Track 1 from their self-titled debut album released in 1978 copyright Polydor Records. It was recorded at Phase One Studios in Toronto and was produced by Paul Gross. The band was formed in Oakville, Ontario the previous year by some former members of the band Fludd. They were influenced by the great prog rock bands that had preceded them like Genesis, Yes and King Crimson. The main songwriters were Jim Crichton on bass and keyboards and Welsh-born Michael Sadler on vocals. This album was only a modest success in Canada and generated no interest in the U.S. but German fans purchased 30,000 copies of it as an import. The band has had a loyal following in Germany ever since and has always been more popular in Europe versus North America. Although it was largely ignored at the time of release, it has to be considered one of the great progressive rock debuts and most of the songs are still included in their live shows, as they are still touring. They would achieve success in North America in 1981 with the release of the album "Worlds Apart." This album received poor reviews and reached No. 33 in Sweden. Written by Michael Sadler, Jim Crichton & Peter Rochon and produced by Paul Gross. Featuring:
Michael Sadler - Lead vocals, keyboards & Moog synthesizer, bass on "Humble Stance"
Ian Crichton - Lead & rhythm guitars
Peter Rochon - Keyboards, Moog synthesizer, programming, arrangements & background vocals
Jim Crichton - Bass, bass synthesizer & bass pedals
Steve Negus - Drums & percussion
You thought you had it in the bag
Thought you had it (all figured out)
But now you're having second thoughts
You don't really know your (ins from outs)
You won't accept the lot you've drawn
You can't face the (error of your ways)
You turn your back and walk away
You seem bent on finding (better days)
(How long did your dreams carry on?)
(How long did your dreams spin around?)
(How long did your dreams carry on?)
(How long did your dreams spin around?)
You'd better grab your things and run
All your friends have (left you behind)
I have no answers for you now
I just wish you'd had an (open mind)
(How long did your dreams carry on?)
(How long did your dreams spin around?)
(How long did your dreams carry on?)
(How long did your dreams spin around?)
2 июл 2024
