FM

FM are one of UK's most enduring and most loved melodic rock / AOR act. They have released eleven albums to date.

 
In the U.S., they are often referred to as FMUK as there exicsts a progressive rock band from Canada with the same name.

On September 8th, the band are celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the release of their classic 1986 debut album "Indiscreet".
In conjunction with great reissue label Rock Candy they've assembled a Deluxe 2 CD set containing no less than 18 bonus tracks.

We have the original album plus rare BBC sessions and a live track on one CD, while the extra disc includes rarities such as singles b-sides, extended 12'' remix versions, live tracks and for the first time on CD, the rare instrumental version of "American Girls" (only appeared on a mega rare maxi-single vinyl back in 1986) special to demonstrate your skill at the mic!
This 24-bit remastering from the original source tapes sounds excellent, and these songs - needless to say - are absolutely gorgeous pure golden AOR Melodic Rock classics. A Must Have!

FM was formed in the summer of 1984 in London.
The band was originally composed of the ex-Samson pair of bassist Merv Goldsworthy and drummer Pete Jupp, the Overland brothers – vocalist/guitarist Steve and lead guitarist Chris Overland, both formerly of Wildlife, and keyboardist Philip Manchester, also known as Didge Digital.
They are currently writing and recording for their follow-up album to 2010's "Metropolis", due for release in 2012.

FM

Stolen Earth

Stolen Earth are a powerhouse of atmospheric rock.

With songs soaked in emotion, their immense sound draws from a huge musical palate. Featuring the inimitable Heidi Widdop (ex-Mostly Autumn) on lead vocals, they perform songs with rich, textured harmonies and infectious hooks and melodies.
With Barry Cassells' powerful drums and Paul Teasdale's driving bass guitar making up the dynamic rhythm section, John Sykes' keyboards provide huge soundscapes with superb precision, while Adam Dawson's soaring guitar work fuses a heady blend of emotion and musicality. In total, Stolen Earth's live show is one of majestic power, with catchy choruses and captivating melodies which will stay with you long after the show is over.
Stolen Earth formed early in 2011 from the ashes of the much-loved progressive rock band "Breathing Space", who had split at the beginning of the year. They include no fewer than four members of Breathing Space’s short-lived final incarnation, including recently joined vocalist Heidi Widdop and guitarist Adam Dawson. Only the rock-solid rhythm section of Paul Teasdale and Barry Cassells remain from the linuep of Breathing Space’s final albums.

Stolen Earth's debut album “A Far Cry From Home” is out now.

The song writing is consistently strong, and the material has a wonderfully relaxed 'flow' to it with Dawson's intelligent guitar work, while not aping Rothery or Gilmour, letting the space between the notes add to the overall ambience.
And there's a great cohesiveness about the work with keyboard player John Sykes providing light and shade in an almost Rick Wright manner.
The result is that each and every one of the nine epic tracks on "A Far Cry From Home" is a winner and it's impossible to pick a stand out.

Stolen Earth