'Settle Up or Settle Down' is a very emotional album, making it easy to get swept away by the clever lyrics and blues-tinged melodies. Luckily, guitarist Rob Allen is on hand to pick you up and keep the pace with the occasional solo that has heads bobbing and fists in the air, like that on 'Bring You Down'. The man's talent is clear throughout the album, but these short breaks to focus on his abilities are a welcome addition on any and every track that he is allowed to run wild with. Produced by John Burns of Genesis and Jethro Tull fame, this album is stellar in both its clarity and direction. I would even go as far to say that JEBO and John Burns are a match made in heaven, with final track 'Something's Got To Give' blowing everything else out of the water. From the occasional burst of brass to the raw honesty in the vocals, this is one song that is a definite crowd pleaser. Even if you don't consider yourself a fan of contemporary prog-rock, it is worth picking up this album purely for its ability to convince you otherwise. - Carly Drew - Live Music Scene
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The Evil Seagulls
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9/25/2007 3:01:31 AM
Are you kidding? You mentioned the "Genesis - Harlequin - Nursery Cryme song" and US in the SAME sentence...
That is more of honour that I can stand today.....you made my day, pal
The Genesis albums up to "The Lamb..." were my were my most intense influences of my youth - I still get shivers when listening to that music which has never been reached after all. But we guys keep the good ol' prog up and I thank you so much for your kind words.
If you ever see a chance of introducing us to your producer.....sorry, I was just dreaming again :-)
take care,
Mark
btw..my other projects here are
http://iacmusic.com/artist.aspx?id=65774
http://iacmusic.com/artist.aspx?id=66060
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The Evil Seagulls
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9/24/2007 3:36:44 AM
thanks for your comment, mate
just a question...you mentioned Harlequin - would you be so kind and send me a link of that song or band?
cheers,
Mark
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The Evil Seagulls
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8/24/2007 3:29:36 AM
hey there,
besides, that your work here is awesome I'd like to tell you that we've got a new song - dream on - hope you enjoy the mixture of old-school progressive and acoustic balladesque music.
cheers,
mark
ps: not forgetting the acoustic progressive ballad: "she came along like the wind blows on a sunny day"
pps: grüße aus franken :-))
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