Year : 2023
Style : Melodic Hard Rock , AOR
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + all scans
Size : 107 mb
Bio:
Mike Walsh & Five to Life is the creation of Mike Walsh. Best known for his work with his melodic rock band, Departure (as well as Message and many Tribute albums), Walsh says he has taken a different approach to his music on this record, a more earthy, natural sound. Walsh calls it a labor of love.
Album:
”Face The Music” is the new album from MIKE WALSH & Five To Life, the creation of guitarist Mike Walsh. Best known for his work with his melodic rock band DEPARTURE (as well as MESSAGE, The Lec Zorn Project and many Tribute albums), Walsh says he has taken a different approach to his music on this record, a more earthy, natural sound.Based in the timeless American classic rock sound spiced with melodic rock guitars (Walsh also perform keys) the songs on ”Face The Music” embody thoughts, feelings, emotions, and relationships.Walsh formed the band with experienced musicians and there’s many guest spots on this album – such as David Rosenthal of RAINBOW, RED DAWN), or Dave Anthony (SIGNAL RED) among others – rich of fine songwriting, exemplary musicianship and solid production.
Line-Up:
Mike Walsh - guitars, keyboards - Seea lso: ex-Departure
Doug Henthorn - vocals
Steve Pozzelanti – drums
Ed Avila – bass
Featuring many special guests including;
Artie Lange
Dave Anthony
David Rosenthal
Nick Clemons
Lisa Coppola
Charlie Calv and many others
Production:
All songs written by Mike Walsh
Recorded at Exit 98 studios (Mike Walsh)
Sound Spa recording (Stephen DeAcutis)
Sonic Adventure Studios (David Rosenthal)
Mixed by Stephen DeAcutis, except
Hope and Prayer For Me, mixed by Peter Cox at Down The Road Studio NL
Salamander, mixed by Mike Walsh
Joyride, mixed by Robert Quinto
Mastered by Peter Cox at Down The Road Studio NL
Artwork by Peter Cox, with thanks to the contributors at Pexels.com
Mike Walsh plays Hawley Jersey Guitars
Full list of guests in the CD booklet
Tracklist:
01. Face the Music
02. Careful Whatcha Wish For
03. Better Days
04. Salamander
05. Desperation
06. Right and Wrong
07. Find My Way
08. Nothin’ Without You
09. Lost in Translation
10. Joyride
11. Prayer for Me
12. Hope
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