by Kev Rowland | Dec 17, 2018 | Essential Albums, News
No. 1
Yagull – Yuna
Self-released
December 2, 2018
https://yagull-moonjune.bandcamp.com/track/yuna-2
No. 2
Galahad – Seas of Change
Self-released
January 22, 2018
https://galahad1.bandcamp.com/album/seas-of-change
No. 3
Michael – Alan Taylor Avalonia (The Sonnets of Guinevere)
Melodic Revolution Records
June 29, 2018
https://michael-alantaylor.bandcamp.com
No.4
Bomber Goggles – Gyreland
Melodic Revolution Records
March 21, 2018
https://bombergoggles.bandcamp.com
No. 5.
Tiger Moth Tales – Story Tellers Part Two
Self-releasedTalking Elephant
October 18, 2018
https://tigermothtales.bandcamp.com/album/story-tellers-part-two
No. 6
Ashley Hutchings – Paradise And Thorns
Talking Elephant
November 9, 2018
https://www.amazon.com/Paradise-Thorns-ASHLEY-HUTCHINGS/dp/B07GJFQ2CV
No. 7
Soft Machine – Hidden Details
Dyad
September 14, 2018
https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Details-Soft-Machine/dp/B07F9G2JQX
No. 8
3.2 – The Rules Have Changed
Frontiers Music SRL
August 10, 2018
https://www.amazon.com/Rules-Have-Changed-3-2/dp/B07D5R6GFK
No. 9
Dream Aria – The Other Side
February 24, 2018
Self-released
https://dreamaria.bandcamp.com/album/on-the-other-side-cd
No. 10
Dave Bainbridge & Sally Minnear – Live in the Studio
Self-released
September 16th. 2018
http://www.iona.uk.com/albums/detail/id/36/live-in-the-studio
No. 11
Xavi Reija – The Sound Of The Earth
MoonJune Records
January 18, 2019
https://xavireija-moonjune.bandcamp.com/album/the-sound-of-the-earth-hd
No. 12
Mystery – Liesand Butterflies
Unicorn Digital
Released July 14, 2018
https://www.amazon.com/Lies-Butterflies-Mystery/dp/B07F7R8L1Q
No. 13
Damanek – In Flight
Giant Electric Pea
October 12, 2018
https://www.amazon.com/Flight-Damanek/dp/B07GWJW463
No.14
Dwiki Dharmawan – Rumah Batu
MoonJune Records
May 15, 2018
https://dwikidharmawan-moonjune.bandcamp.com/album/rumah-batu-hd
No. 15
Dialeto – Live with David Cross
Chromatic Music
June 4, 2018
https://dialeto.bandcamp.com/album/live-with-david-cross
No. 16
Mayan – Dhyana
September 21, 2018
Nuclear Blast
https://www.amazon.com/Dhyana-MaYaN/dp/B07GRRH5HC
No. 17
Carpe Noctem – Vitrun
Aural Music
October 5, 2018
https://www.amazon.com/Vitrun-Carpe-Noctem/dp/B07GGRJWQZ
No.18
Ovrfwrd – Blurring the Lines (a democracy manifest ) ( 2018)
Sel-released
September 29, 2018
https://ovrfwrd.bandcamp.com/album/blurring-the-lines-a-democracy-manifest-2018
No. 19
The C Sides Project – 10 Days
Self-released
October 26, 2018
https://csides1.bandcamp.com/album/10-days
No. 20
Ten Jinn – Ziggy Blackstar (A Tribute To David
Melodic Revolution Records
October 5, 2018
https://tenjinn.bandcamp.com/album/ziggy-blackstar-a-tribute-to-david-bowie
by Kev Rowland | Jul 29, 2018 | Reviews
Right, here is my third attempt at writing this review, as so far I have ditched every attempt as it either comes across as too fawning or doesn’t really portray exactly what this album means to me. What we have here is the debut album from Michael-Alan Taylor of Nth Ascension, on which he provides lead vocals, guitars, and keyboards. He is joined by Darrel Treece-Birch (piano, additional keys, and guitar), Craig Martin Walker (low flute), David Austin Taylor (spoken word) and Melissa Brown (spoken word). This is a concept album, detailing the last days of the brave Knight Lancelot who recalls the battles for Camelot, his devotion to his King and his love of the Lady Guinevere.
To say that it is a cinematic atmospheric soundscape doesn’t really do this album justice, and for once an album cover manages to portray exactly the right feeling, as the way that the misty early morning sun finds its way down to the forest floor is a wonderful representation of an album that is beguiling and entrancing. In some ways it reminds me of some of Wakeman’s great concept albums, except that the keyboards are far more delicate: Taylor’s vocals capture the emotion of the music and are a perfect fit. There are times when I find myself thinking of Camel’s mighty ‘The Snow Goose’, and I can see myself playing this album a great many times late in the evening, as the mystical and magical atmosphere is so relaxing, and it takes me to a land far away in time. Delicate, but with a hidden strength and power, there is no need at all for drums, as the layered keyboards create a swirling curtain which moves like a magician’s cloak, never really sure what is going to happen next, but confident that it will be incredible. I can only hope that this release gets the acclaim it so richly deserves, as it is one of the most important releases I have come across for some time, and there is no doubt that it will feature in my Top Ten of 2018, no matter what the genre. This is an album that enriches the musical soul, and I love it. http://melodicrevolution.com/
10/10 by Kev Rowland
Buy it in the US and Canada
https://melodicrevolutionvinyl.bandcamp.com/album/avalonia-the-sonnets-of-guinevere
Buy it in the Europe
http://michael-alantaylor.bandcamp.com/album/avalonia-the-sonnets-of-guinevere
by Nick | Jun 29, 2018 | New Releases, News
Michael-Alan Taylor is releasing his debut solo album “Avalonia (The Sonnets of Guinevere)” today via Melodic Revolution Records
Michael is best known for his work as frontman for UK’s progressive heavy rockers Nth Ascension which has released three highly acclaimed albums to date, In Fine Initium (2016) Ascension Of Kings (2014) and Frequencies Of Day & Night (2011) Michael has also appeared on No More Time (2016) by Darrel Treece-Birch
Avalonia (The Sonnets of Guinevere) is a truly cinematic and sonic masterpiece and tells the story of the last days of the brave Knight Lancelot who recalls the battles for Camelot, his devotion to his King and his love of Lady Guinevere. Sweeping orchestral passages mix with resonant vocals that carry you directly to Camelot. The album is limited to only 200 copies worldwide, the LP on heavyweight Vinyl housed in a beautiful full-color gatefold sleeve plus a special storyline insert to spark the imagination; a soundtrack for your mind. To complete this special package the album is delivered on an aquamarine clear vinyl, a visual representation of the lake where the beautiful Lady resides with Excalibur, kept safe until it is once again needed in this realm.
Release Details
All Music composed & Performed by Michael-Alan Taylor
Recorded at Talylormade Studios, Lytham, UK. The War Room Fleetwood UK
Production and Engineering by Darrel Treece-Birch, The War Room Fleetwood UK
Mixed and Mastered by Darrel Treece-Birch, The War Room Fleetwood UK
www.darreltreece-birch.com
Album Art Design Darrel Treece-Birch
Photography by Adrian-Paul (the Viking) Ashworth on location at Dunnottar Castle Scotland, UK.
Release Date: June 29th, 2018
Catalog No. MRRLP-12-005
Label: Melodic Revolution Records
Format: LP & Hi-Resolution Digital
1. Guinevere
2. Final Battle
3. Death of Arthur (Song of Argante)
4. Lady of the Lake
5. Avalon
6. Land Without A King
7. Discovery
8. The Dance of Love
9. Epilogue
The Cast
Michael-Alan Taylor (lead vocals, guitars, keyboards)
The Supporting Cast
Darrel Treece-Birch (piano, additional keys, and guitar) Guinevere, Final Battle, Lady of the Lake, Land Without A King
Craig Martin Walker (low flute) Guinevere
David Austin Taylor (spoken word) Final Battle
Melissa Brown (spoken word) Lady of the Lake, Land Without A King
Powerful, cinematic prog filled with ambient landscapes set in the mists of time. Enjoy nine timeless tracks paying homage to the lost days of chivalry, honor, quests, and loss all in the name of love.
ORDER AVALONIA HERE:
http://michael-alantaylor.bandcamp.com/album/avalonia-the-sonnets-of-guinevere
http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/michaelalantaylor
Michael-Alan Taylor Online:
http://mrrmusic.com/michael-alan-taylor/
https://www.facebook.com/Michael-Alan-Taylor-Music-page-446621838858972/
https://www.facebook.com/NthAscensionMusic/
Melodic Revolution Records Online:
http://mrrmusic.com/
https://www.facebook.com/MelodicRevolutionRecords/
https://www.facebook.com/MelodicRevolutionRecords/
https://www.youtube.com/c/MelodicRevolutionRecordsMusic
https://twitter.com/MusicIsOurVoice
Melodic Revolution Records Spotify Playlists:
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by Nick | Jun 1, 2018 | New Releases, News
Nth Ascension front man Michael-Alan Taylor is set to releases his debut solo album, Avalonia (The Sonnets of Guinevere) on June 29th. The album is a truly cinematic and sonic masterpiece and tells the story of the last days of the brave Knight Lancelot who recalls the battles for Camelot, his devotion to his King and his love of Lady Guinevere. Sweeping orchestral passages mix with resonant vocals that carry you directly to Camelot.
Avalonia (The Sonnets of Guinevere) will be available as a limited edition (250 copies) LP on heavyweight Vinyl housed in a beautiful full-color gatefold sleeve plus a special storyline insert to spark the imagination; a soundtrack for your mind. To complete this special package the album will be delivered on aquamarine clear vinyl a visual representation of the lake where the beautiful Lady resides with Excalibur safe until it is once again needed in this realm.
The Cast
Michael-Alan Taylor (lead vocals, guitars, keyboards)
The Supporting Cast
Darrel Treece-Birch (piano, additional keys and guitar) Guinevere, Final Battle, Lady of the Lake, Land Without A King Craig Martin Walker (low flute) Guinevere
David Austin Taylor (spoken word) Final Battle
Melissa Brown (spoken word) Lady of the Lake, Land Without A King
Release Details
Artist: Michael-Alan Taylor
Album Title: Avalonia (The Sonnets of Guinevere)
Release Date: June 29th, 2018
Catalog No. MRRLP-12-005
Label: Melodic Revolution Records
Format: LP & Digital
Track List
1. Guinevere
2. Final Battle
3. Death of Arthur (Song of Argante) 4. Lady of the Lake
5. Avalon
6. Land Without A King
7. Discovery
8. The Dance of Love
9. Epilogue
During Pre-Orders June 1-June 29, 2018 all albums can be signed and can be personalized by Michael-Alan just for you. Please indicate in the “comments to Michael-Alan Taylor” box of your pre-order how you would like your album personalized!
Further Information Can Be Found At:
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