Prog multi-instrumentalist Tim Morse will be releasing his new album “The Fourth Crossing” on September 7, 2026! “The Fourth Crossing” is primarily instrumental electronic music, in the tradition of such artists as Synergy, Vangelis, Tangerine Dream and Brian Eno. Most of the music on The Fourth Crossing came out of improvisation and often was directly inspired by the sounds used on the recording, with the emphasis being on emotion expressed through ambience, melody, harmony and sonic textures. The compositions are primarily keyboard driven, with percussion and occasional guitars making an appearance.
“The Fourth Crossing” mirrors Tim’s first recording experience. When he was 16 years old, he had saved up enough money to buy a Mini-Moog synthesizer. Completely entranced by this extraordinary instrument, he squirreled himself away recording music with the Moog, a couple of guitars and a piano using a reel-to-reel tape recorder. Says Tim, “I have fond memories of that era and The Fourth Crossing is the updated version of the music I created all those years ago.”
The Fourth Crossing isn’t a concept album per se. Instead, it is a collection of musical vignettes - each one exploring a different emotional journey. While the title of the album has a specific meaning to him, Tim would rather not share it with the audience and instead let them create their own meaning from it.
Says Tim, “I had decided that my next CD would be an instrumental, electronic music album and at the beginning of the year I started working on ideas. Most of the initial composition came from improvisation, and in many cases the sounds I was working with inspired a piece of music. In fact, I’d say on The Fourth Crossing that the timbre chosen is nearly as important as the music performed on these pieces. I also found inspiration came from different sources/places. On one song entitled ‘Space Station Lounge’ I used the Brian Eno technique of creating music for a particular environment - in this case, Sci-Fi 50’s space station. I’m very pleased with the hypnotic and spacey atmosphere it conjures and look forward to creating a video for the composition.”
“I recorded most of the music in my home studio, and for the first time I wrote and played everything on my own. I spent a wonderful afternoon in Los Angeles at the Vintage Synthesizer Museum playing old analog synthesizers and recording important parts of the album. It was only in postproduction that I brought in another person (Craig Long of Paradise Studios) to help with the final mixing and mastering.”
The prerelease publicity for the new album recently caught the attention of Doug Helvering (of The Daily Doug podcast, with over 500,000 subscribers). After he viewed The Fourth Crossing's video trailer, he reached out on social media to enthusiastically comment that he 'enjoyed your track!' Check out The Fourth Crossing trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBaY9G1tXjc
Track list:
1. Submerged
2. Vibration
3. Assembly Line
4. Dreamcatcher
5. Hieroglyphics
6. Eternal
7. Confusion in Aisle 14
8. Structure
9. The Fourth Crossing
10. Zephyr
11. Space Station Lounge
12. The Celestial Cathedral
Tim Morse began his instrument instruction at a young age and started composing immediately upon picking up the guitar. He later moved onto the piano and studied as a music composition major, writing extended pieces such as a string quartet and two piano sonatas. During this time Tim performed with various rock and fusion bands and played on many recording sessions.
Tim’s first album of original music was entitled “Transformation” and was released in 2005. The album was well received by the Progressive Rock community and was recognized as keeping in the tradition of seventies prog-rock yet recorded and performed with a modern edge.
His second album “Faithscience” was released in 2012 and musically it picked up where “Transformation” left off, continuing to explore the best of Progressive Rock. In addition to this release Tim became a member of the Jerry Jennings band and formed The Mangoes with Bret Bingham. The Mangoes released their debut album in 2014 and it was appreciated for its pop sensibility and quirky humor. His more recent solo releases “III”, “The Archaeology Project” and "Soundtracks" were also warmly embraced by critics and fans alike.
Tim’s cover version of the classic Yes song “Awaken” has received the ultimate compliments from members of Yes – Rick Wakeman enthused, “Best YES cover I’ve heard …well done to everybody” and Jon Anderson said, “Great job with ‘Awaken’… the fact you sat around and decided to perform it is a treat…. not an easy work!” Composer/musician Adam Holzman was so impressed by this performance of it that he offered to do his own remix of the song (both versions can be found on Tim’s Youtube channel).
Watch Tim Morse/Parallels 'Awaken' cover version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ay1N95FqXWM
Tim is also a published author and his book “Yesstories” has sold over 20,000 copies worldwide. His book “Classic Rock Stories” was published by the St. Martin’s Press and was featured on the Howard Stern show and VH1. He has also written for music magazines over the years including Mix, Guitar World, Keyboard and Bass Player.
Here’s what the press has said about Tim Morse’s previous albums:
(Transformation, 20th Anniversary Edition)
"For those with an appetite for classic progressive rock in the vein of Yes, Genesis, ELP and Rush and missed out on Transformation first time around, there is much to appreciate on this highly recommended remastered reissue." – Geoff Feakes, DPRP
“One of the best of 2025.” – Preston Frazier, Slang of Ages
“As the title implies, it's focused on capturing and delivering positive energy and perspectives to the listener. It's compelling stuff fans of classic art rock are guaranteed to dig.” – Anil Prasad, Innerviews
"Transformation (and its accompanying extras) is a must-have for any fan of classic or modern prog, and can serve as a wonderful bridge between the two. There's something for everyone on this album.” – Progwereld
“Sounds fresh and plugged in...reminiscent of early Yes and King Crimson.” – Jazzweekly.com
“Impressive in its symphonic heaviness and wondrous scope.” – DMME.NET
“Transformation, the debut album by progressive rock multiinstrumentalist Tim Morse, has returned with renewed clarity, expanded depth, and a generous helping of bonus material. Remastered in 2025 to mark its 20th anniversary, Transformation 20th Anniversary Edition is both a time capsule and a fresh statement of purpose from an artist whose devotion to craft has never wavered.” – ProgressiveRockCentral.com
(Soundtracks)
“A kaleidoscopic recording that seamlessly shifts from anthemic rock to buoyant Beatles-esque pop to sweeping and swirling kinetic instrumentals to ethereal soundscapes. Soundtracks features literate, observational songwriting that explores the complexity of modern society and relationships, and offers a hopeful view that the positive elements of this species will eventually triumph.” – Anil Prasad, Innerviews
“I find I want to listen more and more. Soundtracks is a very engaging album and Tim Morse is a writer and player with lots to say. Buy this right now!” – John Wilcox, Progsheet
“A pleasant album that offers a lot for fans of progressive rock that’s on the mellow and melodic side.” – Jon Davis, Expose
“Taken as a whole, Soundtracks is a pure joy. I can't wait to play it again.” – Michale Popke, Sea of Tranquility
“This album could appeal to fans of Barclay James Harvest, Strawbs, Anthony Phillips, Ken Baird or even Tim Bowness (sans the breathy vocals). I also hear vague but reminiscent snippets here and there from The Beatles which is fine by me.” – Greg Cummins, DPRP
“When the piano-encrusted “Deidra” and “Lullaby” arrive at the scene with a six-string lace in tow to wind things down in the most tender manner, the glacially romantic, yet robustly dynamic, “Vortex” is left hanging in the ether to finally suck the spectator in Tim Morse’s universe. It’s the place to be.” – Dmitry M. Epstein, DME
“It’s high quality and works well. It would probably be a highlight of many artists’ catalog.” – Gary Hill, Music Street Journal
Prog Magazine chose the first single from Soundtracks, "Blueberry Way" as one of its tracks of the week.
(The Archaeology Project)
“A well rounded retrospective and a fitting showcase for his musical inspirations and talents.” – Geoff Feakes, DPRP
“A great way to discover Tim Morse!” – Music in Belgium
“This release is an ideal place to start your exploration of his material.” – Anil Prasad, Innerviews
“A magnificent fourteen song retrospective of Morse’s music from 2005-2020.” – Exclusive Magazine
“Classy...that speaks to both the quality and the consistency of Morse’s music. I can’t think of a better introduction to his music than this CD.” – Gary Hill, Music Street Journal
(Tim Morse III)
“There’s no doubt fans of symphonic prog will find much to enjoy. Recommended.” – Jerry Lucky, The Progressive Rock Files
“Musically, ‘III’ is enjoyable – occupying the lighter end of the Yes style spectrum.” – PROG Magazine
“Recommended for fans of melodic rock with some progressive touches.” – Jon Davis, Expose
(Faithscience)
“Tim Morse deserves to make it into the mainstream, as he surely one of the greats of the genre.” – John Bollenberg, iO Pages
“A smartly arranged, melodic-symphonic opus.” – John Collinge, Progression Magazine
“Probably the biggest surprise of the year…and highly recommended to fans of classic prog.” – Kinesis
(Transformation, original 2005 release)
“Sounds great...unbelievably proficient." – Bill Bruford
"Deftly bridges classic and modern prog." – Sea of Tranquility
"Transformation is a work truly realized, an impressive work of creativity that grows on one even more after repeated listening.” – Andres Valle (Mellotron)
“An interesting and expansive collection of symphonic prog songs…it not only rewards repeated listening, it demands it.” – DPRP
Tim will be creating videos and doing PR to support the release of The Fourth Crossing. He is also working on a new album that he aims to release in 2027. Tim is also planning a one-off concert with special guests for the summer of 2027.
In closing, Tim has this to impart: “I hope that fans of electronic music will check out my new album The Fourth Crossing as I’m very proud of it! Also, I’m always grateful when anyone takes the time to listen to my music. In this modern age of endless distractions, it is a lovely thing when someone will truly listen to music.”
Release date: September 7, 2026
Label: Cymbalick Music
Pre-order “The Fourth Crossing”: https://timmorse.bandcamp.com/album/the-fourth-crossing
For more information:
Tim Morse website: https://timmorse.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timmorsemusic
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TimMorseProgRock
Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com
