Minor Giant (NL): Crossover/Neo Prog
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Topic: Minor Giant (NL): Crossover/Neo Prog
Posted By: yam yam
Subject: Minor Giant (NL): Crossover/Neo Prog
Date Posted: February 20 2013 at 04:48
Yeah, this is a bit early to be posting here to say the least, 'cos the album ain't due 'til the summer...but I'm damned if I'm putting it in 'Get The Word Out' forum, where it will have been read by about three people and a dog by then...  This band was first announced on DPRP about this time last year: http://www.dprp.net/wp/?p=5164" rel="nofollow - http://www.dprp.net/wp/?p=5164 Minor Giant is a new Dutch progressive rock project founded by keyboardplayer/composer Rindert Lammers and drummer Roy Post. The project started to take shape in 2011 with the addition of vocalist/guitarist Jordi Repkes, bassplayer Harry den Hartog and additional keyboardplayer Jos Heijmans. Minor Giant are currently working on their debut album ‘On The Road’. The album will be a thematic mixture of adventurous, symphonic epics and some more song-orientated tracks. The main theme is about different roads people are taking in life. The songs speak of the hope and strength we need on our journey in life. There will be some very special guests to contribute to MG's debut album ‘On The Road’. http://www.facebook.com/MinorGiant" rel="nofollow - http://www.facebook.com/MinorGiant http://www.minorgiant.com" rel="nofollow - http://www.minorgiant.com (site is not functional as yet, but is under development) Rindert Lammers: Keys Roy Post: Drums and Percussion Jordi Repkes: Guitars and Vocals Harry den Hartog: Basses Jos Heijmans: Keys  Listen to the 11 minute demo here: https://soundcloud.com/#minor-giant" rel="nofollow - https://soundcloud.com/#minor-giant It is also available here: https://soundcloud.com/#rindertlammers" rel="nofollow - https://soundcloud.com/#rindertlammers along with an earlier instrumental version, and both can be freely downloaded. Read this thread on progressiveears.org, to which the band's keyboard player Jos Heijmans contributes, suggesting an April/May release date (according to facebook all the tracks are now more or less recorded, with just a few final bits and the mixing left to do): http://www.progressiveears.org/forum/showthread.php/733-Minor-Giant-A-New-Dutch-Progressive-Rock-Band" rel="nofollow - http://www.progressiveears.org/forum/showthread.php/733-Minor-Giant-A-New-Dutch-Progressive-Rock-Band You will find all these videos in the above thread: But not this one...which is a 20-minute interview at dutch radioshow 'Sympho Shop' on August 26th 2012 (in Dutch), just before the Progmotion Festival (Uden (NL), De Pul) on 1st of September last year, which is where the previous two vids were recorded. The album ends with the title track - an epic called 'The Last Road' (so I am told!)... This is going to be the dog's b...ocks, guys.  Stand by team Neo!!  Edit: Topic title amended to include the possible subs where the band might be accomodated.  |
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: March 01 2013 at 14:48
Announced on the band's facebook today: http://www.facebook.com/MinorGiant" rel="nofollow - http://www.facebook.com/MinorGiant - Minor Giant will play at the Parktheater in Alphen a/d Rijn (NL) on the 12th of April at 8:30pm (doors open at 7:30pm)! They will play all the songs of their debut album (which will be released later this year)...and some more. ;-) Ticket price is €7,50 advance booking and €10 at the door and will include 1 drink or snack! Tickets can be booked by sending an e-mail to mailto:[email protected]" rel="nofollow - [email protected]  |
Posted By: roypost
Date Posted: March 11 2013 at 07:51
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Hello David! Thanx for all the interest and spreading the word!! :-) Our (temp) website is online now. Feel free to LIKE our FB page if you haven't already. :-) We'll keep you posted! Greetz, Roy Post | Minor Giant ------------- I drink my milk with Tabasco! |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: March 11 2013 at 08:17
Welcome to Progarchives Roy!  Yes! - Please keep us informed...From what I have heard of it so far, this is going to be one of my most played CDs of the second half of 2013! Addition of the band to the database on here should be a breeze once it is released.
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Posted By: roypost
Date Posted: March 11 2013 at 17:32
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We can't wait to release this epic piece and bring it to you, the fans! I think our upcoming gig in Alphen a/d Rijn (NL) is too far from where you are, but you're most welcome! Cheers!
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: September 14 2013 at 18:16
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Minor Giant will play at the Northern Prog Festival in the Uthof in Siegerswoude, NL on Saturday October 12th, along with four other Dutch prog bands - The Aurora Project, Odyssice, Pink Faces (Pink Floyd tribute) and festival organizer Leap Day. Tickets (€18.00 in advance) through http://www.leapday.nl/" rel="nofollow - |
Posted By: roypost
Date Posted: October 04 2013 at 08:34
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Yeah! The Northern Prog Fest! We're on at 17:00 (5pm) with a 75 minutes set! Hope to see you there! Then there is another thing, the elephant in the room: when is our debut album finally going to be released?? Well, due to several circumstances we're still in the last fase of mixing and mastering the album. After that we will present the product to several labels, to find us a partner to publish the album. That being said, we really can't wait ourselves to bring this epic record to you! So please have patience with us, something great is on the way! An album teaser will soon be online! Stay tuned! Please LIKE our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/minorgiant) and we'll keep you posted! Greetz! Roy MINOR GIANT ------------- I drink my milk with Tabasco! |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: October 10 2013 at 05:37
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New bass player announced: https://www.facebook.com/MinorGiant" rel="nofollow">  https://www.facebook.com/MinorGiant" rel="nofollow - Press release October 2013: NEW BASS PLAYER: RIK VAN DOMMELEN "We are very proud, excited and happy to announce that Rik van Dommelen is our new bass player. As is almost customary nowadays, Rik was an internet discovery. Minor Giant traced him down on YouTube. In a number of clips his exploits were to be noticed in songs by Spock's Beard, DeeExpus and Flying Colors. We thought this could just be the man the band was looking for. Rik's talent became apparent earlier this year, when he joined Marillion on stage to perform 'The Other Half' during the Marillion Weekend in Port Zelande (see below). Rik: “I was sold immediately when I heard the demo of 'On The Road'. When I was actually asked to be the bass player of Minor Giant, my enthusiasm peaked. It is a great honour to work with such fantastic people (and extremely talented musicians). As we all share the same passion for music I expect nothing but greatness and I am looking forward to our future endeavours!” The first venue where you can see and hear the band with their new protégé, is the Northern Prog Festival on the 12th of October. Welcome, Rik! |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: October 21 2013 at 15:29
And from facebook today: Hopefully not too long to wait now!
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: November 13 2013 at 13:11
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The band are now on reverbnation, where you can stream the 11-minute demo of the soon-to-be-released 'On The Road' album: http://www.reverbnation.com/minorgiant" rel="nofollow - http://www.reverbnation.com/minorgiant . In other news, Minor Giant will play at CELEBRATE 2014 together with Adeia and Sylvium in Utrecht (NL) on the 11th of January 2014. The gig starts at 7:30pm till 0:30am. Ticket price: €5. Because it is not a public venue you can only book your tickets in advance. Tickets and info (Dutch): http://www.freia-music.nl/c-2291726/celebrate-2014/" rel="nofollow - https://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/http%3A//www.freia-music.nl/c-2291726/celebrate-2014/%26h%3Dkaqhd9ngg%26s%3D1/-?pip=false&premium=false&client_uid=426992856&client_ver=3.6.3.549&client_type=IEPlugin&suite=true&aff_id=0&locale=en_gb&ui=1&os_ver=6.0.2.0" rel="nofollow">  Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/494326683999956/?fref=ts" rel="nofollow - |
Posted By: roypost
Date Posted: February 21 2014 at 09:11
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Wheels are in motion... Just a quick note to inform you about the release of our CD 'On The Road'. We have received some great feedback from various labels, and although we don't have a definitive release date yet, we're confident that it will be sooner rather than later. And to tide you over, here's (a part of) the cover.  ------------- I drink my milk with Tabasco! |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: May 10 2014 at 08:13
LOL! The artist has now finished colouring in the rest of the cover!  ...And we have a tracklist too!!   Minor Giant - 'On The Road' 1. On The Road (12:34) 2. Dream With Eyes Wide Open (10:22) I - The Door II - The Old Road III - Upside Down 3. Lead Me Home (3:52) 4. Hand In Hand (6:32) 5. We Are Strangers Here (4:46) 6. The Last Road (15:46) Total Time 53:56 All music and lyrics by Rindert Lammers, except track 1: chorus melody by Christiaan Bruin Artwork concept by Roy Post and Rindert Lammers The release date will be announced very shortly. A teaser trailer will be posted on-line soon.  |
Posted By: aapatsos
Date Posted: May 10 2014 at 08:38
Have you got a sub already in mind Dave? 
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: May 10 2014 at 11:40
Not heard much from the album yet, Thanos - but I'm expecting it to fall on either Neo or Crossover's turf. Shouldn't be too long now...It's nearly 15 months since I first posted this suggestion!  
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Posted By: b_olariu
Date Posted: May 13 2014 at 02:45
| looking forward for this one, it may be quite preomissing and the art work is great |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: May 14 2014 at 09:44
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OK - let's have a look at some recent live vids. "On January 11, 2014 Layered Reality Productions and FREIA Music under the heading 'Celebrate 2014', organized an intimate evening in prog Starsound in Utrecht. There were live performances by three bands: Adeia, Minor Giant and Sylvium. It was a very good start of a musical New Year! Minor Giant is a progressive rock band formed by keyboardist / writer Rindert Lammers and drummer Roy Post. The music is inspired by artist and bands like Neal Morse, Spock's Beard, Transatlantic, Jem Godfrey (Frost *) and Camel. Minor Giant is currently working on their debut album 'On The Road'. This album will be a thematic collection of adventurous, symphonic epics and more compact songs. The theme is about the different ways that people follow in this life. The lyrics are about the hope and strength that we need in our journey through life." Hopefully we'll have something better to evaluate these guys with very soon... Edit: The fifth vid above comes from an earlier performance from April 2013, and a more thorough band bio has been included with it by the uploader: "On April 12, 2013 Minor Giant performed in the park theater in Alphen aan den Rijn, organized by Serious Music Cafe Alphen. Rindert Lammers started in 2010 at the age of 16 with the writing and recording some symphonic / progressive rock songs . A year later, he put the first instrumental demo on Soundcloud, the vocals for which were provided some time later by Christiaan Bruin (Sky Architect, Chris). Rindert then placed an advertisement for musicians to work with him to record a CD for these pieces. Drummer Roy Post is the first to answer, and he sets himself up as a co - owner of the project . Where Rindert focuses mainly on composing, Roy is mainly engaged in the organization and communication. They duo are then joined by bassist Harry den Hartog (ex - PBII), guitarist / vocalist Jordi Repkes, and keyboardist Jos Heijmans. At the end of 2011 this hitherto unnamed project was named Minor Giant. The band impress the organisers of the Motion Prog Festival, and are asked to take part at the first edition in September 2012. Their performance is seen by many as the highlight of the evening. Meanwhile Minor Giant start recording the debut album 'On The Road' at various studios, including The Pitt in Boskoop with engineers Ruud Rijnbeek and Gerben Klazinga (Knight Area). The CD contains six pieces ranging in length from 3 to 13 minutes. 'On The Road' is about the different ways that people make their way through life. The lyrics are about the hope and strength that everyone needs in our journey through it. Closing track 'The Last Road' completes this spiritual journey, and after a visit to some new themes from the previous tracks, concludes the album with an upbeat ending with hope for the future." |
Posted By: b_olariu
Date Posted: May 14 2014 at 12:41
| if you see the album issued in the nearly future somewhere, let us know yam yam |
Posted By: roypost
Date Posted: May 16 2014 at 08:19
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On The Road will be released on June, 30 We are thrilled to announce that we have signed to UK-based label Festival Music (F2) for the release of our debut album On The Road. The album will hit the shops and digital stores worldwide on Monday, June 30th. Our sincere thanks go out to label president David Robinson for his enthusiasm and faith in our music. A release party will be held on Sunday, June 29th at the Parktheater, Alphen aan den Rijn. It promises to be a great evening of fun and music for everyone. We have also a couple of special guests lined up. Details will be announced real soon. Forthcoming gigs Minor Giant: May, 24: De Klos, Emmeloord June, 29: Parktheater, Alphen a/d Rijn (release party On The Road) July, 6: 't Blok, Nieuwerkerk a/d IJssel September, 19: De Boerderij, Zoetermeer (support for Mystery)   ------------- I drink my milk with Tabasco! |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: May 16 2014 at 09:50
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Thanks for the update Roy! No mention of the CD in David Robinson's latest email update (14th May), or on the site itself as yet, but it will be available to purchase at http://www.progrock.co.uk/" rel="nofollow - http://www.progrock.co.uk/ in due course. Will update this thread when pre-orders are being taken.
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: May 31 2014 at 08:48
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This is the official album trailer for On The Road by Minor Giant which will be released on the 30th of June, 2014 Still nothing showing on the F2 retail outlet website: http://www.progrock.co.uk" rel="nofollow - http://www.progrock.co.uk , but shouldn't be too long now.
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: June 25 2014 at 17:23
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And with less than five days to go to the official release, we have a full sample of the title track uploaded by the band to YouTube: The CDs arrived back from the pressing plant a few days ago, and will be available in stores and at http://www.progrock.co.uk" rel="nofollow - www.progrock.co.uk from Monday 30th June. The album will also be for sale on all major download sites, including iTunes.  |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: June 30 2014 at 07:57
And the waiting is over...Official release day is today, and you can order the CD from http://www.progrock.co.uk/acatalog/Minor_Giant.html" rel="nofollow - http://www.progrock.co.uk/acatalog/Minor_Giant.html for GBP 9.99 plus shipping costs (GBP 1.50 per order in the UK, GBP 3.00 per order in Europe, and GBP 5.00 per order elsewhere). Downloads will be available from the usual outlets - here's the Amazon.co.uk link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Road-Minor-Giant/dp/B00KVWD93C" rel="nofollow - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Road-Minor-Giant/dp/B00KVWD93C - it doesn't look as though the album will be released in the US though until July 15th: http://www.amazon.com/On-Road-Minor-Giant/dp/B00L8F6KKK" rel="nofollow - http://www.amazon.com/On-Road-Minor-Giant/dp/B00L8F6KKK . 
Edit: Streaming links for the evaluation teams: http://open.spotify.com/album/2JOSxPRf0PLvGMuBPiywjh" rel="nofollow - http://open.spotify.com/album/2JOSxPRf0PLvGMuBPiywjh (or https://play.spotify.com/album/2JOSxPRf0PLvGMuBPiywjh" rel="nofollow - https://play.spotify.com/album/2JOSxPRf0PLvGMuBPiywjh ) Minor Giant on CD Baby: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/minorgiant" rel="nofollow - http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/minorgiant . Minor Giant on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/id884134729" rel="nofollow - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/id884134729 . You can also buy the CD at one of the band's gigs, or in the 'better' record stores. In the coming weeks the list of sources will be updated - including an option to order the album straight from the band itself.
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: July 01 2014 at 20:42
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Under evaluation in Crossover - you can follow the progress here: http://progfreak.com/Minor-Giant-159287.html?path=pa/recent" rel="nofollow - http://progfreak.com/Minor-Giant-159287.html?path=pa/recent .
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Posted By: O666
Date Posted: July 03 2014 at 09:44
| Neo Prog is a good choice IMO. I think their music have many IQ elements. You can find easily Neo Prog musical elements in their music like Guitar's and Keyboars's instrumental parts. Crossover Prog is very helpful sub gen for suggesting new bands like this band. You suggersting band in PA without fight or boring talking or negative feedback. Xover can solve many problems in this section. You can see many new bands that suggesting under Xover label in PA with different styles and different atmospher. I know Xover definition in PA and read that and I don't have problems like " What is sub gen of this band? " or " This isnt fit sub gen" or ..... I dont care about that. I love music specially Progressive Rock music but PA isn't mine!! I like and I love PA and PA must be THE BEST refrence for fans like me that living around the world. I wish you understanding my opinion. Thanks. |
Posted By: Duke of Rother
Date Posted: July 03 2014 at 14:16
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I have to say this album is very very good. On my 3rd play of the day and absolutely loving it.
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: July 08 2014 at 05:11
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The album can now be ordered in the USA from Lasers Edge: https://www.lasercd.com/cd/road-1" rel="nofollow - https://www.lasercd.com/cd/road-1 . Here is their sales pitch: "Here's the debut by a new Dutch "sympho" band sure to make waves in the neo-prog community. This is very much a keyboard driven sound that will appeal to fans of Pendragon and Knight Area. In fact the album was engineered by Knight Area founder Gerben Klazinga. While the band doesn't sound exactly like Knight Area the music has that vibe, but then again a lot of the Dutch bands have it as well. Very spacious keyboard sounds provide the backdrop for upper register vocals. Lots of drama going on here that erupts with some beautiful keyboard solos - not surprising since the band has two keyboadists. Don't want to overlook the liquid guitar solos - very nice flow to them. All in all if you are a fan of the sound that the Dutch bands have perfected over the past 40 years this will hit you like a ton of bricks. Highly recommended. " |
Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: July 16 2014 at 10:58
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This does sound quite intriguing. Note to self to check the album out on Spotify.
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Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: July 16 2014 at 11:40
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Crossover team's evaluation ended with two 'yes' votes and three 'move' (to Neo Prog), so we now have a fresh evaluation in Neo, with Matti starting the ball rolling there in fine style with a 'yes'.
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Posted By: tszirmay
Date Posted: July 16 2014 at 12:06
They actually travel between neo, cross and even symph at times (though perhaps not complex enough for the Orchestral boys  ). I have little doubt they will be in soon. ------------- I never post anything anywhere without doing more than basic research, often in depth. |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: July 16 2014 at 13:43
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tszirmay wrote:Posted By: Duke of Rother
Date Posted: August 02 2014 at 01:34
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Still not found a home in the archives? 1 of 4 candidates for Album of The Year so far for me. (IQ , Anathema and Abel Ganz being the others.)
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Posted By: apps79
Date Posted: August 02 2014 at 03:05
Coming soon, two yes votes and practically cleared for addition to Neo team. ------------- When the power of love overcomes the love of power,the world will know peace... listen to www.justincaseradio.com , the first ever Greek Progressive Rock radio |
Posted By: apps79
Date Posted: August 03 2014 at 05:42
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Done: http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=8981" rel="nofollow - http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=8981
------------- When the power of love overcomes the love of power,the world will know peace... listen to www.justincaseradio.com , the first ever Greek Progressive Rock radio |
Posted By: yam yam
Date Posted: August 04 2014 at 15:28
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Thanks Apostolis! Listen to the album in full on progstreaming: http://www.progstreaming.com/_wb/pages/play-album.php?activeAlbum=00844+-+Minor+Giant+-+On+The+Road" rel="nofollow - http://www.progstreaming.com/_wb/pages/play-album.php?activeAlbum=00844+-+Minor+Giant+-+On+The+Road .
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Posted By: roypost
Date Posted: December 18 2014 at 07:50
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MINOR GIANT XMAS GIFT! 2014 was a great year for Minor Giant, with the release of our debut 'On The Road', and its release party, as highlights. As a way of saying 'thank you', we have a free gift for you. It is a live version of a new song, 'In The Morning Sun'. Go to http://minorgiant.com" rel="nofollow - www.minorgiant.com and get the FREE song! Have a wonderful Christmas and a happy 2015! Cheers! Rik, Roy, Rindert and Jos ------------- I drink my milk with Tabasco! |