Post by Paul B on Oct 3, 2010 11:04:26 GMT
The 11th album from one of England’s best kept Prog Rock secrets; ‘Charlestown’ is a splendid blend of modern and classical progressive rock. Epic opener ‘Charlestown’ is an amazing musical adventure on the high seas of imaginative forward looking rock. ‘Caliban & Ariel’ is a gentle contrast to the drama of the title track, there is also a ‘what was that?’ moment when ‘T.I.C’ takes to the air!
Album closer, ‘Finale’ takes some themes from the epic opening track and re-works them into an absorbing instrumental extravaganza, but don’t expect a straight copy, that wouldn’t be Manning!
Fans of Jethro Tull, Yes, Gentle Giant, Genesis and all the usual suspects should find a lot to like on this album, but may be disappointed if they expect an impersonation of their heroes, Manning and Charlestown are much too adventurous and original for that!
Offical release: 25th October
Pre-ordering now at www.guymanning.com
Launch gig, Saturday 23rd October at The Peel in Kingston.
Cheers
Paul B
Album closer, ‘Finale’ takes some themes from the epic opening track and re-works them into an absorbing instrumental extravaganza, but don’t expect a straight copy, that wouldn’t be Manning!
Fans of Jethro Tull, Yes, Gentle Giant, Genesis and all the usual suspects should find a lot to like on this album, but may be disappointed if they expect an impersonation of their heroes, Manning and Charlestown are much too adventurous and original for that!
Offical release: 25th October
Pre-ordering now at www.guymanning.com
Launch gig, Saturday 23rd October at The Peel in Kingston.
Cheers
Paul B
