London Philharmonic Orchestra - Tippett: A Midsummer Marriage - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Somewhere in the hills of Cincinnati, there's a transmitter sending radio waves in every direction. The electricity flows through the air and hits your receiver with a charge that, when amplified, emits an organic sound that could only be... Doctor Bionic. They're back with a brand new album-the fourth installment in the Terrestrial Radio series, titled Electric Pollen. Like it's predecessors, the album was recorded, produced, and mixed by Cincinnati based producer Grimez. He calls on a rotating cast of talented musicians to record instrumentals that are best described as Organic Groove. InchWe get together in the studio, hit record, and start jamming,Inch Grimez explained. InchI'd say 90% of our music is improvised.Inch Fans of the project will notice plenty of familiar names in the liner notes. InchYou are now tuned in to Terrestrial Radio... Coming to you live with Doctor Bionic.Inch At the top of side A, InchThe Eyes of ChavezInch begins with a short introduction from the Cincinnati rapper Crunch Ex and a simple, hypnotizing guitar riff (Brad Myers). Underneath, drummer Marvin Hawkins and bassist Kevaugh Byers provide a rock solid groove for the other musicians to build upon. The refrain arrives in the form of an undeniably catchy melody, performed in unison on the saxophone, trumpet, and keys by Charlie Suits, Eric Snyder, and DJ On Tha One, respectively. The perfect opener, this track is like a sample platter of what's to come throughout the rest of the album. Doctor Bionic has a knack for keeping things fresh. The second track, InchMoment of Clarity,Inch transports the listener to the VIP section of a smoky cocktail lounge. A soothing piano loop sets the tone, and plucky electric guitar strums keep the groove moving forward at a leisurely pace. Despite the stylistic changes from song to song, the album is sonically cohesive. With the added introduction and tran

London Philharmonic Orchestra - Orchestral Works [COMPACT DISCS] date 04/10/2007

Recorded live at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell, Massachusetts, on May 15, 2004, Songs From Tsongas captures the definitive InchclassicInch lineup of Yes - Jon Anderson, Steve Howe, Chris Squire, Rick Wakeman, and Alan White-celebrating their 35th anniversary. This landmark performance finds the pioneers of progressive rock in peak form, capturing the technical ambition and signature soundscapes that defined their career.The career-spanning setlist offers a deep dive into the band's vast discography, featuring a rare performance of InchEvery Little ThingInch from their 1969 debut album and the modern epic InchMind DriveInch from Keys to Ascension 2. Notably, this concert stands as a historic document in the band's timeline, serving as the final live album to feature the unmistakable voice of original singer Jon Anderson.Released by Evolution Music Group as part of the Front Row Center collection, this Triple SACD Hybrid Multi-channel set preserves the performance with pristine fidelity. The high-resolution captures the intricate interplay between the band members with breathtaking clarity, while the 5.1 multi-channel surround mix recreates the immersive atmosphere of the Tsongas Arena. This is the most transparent and detailed presentation of a world-class band band at their peak, meticulously produced for the ultimate high-fidelity experience.Note These Hybrid SACD discs are compatible with all standard CD and SACD players.