Track 7 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 Jim Crichton 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 look at him twice, think of how nice
His one on one face
He'll promised no bite and finish a fight
"Place coin in slot provided"
(Ice, nice)
Everything's twice as bright with money in your hands
(Ice, nice)
Everything's twice as bright with money in your hands
(How long have you been listening?)
(How long have you been listening?)
Three in a row is your reason to go on
Spending your money
You've been here before, you've spent a lot more
This makes it less funny
(How long have you been listening?)
(How long have you been listening?)
(Just a few feet away)
Just a little to pay
You thought you were cured but now you've been lured here
Face your own desire
To this smiling toy which brings you the joy
No harm just to enquire
(Ice, nice)
Everything's twice as bright with money in your hands
(Ice, nice)
Everything's twice as bright with money in your hands
(How long have you been listening?)
(How long have you been listening?)
(Just a few feet away)
Just a little to pay
7 окт 2024
