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WIRELESS ‘POSITIVELY HUMAN RELATIVELY SANE’ CANDY136

sinful1 — Fri, 11 May 2012 23:05:56 +0000

WIRELESS ‘POSITIVELY HUMAN RELATIVELY SANE’ CANDY136

WIRELESS ‘NO STATIC’ CANDY137

sinful1 — Fri, 11 May 2012 23:04:36 +0000

WIRELESS ‘NO STATIC’ CANDY137

ALDO NOVA ‘S/T’ CANDY133

sinful1 — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:48:19 +0000

ALDO NOVA ‘SUBJECT’ CANDY134

sinful1 — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:47:39 +0000

ALDO NOVA ‘S/T’ CANDY133

sinful1 — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:46:20 +0000

THERE IS nothing as exciting as an album appearing out of nowhere and blowing away the cobwebs. Aldo Nova’s debut album is one such creation; a record so perfectly formed that it has rightfully been compared to the groundbreaking achievements of classic albums by rival masters of melodic hard rock, including Boston, REO Speedwagon and Loverboy. Crammed with ten of the most infectious tracks this side of a Cheap Trick record, it is a work of major importance and one that is still revered to this very day.

Originally issued in 1982, it instantly became a best seller, going on to eventually attain a double platinum certificate. With such rich and hugely melodic tracks as ‘Fantasy’, ‘Hot Love’, ‘Ball And Chain’ and ‘Heart To Heart’ it’s no wonder that Aldo’s brand of immaculate AOR attracted instant success.

24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, new interview with Aldo and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.

TRACK LISTING: 1. FANTASY 2. HOT LOVE 3. IT’S TOO LATE 4. BALL AND CHAIN 5. HEART TO HEART 6. FOOLIN’ YOURSELF 7. UNDER THE GUN 8. YOU’RE MY LOVE 9. CAN’T STOP LOVIN’ YOU 10. SEE THE LIGHT

ALDO NOVA ‘SUBJECT’ CANDY134

sinful1 — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:45:01 +0000

ORIGINALLY RELEASED in 1983, ‘Subject: Aldo Nova’ is a richer and far more intense effort than his debut album. Sure, initial reviews lambasted its ‘difficult’ musical thread and ‘post apocalyptic’ lyrical concept as a tad too highbrow for what he was then perceived as (a melodic hard rocker) but time and distance has invited an altogether more positive reaction. The songs here can be classified as progressive pop rock in the grandest sense, with an emphasis focused on precise arrangements and carefully crafted instrumentation. But the good thing is that Aldo didn’t fully abandon his penchant for finely tuned melodies, crafting a number of superlative track, such as ‘Monkey On Your Back’, ‘Hold Back’, ‘Cry Baby Cry’ and a surprising interpretation of the Coney Hatch classic, ‘Hey Operator’.”

24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, new interview with Aldo and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.

TRACK LISTING: 1. Subject’s Theme 2. Armageddon (Race Cars) 3. Armageddon 4. Monkey On Your Back 5. Hey Operator 6. Cry Baby Cry 7. Victim Of A Broken Heart 8. Africa (Primal Love) 9. Hold Back The Night 10. Always Be Mine 11. All Night Long 12. War Suite 13. Prelude To Paradise 14. Paradise

WIRELESS ‘POSITIVELY HUMAN RELATIVELY SANE’ CANDY136

sinful1 — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:42:36 +0000

MANAGED BY SRO, the same people behind premiere Canadian rock band Rush, and signed to Anthem Records, another Rush related spin-off venture, ‘Positively Human, Relatively Sane’ was greeted with universal acclaim by those fed-up to the back teeth with schlock rock and pop. Wireless’ music was both demanding yet accessible, harbouring subterfuge and surprise as weapons of choice.

Produced my ex Max Webster bassist Mike Tilka and boasting nine tracks of superlative yet quirky hard rock, the album surfs the surface of convention whilst making inroads regular into progressive rock complexity. Imagine Steely Dan jamming with the Blue Öyster Cult and that might give some indication of the kind of musical magic we’re talking about. If you’ve never heard their music or even if you’ve never actually heard their name before, then might we suggest you get it on the action now or forever hold your curiosity.

24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, full band involvement and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.

TRACK LISTING: 1. I Know You Know 2. No Way Out 3. Goodnight Ladies 4. Right To Beg 5. What You Make It 6. The Hard Way 7. Sign Right Here 8. The Rut 9. 461 Markham

WIRELESS ‘NO STATIC’ CANDY137

sinful1 — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:38:30 +0000

PRIOR TO ‘No Static’ Wireless had issued two warmly received if poorly selling albums leaving them to question their very existence. Indeed, all but resigned to breaking up, word reached Rush bassist/singer Geddy Lee who immediately jumped to the rescue, offering his production services if they would consider sticking together and making another album. Faced with such overwhelming enthusiasm and a label (Anthem) keen as mustard to bank roll another record, they humbly acceded to demand.

Recorded at Le Studio, Moran Heights, just outside Montreal, and originally issued in 1980, ‘No Static’ takes the Wireless mandate to its logical conclusion, crafting arguably the band’s definitive musical statement. Geddy Lee’s hands on approach documents a band very much on the attack, leading by example and ramping up the energy level on all fronts. Heavier, harder, yet always hummable, ‘No Static’ makes its intent clear from the lead-off track ‘Pay To Ride’ through to the very closing fade of ‘Journey Of A Possible Hero’ and all points in between. Look out for the epic ‘East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon’, a peach of a tune perfectly encapsulating Wireless’ ability impress at every turn.”

24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album, full band involvement and additional photos spread out over a 12 page full colour booklet.

TRACK LISTING: 1. Pay To Ride 2. Timekeeper 3. Go Naked Through The World 4. One Of A Kind 5. East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon 6. Deep Heat 7. Warm Night With A 3.4 Moon 8. Friends 9. Journey Of A Possible Hero

MAX WEBSTER ‘MUTINY UP MY SLEEVE’ CANDY108

sinful1 — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:36:20 +0000

‘MUTINY UP My Sleeve, originally released in 1979 and partly produced by Terry Brown (Rush), was Max Webster’s third album and once again it showcased the band in particularly nimble form; the progressive arrangements dovetail neatly, with hard hitting riffs and much spectacular lead guitar work. Lyrically the emphasis is on strange yet compelling tales with no beginning and, by turn, no end to their madness.
There are a bunch of classic MW tracks to be found on this album, including the full throttle prog of both ‘The Party’ and ‘Lip Service’, the mellow ‘Astonish Me’ and the jewel in the crown impact of ‘Waterline’. However, if you really want to experience Max Webster basking in the full glow of perfection then look no further than ‘Beyond The Moon’, a magnificent progressive rock mash-up that will haunt you forever.

24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album with Kim Mitchell and previously unpublished photos spread out over a 16 page full colour booklet.

Track Listing: 1. Lip Service 2. Astonish Me 3. Let Your Man Fly 4. Water Me Down 5. Distressed 6. The Party 7. Waterline 8. Hawaii 9. Beyond The Moon

MAX WEBSTER ‘HIGH CLASS IN BORROWED SHOES’ CANDY107

sinful1 — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:35:13 +0000

MAX WEBSTER’s second album ‘High Class In Borrowed Shoes’, originally released in 1977, is regarded as their pinnacle accomplishment. It is a record of unique appeal, bringing together both the sublime and the outrageous in one bubbling cauldron. Leader Kim Mitchell’s laconic vocals, biting lead guitar work and crushing riffs make for some of the most compelling and enjoyable music to have ever been birthed by a North American rock group – including the work of fellow Canadian über progmen Rush.
Produced by Terry Brown (Rush, Klaatu) with pin-point accuracy, ‘High Class…’ is very much a product of art over commerce, featuring extravagant progressive arrangements and some of what would become their greatest in-concert favourites, including ‘Diamonds Diamonds’, ‘Gravity’, ‘America’s Veins’ , ‘In Context Of The Moon’ and, of course, the magnificent title track itself. These are songs filled with incomparable creativity and an artistic depth that will have you coming back again and again.

24-bit remastering from original source tapes, 3,500 word essay about the making of the album with Kim Mitchell and previously unpublished photos spread out over a 16 page full colour booklet.

Track Listing: 1. High Class In Borrowed Shoes 2. Diamonds Diamonds 3. Gravity 4. Words To Words 5. America’s Veins 6. Oh War! 7. On The Road 8. Rain Child 9. In Context Of The Moon