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10/21/2026

New from Y&T: More demo recordings by Badfinger’s Tom Evans

I Believe In You is the follow-up release to 2024’s I Am Myself, a new collection of never-before-heard demo recordings by Liverpool’s Tom Evans, bassist and co-lead singer of the iconic power pop group Badfinger. It will be released as a limited-edition CD by Y&T Music and available on all streaming platforms on October 30, 2026..

Like his Badfinger bandmate Pete Ham, Tom Evans was a prolific songwriter; he gave the quartet many of their greatest “deep cuts,” including “Money,” “It’s Over,” “Believe Me” and “Blind Owl.” Evans and Ham co-wrote “Without You,” which went to No. 1 for both Harry Nilsson and Mariah Carey, and is considered by many to be one of the greatest pop ballads of all time.

He sang lead on “Come And Get It,” Badfinger’s smash hit debut, written and produced by Paul McCartney; his soaring tenor voice made “Maybe Tomorrow,” recorded for the Beatles’ Apple Records when they were still calling themselves The Iveys, an international sensation.

Among the 20 tracks on I Believe In You, six went on to be recorded by Badfinger: “Money,” “When I Say,” “Blind Owl,” “Queen Of Darkness,” “Lost Inside Your Love” and “Sail Away”. Another song, “Get To You” went on to be released by The Dodgers in 1976 as the B-side of their debut single, “Don’t Let Me Be Wrong.”

Performed mainly on acoustic guitar plus some on electric guitar or piano, with some assistance on guitar and backing vocals from Badfinger/Dodgers member, Bob Jackson, the album showcases Tommy’s growing maturity as a serious songwriter and lyricist during the 1970s spanning the middle period of his musical career between 1970-1977.

I Believe In You came to be after an exhaustive 2 year search for previously unheard songs and demo versions of well known Tom Evans tracks for Badfinger and The Dodgers. The recordings were once again compiled & edited by Tom Brennan, and restored & mastered by Kevin McElligott.

Marianne Evans shared photos from her personal collection for the 12-page booklet included with this new collection and Tim Boyle took the front cover photo. Released with the full support and cooperation of the Evans Estate, I Believe In You is a limited edition of 1200 CDs.

Earlier in 2026, Y&T Music issued Miniskirts And Rainbows, their 2nd collection of unreleased demo recordings by The Iveys, which included Tom Evans on rhythm guitar and vocals.

I BELIEVE IN YOU track listing:
1. I Believe In You (version 2)
2. Try To See Eye To Eye
3. Don’t Let it Go
4. Friday Night
5. It’ll Be Alright
6. Money (original demo)
7. When I Say (original demo)
8. Blind Owl (demo version 2)
9. Queen Of Darkness (demo version 2)
10. So Far
11. I’m Gonna Love You
12. Till You Came Along
13. A Dream Come True
14. Fade Away
15. Lost Inside Your Love (demo version)
16. Sail Away (demo version)
17. Get To You (demo version)
18. Twenty-Four Reasons
19. Has Anybody Seen Her
20. I Believe In You (version 1)

For more information:
https://www.amazon.com/I-Believe-You-Tom-Evans/dp/B0HMXCTRWY
https://badfingerlibrary.com/
www.ytmusiconline.com

CONTACT Y&T / Rich Ulloa:
PH: 1-786-368-9904
YTMusic1@aol.com

Press inquiries:
Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 1-828-350-8158 (US), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

10/10/2026

JEFF CANNATA RETURNS AS ARC ANGEL CANNATA WITH THE BRAND-NEW ALBUM A KALEIDOSCOPE OF MADNESS ARRIVING OCTOBER 16 VIA DEKO ENTERTAINMENT

FIRST SINGLE "DOPAMINE" AVAILABLE NOW

Stockton, NJ - Jeff Cannata, best known for his acclaimed work under the Arc Angel banner, returns with a brand-new chapter in his musical journey. Reintroducing the project as Arc Angel Cannata, he will release the highly anticipated new album A Kaleidoscope of Madness through Deko Entertainment on October 16, 2026.

A multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and producer, Cannata first gained recognition as a founding member of the influential 1970s progressive rock band Jasper Wrath, which toured extensively before disbanding in 1976. Following the group's dissolution, Cannata shifted his focus toward a more melodic and expansive studio-driven vision.

Partnering with former Jasper Wrath bandmate Michael Soldan, Cannata developed what would become the legendary Arc Angel project. The duo attracted the attention of Portrait/CBS Records, resulting in the release of the self-titled Arc Angel album in 1983. Featuring fan favorites such as "Stars" and "Tragedy," the album showcased contributions from acclaimed musicians including Jeff Bova and future Bon Jovi bassist Hugh McDonald. Produced with the involvement of industry veterans Tony Bongiovi, Lennie Petze, and Lance Quinn, the record remains a beloved classic among melodic rock and AOR enthusiasts worldwide.

Now, more than four decades later, Cannata revives the Arc Angel name with A Kaleidoscope of Madness, a powerful new collection that continues his signature blend of melodic rock, AOR, progressive rock, and art-rock influences.

"Music has always been an evolving journey for me. With 'A Kaleidoscope of Madness,' the intent was to bridge the melodic AOR and progressive rock structures of the early Arc Angel and Cannata days with distinctly fresh, contemporary sonic landscapes. Beyond the audio, I felt a strong pull to make this a comprehensive visual project, exploring themes of technology and identity, a lifetime of influences looking firmly forward, and I am content to finally let the listener step into this space. " JC

The album represents the latest chapter in Cannata's ever-evolving creative journey, following acclaimed releases including Images of Forever, Watching the World, Tamorok, Mysterium Magnum, and Harlequins of Light. Longtime fans can expect the soaring melodies, intricate arrangements, and progressive sensibilities that have defined his career, while new listeners will discover a thought-provoking and contemporary musical vision.

Songs such as "Dopamine," "Silicon Soldier," "Elliptical Mind," and "Zenith Mind" explore themes of technology, psychology, identity, and perception, reflecting both modern anxieties and timeless human questions. The physical packaging elevates the release into a multisensory experience, featuring a comprehensive 16-page booklet curated with the evocative, digital surrealism of artist Arjuna Noor. The imagery deepens the record’s exploration of technology, perception, and human identity.

Watch the video for "Dopamine" here: https://youtu.be/2WGehfdgq10?si=b68YWhl2GyW3E5we

Order A Kaleidoscope of Madness on CD and Signed Bundles While Supplies Last.
https://www.dekoentertainment.com/inthesquare/cannata

Track Listing
1. Silicon Soldier
2. Energy
3. Dopamine
4. Elliptical Mind
5. The Ghost in You
6. Salvador
7. True Voice
8. Zenith Mind
9. Kaleidoscope of Madness
10. Benjamin Franklin
11. Juliette
12. UFOs and Caviar
13. What John Would Say
14. Kensington Market
15. Savior

About Deko Entertainment
Deko Entertainment is a leading music and media company dedicated to delivering exceptional releases across rock, metal, progressive, pop, and specialty markets. Through innovative packaging, artist partnerships, and fan-focused experiences, Deko continues to bring legendary recordings and exciting new music to audiences around the world.

For more information:
https://www.dekoentertainment.com
Deko Entertainment–Art Has Value

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

10/06/2026

John Ferrara's Mono Means One Unleashes Creatures of Symmetry, a 45-Minute Collision of Heartbreak Melody and Math-Metal Fury – OUT NOW!

The instrumental trio led by "Unsung Genius of Tapping" John Ferrara (Consider the Source) releases its seven-song album October 2, led by the singles "Monolith" and "Creatures of Symmetry"

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — Mono Means One, the instrumental trio of bass, keyboard and drums led by bassist and composer John Ferrara, release its new album Creatures of Symmetry on Friday, October 2, 2026. Ferrara, known worldwide for building entire compositions with the two-handed tapping technique, leads the band through seven tracks and 45 minutes that pair deeply emotional melodies and chord progressions with odd-meter riffing, epic 10-minute arrangements and breakdowns that edge into Meshuggah-style math metal. The album is preceded by two singles, "Monolith" and the title track.

About the Album

Creatures of Symmetry is 45 minutes of intensity by every metric. Across seven songs, Ferrara moves from delicate, singable melodies to crushing polyrhythmic breakdowns, often within the same piece. Several tracks stretch past the 10-minute mark, giving themes room to build, fracture and return.

The result sits somewhere few instrumental records go: memorable enough to hum, complex enough to count along to, and heavy enough to feel in your chest. With no vocals, the bass, keyboard and drums carry every hook, and the album lives up to the band's unofficial motto: "We make grown men cry."

"I think of it as if Thom Yorke and Tomas Haake had a baby — one that just looks a little more like Yorke," says Ferrara. "I took solo bass pieces of mine and reimagined them. These songs had so much potential to sound huge, nuanced and powerful, and I think the three of us achieved exactly that. I am very proud of this album, from the richness of the compositions to the playing and the production!"

The Singles

"Monolith" — "Monolith" showcases the band's signature approach to arrangement and musicianship: bass tapping, fluid role-switching as bass and keyboards trade melody and low-end duties, and virtuosic drumming woven through several distinct movements. "The idea was to bring the listener from whisper quiet with an eerie chord progression to madness by the time it reaches the heavy, mathy riff in the middle," says Ferrara. "I think we achieved it pretty well :)"

"Creatures of Symmetry" — Clocking in at 10:22, the title track is a prog epic that covers the most sonic terrain on the album. It moves through Ferrara's signature "tremolo tapping" technique, odd-time grooves and memorable melodies, then a chaotic bridge that builds into a solo section where all three members shine.

What People Are Saying

"Jaw-dropping." — Bob Boilen, NPR Music, creator of the Tiny Desk Concerts

"When it comes to bass tapping, John Ferrara is an absolute beast of a player." — Scott Devine, Scott's Bass Lessons

"The Unsung Genius of Tapping." — Charles Berthoud, bassist

About Mono Means One

Mono Means One is an instrumental trio: John Ferrara on bass, Isaac Young on keyboard and Rob Madore on drums. Built around Ferrara's two-handed tapping compositions, the band blends emotional, melodic songwriting with progressive and math-metal intensity.

About John Ferrara

John Ferrara is a solo bassist, composer and member of the progressive band Consider the Source. He has gained worldwide recognition for his unorthodox approach to writing and performing, built largely on the two-handed tapping technique.

His playing has drawn praise from prominent figures in the bass community, including Charles Berthoud, who called him "The Unsung Genius of Tapping." He has shared the stage with bass legend Michael Manring at Solo Bass Night Chicago and with Tony Levin's Stickmen.

Ferrara has been featured numerous times for his performances and lessons on the world-renowned site Scott's Bass Lessons. He also writes a column for No Treble, teaching his tapping method and how to use it as a tool for composition. He teaches his approach to a growing community of players in Bass Club, his online bass school.

Personnel
John Ferrara, bass
Isaac Young, keyboard
Rob Madore, drums

Release date: October 2, 2026
Label: Self-released

Track list
1. Monolith (single)
2. One Small i
3. Alternate Endings
4. Songer
5. Kleshas
6. Creatures of Symmetry (single)
7. Did You Make It Through the Storm?

Listen and follow
Bandcamp: johnferraramusic.bandcamp.com
Landing Page for Streaming: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/monomeansone/creatures-of-symmetry
Spotify: Mono Means One
Instagram: @monomeansone
Website: johnferraramusic.com

John Ferrara tour dates
10/9 Providence, RI - The Parlour % *** Album Release show ***
10/30 Brattleboro, VT - Marigold >
10/31 Worcester, MA - Electric Haze $ >
11/6 Syracuse, NY - Funk N Waffles ¥
11/7 Buffalo, NY - Nietzches £
11/12 Asheville, NC - Third Room*
11/13 Charlotte, NC - The Rabbit Hole*
11/14 Boone, NC - Boone Saloon*
11/19 Boston, MA - O’Briens Pub ^
11/20 Hartford, CT - Broadbrook Opera House $
11/21 Dover, NH - Fuego

% Felicity Hubris
$ Leon Trout
> Mono Means One feat Gabriel Marin + Jeff Mann of Consider the Source
* Muscle tough
^ The Greys
¥ Zefram
£ Sailing Stones

Get tickets here: https://www.johnferraramusic.com/tour/

Press contact

[John Ferrara] · [John.Ferrara.Bass@gmail.com] · [917-704-6757]

Hi-res photos, album art and review copies available on request.

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158, glassonyonpr@gmail.com

10/05/2026

Hard Rock/Metal Artist Atom Stone Returns with Powerful New Single “Isn’t Love”

Atom Stone - Bad Decisions [Rock Version] Cover

Hard rock/metal artist Atom Stone releases “Bad Decisions,” the fourth single and title track from his highly anticipated upcoming album. This latest release captures the raw energy and emotional depth that have become hallmarks of Stone’s sound, blending gritty rock sensibilities with honest, unapologetic storytelling.

“Bad Decisions” offers a powerful glimpse into the heart of the forthcoming album, exploring themes of self-reflection, consequence, and the choices that shape who we become. With its driving intensity and relatable narrative, the track stands as both a bold statement and an invitation into the world Stone has crafted for this new chapter.

As anticipation continues to build, “Bad Decisions” sets the tone for what promises to be a compelling and deeply personal release. Stay tuned for more updates as Atom Stone prepares to unveil the full album.

“Bad Decisions” is taken from Atom Stone’s upcoming album of the same name, to be released later this year. “Isn’t Love” and a country version of “Bad Decisions” are also available.

Lead Vocals – Atom Stone
Background Vocals – Atom Stone & Nick Sturms
Lead & Rhythm Guitar, Bass, Keyboard & Piano and Drums – Nick Sturms
Synthesizer – Jeff Sturms

Music & Lyrics Written By – Nick Sturms, John King
Produced By – Nick Sturms
Engineered By – Dave Albro
Mastered By – Toby Mountain

Publishing Atom Stone: DUFFY AJAX MUSIC – BMI
Publishing Nick Sturms: Reinvent Entertainment – Sesac

Release Date: September 21, 2026
Label: Melodic Revolution Records

Atom Stone (Voyager, Metallic Green) hails from Detroit, a vocalist who started his musical journey as a woodwind player at the tender age of seven. He began playing the clarinet and saxophone, quickly advancing to Bass and Alto Clarinet within a few years. Beyond being a talented vocalist, Atom has worked hard at becoming a skilled guitarist.

To purchase or stream:
Bandcamp: https://atomstone.bandcamp.com/track/bad-decisions-rock-version
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0nAWTuuZoeUnjzI3D03JDC?si=toJP8Vp-TOizqpkMzgLglQ
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKL8FGW2

For more information:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atomstonemusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atomstonemusic/
Website: https://atomstone.net
Bandcamp: https://atomstone.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3yjOPctBb1qwuzMa7KR2vS

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158, glassonyonpr@gmail.com

10/01/2026

Singer-Songwriter & Multi-Instrumentalist J.Edmond to Release New Album “Dear Therapist, What’s Eating J.Edmond?” feat. Fernando Perdomo October 23, 2026

Dear Therapist, What’s Eating J.Edmond? is a new 11-track power-pop/rock album from J.Edmond that explores mental health, relationships, identity, personal struggles, and the process of trying to understand yourself.

The album features performances and production from an accomplished group of musicians, including Fernando Perdomo, A. Michael Collins, Paul Chastain, Danny Henry, Tommy Hayes, and voice samples of his late friend Brandon “Slim” Polin. Executive Produced by Grammy award-winner Greg Richling, former 20 year member of The Wallflowers and current producer of music documentaries such as Immediate Family and Give Me a Word: The Collective Soul Story + others.

J.Edmond performs vocals and guitar throughout the album. Fernando Perdomo contributes guitar, lead guitar, bass, drums and mellotron, with additional performances from the album’s guest musicians including Paul Chastain of Velvet Crush/Matthew Sweet fame.

Dear Therapist, What’s Eating J.Edmond? releases October 23, 2026. The album will be available digitally and on CD and vinyl. A music video for the song “Dreams” will be released alongside the album.

Many of the songs on the album deal with mental health, relationships, identity, fear, and the feeling of trying to understand why you think and feel the way you do. During the making of the album, J.Edmond was dealing with major changes in his life, including discovering that he is autistic. Says J.Edmond, “The songs came from a pretty wide range of experiences, but they all felt connected once I started putting the album together. I wanted the record to sound like me — honest and personal, but still energetic and fun to listen to.”

The album represents an important new chapter for J.Edmond as an independent artist, following a difficult period involving health challenges, personal changes, and ultimately choosing to self-release the music rather than continue pursuing a traditional record-label arrangement.

In closing, J.Edmond has this to say: “It’s okay not to have yourself completely figured out.”

“I’ve spent a lot of time thinking that I needed to have everything under control or that I needed to fit into somebody else’s idea of who I was supposed to be. I’m learning that being honest about who you are — including the messy parts — is a much healthier way to live.”

“If somebody hears this album and recognizes a piece of themselves in it, then I’ve done what I wanted to do. You don’t have to have all the answers before you’re allowed to make something meaningful.”

Track listing:
1. What Are You Afraid Of?
2. Dear Therapist
3. Dreams
4. Talk (I Suppose I Need to Take a Break)
5. Living the Dream
6. Listen in Now
7. Some Way
8. Search Lights
9. See There
10. Tie Back Beginnings
11. Never a Chance

Personnel:
J.Edmond — vocals, guitar
Fernando Perdomo — guitar, lead guitar, bass, drums, mellotron
A. Michael Collins — drums, backing vocals, bass
Paul Chastain — bass, vocals, backing vocals
Danny Henry — keys
Tommy Hayes — saxophone
Brandon “Slim” Polin — samples

Self-released through Jebb’s Music Label.

Pre-order the digital album and CD: https://jedmond.bandcamp.com/album/dear-therapist-whats-eating-j-edmond
Pre-save on streaming: https://hypeddit.com/obdsec
Pre-order the vinyl (Elastic Stage): https://elasticstage.com/jedmondpresents/releases/dear-therapist-whats-eating-jedmond-album?m_nILCj0H5V2kxlPkCPla7JA
$20 CDs can be ordered via PayPal and Venmo by contacting jedmondmusic56@gmail.com
Order merch: https://jedmondpresents.com/shop

For more information:
Jebb’s Music on Bandcamp: https://jebbsmusic.bandcamp.com
Artist Website: https://jedmondpresents.com/home
Join the mailing list for updates and exclusives: https://jedmondpresents.com/home
(Consider joining the mailing list for updates and exclusives)

J.Edmond on social media:
Instagram: @jedmondpresents
Facebook: @jedmondpresents
TikTok: @jedmondpresents
Threads: @jedmondpresents
Bluesky: @jedmondpresents

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158, glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/25/2026

THE FALL ANNOUNCE DEFINITIVE FINAL STUDIO ALBUM ‘POST SCRIPT’ ARRIVING THIS AUTUMN ON COG SINISTER RECORDS

SALFORD, UK— Cog Sinister Records is proud to announce the upcoming release of Post Script, the official and final studio album by The Fall. Scheduled for release in autumn, this monumental nine-track collection delivers a definitive final statement from one of the most uncompromising, legendary, and influential cult bands in British music history.

Eight years after the passing of iconic frontman Mark E. Smith, Post Script completes a staggering recording career that spanned five decades. The album is built from archival vocal recordings of Smith tracking from 2001 to 2014, with meticulous musical backing completed posthumously by long-time collaborators and former manager/producers Ed Blaney and Simon Archer.

The album’s lead single, "30 Degrees"—co-written by Smith, Archer, and Blaney in Salford—is out now across all major platforms, giving fans a first taste of the record’s raw, driving energy.

“I have spent the afternoon listening to the final mixes,” says former Fall manager and long term accomplice Ed Blaney. “Without any doubt, I can say it’s an absolutely brilliant album. A Fall fan's dream and some... nine absolute bangers.”

Bristling with Smith’s trademark caustic wit, hypnotic repetition, and jagged post-punk energy, Post Script moves seamlessly from fractured garage-rock grooves to eerie spoken-word pieces and ramshackle anthems. It stands as a vital, authorised coda to a group that famously never compromised, never repeated themselves, and never cared what anyone else thought.

Post Script will be available in three distinct physical formats: standard CD, standard black vinyl, and a highly collectable, limited-edition white vinyl LP. Pre-orders are open now via the official band store and all good music outlets.

'Post Script' Official Track Listing:
1. 30 Degrees
2. So Long
3. Colonels Retreat
4. Caveat
5. Final Position
6. Retro Song
7. Irish Northern Man
8. Dehydrated
9. The Book
Release date: 9th October 2026

About The Fall:
Formed in Manchester in 1976, The Fall was the central vehicle for singer and songwriter Mark E. Smith. Over a 40-year run, the band released 31 studio albums, establishing a reputation as the ultimate outsider geniuses of post-punk.

Official website: https://thefall.xyz/

To pre-order: https://the-fall-band.myshopify.com/

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158, glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/22/2026

Progressive Rock Band Pulsifier To Release New Single “Glass Cage” October 16, 2026

Southern Maine-based progressive rock band Pulsifier are set to release their upcoming single “Glass Cage” on October 16, 2026!

The band describes their new song: “Our latest release Glass Cage channels the inner shadow voice—drawing on Carl Jung’s concept of the shadow self—to confront the parts of us we keep locked away. Written from that raw, unfiltered perspective of the shadow, the track builds to a powerful chant designed to be screamed along with, turning private struggle into a collective release.”

Listeners can expect the complex riffs and provocative lyrics that Pulsifier is known for—yet, as every fan knows, each song carries its own distinct identity, something fresh and unexpected. ‘Glass Cage’ is no exception. It will haunt you. The band hopes listeners dig deeper into the meaning behind the words for themselves.

Release Date: October 16th
Written by Pulsifier (Melissa Allen and Chris Skehan)
Produced by David Dominguez

Personnel:
Vocalist: MeA Allen
Guitarist: Chris Skehan
Drummer: Jay Grant
Bassist: Chris Pomerleau

About Pulsifier:

Pulsifier is a progressive rock band from southern Maine founded in 2023 by guitarist Christopher Skehan and lyricist/lead singer MeA, and drummer Jay Allen Grant. Adding to the low-end, Christopher Pomerleau one of the newest members of the band. Pulsifier’s music is a raw and passionate style of progressive rock with a little edge at times, and a lean towards complexity; an eclectic mix of poetry and riffs, exploring the bounds of reality. The name "Pulsifier" is emblematic of the band recognizing that as musicians, they are a channel through which vibrations flow, transforming into something new to share.

After listening to Pulsifier's music, you will know them intimately through songs that bleed with emotion and hold nothing back. The provocative and introspective lyrics and unique sound reflect the bands diverse array of influences. Pulsifier aims to connect with fans on a deep level, in an immersible experience for audiences with performances that are both intensely visual as well as audial. Reach out and let them hear from you or come say hi at a show. This group loves to meet and vibe with others looking to connect through music! Check back for upcoming shows and tour dates!

“Glass Cage” will be available here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3smnFikIFqTrfIpm4v6Pni?si=Aj2-ewdvRjezavnvej9cGw
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pulsifier
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/pulsifier/1724520715

For more information:
Website: https://pulsifierband.com/
EPK: https://www.massivemediams.com/pulsifier
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pulsifier/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pulsifierband/

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158, glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/21/2026

DEREK SHARP AND THE CHAMPAGNE JAM FEATURING FORMER GUESS WHO VOCALIST DEREK SHARP RELEASE CROSSING THE RUBICON, THE FOLLOW-UP TO THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED PLEIN D'AMOUR

Derek Sharp and the Champagne Jam - Crossing The Rubicon Cover

Stockton, NJ - From 2008 through 2024, Derek Sharp served as the Lead Vocalist, and guitarist of legendary rock band The Guess Who, performing nearly 1,000 shows across North America. Known for his powerhouse vocals, multi-instrumental talent, and commanding stage presence, Derek captivated audiences’ night after night, building a reputation as one of rock’s most versatile and electrifying performers.

Now, with his new project Derek Sharp & The Champagne Jam, he’s leading a bold Power Pop revival, fusing irresistible hooks, rich harmonies, and emotional depth with a fresh, modern edge. Drawing inspiration from icons like ELO, Queen, The Raspberries, and channeling the sonic energy of Oasis and Coldplay, Derek proves that timeless songwriting doesn’t fade, it evolves.

His solo debut, Plein D’Amour — originally released as The Guess Who’s final album has already crossed 2 million streams, with strong physical sales and international resonance. His follow-up, Crossing The Rubicon, is already generating buzz among fans and critics alike. Crossing The Rubicon picks up right where Plein D'Amour left off. Rich with infectious melodies, soaring harmonies, psychedelic textures, and intricate arrangements, the album further establishes Sharp's unique vision and songwriting prowess.

As Derek explains, “I love records that reveal more every time you listen to them. There might be a melody that grabs you immediately, but underneath it are harmonies, sounds and little musical moments you don’t discover until the fifth or tenth listen. That’s the kind of record I wanted Crossing The Rubicon to be -something immediate enough to sing along with, but deep enough that you want to keep coming back.”

Derek’s career is a tapestry of collaboration, production, and performance. He’s worked with acclaimed artists including Triumph, Gowan, Sass Jordan and many more. With his new chapter unfolding, Derek Sharp stands not just as a performer, but as a force at the intersection of rock legacy and sonic reinvention.

Available now on all major digital platforms, Crossing The Rubicon features standout tracks including "Redline," "Umbrella," and "Wasting My Time," showcasing Sharp's gift for crafting memorable songs that balance classic influences with contemporary appeal.

Watch "Umbrella" here:
https://youtu.be/Agk9n7OTubA?si=hTCdC7iJK26N9aj1

Order Crossing The Rubicon on CD and Signed LPs
https://www.dekoentertainment.com/derek-sharp

Track Listing
1. Redline
2. Flyin'
3. Lonely Eyes
4. Umbrella
5. Breathe
6. Someday
7. Wasting My Time
8. Holy Ground
9. Best That I Can
10. Plein D'Amour Reprise

For more information:
https://www.dekoentertainment.com
Deko Entertainment–Art Has Value

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/20/2026

Witchwood Records To Release Strawbs ‘Grave New World Live’ On Limited Edition Coloured Vinyl October 23, 2026

Strawbs 50 Years On - Grave New World Live Vinyl

• One time only limited pressing
• The only live performance of 'Grave New World' in its entirety
• A live realisation of Cousins' vision for how his proudest work was to be experienced
• Produced and mixed by Larry Fast (Peter Gabriel, Bonnie Tyler, Kate Bush, Foreigner)
• Mastered at Abbey Road Studios by Geoff Pesche (Gorillaz, Coldplay, New Order, Dire Straits)
• 180g translucent red vinyl, gatefold outer sleeve, printed inner sleeve with deluxe trifold booklet

In marking the death of David Cousins on 13 July 2025, Witchwood Records is absolutely delighted to announce the release of the first recording from Strawbs 50th Anniversary – ‘Grave New World Live’. This will be released as a limited pressing, just 1,000 for the world, gatefold LP with booklet – presented libretto-style, as was the original studio album. This is the first of a series of recordings to be released from Strawbs 50th. This release captures the only ever concert rendition of this landmark record.

Grave New World, released on 4 February 1972, reached number 11 in the UK Albums chart, selling almost 100,000 copies in the UK alone. It was one of the albums of which David Cousins was most proud. He continued to perform songs such as New World and Benedictus throughout his career.

In developing Strawbs 50th Anniversary, to be held in Lakewood, New Jersey, USA from 26 April through 28 April 2019, David decided that the programme should include the only live performance of the album. As such, he invited Wesley Stace to collaborate with him in writing a narration for this ‘theatrical performance’.

John Ford and Blue Weaver, both of whom had performed on the original album, were invited to take part. They were joined by Wesley Stace, Eric Bazilian (of the Hooters), Tony Fernandez, Brian Willoughby and Cathryn Craig. With only an afternoon’s rehearsal, the performance took place on the early evening of 27 April. As would be the case for a theatrical performance or classical concert, the audience was asked not to applaud until the end.

In addition to the numbers that David sang, and Wesley’s narration, John Ford sang Heavy Disguise and Wesley performed The Flower and the Young Man.

David’s ill health, together with COVID-19, meant that it wasn’t possible for Grave New World Live to be completed as soon as he would have wished. Work had already been started by Larry Fast, a pioneer in electronic music production, and record producer Blue Weaver, before David’s death in July 2025. In accordance with his wishes, this recording, on vinyl like the original, is now presented as the first major work from the 50th Anniversary. Unlike many “live” albums, however, the songs are heard as they were performed.

Track listing:
1. Benedictus
2. Hey Little Man Thursday
3. Queen Of Dreams
4. Heavy Disguise
5. New World
6. Hey Little Man Wednesday
7. The Flower And The Young Man
8. Tomorrow
9. On Growing Older
10. Ah Me Ah My
11. Is It Today Lord
12. Journey’s End
13. Benedictus 2

Dedicated to the life and work of David Cousins.

To pre-order: https://a.co/d/095UlkWa

Witchwood official website: https://witchwoodrecords.com/

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/16/2026

RETURN TO THE RED PLANET - THE EPIC RETURN TO MARS FROM RICK WAKEMAN - LISTEN TO THE SECOND SINGLE ‘BOWIE’S VISION’ - OUT TODAY

Photo credit: Mike Inns

RETURN TO THE RED PLANET - THE EPIC RETURN TO MARS FROM RICK WAKEMAN - LISTEN TO THE SECOND SINGLE ‘BOWIE’S VISION’ - OUT TODAY

ALBUM RELEASE DATE: 16^th OCTOBER (MADFISH MUSIC)

A new progressive rock suite inspired by both past and the latest discoveries on The Red Planet. Featuring Lee Pomeroy, Dave Colquhoun, Adam Falkner & Mollie Marriott.

"This isn't just another Rick Wakeman album. It's a bloody good one!"

Simon Heyworth - Producer of Tubular Bells

Following his acclaimed 2020 album The Red Planet, Rick Wakeman makes a triumphant and inevitable return to Mars with Return To The Red Planet, a sweeping new progressive work that fuses science, imagination and musical virtuosity into one of the most ambitious recordings of his career. Today, Wakeman has shared the album’s second single, ‘Bowie’s Vision’, a stunning tribute to David Bowie, a figure whose own fascination with the stars would become inseparable from his musical legacy. For Wakeman, the connection is also deeply personal, having worked alongside Bowie during a formative period in both of their careers and famously played piano on the timeless ‘Life On Mars?’.

STREAM/DOWNLOAD THE NEW SINGLE ‘BOWIE’S VISION’: https://orcd.co/bowies_vision

Sharing a few lines on his inspiration behind the new single, Wakeman shared -

“I have been wanting to do a musical tribute to David ever since this world lost him and so returning to the Red Planet gave me the perfect opportunity to do just that and compose and record 'Bowie’s Vision'. It’s a very personal piece of music and tells the story of our times together. He gave me warmth of musicality mixed with melody and surprise and these are the ingredients that come together to make up this very special track for a very special friend.”

Rick Wakeman & The English Rock Ensemble - Return To The Red Planet Thumbnail

WATCH THE TRAILER FOR RETURN TO THE RED PLANET: https://youtu.be/zkO2P-VnBEA?si=K7TH90lTaUv6pGC1

Return To The Red Planet tracklist:
The Jezero Crater – 06:56
Bowie’s Vision – 05:45
Noctis Labyrinthus – 05:28
Noachis Terra (Land of Noah) – 06:23
Witch Hazel Hill – 04:02
St Paul’s Bay – 06:53
Martian Dust Devils – 04:53
Medusae Fossae – 04:26
The Epochs of Mars – 07:45

“Once I started looking at the new data and photographs, I realised there was an entirely new album waiting to be written. There was simply too much more to say about Mars - musically and spiritually - not to return.” – Rick Wakeman

At a time when space exploration has moved back to the forefront of human endeavour - with missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond once again capturing the world’s imagination - Return To The Red Planet feels both timely and visionary, rekindling the cosmic spirit that helped define progressive rock’s golden age.

Where its predecessor opened the story, this album explores the planet’s ancient lakes, vast canyon systems, shifting dust storms and geological epochs, drawing directly on the remarkable images and research that have transformed our understanding of Mars in recent years, Wakeman immersing himself in planetary research, data, and mission reports before a single note was written.

RETURN TO THE RED PLANET WILL BE RELEASED EVERYWHERE ON THE FOLLOWING FORMATS:

- Crystal Clear Gatefold Vinyl LP
- Classic Black Gatefold Vinyl LP
- Digipack CD With 20-page booklet
- CD/Blu-ray edition - includes CD of the studio album + Blu-ray disc featuring Dolby Atmos, 5.1 Surround Sound & Hi-Res Stereo Mixes and The Making Of The 'Return To The Red Planet' Documentary + 20-page printed booklet
- Digital

PRE-ORDER RETURN TO THE RED PLANET

RETURN TO THE RED PLANET WILL ALSO BE RELEASED ON THE FOLLOWING FORMATS, EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH THE OFFICIAL RICK WAKEMAN STORE:

- CD/Blu-ray edition - Includes CD of the studio album + Blu-ray disc featuring Dolby Atmos, 5.1 Surround Sound & Hi-Res Stereo Mixes and The Making Of The 'Return To The Red Planet' Documentary + 20-page printed booklet. Features an immersive 3D pop-up of Wakeman’s spacecraft landed on Mars

- Gatefold 2LP edition - pressed on Transparent Orange Vinyl and features an immersive 3D pop-up Of Wakeman’s spacecraft landed on Mars

PRE-ORDER VIA RICK WAKEMAN’S OFFICIAL STORE

Recorded between August 2025 and January 2026, the project also marks a welcome return to full band recording, with all musicians working together at Decoy Studios - a creative approach Wakeman considers essential to capturing the spontaneity and energy of progressive rock at its best.

The album is performed by Wakeman’s English Rock Ensemble, featuring bassist Lee Pomeroy, guitarist Dave Colquhoun, drummer Adam Falkner and vocalist Mollie Marriott, daughter of legendary Steve Marriott. The album was mastered by renowned engineer Simon Heyworth.

Among the album’s centrepieces is Bowie’s Vision, a deeply personal homage to Wakeman’s friend David Bowie, whose fascination with Mars helped shape popular culture’s image of the planet. The connection is more than thematic: Wakeman performed the iconic piano on Bowie’s Life on Mars?, making this tribute both musical and autobiographical - a reflection on a shared history, a lasting friendship and one of rock’s most celebrated recordings.

The music was initially composed as keyboard “templates” at Nursery Studios, before being expanded collaboratively by the band at Decoy Studios and engineered by Toby Wood. Final overdubs and mixing with producer/engineer Erik Jordan bring the vision into sharp focus - from sweeping symphonic passages to intricate rhythmic sequences and haunting choral textures.

Praise for The Red Planet (2020):
“An astonishing return to form…Wakeman at his most imaginative” – Prog Magazine
“A richly detailed symphonic rock journey” – Classic Rock

Wakeman needs little introduction. A central figure during his many years with Yes, he is also one of the most successful solo artists in progressive rock history, with a catalogue of over one hundred albums and global sales in the tens of millions. His career as a session musician includes landmark recordings with David Bowie, Elton John, Cat Stevens and many more, establishing him as one of the most distinctive keyboard voices of his generation.

RETURN TO THE RED PLANET WILL BE RELEASED ON MADFISH ON 16^th OCTOBER, PRE-ORDER HERE: https://rickwakemanmadfish.lnk.to/Return_To_The_Red_Planet

For more information:
https://www.rickwakemansmusicemporium.com/
www.rwcc.com
www.instagram.com/rickwakemanmusic
https://www.facebook.com/RickWakemanMusic
https://twitter.com/GrumpyOldRick
For more high-res images please see: https://www.madfishmusic.com/media/rickwakeman/

www.madfishmusic.com

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158, glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/14/2026

Guitar Virtuoso Harvey Valdes to Release New Improvisational Pedal Steel Album Lumora September 18

Guitar virtuoso Harvey Valdes is set to release his new album Lumora on September 18, 2026 on 7D Media. Lumora is an intimate solo pedal steel guitar recording that explores atmosphere, melody, and improvisation through the unique voice of the instrument. Stripped of accompaniment, the album invites listeners into a spacious sonic landscape where tone, resonance, and silence become as important as the notes themselves.

Although the pedal steel is often associated with country music, this recording presents the instrument in a different light. Drawing from ambient music, classical influences, and contemporary improvisation, the album reflects my ongoing search for a personal musical language on the pedal steel. Rather than relying on the instrument's traditional vocabulary, Valdes explores it as an expressive, orchestral voice capable of remarkable nuance, color, and emotional depth.

Every piece was created as a complete improvisation, without predetermined structures or written compositions. Valdes approached each performance with openness, allowing melody, harmony, texture, and form to emerge naturally in the moment. The result is music that often unfolds with the coherence and emotional arc of carefully composed works while retaining the immediacy and spontaneity of improvisation. Rather than emphasizing virtuosity, the focus is on creating mood, space, and emotional connection, inviting listeners to slow down and discover the subtle details that emerge over time.

The album was recorded over the course of a single day, capturing a moment when exploration gave way to acceptance. Says Valdes, “After living with the challenges and endless possibilities of the pedal steel, I felt a need to let go of analysis and simply play. The recording became less about making an album and more about embracing the instrument as it is, allowing each improvisation to unfold naturally. In many ways, this project documents a personal turning point - one that opened the door to a more authentic musical voice.”

The title Lumora suggests light, warmth, and quiet illumination - qualities that reflect the emotional character of the music. Rather than telling a specific story, the album creates a space that is reflective, expansive, and open to personal interpretation.

As a guitarist and multi-instrumentalist, Valdes’ career has taken him through a wide range of musical settings—from Broadway orchestras to world music, the music of Bach, and collaborative projects. This project is a deeply personal artistic statement, placing the pedal steel guitar at the center while exploring the instrument's expressive possibilities as a solo voice.

Says Valdes, “My hope is that Lumora invites listeners into this musical language - not as something to be explained, but as a space to inhabit, where simplicity, texture, and spontaneity reveal their own quiet beauty.”

Track list:
1. Mistral
2. Fray
3. Liena
4. Hallow
5. Slen
6. Gleam
7. Drisk
8. Exael

Personnel:
Harvey Valdes - Pedal Steel
Produced, mix, artwork, compositions: Harvey Valdes
Mastered: Chuck Johnson

To pre-order: https://harveyvaldes.bandcamp.com/album/lumora

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/11/2026

Held By Trees Release New Single ‘Belong’ from ‘The Call of Home’ featuring Marc James, Frontman of Rock Trio Verra Cruz

New lyric video ‘Belong’ premieres today on the official Held By Trees YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pkQf8ab-0k

Held By Trees release a second single ‘Belong’ today, 11 September 2026, ahead of new album ‘The Call of Home’ on 2 October 2026. On this classic, heart-string-pulling, mid-tempo, 80s influenced love song, Held By Trees once again welcome a guest vocalist, this time in the form of Marc James, frontman of rock trio Verra Cruz.

Taking its cues from Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen and more recent Americana such as The War on Drugs, ‘Belong’ describes the yearning for a loved one to return home, and the welcome when they do.

Held By Trees’ founder and songwriter, David Joseph says of the song… “This could be my favourite song on the new album. Julian Kindred nailed the mix first time, on my birthday as well which was the perfect gift! I am over the moon with Marc’s vocal on it, he’s really made it his own. We debuted the song live back in the spring and I adore playing it with the band. It’s just one of those deeply satisfying songs to write, record and perform.”

‘The Call of Home’ is the follow-up to the critically acclaimed ‘Hinterland’ and finds the band exploring very different territory, with the album featuring nine tracks with vocals bookended with two more familiar instrumental takes, including for the first time on vinyl, Lay Your Troubles Down with Martin Smith. The album will be released by Tweed Jacket Music / Low Port Music on vinyl, CD and digital formats – but will be initially absent from streaming platforms as each track is released as singles. The striking original artwork, so important to Held By Trees, has been originated by @BlankEmbrace.

‘The Call of Home’ sees a broadening of personnel, with new musical collaborators with backgrounds as diverse as Radiohead and Primal Scream, to Wet Wet Wet and Delirious [Clive Deamer, Simone Marie, Graeme Duffin, and Martin Smith/Stu Garrard respectively]. With David Joseph once again are the core band of Robbie McIntosh, Laurence Pendrous, and Andy Panayi with their shared history with Mark Hollis and Talk Talk, among many others. Still at his side are James Grant and Grant Howard, continuing a friendship and musical partnership spanning over two decades now in various forms. David’s key musical mentors Martin Smith, Jason Upton and Eric Bibb take the vocal mic alongside Simone Marie and Marc James and, in a departure, David even sings a few himself.

David Joseph said, “I’ve made an album of songs with some of our friends singing. It’s a love letter to the music of the 80s and 90s, when I was a youngster falling in love with music through my parent’s records and cassettes, and what I heard on the radio and on Top of the Pops. It’s on the theme of coming home; to reunion, redemption and the warming of the heart through sounds and stories.

This album is a labour of love on many levels, a branching out of what this project is and can be. Over nine songs, bookended with two instrumentals, I hope all who listen find their way home to an embrace that this music can offer the soul.”

Held By Trees is a journey in itself and ‘The Call of Home’ offers new sonic vistas to explore, whilst retaining the heart and hearth of what makes this band special.

Held By Trees LIVE

London – Chats Palace, Hackney
13th November 2026
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.com/rondotheatre/held-by-trees/e-zpbqxm

Bath – Rondo Theatre
23rd January 2027
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.com/rondotheatre/held-by-trees/e-zpbqxm

Chelmsford – Chelmsford Social Club
19th February 2027
Tickets: https://wegottickets.com/f/22318

Worcester – Huntingdon Hall
2nd April 2027
Tickets: www.worcestertheatres.co.uk

For more information: www.heldbytrees.co.uk

New lyric video ‘Belong’ premieres today on the official Held By Trees YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pkQf8ab-0k

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158, glassonyonpr@gmail.com (North America, Europe)

9/04/2026

ACCLAIMED COMPOSER CHRISTOPHER GORDON'S POWERFUL NEW INTERPRETATION OF SHAKESPEARE'S MACBETH, PERFORMED BY AN EXCEPTIONAL CAST OF INTERNATIONAL GUESTS, ORCHESTRA AND CHOIR – SET FOR RELEASE ON MADFISH ON 30th OCTOBER

FEATURES GAVIN HARRISON (PORCUPINE TREE, KING CRIMSON), JONAS REINGOLD (THE FLOWER KINGS, STEVE HACKETT), RANDY MCSTINE (STEVEN WILSON), GREG HOWE (PROTOCOL 4, DARWIN), MOHINI DEY (DARWIN), MARCEL COENEN (AYREON), MICHAEL MILLS (TOEHIDER, AYREON), SYDNEY'S MAGIC FIRE ORCHESTRA AND THE ACCLAIMED CANTILLATION CHOIR

Originally commissioned as a full-length ballet by the Royal New Zealand Ballet and West Australian Ballet, Macbeth is Christopher Gordon's compelling musical response to one of Shakespeare's darkest and most enduring tragedies. Premiered to critical acclaim in 2026, this ambitious work now receives its first standalone album release on Madfish, coming on 30^th October. Speaking about the announcement, Christopher shared “It has been an extraordinary and uplifting experience to work with such incredible musicians on this deep epic tale and I am thrilled that the album can finally go out into the world.”

The recording features an extraordinary international cast of musicians, including Gavin Harrison (Porcupine Tree, King Crimson), Jonas Reingold (The Flower Kings, Steve Hackett), Randy McStine (Steven Wilson), Greg Howe (Protocol 4, DarWin), Mohini Dey (DarWin), Marcel Coenen (Ayreon) and Michael Mills (Toehider, Ayreon), joined by Sydney's Magic Fire Orchestra, the acclaimed Cantillation choir, a string octet and distinguished soloists under Gordon's direction.

WATCH THE TRAILER FOR CHRISTOPHER GORDON’S ‘MACBETH’: https://youtu.be/shSazhVO3_A

Christopher Gordon - Macbeth
The Battle Lost and Won – 06:23
This Night's Great Business – 05:22
If It Were Done – 06:05
Night's Black Agents – 05:23
The Banquet – 10:51
Something Wicked This Way Comes – 04:47
Out Damned Spot – 03:28
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow – 07:53

‘MACBETH’ WILL BE RELEASED ON CLASSIC BLACK VINYL LP, DIGIPACK CD WITH 12-PAGE BOOKLET AND DIGITALLY. PRE-ORDER HERE.: https://christophergordon.lnk.to/MACBETH

Drawing together progressive rock, contemporary orchestral writing and jazz influences into a richly cinematic score, Macbeth traces the psychological descent of its central characters across eight expansive movements. From the ominous opening of 'The Battle Lost and Won' to the haunting finale 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow', Gordon balances moments of immense power with passages of striking intimacy, capturing the tension, ambition and fatalism at the heart of Shakespeare's play.

Recorded and mixed at Sydney's Trackdown Studios, Macbeth presents a suite from Gordon's acclaimed ballet score in a form that stands confidently as a complete listening experience, bringing this remarkable work beyond the stage for the first time.

FOLLOW CHRISTOPHER GORDON
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/christopher.gordon.73
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI8hPtTteJUXygkKSLWEyAg
WEBSITE: https://christophergordon.net/

www.madfishmusic.com

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/03/2026

Pete Roth Trio feat. Bill Bruford Release Titular Single “Group Chat” From Upcoming CD/DVD

Single releases today, Thursday July 3, 2026

Listen to “Group Chat”: https://cherryred.co/PRTGroupChat

Group Chat is the third single and title track from the upcoming Pete Roth Trio album of the same name, released September 18, 2026. Led by guitarist Pete Roth, alongside bassist Mike Pratt and incomparable drummer Bill Bruford, Group Chat is a release of particular significance, marking Bruford's eagerly awaited return to headline performance after a 13-year hiatus, as well as his first appearance on new material in 19 years.

Produced by Pete Roth and Bill Bruford for Winterfold Records, Group Chat presents a trio that thrives on intimacy, risk and connection. Rooted in jazz but never constrained by it, the single moves fluidly through funk and spontaneous improvisation, with nothing treated as untouchable. As the title implies, it is a vivid document of three distinctive musical voices in open conversation - intimate, exploratory, witty and deeply alive.

The music press reactions to both single and album have been emphatic. "The Pete Roth Trio is a band of equals, clearly loving the opportunity to improvise and have musical conversations," wrote Biff Bam Pop!, while Innerviews praised the music as "rich with nuance, invention, and telepathic rapport." Dr. Jazz Talks described the album as "a feast of rhythm and melody," and Make Weird Music summed up its appeal succinctly: "I wish more jazz was this much fun." Another review captured the trio's balancing act perfectly, calling it "loose enough that it could fall apart and tight enough that it grooves."

Group Chat reflects a continuing commitment to the innovative, the unusual and the unlikely. Together, the three musicians create an experience that reshapes expectations of the guitar trio format, making space for melody, texture, groove and surprise in equal measure.

INTERVIEW REQUESTS, PHOTOS, VIDEO STREAM ETC AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

TRACK LISTING

DISC ONE: CD AUDIO
1. Full Circle
2. Part Of The Charm
3. Group Chat
4. Improvisation on the Largo from Dvořák’s Symphony #9
5. Looking Forward To Looking Back
6. Summertime
7. Dancing With Grace
8. Original Sin
9. Hard Case, Soft Centre

DISC TWO: BONUS DVD
1. Introduction
2. Full Circle
3. Part Of The Charm
4. Group Chat
5. Improvisation on the Largo from Dvořák’s Symphony #9
6. A Word From Pete
7. Hard Case, Soft Centre

Produced by Pete Roth and Bill Bruford for Winterfold Records
BBWF006CDVD
www.winterfoldrecords.com

Listen to the “Group Chat” single: https://cherryred.co/PRTGroupChat

Pre-order the “Group Chat” album: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/pete-roth-trio-featuring-bill-bruford-group-chat-cd-dvd-edition

Information about the Pete Roth Trio: www.peterothtrio.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeteRothTrio

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

9/01/2026

Swedish Artist Malou Berg Releases the Piece ”SPIRAL - An Inner Journey”

Malou Berg - SPIRAL - An Inner Journey Cover

Snäcksjön, Sweden – Malou Mountain Music is thrilled to release her album Spiral - An Inner Journey on all streaming services. Spiral - An Inner Journey, also released as a CD, is the final release in Malou Berg’s series of nine CDs called The Pleiadian Suite.

Malou Berg’s 40-minute piece, “Spiral – An Inner Journey”, takes the listener on a relaxing and life-affirming journey centered on the theme of birth. It all began when Malou wanted to record a longer piece of music, where the music was created from scratch, from the moment producer Lasse Nilsson pressed the record button.

No structure. No melody. No lyrics. No form. It could have ended in chaos. Instead, what emerged was an evocative piece of magical music.

The journey began when world-class percussionist Xavier Desandre Navarres started playing, without a word, on bowls tuned to 639 Hz—that is, the key of E-flat major, but slightly higher than the traditional Western/German tuning. The piece thus follows the ancient, so-called Solfeggio scale, also known as the “frequency of love”. It is linked to the heart chakra, and is believed to create harmony.

“Many of us haven’t had a clue why, but the Solfeggio frequency feels better in the body than the traditional Western scale,” Malou notes. The scale’s fundamental tone created a sort of “drone,” which in turn laid the foundation for Thomas Hellsten’s deeply musical keyboard playing and Malou’s fantastic vocal performances, which convey a wealth of emotional expression. One can only imagine the mutual trust and sensitivity required for this almost telepathic approach to work.

“Even my singing is exactly as it was at the moment of creation—I haven’t re-recorded or edited anything,” Malou reveals, ”but we did add backing vocals and a few other instruments”.

Framed by a drizzling rain and harmonious birdsong, the various parts flow seamlessly into one another.

Sung in Pleiadian, a language Malou herself invented, the song depicts the seed, something rising up, followed by anticipation, expansion, stabilization, form, and structure, before the time has come for birth. Then comes wonder, relaxation, and stillness.

”Spiral - An Inner Journey” was mixed by experienced and highly talented producer/engineer and musician, Lasse Nilsson. When putting the finishing touches to the mix, Lasse consistently started from scratch, in order to maintain a holistic approach to the piece. Malou also wanted to tie the last part to first one so that the listener can play the track on repeat, and not be entirely sure when it starts over.

“I think it’s absolutely the best mix Lasse has ever done with my music,” says Malou. “It’s airy and exciting, yet nuanced.”

Malou’s songs usually arrive fully formed. Melody and lyrics - the whole package - all at once.

Only then her knowledge and experience take over: arrangement, vocal harmonies and general flow.

“When you receive the songs that way, it’s a gift to myself as well. It allows me to listen to the music and take joy in it. Not because I ”made” it, but because I’ve had the privilege of receiving it”.

“Spiral - An Inner Journey” is meditative, harmonious, and dynamic. It lends itself to both active listening and together with other activities. With its sense of presence, rich sensuality, and playfulness, it is a vibrant, pulsating work of total art celebrating life and its origins.

“Given the state of the world right now, anything that can bring a sense of calm to the body and soul is sorely needed,” Malou observes.

Consciously or not, people strive for balance and healing. The ancient Solfeggio scale helps us in this quest. ”Spiral - An Inner Journey” was released on all major streaming services in the spring of 2026. When the decision to also submit ”Spiral” for the Grammy jury’s consideration reached Xavier, the world class percussionist reacted with delight:

”This album is fantastic, I love it and it’s a beautiful decision to send it to the Grammy awards. This music is made of joy, happiness and the deepest side of our souls. We made a wonderful connection, and Lars magnified the result of these sessions”.

Sweden, August 2026 – Listen to SPIRAL - An Inner Journey

Spiral is available on all major streaming services

Listen on malou.se: https://www.malou.se/en/album/spiral-an-inner-journey
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/0VWE9dFiRooHwu3QDzxouA?si=c89ec66b232c4764
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/song/spiral-an-inner-journey/6766096561
Tidal: https://tidal.com/album/521255093/u
Youtube Music: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=NQG0Eu1Sy5A&si=le4RkX4rrOn1YQtD

Official Website: https://www.malou.se/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MalouBergMMM/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maloubergmusic/

Contact information: Malou Berg, Malou Mountain Music AB Phone: +46 70-316 3100 info@malou.se

Press inquiries: Keith James, Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), glassonyonpr@gmail.com

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