Prog Aid
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Topic: Prog Aid
Posted By: yarstruly
Subject: Prog Aid
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 11:28
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(Just passing this on, I'm not affiliated with it or anything like that.) The Prog Rock community coming together to help where we can! ProgAID was set-up in the wake of the terrible earthquake and Tsunami disaster that tragically struck on the 26th December 2004. The sheer destruction and loss of human life was of a scale that shook the world. We considered what the Progressive Rock community could do, even in a small way, to help alleviate some of the suffering endured, and help towards the rebuilding of lives and communities. We have therefore decided to co-ordinate the recording of a CD single to help raise as much money as possible for those that need it. The song, titled 'All Around The World', will be recorded on the 29th and 30th January 2005, and since the decision was made, we have been overwhelmed by the generosity of so many great musicians who have agreed to give their time to appear on the single. The list grows daily and currently includes: Neal Morse Roine Stolt - The Flower Kings Anthony Phillips Martin Orford - IQ Pete Nicholls - IQ John Jowitt - IQ Alan Reed - Pallas Nick Barrett - Pendragon Clive Nolan - Arena / Pendragon Mick Pointer - Arena John Mitchell - Arena / The Urbane Gary Chandler - Jadis Arjen Lucassen - Ayreon Oliver Wakeman - Oliver Wakeman Band Steve Balsamo - Alan Parsons Project Troy Donockley - Iona Bryan Josh - Mostly Autumn Steve Gee - Landmarq Tracy Hitchings - Landmarq Dave Wagstaff - Landmarq Bruce Soord - Pineapple Thief Stu Nicholson - Galahad Magenta Steve Babb - Glass Hammer Daniel Gildenlow - Pain Of Salvation Mike Baker - Shadow Gallery Gary Wehrkamp - Shadow Gallery Doogie White - ex Rainbow / Yngwie Malmsteen Rob Gould - Fula Fiona Ford - Fula Alain Chiarazzo - Eclat Steve Taylor - Strangefish Danny Chang - The Fyreworks Andy Edwards - Ezra Colin Edwards - Ezra Chris Dale - Sack Trick / Bruce Dickinson Paul Davies - ex Karnataka / Panic Room Jonathan Edwards - ex Karnataka / Panic Room Nic Waulker - Bluehorses Liz Prendagast - Bluehorses Once recorded, the single will go on sale, which is expected to be late February 2005, and all proceeds will go to the charities that can help the victims of the Tsunami disaster. Regular updates, including the amount of money raised, will be posted at the ProgAID web site at http://www.progaid.com/ - www.ProgAID.com , so please visit for the latest news. The full list of musicians participating on the single will also be listed within the "Who's Who" section of this site. We thank you for supporting this release and please spread this news to as many people as possible! Best Regards ProgAID http://www.progaid.com/ - www.ProgAID.com Please note: The official ProgAID web site has only recently been constructed, and currently emails sent to mailto:[email protected] - [email protected] are not being delivered. We hope that this will be corrected in the very near future. In the meantime, please feel free to use mailto:[email protected] - [email protected] should you wish to contact us for any reason. 'All Around The World' - The official ProgAID single ------------- Facebook hashtags: #100greatestprogrockchallenge #scottssongbysong #scottsspotlight |
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Posted By: sigod
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 11:30
Fantastic - Bring it on. 
------------- I must remind the right honourable gentleman that a monologue is not a decision. - Clement Atlee, on Winston Churchill |
Posted By: frosty
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 11:44
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That's quite a who's who of prog rock musicians. Congratulations and good luck, a worthy cause if ever there was one.
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Posted By: yarstruly
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 11:49
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I can't wait to hear this....I felt like I needed to pass the news.... ------------- Facebook hashtags: #100greatestprogrockchallenge #scottssongbysong #scottsspotlight |
Posted By: the musical box
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 12:25
. Now if only we could get some prog vets in on this one! Threefates: Give Greg a call!! ------------- something pretentious |
Posted By: yarstruly
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 13:32
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Hey I figured Oliver Wakeman could call dad.... ------------- Facebook hashtags: #100greatestprogrockchallenge #scottssongbysong #scottsspotlight |
Posted By: gdub411
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 14:44
| Let's hope it is not as pathetic as Do They Know It's Christmas?....the last thing prog needs is to throw out a lame tune for the world to hear. |
Posted By: Blacksword
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 15:35
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How about 'Do they it's Christmas' in seven movements all in 7/4?? Seriously though, this is brilliant news and the important thing is that a respectable amount of cash is raised for this cause. It's a shame that prog, generally doesn't sell that well, but every bit helps. I look forward to hearing it. We could do with a few more vets in there. A few members Rush, Rick Wakemen and of course Mr Lakes participation could really push this in the right direction. ------------- Ultimately bored by endless ecstasy! |
gdub411 wrote:Posted By: Dan Bobrowski
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 15:42
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There is also, The Tsunami Project being spearheaded by Spock's Beard. Check it: http://www.digitalchemistrymusic.com/the-tsunami-project/index.html - http://www.digitalchemistrymusic.com/the-tsunami-project/ind ex.html
From the website: Like countless other online communities, the membership of the http://www.spocksbeard.com/message.html - Spock’s Beard message board was deeply saddened by the events this Christmastime in South Asia. After much discussion, an idea was born – “The Tsunami Project.” As a group, the forum decided to produce a CD made up of progressive music submitted by forum members, with all of the proceeds going to aid relief in the affected areas. But, upon seeing the tremendous support the project was garnering among their fans, several of today’s progressive rock superstars generously agreed to contribute music to the project as well. Artists contributing to the fan-based project include Nick D’Virgilio (Spock’s Beard, Tears for Fears), multi-instrumental solo artist Neal Morse (former front man for Spock’s Beard and Transatlantic), bassist Randy George (Ajalon, Neal Morse’s band), Mark McCrite (Rocket Scientists), New York-based progressive band IZZ and British proggers IQ. George’s band Ajalon will be providing a song that features Rick Wakeman on keyboards. Jimmy Keegan - tour drummer for Spock's Beard, is also contributing a brand new track to be written and produced by his brand new Power Trio project. All of the artists generously donated their time and music for this project. Conceived by forum member Barry Thompson, the project will encompass two discs of great progressive music, comprised mainly of contributions from the board members’ own bands and musical projects. The board has many experienced musicians among its membership, from all parts of the globe, making this a truly international project. In addition, forum member Brian Cobb will produce the album and maintain the website, while Martin Kornick will provide artwork production and helped to recruit several of the prominent musicians. |
Posted By: benny bouncer
Date Posted: January 24 2005 at 16:17
| There is also one involving Jon Anderson http://www.yesworld.com - www.yesworld.com i think it was released today |
Posted By: sigod
Date Posted: January 25 2005 at 10:29
Prog band in lame tune shock!?? Not unless they do a cover of Yes' Holy Lamb...  ------------- I must remind the right honourable gentleman that a monologue is not a decision. - Clement Atlee, on Winston Churchill |
Posted By: yarstruly
Date Posted: January 26 2005 at 10:07
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Yeah Anderson & Wakeman are both on the "Major" release, but the reports I have heard say you can't tell...Unfortunately....The Song is called "Greif Never Grows Old" if I am not mistaken... ------------- Facebook hashtags: #100greatestprogrockchallenge #scottssongbysong #scottsspotlight |
Posted By: Velvetclown
Date Posted: January 26 2005 at 10:08
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It´s a good cause, but who will buy it ?????????????????
------------- Billy Connolly Dream Theater Terry Gilliam Hagen Quartet Jethro Tull Mike Keneally |