Kinetic Element To Play Live at Coffee & Tea in Ashland VA

Kinetic Element

Kinetic Element will be appearing at Ashland Coffee & Tea with Special Guest: Brave. Kinetic Element are Touring in support of their critically acclaimed release Travelog.

About Kinetic Element
Kinetic Element is a neo/symphonic progressive rock band from Richmond, Virginia that harbors musical roots in classic artists like Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Yes, Asia and Genesis and blends those influences with philosophical and spiritually powerful and uplifting lyrics. They are a known act in the prog rock genre.

Kinetic Element Is
St. John Coleman: Vocals
Mike Visaggio: Keyboards & Vocals
Mark Tupko: Bass
Michael Murray: Drums & Backing Vocals
Todd Russell: Guitar

Discography
Travelog (2015)
Powered By Light – 2009

Show Details
January 20, 2017
Ashland Coffee & Tea
100 N Railroad Ave, Ashland, VA 23005
Admission $10
Doors at 7PM

LINKS
Kinetic Element
Brave
Ashland Coffee & Tea

 

Fire Garden Release Far and Near

 
It’s time Friends…..

After a blasting successful pledge campaign crossed over 227% the album is releasing to rest of the world on Friday October 21, 2016.

Thank you all for making it possible. The response from pledgers has been very positive and It is always pleasing to read your comments and thoughts.

I know many of you already pledged and pre-ordered the album If you are still waiting then this is the time as we are start shipping CDs, T-Shirt orders from next week.

Other than that we are working hard to bring the band to your town in USA and play some good music for you. Keep visiting our website SHOWS page to see what is happening in FG’s world. If you are interested in Fire Garden to play in near your area simply reply to this email we will put your city in our plans.
Cheers,
Zee

Fire Garden

About
Fire Garden second full length record contains 9 new tracks featuring Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater), Jimmy Keegan (Spock’s Beard).
Mixed by Bruce Soord (The Pineapple Thief)
Album cover by Travis Smith
 
CD and Digital with 24 page booklet contains song artwork and lyrics
Available from 10/21/2016 in Stereo and 5.1 Surround and Hi-Resolution Audio
 
Releases Date October 21, 2016
 
Far and Near Line Up
Zee – Music, Lyrics, Vocals, Guitars, Mellotron, Synths
Jimmy Keegan (Spock’s Beard) – Drums
Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater) Keyboard solo on Life of a Drifter
Frank Lucas – Pianos, Keyboards
Marc Malitz – Bass

Barry Kleiber – Bass

Links
Website
Facebook

 

 

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Nth Ascension’s “In Fine Initium” Now Available Worldwide

Nth Ascension have returned with their sophomore album, In Fine Initium;
Heavier guitars, a tighter rhythm section with quick time-signature acrobatics and long sweeping keyboard passages and vocals that reach into your soul with their power and compassion; culminating in an album that is truly worthy of praise.

Even before its release the critics have had a chance to review the album, here is what they are saying:

For sure, this one is one of the most diverse and kinda of ‘difficult’ records that I’ve heard this year. It’s an album that features beautiful melodies, harmonies, a strong progressive and poetic vibe, excellent performances and a tight musicianship. The fans of the classic rock/progressive sound should do a favor to their selves and check out this little gem.
Rating : 9/10 – Heavy Paradise.

In conclusion we would say that this is the best progressive album of 2016 and has already taken place in my list of the best albums of the year.
Enjoy responsibly – Vinylio

In Fine Initium is yet another evolution into progressive rock’s future by blending the past with the present. This album should provide for a solid set list in live settings.
4.5/5 – Power of Prog



Track Listing
1. Kingdom Keys 15:18
2. End Of Days 1:23
3. So, That Was The Apocalypse 04:42
4. The Cage 7:06
5. In Search Of The Rider (Clanaan Pt4) 07:47
6. Forever (Clanaan Pt5) 07:46
7. When The Rain Falls (Clanaan Pt6) 03:50

The album has been on pre-order since September 16 with a special CD/T-shirt bundle.
For release day Nth Ascension have chosen to offer additional T-shirt designs showcasing the graphic arts talents of their bass player Gavin Walker.

UK/EUROPE:
https://nthascension.bandcamp.com/album/in-fine-initium

USA/Americas/World Distribution:
http://melodicrevolutionrecords.com/album/in-fine-initium

Nth Ascension Links:
Website: www.nthascension.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nth-Ascension-Music
Twitter: https://twitter.com/nthascension
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nth_ascensionmusic
MRR Profile: http://mrrmusic.com/nth-ascension/
Bandcamp Store: https://nthascension.bandcamp.com

Media & Booking Contact:
Nth Ascension Music
nthascension@gmail.com

Label Contact:
Jennifer Falagrady Katona
Email: Jennifer@melodicrevolution.com


Half Past Four | Featured Artist of The Week

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Photo by Victor Vassiliev and Anya Vassilieva. Custom Tie Dye Garments by TJ Indigo

Half Past Four is one of the best progressive rock bands to have emerged from Canada. Over nearly two decades, they have developed a unique sound, employing traditional prog-rock music laiden with folk, country, jazz, heavy metal and classical genres, among others.

Each member of Half Past Four is a virtuoso in their own right. Together, they form somewhat of a familial gestalt. Each band member brings a proficiency, originality and respect for the whole that propels their combined efforts into a place beyond simple classification.

Half Past Four has been compared to early-80s King Crimson. Yet any comparisons can only truly function on a per-track basis. While one piece might sound reminiscent of late-70s Yes, listeners might feel the influence of early Pink Floyd in the next piece, followed by a piece that harkens Primus in the 1990s. Or Kate Bush in the mid-80s. Like the best of progressive rock music, the listener cannot predict where the band will take them next.

It is this shifting flow of sound and feeling that distinguishes Half Past Four. They are an aural tapestry, weaving 50+ years of musical influences into mellifluous melodies and rhythmic resonances that take their listeners on a journey to states that are both fresh and familiar.

Members:
Constantin Necrasov: Guitar
Dmitry Lesov: Bass & Chapman Stick
Igor Kurtzman: Keyboards
Kyree Vibrant: Vocals
Marcello Ciurleo: Drums

Discography:
Land of The Blind – September 17, 2016
Good Things – April 13, 2013
Rabbit in the Vestibule – October 25, 2008

Follow:
Official Website
Facebook
Twitter
YouTube

Music
Bandcamp
CD Baby
Soundcloud

 

Arjen Anthony Lucassen Posts Video Teaser for New Ayreon Album

Arjen Anthony Lucassen the mastermind behind Ayreon has posted a video teaser regarding his upcoming release via Mascot Label Group in 2017.

Ayreon is a musical project by Dutch singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and record producer Arjen Anthony Lucassen. Ayreon’s music is best described as progressive rock, Arjen often incorporates various genres of music such as folk, experimental, hard rock and classical music. Ayreon is considered by some as the father of sci-fi themed rock operas (concept albums), his albums contain complex storylines filled with many wonderful characters, Each part of the story and music usually features some of the most talented artist from around the world.

Albums
The Final Experiment
Actual Fantasy
Into the Electric Castle
Universal Migrator Part 1: The Dream Sequencer
Universal Migrator Part 2: Flight of the Migrator
The Human Equation
01011001
The Theory of Everything
 
EPs
Elected
 
Compilations
Ayreonauts Only
Timeline
 
Singles
Sail Away to Avalon
The Stranger from Within
Temple of the Cat
Day Eleven: Love
Loser
Come Back to Me

DVDs
The Theater Equation

LINKS
Website http://www.arjenlucassen.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArjenLucassenOfficial/