Ellefson-Soto - Vacation In The Underworld - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

GRAMMY® Award winning bassist David Ellefson (Ex-Megadeth) and acclaimed metal vocalist Jeff Scott Soto have once again joined forces and are set to their highly anticipated second album InchUnbreakableInch The duo Ellefson-Soto is joined by Italian guitarist Andy Martongelli and Paulo Caridi on drums and features 11 studio tracks with guest appearances from Tim Ripper Owens (KK's Priest) on the track InchVengeanceInch and Burning Witches front-woman Laura Guldemond on the track InchPoison TearsInch. Produced by Chris Collier (Mick Mars, Korn, Flat Black) InchUnbreakableInch is a sonic assault packed with catchy riffs, melodic vocals, and thoughtful lyrics that blends their classic metal roots with modern rock intensity. InchThis album digs even deeper,Inch says Ellefson. InchIt's heavier, more personal, and shaped by everything we've experienced on and off the stage.Inch Soto adds, InchThe energy we poured into this one-it's the sound of two lifetimes colliding in riffs, rage, and redemption.Inch Ellefson further comments InchOne of the things I like most is I feel like you can hear a real sense of brotherhood on our records, that we're really in the creative process together as a band. The consistency of our sound has remained intact while allowing us to further build upon each other's strengths from our debut album. It's an honest, organic approach that blends well and let's us explore new sounds and musical paths. At the end of the day, I don't think there is anything that an artist desires more than that!Inch

Released in 2001, Building The Machine finds Glenn Hughes refining his fusion of hard rock and funk with a tighter, riff- driven approach. His signature vocal power is front and center, delivering soulful intensity across a set of muscular, groove-laden tracks. Longtime collaborator JJ Marsh provides fiery guitar work, while drummer Gary Ferguson anchors the sound with precision and punch. The album includes guest appearances by Pat Travers and Bobby Kimball, adding depth and variety to the arrangements. Hughes balances raw energy with melodic sophistication, offering both heavy rockers and introspective moments. The production is crisp and direct, emphasizing live-band dynamics over studio Polish. Building The Machine continues Hughes' evolution as a solo artist, blending his classic influences with modern edge. Ideal for fans of Deep Purple, Trapeze, and guitar-driven rock with soul. A standout in his catalog, this captures the essence of InchThe Voice of RockInch in full command. Whether rediscovered or heard anew, it's a bold and confident statement of artistic identity.

Helena Juntunen - Comp Lieder-Vol. 2 [COMPACT DISCS] date 05/20/2003