ASIA
New 2009 European Tour Date Added
Sunday, 11 January 2009
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And I thought Mott the Hoople reuniting was bad
After this I'm done promise
Glenn Hughes Fan Forum
Saturday, 19 April 2008
Anyone else here pick up the new Asia album 'Phoenix'? I'm listening to it now, and I'm enjoying it a lot. There are a few moments where the music dates itself to the 80's, which I suppose is to be expected of a band so synonymous with that era.
But I have to hand it to John Wetton yet again - the guy has come up with some incredibly heartfelt, thoughtful lyrics, and delivered them with that amazing voice. Not to mention he's a wonderful bassist. And even though this new album is not a hard-rocking extravaganza, everyone brought something to the table. People tend to forget sometimes that it's not always about being a virtuoso soloist - it's about what's best for the song. It's knowing when to add just a flourish, or not to play at all. I know it's hard to believe, given these guys' prog backgrounds, but 'Phoenix' is an exercise in taste and restraint.
A big from this listener, for a job well done. Great melodies, solid performances and a lot of heart.
Translation I didn't really waste $20 bucks but I did.