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Alliance Missing Piece DELETED esm048 Alliance are a dedicated, solid rock band that are progressing into one of the most exciting prospects in the melodic rock scene. They are possibly the band to successfully take this form of music into the millennium. What makes them more interesting is that the four musicians involved have such a high profile and have all been involved with some of the biggest names in rock history. In fact, they still are connected to many famous bands, and despite hectic schedules they still manage to find time to devote to this very special band, Alliance. So who are these four people? First of all drummer David Lauser has spent most of his career with the Sammy Hagar Band, both touring and recording. Alan "Fitz" Fitzgerald needs no introduction, many of you will know that he plays keyboards for Nightranger and his work is unquestionably brilliant. Guitarist Gary Pihl has also worked with Sammy Hagar in the pre Van Halen days, but more importantly perfectionist Tom Scholz asked him to join Boston. His work can be heard on the later Boston albums. As for band leader and lead vocalist Robert Berry, he has become an icon in the rock world. Robert's work stems back to the late seventies, when his band "Hush" recorded a couple of albums, which never really got the attention they deserved. Escape Music released a CD in February, 1998 ("Hush" ESM 027) which saw lost recordings see the light of day. It was obvious that the band was way ahead of its time. Since then, Robert has become a household name in progressive and melodic circles. He has recorded three solo albums, recorded an album with Keith Emerson and Carl Palmer (of Emerson, Lake & Palmer) under the name of "3". Robert now has his own studios, "Soundtek", and this is where the first Alliance album was recorded for Escape Music (Alliance ESM 012). This exquisite piece of work has gone on to become a much-loved recording and an essential part of any serious CD collection. It is over two years since the first Alliance release and, once again, the dedicated foursome have brought us 12 brand new songs, the album is called "Missing Piece" and it is a massive leap forward for the band. Somehow, Robert has taken a whole new approach to the Alliance sound and has honed it into a melodic force to be reckoned with. The song structures remain simple and uncluttered, yet create an aura of beauty and intense harmonies. You only have to listen to the first song "I'd give anything" once and you will be singing it for weeks after. This is the precedent set for the rest of the album, and it is an album that will have you mesmerised with it's perfect harmonies, precise guitar leads, subtle keyboards and beautifully timed rhythms. A truly inspiring piece of work. |
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