Track 4 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, Ian Crichton, Steve Negus, Peter Rochon & Michael Sadler 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
The stage is set, all ships have arrived
We know that only one will survive
(Will it be me, will it be me, will it be you?)
Suspension plates are drawn in tight
The central towers alert to the fight
(Will it be me, will it be me, will it be you?)
If you bring some you know I'll have one (better)
What you want you know I'll own (forever)
For years you've watched my vision grow
It's now come time for you to know
(Will it be me, will it be me, will it be you?)
Are you quite sure you've grown so strong?
Since last we met it's not been long
(Will it be me, will it be me, will it be you?)
If you bring some you know I'll have one (better)
What you want you know I'll own (forever)
(Southwest Sector, they're at your door)
(Silos release black interceptor)
(Will it be you?)
(Time perfection, defense selection)
(Intercept without detection)
(Will it be you?)
(The contact's made with your feeble raid)
(Your fleet lies silent, black starlit grave)
(Will it be me?)
(Computer dance, metallic romance)
(It really seems you had no chance)
(Yes, it will be me)
2 июл 2024
