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"Great songs on your page! I can hear the influences of Genesis and Hackett. I really like it! Jack"

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I am the following; a: Fan of Music, Musician, Song Writer, Producer, Engineer

Style of Prog: Art Rock, Progressive Folk, Progressive Rock, Symphonic Rock, New Prog, Crossover Prog, Also a fan of other genres of music

Biography: To sing like Geddy, write lyrics like Neil and play guitar like Alex. Such were the dreams of a teenaged Steve Cochrane after hearing 2112 for the first time. But six hours of daily practice did not fulfill these dreams and one by one (and in the above order), they fell by the wayside. Luckily, the effort was not wasted, as eventually, a unique and passionate voice emerged that had something to say.

In the meantime, there was some growing to do, starting with involvement in local bands. The most notable was Endpieces (1980-1983), which gained celebrity status in Peterborough, Ontario, performing an intense brand of all-original progressive rock material. Before Endpieces, Steve had already been developing an ability to compose. The band did a combination of material that was written both by individual members and by the band as a whole. In this environment, Steve's creativity blossomed and when the band broke up, he contemplated the idea of taking the long route to a career as a solo composer/recording artist.

Also, during this time, his tastes and influences had widened. Listening to Rush and reading their interviews led to an interest in the British progressive rock of the seventies.The field of influences quickly grew to include the likes of Genesis, Yes, Camel, Mike Oldfield and especially Renaissance.

Unfortunately, we were now well into the 80s and there didn’t seem to be a place in the world for a 27-minute suite about artistic self-discovery and other intricate works that Steve had created. He would have to find his own opportunities using the technologies that loomed on the horizon. By 1987, MIDI was in widespread use and Steve had seen its possibilities for music production. It's fair to say he was hooked by MIDI, now spending more time at a keyboard than with a guitar and composing new music.

Throughout the following decade, he released three independent albums. Heroes Awaken (1991) with it’s grandiose classical strains was created almost entirely with a computer and MIDI synthesizers. To See It Made Real (1995) continued in this vein, but with vocals on one track and the addition of acoustic and electric guitars throughout. The Purest of Designs (1998) completed this chapter, blending the guitars and synths (and more vocals) into symphonic prog epics, including the 7-part suite Songs For Spring. One radio host called it "a symphonic prog lover's wet dream".

Fast-forward to the current century. With Or Without (2007) took an acoustic guitar-driven song-based approach, but as the tracks took shape in the studio, the prog/art rock influences came shining through. You’ll hear it in the intricate arrangements, fluid guitar stylings and in the lyrics, which are often surrealistic and philosophical. Two tracks from the album (Swans and Abandon Ship) are new renditions of songs that Steve co-wrote with Endpieces.

And now we have La La La: Variations On a Happy Song (2012), a suite consisting of nine thematically connected parts running continuously, bookended by an overture and a finale. While the title may be a good starting point for describing the record, it should be stressed that it's not all happy-happy, joy-joy. Throughout its 57 minutes, there are heady conflicts and quirky twists and turns; contrasts of light and dark, quiet and bombast, melancholy and elation. An epic journey for the creative spirit in each of us.

Influences or Favorite Bands: Genesis, Steve Hackett, Yes, Renaissance, Rush, Mike Oldfield, Camel, Jethro Tull, Sky, Max Webster, FM

You can find me.: http://www.spiritcompass.com
http://soundcloud.com/stevecochrane
http://www.facebook.com/SteveCochraneMusic
http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/SteveCochrane
http://ca.tunecore.com/music/stevecochrane
http://stevecochrane.bandcamp.com/
http://www.myspace.com/stevecochrane

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At 7:22pm on April 4, 2013, Andy Hatter Howard said…: did you send the music for the show Honey For Your Ears?

At 9:55am on February 24, 2013, Andy Hatter Howard said…: Sure would all I need is 3 mp3's a bio a link to your site or where the listeners can buy / download your music and a HQ photo please send to honeyforyourears@hotmail.com will send you air date all I ask is you plug the show here is the show links all the best Andy Hatter Howard

Tuesdays 8pm - 10pm www.eatmusic.co.uk/

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Thursdays 7pm - 9pm www.soundartradio.org.uk/

Available on Soundcloud - http://soundcloud.com/honey-for-your-ears

Email – honeyforyourears@hotmail.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/HoneyForYourEars

At 11:50am on September 11, 2012, Survival said…: Great songs on your page! I can hear the influences of Genesis and Hackett.

I really like it!

Jack

At 11:40am on September 11, 2012, Survival said…: Hi Steve,

Glad to be friends.

Thanks for your nice comment about my music.

Regards,

Jack

At 10:37am on September 11, 2012, Andre Henriquez said…: Thank you! Great music here! Cheers, Andre

At 11:18pm on August 30, 2012, Cailyn Lloyd said…: Thank you! And thanks for the friend request ~ Cailyn

At 3:46pm on July 1, 2012, Melodic Revolution Records said…: Love the banner

At 12:11pm on July 1, 2012, Melodic Revolution Records said…: Hello Steve
Welcome to Power of Prog. Make yourself at home and feel free to browse the site, make some new friends. There is so much to hear, see and do here at Power of Prog like blogs, videos, events and even chat. If you like the site and we hope you do please invite your friends.
Cheers Nick

At 12:54am on June 29, 2012, Len Rice said…: Steve, Thanks for accepting my Power of Prog invite! It means a lot that you are interested in my music, too; I'm glad you're enjoying it! I am trying to spread it worldwide hoping it will be enjoyed indefinitely. I have no cd, but my songs are Free Downloads (256Kbps) through powerofprog.com/profile/LenRice or www.ReverbNation.com/LenRice . Share with friends! Thanks again & keep up your incredible work! Best Regards, Len

At 11:12pm on June 28, 2012, Tom Hayden said…: Steve, Yes, FLAC is a lossless compression format. What audio format did you record and mix with before creating the final 16-bit/44.1kHz CD format files (e.g., 24-bit/96kHz)?