed the release of the new album, GREEN’s guitar player and singer Fabrizio Pieraccini gives an insight on “Of Love And Soul”:
“Receive Me” - The opening track clearly sets the new course of the Green sound. A huge riff made by almost “NU metal” guitars interacting with sampled drum grooves, opens what can be defined a modern rock song with an unforgettable chorus and a breathtaking final guitar solo.
“Fight for Truth” – A powerful mid-tempo. Changes the mood of the record towards a modern sounding power rock, with strong lyrics, a fantastic bridge and some serious guitar playing going on.
“Do it Now” – Melody was dominant in our previous record "Life". With this song goes up to a higher level with a refined arrangement of strings. The verse looks for a more intimate musical dimension while the chorus is full of energy, the lead voice is both harmonic and captivating. Definitely the softest song in the album.
“Hate Me” - The seventies hard rock background of the band emerges here. Mostly inspired by The Who, this songs features a cutting guitar riff which plays with a dynamic bass line and is supported by a very Purplish Hammond organ sound. The 7/8 rhythm in the middle of the song brings out some Rush influence with a virtuoso-style guitar solo.
“There's No Wind” - The verse is in 5/4 with acoustic guitars and strings; this takes you to the elegant and relaxing chorus which explodes in a strong finale.
“Freedom” - Again a strings melody is supported by two guitars playing in harmony. Luscious vocal exercise and self-conscious lyrics emerge later in a typical rock'n'roll fashion.
“No Return Journey” – An intense and peculiar moment of the record. Listen to this song keeping a close eye to the lyrics and allow the ethereal keyboard atmospheres win you over.
“Baby Tell Me Why” - Again Marshall and Hammond here, but this hard rock song goes beyond classic 70’s Hard Rock adding a modern sounds and melodic effects.
“One Day” - A celestial atmosphere is introduced by the piano; the vocals have a big feeling here and the guitar scratches and comes out in an exciting solo with an atmosphere similar to the one in Pink Floyd’s “Comfortably Numb”.
“Of Love And Soul” - The title track: the ultimate manifesto of the new Green sound. It's undoubtedly a progressive tune: a 9/8 riff followed by a complex verse like Yes; when you think everything is set then… you get a metal oriented keyboards fugue chasing guitars and vice versa; a kaleidoscopic progressive whirlwind a là Dream Theatre, but not so complicated. Emotions build up in a breathless crescendo ending with the two guitarists playing some pretty impressive solos.
SEASON GREETINGS
Frontiers Records would like to wish to all partners, artists, journalists and fans a Merry Christmas and a successful and happy new year 2006 ! We thank each and everyone for the faith and the support showed during this year and we look forward to a stronger and better year! Cheers to everyone.