Roads - Simple Man - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

If the definition of a road is a pathway from somewhere - to somewhere, then The Roads is the perfect name for the collaboration of Mick Devine and Gary Pihl. Each musician has had a long journey from humble beginnings to incredible heights. Mick with the band Seven and his solo career and Gary as former Sammy Hagar Band and current guitarist with the band Boston have focussed their talents toward a new destination. Their intersection at this moment for their debut, Simple Man, promises to be the culmination of their experience and desire to go farther than they've ever been The seeds for this musical endeavour were first sown when Escape Music Khalil Turk sent the Turkish Delight song, 'Get Out Of Here', to Gary Pihl so that he could add guitars to it. InchI was flattered that he wanted me to participate with the rest of those excellent musicians, but I had some ideas about how to change the groove of the song,Inch reveals Pihl. InchThat required changing the drum parts and Khalil gave me free reign to try it. He put me in touch with the drummer, Josh Devine. I'd always admired Josh's terrific work with One Direction and Levara and as I told him my groove ideas, he knew exactly was I was talking about and of course, made the drum track even better than what I imagined.Inch In turn Pihl wanted to know the identity of the singer, which Josh Devine revealed was his Father, Mick Devine of Escape Music artists, Seven. Never one to miss an opportunity, Khalil Turk could see the chemistry developing and suggested they work together. InchAfter about two minutes on the phone with Mick, I could tell he was a smart and talented guy with a great singing voice and eager to write some thoughtful lyrics and rocking songs,Inch says Pihl. InchThat's what was most appealing to me.Inch The song writing throughout was an equal affair between Pihl and Devine. With Pihl adamant that he di