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'''Also Eden''' is a British [[Rock music|Rock]] band, formed in 2005, when vocalist Huw Lloyd-Jones and keyboardist/vocalist Ian Hodson, who had been working on material together up to that point, invited Simon Rogers to join them.<ref name="Prog Archives bio">[http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=3145] Band members and background</ref> {{As of|2012}} the band have released three studio albums and an EP, and have toured the United Kingdom and Europe since the mid |
'''Also Eden''' is a British [[Rock music|Rock]] band, formed in 2005, when vocalist Huw Lloyd-Jones and keyboardist/vocalist Ian Hodson, who had been working on material together up to that point, invited Simon Rogers to join them.<ref name="Prog Archives bio">[http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=3145] Band members and background</ref> {{As of|2012}} the band have released three studio albums and an EP, and have toured the United Kingdom and Europe since the mid-2000s, including four appearances at Summers End UK, and slots at Night Of The Prog at Loreley in Germany and The Cambridge Rock Festival (2011).<ref name="Classic Rock Magazine">[http://www.classicrockmagazine.com/news/gig-of-the-week-cambridge-rock-festival/] Classic Rock Magazine</ref> Also Eden's third studio album, ''Think of the Children!'', was released in October 2011 via F2 Records and received an 8/10 review from [[Geoff Barton]] in [[Classic Rock (magazine)]]. |
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Also Eden | |
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| Origin | Southwest England |
| Genres | Melodic Rock Rock Progressive Rock Art Rock |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | F2 |
| Members | Rich Harding Ian Hodson Simon Rogers Steve Dunn Lee Nicholas |
| Past members | Huw Lloyd-Jones Ralvin Thomas Tim Coleman Mark Hall Steve Byrne Dave Roelofs |
| Website | www |
Also Eden is a British Rock band, formed in 2005, when vocalist Huw Lloyd-Jones and keyboardist/vocalist Ian Hodson, who had been working on material together up to that point, invited Simon Rogers to join them.[1] As of 2012[update] the band have released three studio albums and an EP, and have toured the United Kingdom and Europe since the mid-2000s, including four appearances at Summers End UK, and slots at Night Of The Prog at Loreley in Germany and The Cambridge Rock Festival (2011).[2] Also Eden's third studio album, Think of the Children!, was released in October 2011 via F2 Records and received an 8/10 review from Geoff Barton in Classic Rock (magazine).
Musical style
The band's sound draws influences from classic progressive rock artists such as Yes, Genesis, Marillion and Rush, as well as inspiration from the “metal, fusion, classical and classic rock genres".[3] The band has also cited contemporary bands such as 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."[4] The credits to the Differences As Light EP include thanks to Harding's two biggest influences, Hazel O'Connor and Billy Mackenzie, a lyric from each of whom is included in the three-part track, Reality Cheque.
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 as 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.[5]
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, multiple broken ribs, vertebral and pelvic fractures, and both legs broken, the left almost beyond repair, calling the future of the band into question.[5] Amputation of the leg and a voice-compromising tracheotomy were considered, but ultimately averted using an Ilizarov apparatus and Distraction osteogenesis.[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 Harding's ongoing 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 band's current drummer, Lee Nicholas. The album was released via F2 Records. In keeping with the title, the original artwork used was by Rianne Kolenbrander and Karla-Louise Davidson, Harding's former and current step-daughter, with art direction by Harding and Marcel Kolenbrander (Rianne's father), who was also responsible for all original photography used.
The band have actively toured during 2011-12, with Harding having to sit on a stool during parts of the earlier gigs.[6]
Recording, mastering, mixing and production on all releases to date was performed at Steep Studios by Ian Hodson, assisted by Simon Rogers and the varying Also Eden band line-up.[7]
The band are currently writing and recording material for their next full studio album, entitled [REDACTED], for release in Spring 2013. The opening track, Red River, was recently added to the band's live set.
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 "DB" 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
Rich Harding:
- Elder Water - Reinvented (TBA) - Vocals, lyrics
- Elder Water - Jump, He Said (TBA) - Vocals, lyrics
- Elder Water - What Do You Say When You Talk To Yourself (TBA) - Vocals, lyrics
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
- ^ [1] Band members and background
- ^ [2] Classic Rock Magazine
- ^ [3] Reverb Nation Bio
- ^ a b Neal Palfreyman. Classic Rock Presents Prog. February 2012.
- ^ a b [4] Interview with Rogers and Harding. Retrieved May 9, 2012.
- ^ [5] Venue Review of 2011 gig at Bristol Fleece with The Reasoning
- ^ [6] About Time Review