Also Eden
Also Eden | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Southwest England |
| Genres | Progressive Rock Neo-progressive rock |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Members | Rich Harding Ian Hodson Simon Rogers Steve Dunn Lee Nicholas |
| Past members | Huw Lloyd-Jones Ralvin Thomas Tim Coleman Mark Hall Steve Byrne |
| Website | http://www.alsoeden.com |
Also Eden are a British neo-progressive rock band, formed vocalist Huw Lloyd-Jones and keyboardist/vocalist Ian Hodson in 2005. [1] The band have released, to date, three studio albums and an EP, and have toured the United Kingdom and Europe since the mid 2000's. [2]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.” The band has also cited contemporary bands Marillion, Porcupine Tree, and The Flower Kings as influences.
History
Ian Hodson and Huw Lloyd-Jones had played and toured in various bands since the [80's? 90's?]. The initial Also Eden lineup was settled in 2005, consisting of Lloyd-Jones and Hodson, plus Simon Rogers on guitar, Ralvin Thomas on bass, and Mark Hall on drums. [Prog Archives] In 2006, the band released their debut album, About Time. The five-track album was recorded and distributed independently by the band.
In 2007, the band underwent a series of lineup changes.
Lineup
Current Members
- Rich Harding – Vocals, rhythm guitar
- 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
Discography
Studio Albums
- About Time (2006)
- It’s Kind of You to Ask (2008)
- Think of the Children! (2011)
EPs
- Differences as Light (2010)