Rick Wakeman - (Progressive Rock / Symphonic Prog / UK)

Origin: UK
Genre: Progressive Rock / Symphonic Prog / Classic Art-Rock
Format: Lossless (Flac+Cue+Log)
Size: 423 Mb (CD1) + 232 Mb (CD2) + 28 Mb (Full Scan)
Information: ProgArchives

CD Rip: XLD Mac

CD1 Track Listing:

1. Elizabethan Rock (Wakeman) - 3:03
2. Catherine Howard (Wakeman) - 9:13
3. Paint It Black (Jagger / Richards) - 5:40
4. Myths and Legends of King Arthur (Wakeman) - 11:58
5. Merlin the Magician (Wakeman) - 6:44
6. Starship Trooper/Wurm (Anderson / Squire / Howe) - 12:18
7. Eleanor Rigby (Lennon / McCartney) - 8:03
8. Umberto II (Feat. Mario Fasciano) (Wakeman / Fasciano) - 3:37

Total Time: 60:48

CD2 Track Listing:

1. Journey to the Centre of the Earth (Wakeman) - 31:58

Total Time: 31:58

Большое спасибо за японца...

Origin: UK
Genre: Progressive Rock / Symphonic Prog
Album Info: Studio album, released in 1976
Features: 24 bit Remaster ( Universal Mastering Studios, Japan, 2003)
Label: Universal
Catalog No: UICY-9295 (reissue 2003)
Made in: Japan
Format: Lossless (Flac+Cue+Log)
Size: 290 Mb
Artist Info: ProgArchives
CD Rip: XLD Mac

Track Listing:

Music Reincarnate:
01. Part I The Warning — 8:19
02. Part II The Maker — 3:34
03. Part III The Spaceman — 4:03
04. Part IV The Realisation — 4:17
05. Part V The Reaper — 7:55
06. The Prisoner — 7:01
07. The Lost Cycle — 7:02

Total Time: 42:11

Line-up / Musicians:

- Rick Wakeman — keyboards, synths, Mellotrons, harpsichord
+ The English Rock Ensemble:
- Reg Brooks — trombone, bass trombone, backing vocals
- John Dunsterville — acoustic & electric guitars, mandoline, backing vocals
- Tony Fernandez — drums, percussion
- Ashley Holt — lead vocals
- Roger Newell — bass, bass pedals, backing vocals
- Martyn Shields — trumpet, flugel horn, French horn, backing vocals

Origin: UK
Genre: New Age / Piano
Label: President Records
Catalog No: RWCD 8 (Original)
Made In: England
CD Rip: XLD Mac (CDParanoia III 10.2 engine)
Format: Lossless (Flac+Cue+Log)
ArtWorks: Full Scan (300 DPI)
Size: 197 Mb(inc. Full Scan)
Artist Info: ProgArchives

Track Listing:

01. Harbour lights (5:15)
02. The pirate (4:39)
03. Storm clouds (3:34)
04. Lost at sea (3:25)
05. The mermaid (3:26)
06. Waves (3:29)
07. The fisherman (3:30)
08. Flying fish (3:14)
09. The Marie Celeste (4:37)
10. Time and tide (4:03)
11. The lone sailor (3:43)
12. The sailor's lament (4:35)

Total Time: 47:30

Line-up / Musicians:

- Rick Wakeman / piano

Artist: Gordon Giltrap & Rick Wakeman
Album: From Brush & Stone
Year: 2009
Genre: Prog Related
Label: VP455CD
Duration: 58:57
Quality: FLAC (image+.cue), covers (300 dpi, jpg), EAC rip 100% proper
Source: torrents.ru, from orbster

Tracklist:

1. The Savannah Bird (3:22)
2. Caesar Augustus (8:06)
3. The Kiss (4:19)
4. Hermes (3:19)
5. The Thinker (4:45)
6. David (3:23)
7. The Discus Thrower (3:07)
8. The Last Of England (5:09)
9. Spring (2:49)
10. The Death Of Chatterton (5:28)
11. The Light Of The World (3:10)
12. Work (3:50)
13. By Angle Tarn (3:54)
14. Maddie Goes West (4:08)

Line up:

Gordon Giltrap - Guitar
Rick Wakeman - Piano

ЗдОрово! Спасибо!

Formato: DVD9 Dual Layer
Sistema: NTSC
Regiones: 0, All Regions
Dolby Digital 5.1: yes
DTS: yes
Subtitles: (Behind The Scenes Only): German, English, Spanish, French
Scans: Full scans with Complete Booklet (25 pages) + front, inside & DVD label
Recovery: 3%
Tamaρo: 38*191.15 MB + 1*121.65 MB = 7.21 MB + Scans: 1*73.23 MB



Enjoy!

Thanx, Frodo!
After the first 'release' any 'green' member of this forum (newb.) turns o be a 'violet' member... (='Releaser')

Thanks for the info Pr0gger!

Hi! Thanks!

Thanx, Frodo, for scans!!

Songs / Tracks Listing:

01. Tudorture "1485" (7:12)
02. Catherine Of Aragon (2009) (5:45)
03. Kathryn Howard (2009) (12:09)
04. Jane Seymour (2009) (6:45)
05. Defender Of The Faith (10:15)
06. Katherine Parr (2009) (12:03)
07. Anne Of Cleves (2009) (8:27)
08. Anne Boleyn (2009) (10:12)
09. Tudorock (6:51)

Total time 79:40

Line-up / Musicians:

- Rick Wakeman / keyboards
- Adam Wakeman / Keyboards
- Tony Fernandez / Drums and Percussion
- Jonathan Noyce / Bass and Bass pedals
- Dave Colquhoun / Electric Guitar
- Peter Rinaldi / Acoustic Guitars
- Ray Cooper / Percussion

+ The English Chamber Choir
+ Orchestra Europa conducted by Guy Protheroe
+ Brian Blessed / Narrator

Review by Easy Livin from PROG ARCHIVES:

"In May 2009, Rick Wakeman resurrected his de facto début album for a one off performance in the grounds of Hampton Court Palace near London UK. The setting was significant as Henry VIII was responsible for the transformation of the site into the magnificent building which now stands there. (It also meant that Rick would not need to venture too far north, something he appears to have an aversion to these days!).
This album captures the resultant performance, presumably selecting the best recordings from the two nights. As the DVD runs to over 2 hours, we can safely assume though that a significant part of the gig (and all the narration) has been omitted from the CD release which contains the six tracks from the album plus three others. The set is bookended by "Tudorture 1485" and "Tudorock", a couple of pieces which appear to have been written especially for the concert. They are decent enough pieces which draw in themes from the six key pieces, but simply serve to whet the appetite for the main course.
With a full orchestra and choir present, Rick takes the opportunity to flesh out most of the Wives mainly by adding new sections rather than simply repeating existing ones. Both "Kathryn Howard" and "Katherine Parr" thus become 12 minute plus pieces, and Anne Boleyn" runs to over 10 minutes. On the other hand, tracks such as "Jane Seymour" remain largely faithful to their 36 year old ancestors.
For much of the time, the orchestra and choir are, to these ears, too far in the mix. While I appreciate that it is the talents of Mr Wakeman are what we are here to appreciate, the synth and organ often overwhelm those supporting him.
The third additional piece is entitled "Defender of the faith", a reference to the title first bestowed on by King Henry VIII by Pope Leo X (and then revoked and subsequently restored by parliament). Once again, this is a typical Wakeman synth number, but here enhanced through the support of the English rock Ensemble, the choir and the orchestra.
In summary, a fine document of what must have been a magical evening. Clearly, the DVD version will serve to recreate the event far more satisfactorily, but as an audio experience, this is a very good album."

Спасибо, Frodo!

Songs / Tracks Listing:

01. International flag (2:12)
02. The dove (Opening Ceremony) (2:36)
03. Wayward spirit (3:20)
04. Latin reel (theme from G'olé) (2:44)
05. Red island (5:04)
06. Spanish holiday (2:43)
07. No possible (2:54)
08. Shadows (3:38)
09. Black pearls (2:52)
10. Frustration (3:10)
11. Spanish montage (2:46)
12. G'olé (2:54)

Total Time: 36:53


Line-up / Musicians:

- Rick Wakeman / keyboards, synthesizers, harpsichord, celeste
- Tony Fernandez / drums
- Jackie McAuley / acoustic guitars
- Mitch Dalton / acoustic guitars

Releases information:

Lp. Charisma CAS 1162 / Lp. Charisma 811 295
Music Fusion 2006 MFVP 123CD




It's time to play football in FIFA World Cup South Africa 2010!!...and it's time to remember the FIFA World Cup Spain 1982 with the music of Mr. Rick Wakeman, my friends!

This is not his better album but it's the most Prog Soundtrack of a FIFA World Cup of all times ever!!

Have fun! and GO SPAIN GO!!!

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Songs / Tracks Listing:

01. Statue of justice (6:20)
02. Crime of passion (5:46)
03. Chamber of horrors (6:40)
04. Birdman of Alcatraz (4:12)
05. The breathalyser (3:51)
06. Judas Iscariot (12:15)

Total Time: 39:04




Line-up / Musicians:

- Rick Wakeman / keyboards, synths, Birotron, harpsichord
- Bill Oddie / vocals (5)
- Frank Ricotti / percussion
- Chris Squire / bass (1-2-3)
- Alan White / drums (1-2-3)
- Ars Læta Choir of Lausanne, Switzerland
- The Church organ of L'Eglise St. Martin, Vevey, Switzerland

Releases information:
Lp. A&M Records AMLH 64660
Japan Mini LP UICY-9301 (2003)



Enjoy!

Спасибо, Frodo!

Songs / Tracks Listing:

01. Prelude to a millennium (3:42)
02. Only a dream (4:34)
03. A waltz of life (5:00)
04. Forever more (4:51)
05. The dancing piano (4:35)
06. Reflections of a Winter's day (6:21)
07. A New dawn (5:15)
08. Lullaby (5:22)
09. Seasons of change (5:33)
10. Waiting for God (5:02)
11. Vienna by moonlight (4:07)
12. The cycle of life (7:13)

Total Time: 61:35




Line-up / Musicians:

- Rick Wakeman / Steinway Concert Grand piano & KORG Trinity Pro-X

Releases information:

Cd. President Records RWCD 33








Reviews on RWCC:

Roberto Ugalde on 23/02/2005

A beautiful piano release, full of emotion and passion. Wakeman's trademark melodic sound waves are evident and his expressions of sensitivity denote the maestro's personal views on a new era, a new beginning for the world and mankind. Preludes to a Century is an exquisite trait to the ear, but especially, the soul. This album is of particular personal significance for me because each time I play these songs to my adoring wife it helps me reach her inner musical sensitivities. The music on this album turned her into a serious Wakeman fan.

Neil Barton on 15/12/2004

Well it's all played on a piano - and a great sounding one at that! Some people may feel this is an album to have a "nap to" which is understandable and their prerogative - the beautiful melodies certainly do have a hypnotic quality to them at times. However, to just write this work off as another "chill out CD" would be to miss the heart of the album. In my opinion I have never heard a CD of songs played on a piano by Rick in which you can tell what is going on in that studio from the tips of his fingers right into his very soul. I have not heard another album of Rick's that is as musically honest and as open as this. I wish I'd found it earlier.

Steve Phelan on 28/06/2000

If your looking for a follow up to Rick's "Airs" trilogy I suggest you buy this cd. It definitely highlights Rick's "classical prowess" on the piano. A truly excellent cd!!

Bjorn Olaf Syvertsen on 14/04/2000

Another piano album. As for most of Rick's piano albums, "Preludes" is nice and gentle, and perfect for relaxation. It was a bit disappointing, though, because I miss the really strong compositions. Most tracks on this album are nice but not great. "Preludes" is quite inferior compared to albums like "The Piano Album" or "Tapestries".

Chris Gilman on 17/03/2000 [Other reviews by Chris Gilman ]

This album is probably the most flowing and beautiful (purely solo) piano that I have heard. Unusually it is terrific as both soothing background or stirring when played at volume. It is an album that takes you soaring through musical highs, places you gently down and then before you know it you are irresistably lifted up again and carried on through the tracks, never overpowering but always moving. This CD is constantly on since I bought it and will probably be so for a long time to come. More please!

Siggi Zielinski on 11/02/2000

Maybe it is not a Wakeman's classic but it's surely a classical Wakeman, which I like. Reminds me sometimes of some of his better piano passages from the seventies. Comparing this to his other piano works it sounds fresh with some moments of passion. I believe that this world needs good piano albums but on the other hand is such a release predictable and reliable. Thanks God there's something around to rely on. Everyone enjoying Wakeman playing grand piano should get one copy. That says it all. My fave melody here is Seasons of change, light as a feather, with passages full of energy and virtuosity. In no way do I find this one boring. I'd even tend to agree with President Records calling this "his finest piano work to date".

A good album, and excellent English edition! Thank you! Special thanks, that you support this theme!)

I'm happy because you like it

Many thanks, Frodo, for a disk and for the summary to it.