TPE Review

[Nellie]

Here's a nice review (I think). It's in French  
//http://www.musicinbelgium.net/pl/modules.php?name=Reviews&rop=showcontent&id=4514

[gr8gonzo]

Google translates it thusly and it's reasonably close. =)

"When in 2005 the album "Milliontown" Frost draws all eyes. I must say it brings some sizes including keyboardist Godfrey Gem singer, guitarist John Mitchell (Arena, Kino, John Wetton) and bassist John Jowitt (IQ, ex-Arena, Jadis). The second album "Experiments In Mass Appeal" was released in 2008. Mike Portnoy said then that it was one of the best albums of the year. That is to say! Not surprising to find early this year Godfrey Gem in third position behind the best keyboardist Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater) and Rick Wakeman (Yes).

"The Philadelphia Experiment" is a double live CD recorded at the RoSFest May 2, 2009. Behind a pocket at the bottom of a flight case adorned with star American flag lies a booklet with beautiful pictures, 2 live CDs and a DVD containing a documentary on the preparation of the concert and a previously unreleased version 5.1 of the second CD. For there is an unreleased studio specially recorded for this album. It was completed in March 2010.

But we come to the main course, two CDs of the concert. Their drummer Andy Edwards is not free, they were fortunate to secure the services of Nick D'Virgilio, drummer and singer of Spock's Beard has also worked with Genesis and Tears For Fears. Obviously, they are British and American Nick. To prepare, Nick worked on his side and they have finally had two days on site in Philadelphia to rehearse the show together. Declan Burke (Darwin's Radio) is also part of the team. He joined the group for the second album.

Their two albums are reviewed. After an introduction somewhat surreal, what immediately struck by the "Hyperventilate" is the incredible dynamic of the rhythm section. It must be said that with Nick D'Virgilio on drums and John Jowitt on bass we expected no less. In any case, this mind-blowing! And this is the case throughout the concert. We also appreciate the vocal diversity. All involved. On "Falling Down", the voices blend beautifully on beautiful melodies and mood changes that will melt more than one. The softness of "Black Light Machine" seduced. The long piece "Milliontown" is a highlight of the concert with many changes of mood. "The Other Me" is very Neal Morse in both tone in his voice. When the novel "The Dividing Line" is a new studio track, the icing on the cake for the fans. Here, they recovered their drummer Andy Edwards and tones are also very oriented Neal Morse.

In summary, this is a live album with a new twist. No doubt the fans will be delighted Frost, those of Spock's Beard also. But it should also allow others to experience this great British band. This is undeniably one of the best live albums of 2010! Highly recommended!"

Vivement conseillé?indeed!

I expect "FREE ANDY EDWARDS!!" tees in the shop very soon.

[catherine]

Free Andy Edwards... with Green Shield Stamps!

[Mouse]

Free Andy Edwards... with Green Shield Stamps!

With shouting knights too, I trust?

[SerFox]

Some of the mistranslation is quite poetic...

"Behind a pocket at the bottom of a flight case" - Brilliant album title, right there...

"this year Godfrey Gem in third position behind the best keyboardist Jordan Rudess..." - And Schumacher has spun out!!

And of course Andy Edwards isn't free, {CENSORED} doesn't come cheap :lol: :lol:

And it describes the casing and booklet, and describes the actual CD's as the 'main course', brilliant!

[Mikey]

they were fortunate to secure the services of Nick D'Virgilio, drummer and singer of Spock's Beard has also worked with Genesis and Tears For Fears.

New Nick D'Virgilio EP
Posted on Friday, 22nd July 2011 by bob
Nick D'Virgilio has a new 5 track EP entitled Pieces due for release on Tuesday 26th July. Here's Nick's trailer:

//http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpraC5QLTTk&feature=player_embedded#at=11