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Greg Howe's "Ascend" features more of the guitarist's trademark modern sound that seems to borrow equally from rock and jazz. The CD is a collection of progressive compositions which highlight Howe's incredible technique and melodic genius. Over the course of the 8 tracks, Howe duels with keyboard virtuoso Vitalij Kuprij in an intense progressive musical setting. For his part, Howe creates some excellent conterpoint to the furious keyboard work, revisitng a genre of music that helped to contribute to his development as a musician. "Ascend" also demonstrates Howe's skill at phrasing and an effortless use of both speed picking and smooth legato licks.
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06:13 |
Unlocked
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Instrumental
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06:12 |
Tales Told
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Instrumental
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07:03 |
Garden Of Harmony
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Instrumental
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05:49 |
Abrupt Terminal
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Instrumental
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09:41 |
La Villa Strangiato
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Instrumental
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06:51 |
Maniacal
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Instrumental
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01:31 |
Her Dance
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Instrumental
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06:06 |
Full Throttle
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Instrumental
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Greg Howe |
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Guitar, Bass, Production, Engineering, |
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Jon Doman |
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Drums |
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Vitalij Kuprij |
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Keyboards |
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Prashant Aswani |
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Guitar on "Full Throttle" |
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Mike Whitmore |
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Engineering |
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Lisa Lake |
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Photography |
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Daryl Robinson |
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Photography, Design |
"Her Dance" performed entirely on guitar synth by Greg Howe.
All songs written by Greg Howe except "La Villa Strangiato", written by Lee, Lifeson and Pert.
Guitars and keyboards recorded at Greg`s House. Live drums recorded at Moore Music Recording.
Mastered at Moore Music Recording.
Digital editing by Moore Music Recording.
Art work by Alegre Graph-x.
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Vol. 17, No. 2: Feb.-Mar. 2012
