A truly outstanding-mid 2024 release. The Haas Company's Galactic Tide Vol. 1 is a recording that immediately grabs the listener's attention. Drummer and bandleader Steve Haas has brought together an all-star studio band to explore the frontiers of jazz rock. He features noted rock & pop guitarist Andy Timmons in a date which is high octane to be sure.
Andy Timmons is known worldwide for his work with the pop metal band Danger Danger. He was also the musical director for Olivia Newton-John. Timmons has also worked with Paul Stanley and Paula Abdul among many other luminaries. Additionally, he was the lead guitarist on the recent release "The Reddcoats 2", featured in 2024 on Last Call.
Galactic Tide Vol. 1 starts with the explosive "Leather Pajamas" , jazz rock that is hard edged and relentless. "1979" follows, a 13 minute plus expansive selection that allows Timmons to stretch out and demonstrate his exceptional talents. The late trumpeter Wallace Roney is featured on the funky "Stockholm Syndrome".
Keyboardist Pete Drungle composed all of the songs and contributes to all of them, including on the memorable title track and "Arrow of Time". Timmons' relentless guitar artistry with drummer Haas and keyboardist Drungle along with the other members of the ensemble create a recording which recalls the best fusion albums of the 1970s. Highly recommended!!
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