Welcome
to the Minstral Show, the podcast that spotlights the very best music from
around the world, made exclusively in the 21st century.
Today’s
spotlight revisits the positive energy of rock n roll featuring “The Revox,
Teenage Frames and Pretty Volume with a little bit of blues by Burton Gaar
thrown in to remind us where Rock n Roll came from…following that is a Pop /
alternative Rock set with a twist of psyche featuring La Resistance, Figure
Walking, Chemical Brothers and the Historics, music that carries the spirit of
these genres from the past into the 21st century.
The
third set brings, the conscious connecting waves, of Progressive rock, by the
Automatism Band, Steve Hackett and Calexico a set that concludes with URSINA
who reminds us all, to, love as if there’s no tomorrow.
12
great tunes coming at you in three great sets of music, on the Minstral Show.
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Welcome
to the Minstral Show, the podcast that spotlights the very best music from
around the world, made exclusively in the 21st century.
Today’s
theme reminds us that Music is the peoples voice and that it’s best heard where
the internet carries our collective freedom of expression without
censorship…Today’s spotlight features music by: Peter Buffett, Nine Inch Nails,
Barbara Rubin, Stonecraft, Orbital, Steve Hackett, Kingdom of Glass, 62 Miles
from Space, Damh the Bard and Radiation Flowers.
…so,
today’s show is steeped in progressive music that includes a variety of genres
that compliment each other, so sit back and enjoy the waves, on the Minstral
Show.
The World United Music Podcast was carried
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Welcome
to the Minstral Show, the podcast that spotlights the very best music from
around the world, made exclusively in the 21st century.
Tune in, sit back,
and drop your burden for the next hour or so with great music by: David Ian
Roberts, Kevin Morby, Mavis Staples, Machines Dream, Steve Hackett, Rick
Miller, King Buffalo, Damh the Bard, Adam Ezra and Fernando Perdomo.
…a
great variety of folk, blues, alternative rock and progressive rock music
awaits, on the Minstral Show.
The World United Music Podcast was carried
on 11 different platforms including Anchor FM, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pocket
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“At
the Edge of Light” is a new ten track album by Steve Hackett which covers a
wide variety of genres and sounds in a progressive experimental matrix.
The
album projects, at its core, a concept of morality that is, in my opinion, an
awakening of sorts that clearly sees that mankind has strayed
from the path in the forest of life to a point where there is darkness surrounding
us; while also seeing the light ahead on a path we should be travelling.
The
titles of the album’s 10 tracks lend us the intuition of what to expect from
this record; from fallen walls of ancient empires to the beasts in our time, to
the conflicts within, resolution and peace.
ALBUM: At The Edge
Of Light (54:25)
TRACKS
1. Fallen Walls And Pedestals
(02:16)
2. Beasts In Our Time (06:21)
3. Under The Eye Of The Sun (07:07)
4. Underground Railroad (06:23)
5. Those Golden Wings (11:20)
6. Shadow And Flame (04:24)
7. Hungry Years (04:34)
8. Descent (04:21)
9. Conflict (02:37)
10.
Peace (05:02)
(Album released by record label “Inside Out Music” January 25th, 2019) - Order Album at this link
The
music is consciously expressive of the World around us, past and present and
comes after months of touring on top of Steve Hackett’s last two albums “Wolflight”
(March 27th, 2015) and “The Night Siren” (March 24th,
2017), Two great albums in their own right that also play a part in 2019’s “at
the Edge of Light”.
“At
the Edge of Light” is just what it implies…it gives the impression of humanity
existing at the edge of twilight, racing to catch up with the sun, to shed the
cloak of darkness that is quickly consuming the world…while at the same time
revealing that there is hope and peace if together, we choose it make it happen.
And
so, in this context, here is my review and perception of the 10 tracks on “At
the Edge of Light”.
10 Tracks:
01 – Fallen Walls
and Pedestals
“At
the Edge of Light” continues where the “Night Siren” left off and opens with
the sounds of the “Tar”, a Persian instrument shared by many cultures in the
Middle East and Caucasus region. The instrument is fitting to express almost
empathically the ancient and current conflicts in the cradle of humanity.
The
song then moves quickly to thundering drums projecting a storm that leads into
an orchestral story of conflict and despair depicted by the brilliant lead
guitar expressions of Steve Hackett.
“Fallen
Walls and Pedestals” conjures up thoughts and feelings of the dark place the
world is in today but also the enormity and the tininess of an ancient fallen
empire, both empathically projected through the guitar playing of Steve
Hackett.
02 – Beasts in Our
Time
“Beasts
in Our Time” is a continuation of the first track, “Fallen Walls and
Pedestals”, that expresses musically, the ills and evils of our times. It begins
with orchestral notes of melancholy that intertwine with expressive lyrics,
into an amazing sax solo including Steve Hackett’s stunning guitar work which then
breathes life into every turn of the song along with an expressive
orchestration. Also, of note is the impeccable drumming, and base playing that carries
the flow and tight delivery of a supporting cast that makes this one of the
best Progressive Rock songs of the year.
Official Song Stream: Beasts in Our Time
03 – Under the Eye
of the Sun
“Under
the Eye of the Sun” emerges out from under the blanket of darkness that
pervades our world, to bring forth the light of hope in an upbeat, lively and positive
musical spirit, that invigorates an empathic reach for the stars…
Steve
Hackett reminds us that its not too late to change our fate and that we can
vanquish the darkness that covers the Earth if we decide to do it. Such is the
power we have within us, one which can also be found all around us in nature.
The
song is a choir of upbeat sounds carried by brilliant drumming, vocals and
guitar work that shapes the song into a euphoric expression…the music then
slows to capture the awe and amazement felt when standing before a cathedral of
natural history with the didgeridoo and viola shaping a humble acknowledgement
to the waves of truth calling from ancient times. I find the song uplifting and
reverent to the soul.
Official Song Stream: Under the
Eye of the Sun
04 – Underground
Railroad
“Underground
Railroad” is truly a fitting song to follow “Under the Eye of the Sun” in that
it presents hope for a better world as historically, the “Underground Railroad”
was a ray of hope for many, and a lifeline away from the barbaric world of
slavery.
The
harmonica and dobro guitar at the beginning of the song brings to mind a train
whistle and several people hiding in the shade, from the heat of the sun, with
elevated levels of adrenalin pumping through them in anticipation of escaping
their bondage.
The
unmistakable gospel voices of Durga & Lorelei McBroom soon kick in to give
the song a real taste of hope and freedom and then moves on to tell its story
with a far-off approaching dobro guitar and lyrics that capture the moment…and
then just as quickly, the song takes off with a drum kick and dobro buildup
that moves into a sophisticated progressive rock collage that musically describes
the conflict and struggle people endured. All of which is brilliantly portrayed
by the captivating guitar playing of Steve Hackett. The song then concludes
with moments of jubilation by choir like vocals and guitar work to then fade to
the train simulating dobro guitar, carrying an eerie reminder that the struggle
carries on…a brilliant expression in every way.
Official Song Stream: Underground
Railroad
05 – Those Golden
Wings
“Those
Golden Wings” opens with a symphonic portrayal of heaven, as if standing before
the creator with a lifetime on display in all its fullness, value and merit…the
song moves effortlessly to an acoustic tale with meaningful lyrics that builds into
an orchestral accounting with a telling and memorable chorus. The story then
continues through Steve Hackett’s captivating lead guitar that expresses the
emotional peaks and valley’s in the complicated turns of ones lifetime. Together,
they combine with the magical elements of cinematic surround and operatic choir
to encompass an expression of a full life lived and on display as part of a
greater realm.
I
love this song as it blends Classical elements, operatic highs, captivating
symphonic expressions, alluring lyrics and Steve Hackett’s brilliant signature
lead guitar to build an unbelievably great progressive rock tune. This is classic
progressive rock at its finest.
06 – Shadow and
Flame
The
song “Shadow and Flame” opens with a ping, an Indian sitar and drum with vocals
that vibrate an aura of the ancient past, as if part of the old silk road comes
back to life from its death to teach us that the answers to the future lay in
understanding the past.
The
song then moves forward, carried by brilliant drumming that easily shifts a
changing tempo with a sitar that is expressive as though telling a story
through its notes and vibrations…and always the symphonic surround sounds that emulate
concern and immediacy. There are also points within the song that connect to
“In the Skeleton Gallery” from “The Night Siren” which then evolves into the
sophisticated array of Roger Kings keys and Steve Hackett’s guitar as they
weave in and out of each other to the songs end. An amazing tale told through
music.
07 – Hungry Years
“Hungry
Years” is an upbeat popish tune that at times reminds me of “The Seekers” -
“I’ll Never Find Another You” and at other times reminds me of Mike Oldfield’s “Moonlight
Shadow”, but it goes where those songs could not. (For all you old school DJ’s
out there, that’s a hint 😉)
Wonderful
harmonies with a walk down memory lane and a genius solo on lead guitar. Who
say’s Steve Hackett can’t do pop?
08, 09, 10 –
Descent, Conflict, Peace
The
final 3 songs on the album “Descent, “Conflict” and “Peace” can be viewed as three
parts of one song that takes us through to the album’s conclusion.
“The
Descent” is a dark orchestral march and cinematic descent into the shadows
preparing to face the maw of darkness that is eating up all life and spiritual
connection to this planet.
“Conflict” – is coming face to face with the
darkness in a determined battle. Engaging orchestral and cinematic soundscapes
with an empathic lead guitar emulating the fight for survival and battle to
victory.
“Peace”
begins with simple piano and vocals to express the end of conflict, the
peaceful silence that comes after victory…a victory achieved by our unity to
confront the darkness.
In
the song, Steve Hackett leaves me with these final thoughts; Trust in your
intuition that love always conquers. Face your fears for it is half the battle,
as the darkness will dissipate upon your awakening to reveal that the sun does
indeed come up the next day and that thinking with your heart is truly the way
forward.
A
magnificent end to a brilliant album.
Conclusion:
“At
the Edge of Light” by Steve Hackett is both an intellectually and spiritually
crafted masterpiece of expression told through the empathic vines of music and
lyric.”
In
my opinion, the album is one of his best if not the best album that Steve
Hackett has produced so far, during his solo career.
Some
of Steve Hackett’s previous albums such as “Wild Orchids”, “Wolflight” and “The
Night Siren” place well on my favourites list, but “At the Edge of Light” for
me, tops them all for its well rounded and awakened concept in trying to make
the world a better place.
“At
the Edge of Light” receives two thumbs up from this old DJ. “A Fantastic
album!”
Welcome
back to the only show that covers the best music being made today…and of course
as always, we have Three great sets of music coming your way featuring, Dave
Kerzner’s In Continuum with special guest Steve Hackett, followed by Marqui
Adora, Rick Miller, Stephan Thelen, Agnes Obel, John Sokoloff, Amos Lee, Julian
Lennon and John Fogerty.
Music
that tells a story, opens the mind, and takes us to a better place…you’re in a room
at the edge of the galaxy, so sit back, relax and cast off your burden for the real
music of the 21st century…
Let
my play for you, the songs of tomorrow,
while
we dream of better days, in a World United by Music…
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Today’s
episode takes us on a journey of awakening through songs that express the walls
and battles we all have to overcome either by ourselves or collectively as a
community. The road of life brings with it many hurdles, battles and lessons that
eventually lead to an awakening and vision for creating a better world, featuring
music by, Chastity Brown, Eric Burdon, Michael on Fire, Burlap to Cashmere,
Chris de Burgh, Steve Hackett, Different Light, Matthew Perryman Jones, Deep
Purple, and Dream Theater.
More than just a podcast, World United
Music has emerged to bring you the best music being made in the 21st
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SET: 01
Starting
us off on the Long Road to awakening is Minnesota-based musician, singer and
songwriter Chastity Brown with the soulful bluesy roots rock title song to her
2014 album “Long Way”. Our journey begins by revisiting the past where
experience and memory can well up over each mile travelled back in time…it’s a
long way, but a necessary journey to help clarify life going forward.
Following Chastity Brown is
UK legend Eric Burdon with “27 Forever” taken from his 2013 album “Til Your
River Runs Dry” A conscious conversation with ones self looking back in time
with what would have been if we had taken the other path at the fork in the
road. Eric Burdon bares his soul in 27 Forever.
Detroit’s
own, Michael on Fire follows with “Cadillac Beach” taken from his 2014 album
“The Artist, the Dreamer. The Lover and the Fool”.
Cadillac
Beach, is beautifully expressed through poetic lyric and soothing acoustic
guitar reminding us to appreciate life because it can change in an instant and
leave us with unforgettable, painful moments. Wise words to remember when
running around at 200 miles an hour trying to check off all the things on an
endless to do list. Don’t miss out on what’s really important…
Burlap to Cashmere closes the
set with the title track to their 1998 album “Anybody Out There” an empathic
song of reflection and awakening as one finds themselves alone in searching for
answers to life. A powerful moment on our long road.
And
so, we begin a mindful journey to overcome the hurdles of life on the road to
clarity, and all through the best music of today, on the minstral show.
SET: 02
Chris
de Burgh starts off the second set with “Waiting for the hurricane” taken from
his 2012 album “Home”
“Waiting
for the hurricane” is a robust, energetic filled song that lifts the adrenalin
levels, much the same way his classic tune, “Don’t pay the Ferryman” does. The
energy and flow reminds us that, sometimes in life, there’s no escaping the
storms that come our way, and so the best thing to do is brace yourself and
stand up for what’s to come.
Following
Chris de Burgh is Steve Hackett with the title track to his 2015 album “Wolflight”
“Wolflight”
is a song that tells of community’s endless fight for survival from sinister
forces while trying to preserve our existence. We stand our ground and fight
back for our very survival…and its at this point where the awakening grows
exponentially…a great tune by Steve Hackett and band.
Following Steve Hackett is
“Different Light” from the Czech Republic with “In Love and War” taken from
their 2016 Album “The Burden of Paradise” The song takes us through the
aftermath of battles fought and down the emotional road that is left in their
wake, to confront, the memories that have become scars in the game of love and
war.
And so, we brace for the
hurricanes that descend onto us in life and battle enemy forces to win our
freedom, on the Minstral show.
SET: 03
Leading off the third set is Matthew
Perryman Jones with the title track to his 2015 album “Cold Answer”. Poetic
lyrics describe feelings of being spiritually grounded, when waking up in the
middle of a war and seeing for the first time the cold reality of wars purveyors.
Great empathic music by Matthew Perryman Jones
Deep
Purple follows with “Blood from a Stone” taken from their 2013 album “Now
What!?”
The
peoples voice screams out in this song by Deep Purple as the community is
always under attack by economic predators that often call themselves our
governments. An excellent blues tune that packs a lotta truth.
Dream
Theater closes the set with “Our New World” taken from their 2016 album “The
Astonishing”
Hope
cries out to build a new World, one that’s better and made for all and not just
the few. And all we have to do, to make our dreams a reality, is to just go out
and make it happen. The world is ours to build, and so freedom awaits in “Our
New World”…a great tune to unite people in creating a better world.
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And now the conclusion to an awakening, on
the Minstral Show.
Have a great week everybody!
The Minstral Show – (Episode 046)
SONGS:
SET
01
Chastity
Brown – Long Way
Eric
Burdon – 27 Forever
Michael
on Fire – Cadillac Beach
Burlap
to Cashmere – Anybody Out There
SET
02
Chris
de Burgh – Waiting for the Hurricane
Steve
Hackett – Wolflight
Different
Light – In Love and War
SET
03
Matthew
Perryman Jones – Cold Answer
Deep
Purple – Blood from a Stone
Dream
Theater – Our New World
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