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| current_members = Rich Harding<br/>Ian Hodson<br/>Simon Rogers<br/>Steve Dunn<br/>Lee Nicholas
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Also Eden are a British [[Progressive rock]] band, formed by vocalist Huw Lloyd-Jones, keyboardist/vocalist Ian Hodson. Simon Rogers joined Lloyd-Jones and Hodson in 2003 to work on tracks they had
already been working on up to that point. <ref name="Prog Archives bio">[http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=3145]Band members and background</ref> The band have gone on to release, to date, three studio albums and an EP, and have toured the United Kingdom and Europe since the mid 2000's, notably 4
appearances at Summers End UK and the Loreley Festival in Germany. Also Eden's third studio album, ''Think of the Children!'', was released in October 2011 via F2 Records.

== Musical Style ==

The bands' sound draws influences from classic progressive rock artists such as [[Yes (band)|Yes]], [[Genesis (band)|Genesis]], and [[Rush (band)|Rush]], as well as inspiration from the “metal, fusion, classical and classic rock genres". <ref name="Reverb Nation bio">[http://www.reverbnation.com/alsoeden]Reverb Nation Bio</ref> The band has also cited contemporary bands [[Marillion]], [[Porcupine Tree]], and [[Flower Kings|The Flower Kings]] as influences.

The addition of vocalist Rich Harding in 2010 coincided with a change in overall musical style and direction for the band. Guitarist and founding member Simon Rogers has mentioned attempts "to impress" in the bands' early albums, with sections featuring multiple keyboard and guitar solos, whereas in later works, the releases have become "more song based."<ref>Neal Palfreyman. ''Classic Rock Presents Prog.'' February 2012.</ref>

== History ==

Ian Hodson and Huw Lloyd-Jones had played and occasionally [[Gig_(musical_performance)|gigged]] in various bands prior to the formation of Also Eden. The initial Also Eden line-up in 2005 consisted of Lloyd-Jones and Hodson, plus Simon Rogers on guitar, Ralvin Thomas on bass, and Mark "DB" Hall on drums. In 2006, the band released their debut album, ''About Time''. The five-track album was recorded and distributed independently by the band. Mark Hall's subsequent departure from the band saw Steve Byrne fill in for some live dates; Byrne does not feature on any recorded material with the band.

In 2008, the band released their second album, ''It's Kind of You to Ask''. This album featured a new rhythm section: Steve Dunn on Bass and Tim Coleman on drums. Tim Coleman was later to be replaced by Dave Roelofs.

In late 2009, the band announced the departure of vocalist and founding member Huw Lloyd-Jones. Rich Harding, an acquaintance of guitarist Simon Rogers, joined asan left the band the band's new front man. Writing for what would become the band's next studio release, the 2010 EP ''Differences As Light,'' had already begun. The band chose to release the material as an EP, rather than expand it into a full album, both due to the amount of time since their last release, and to formally introduce Rich Harding as a band member. <ref name="Background Magazine Interview">[http://www.backgroundmagazine.nl/QLinks/InterviewAlsoEden.html]Interview with Rogers and Harding. Retrieved May 9 2012.</ref>

Less than three months after the release of ''Differences As Light,'' Rich Harding was involved in a nearly-fatal motorcycle accident, resulting in injuries including an aortic rupture, several broken ribs, vertebrae, and right leg. Amputation of the leg and a voice-compromising tracheotomy were considered, but ultimately averted.<ref>Neal Palfreyman. ''Classic Rock Presents Prog.'' February 2012.</ref> Harding's recovery period spanned over ninteen months, during which the future of the band was called into question.<ref name="Background Magazine Interview">[http://www.backgroundmagazine.nl/QLinks/InterviewAlsoEden.html]Interview with Rogers and Harding. Retrieved May 9 2012.</ref>

In Christmas 2010, a free download was made available through the band’s website, featuring an
original song called ‘Distortion Field’ and the seasonal ‘Bleak Mid Winter’. This was recorded while
Harding was largely bed-ridden and recovering from his injuries. The former track is played in the live
set, and will make a re-appearance on the next full album release.

Throughout 2011, during and following Harding's recovery, the band wrote and recorded material for their third studio album. The album, entitled ''Think of the Children!,'' was released in October 2011, and features the bands' current drummer, Lee Nicholas. The album was released via F2 Records.

The band have actively toured during 2011 -12, with Rich having to sit down during some of the earlier
gigs.

Recording, mastering, mixing and production on all releases to date was done at Steep Studios by Ian Hodson, assisted by Simon Rogers and the varying Also Eden band line-up.<ref name="About Time Review">[http://www.alsoeden.com/album_reviews.php]About Time Review</ref>

The band are currently writing and recording material for their next full studio album, for release in Spring 2013.


== Line-up ==
=== Current Members ===
* Rich Harding – Vocals, rhythm guitar (live)
* Ian Hodson – Keyboards, backing vocals
* Simon Rogers – Guitar, backing vocals
* Steve Dunn – Bass
* Lee Nicholas – Drums

===Former Members ===

* Huw Lloyd-Jones – Vocals
* Ralvin Thomas – Bass
* Tim Coleman – Drums
* Mark Hall – Drums
* Steve Byrne – Drums
* Dave Roelofs – Drums


== Discography ==
=== Studio Albums ===
* ''About Time'' (2006)
* ''It’s Kind of You to Ask'' (2008)
* ''Think of the Children!'' (2011)

=== EPs ===
* ''Differences as Light'' (2010)

=== Guest and Session Appearances ===

Steve Dunn:

* '''Cosmograf''' - ''End of Ecclesia'' (2009) - Electric Guitar, Bass, Classical Guitar on the track “The Dark That Follows The Light” (written by Robin Armstrong/Steve Dunn)
* '''Cosmograf''' - ''When Age Has Done Its Duty'' (2011) - Bass Guitar on the track “Blacksmith’s Hammer”
* '''Cosmograf''' - ''The Man Left In Space'' (TBA) - Bass Guitar on the track “Inspire, Achieve”

Simon Rogers:
* '''[[Francis Dunnery]]''' - ''There's a Whole New World Out There'' - Guitar
on the track Kiss Like Judas
* '''Cosmograf''' - ''When Age Has Done Its Duty'' (2011) - 12 String Acoustic, Electric Guitars, E Bow on the track On Which We Stand (written by Robin Armstrong/Simon Rogers)

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External Links ==

[http://www.alsoeden.com Also Eden Official Site]
<br />
[http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=3145 Also Eden on Prog Archives]
<br />
[http://www.reverbnation.com/alsoeden Also Eden on Reverb Nation]

Revision as of 23:00, 3 June 2012

Also Eden
OriginSouthwest England
GenresProgressive Rock
Neo-progressive rock
Years active2005–present
MembersRich Harding
Ian Hodson
Simon Rogers
Steve Dunn
Lee Nicholas
Past membersHuw Lloyd-Jones
Ralvin Thomas
Tim Coleman
Mark Hall
Steve Byrne
Dave Roelofs
Websitehttp://www.alsoeden.com

Also Eden are a British Progressive rock band, formed by vocalist Huw Lloyd-Jones, keyboardist/vocalist Ian Hodson. Simon Rogers joined Lloyd-Jones and Hodson in 2003 to work on tracks they had already been working on up to that point. [1] The band have gone on to release, to date, three studio albums and an EP, and have toured the United Kingdom and Europe since the mid 2000's, notably 4 appearances at Summers End UK and the Loreley Festival in Germany. Also Eden's third studio album, Think of the Children!, was released in October 2011 via F2 Records.

Musical Style

The bands' sound draws influences from classic progressive rock artists such as Yes, Genesis, and Rush, as well as inspiration from the “metal, fusion, classical and classic rock genres". [2] The band has also cited contemporary bands Marillion, Porcupine Tree, and The Flower Kings as influences.

The addition of vocalist Rich Harding in 2010 coincided with a change in overall musical style and direction for the band. Guitarist and founding member Simon Rogers has mentioned attempts "to impress" in the bands' early albums, with sections featuring multiple keyboard and guitar solos, whereas in later works, the releases have become "more song based."[3]

History

Ian Hodson and Huw Lloyd-Jones had played and occasionally gigged in various bands prior to the formation of Also Eden. The initial Also Eden line-up in 2005 consisted of Lloyd-Jones and Hodson, plus Simon Rogers on guitar, Ralvin Thomas on bass, and Mark "DB" Hall on drums. In 2006, the band released their debut album, About Time. The five-track album was recorded and distributed independently by the band. Mark Hall's subsequent departure from the band saw Steve Byrne fill in for some live dates; Byrne does not feature on any recorded material with the band.

In 2008, the band released their second album, It's Kind of You to Ask. This album featured a new rhythm section: Steve Dunn on Bass and Tim Coleman on drums. Tim Coleman was later to be replaced by Dave Roelofs.

In late 2009, the band announced the departure of vocalist and founding member Huw Lloyd-Jones. Rich Harding, an acquaintance of guitarist Simon Rogers, joined asan left the band the band's new front man. Writing for what would become the band's next studio release, the 2010 EP Differences As Light, had already begun. The band chose to release the material as an EP, rather than expand it into a full album, both due to the amount of time since their last release, and to formally introduce Rich Harding as a band member. [4]

Less than three months after the release of Differences As Light, Rich Harding was involved in a nearly-fatal motorcycle accident, resulting in injuries including an aortic rupture, several broken ribs, vertebrae, and right leg. Amputation of the leg and a voice-compromising tracheotomy were considered, but ultimately averted.[5] Harding's recovery period spanned over ninteen months, during which the future of the band was called into question.[4]

In Christmas 2010, a free download was made available through the band’s website, featuring an original song called ‘Distortion Field’ and the seasonal ‘Bleak Mid Winter’. This was recorded while Harding was largely bed-ridden and recovering from his injuries. The former track is played in the live set, and will make a re-appearance on the next full album release.

Throughout 2011, during and following Harding's recovery, the band wrote and recorded material for their third studio album. The album, entitled Think of the Children!, was released in October 2011, and features the bands' current drummer, Lee Nicholas. The album was released via F2 Records.

The band have actively toured during 2011 -12, with Rich having to sit down during some of the earlier gigs.

Recording, mastering, mixing and production on all releases to date was done at Steep Studios by Ian Hodson, assisted by Simon Rogers and the varying Also Eden band line-up.[6]

The band are currently writing and recording material for their next full studio album, for release in Spring 2013.


Line-up

Current Members

  • Rich Harding – Vocals, rhythm guitar (live)
  • Ian Hodson – Keyboards, backing vocals
  • Simon Rogers – Guitar, backing vocals
  • Steve Dunn – Bass
  • Lee Nicholas – Drums

Former Members

  • Huw Lloyd-Jones – Vocals
  • Ralvin Thomas – Bass
  • Tim Coleman – Drums
  • Mark Hall – Drums
  • Steve Byrne – Drums
  • Dave Roelofs – Drums


Discography

Studio Albums

  • About Time (2006)
  • It’s Kind of You to Ask (2008)
  • Think of the Children! (2011)

EPs

  • Differences as Light (2010)

Guest and Session Appearances

Steve Dunn:

  • Cosmograf - End of Ecclesia (2009) - Electric Guitar, Bass, Classical Guitar on the track “The Dark That Follows The Light” (written by Robin Armstrong/Steve Dunn)
  • Cosmograf - When Age Has Done Its Duty (2011) - Bass Guitar on the track “Blacksmith’s Hammer”
  • Cosmograf - The Man Left In Space (TBA) - Bass Guitar on the track “Inspire, Achieve”

Simon Rogers:

on the track Kiss Like Judas

  • Cosmograf - When Age Has Done Its Duty (2011) - 12 String Acoustic, Electric Guitars, E Bow on the track On Which We Stand (written by Robin Armstrong/Simon Rogers)

References

  1. ^ [1]Band members and background
  2. ^ [2]Reverb Nation Bio
  3. ^ Neal Palfreyman. Classic Rock Presents Prog. February 2012.
  4. ^ a b [3]Interview with Rogers and Harding. Retrieved May 9 2012.
  5. ^ Neal Palfreyman. Classic Rock Presents Prog. February 2012.
  6. ^ [4]About Time Review

Also Eden Official Site
Also Eden on Prog Archives
Also Eden on Reverb Nation

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