Spiritual Chicken » progressive rock http://spiritualchicken.com Open Guide to Spirituality Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:30:26 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ Neal Morse – The Creation (Testimony, 2003) http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/neal-morse-the-creation-testimony-2003/ http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/neal-morse-the-creation-testimony-2003/#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:31:54 +0000 Ted http://spiritualchicken.com/?p=693 Neal Morse - Testimony B

Neal Morse - Testimony B

Neal Morse embarked upon the most ambitious musical project of his career. Entitled Testimony (2003),  it chronicles his spiritual and musical journey in words and music. The 2 CD set spans over two hours as one continuous piece of music.

It ranges in style from a full gospel choir to hard rock; from a symphony orchestra to contemporary pop. A deftly woven musical tapestry, the album takes the listener on a fascinating journey as unique as the man behind it.

Artistically, Testimony was a remarkable solo achievement, with Neal not only writing, arranging and producing; but singing the lead vocals and performing most of the instruments.

The mainstream and Christian Contemporary Music press alike lauded Testimony as was one of the best progressive rock albums of the year.


The Creation

]]> http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/neal-morse-the-creation-testimony-2003/feed/ 0 We All Need Some Light (Transatlantic) http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/we-all-need-some-light-transatlantic/ http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/we-all-need-some-light-transatlantic/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:56:12 +0000 Ted http://spiritualchicken.com/?p=570 TRANSATLANTIC is Prog’s premier super group. A truly illustrious collection of amazing talent that push the barriers which redefine the meaning of a progressive rock supergroup!

Transatlantic - Whirlwind 480

Transatlantic - Whirlwind 480

Of course thats no surprise, looking at the all-star line-up: keyboardist / vocalist Neal Morse (Spocks Beard), drummer Mike Portney (Dream Theater), guitarist Roine Stolt (Flower Kings), and bassist Pete Trewavas (Marillion). Together, these multitalented guys have created some truly amazing music.

The 2009 album is called ‘Whirlwind’, and is due out in October

Transatlantic Official Site

]]> http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/we-all-need-some-light-transatlantic/feed/ 0 Neal Morse – Sola Scriptura and Beyond live DVD trailer http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/neal-morse-sola-scriptura-and-beyond-live-dvd-trailer/ http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/neal-morse-sola-scriptura-and-beyond-live-dvd-trailer/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:07:29 +0000 Ted http://spiritualchicken.com/?p=561 The Best Christian Progressive Rock from Neal Morse (ex Spock’s Beard)

The official trailer of the upcoming live DVD from Neal Morse: Sola Scriptura and Beyond.

This has been released in 2008.

lineup:
Neal Morse – vocals, keyboards & guitar
Paul Bielatowicz – guitars & vocals
Collin Leijenaar – drums
Jessica Koomen – vocals & keyboards
Wilco van Esschoten – bassguitar, basspedals & vocals
Henk Doest – keyboards

The Sola Scriptura songs are specifically focused on Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation, and find Morse playing the dramatic historical narrator.
Read my interview with guitarist Paul Bielatowicz

Sola Scriptura and Beyond

Sola Scriptura and Beyond

]]> http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/neal-morse-sola-scriptura-and-beyond-live-dvd-trailer/feed/ 0 Give Love Each Day – Yes (Anderson, Howe) http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/give-love-each-day-yes-anderson-howe/ http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/give-love-each-day-yes-anderson-howe/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:28:44 +0000 Ted http://spiritualchicken.com/2009/09/give-love-each-day-yes-anderson-howe/ Yes (album) Magnification (2001)

Yes (album) Magnification (2001)

…the album really starts with the beautiful orchestral introduction to Give Love Each Day. Maybe this should have been the opener of the album, since it creates a very special atmosphere, which reminded me of the Pepperland-suite the aforementioned George Martin wrote for the Beatles‘ Yellow Submarine album. But also the vocal melody and the combination of vocals are of stunning beauty. On top of that there’s this classic, sing-a-long Yes-chorus. (source)


Give Love Each Day

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