The Alchemist (Glenn Hughes) – Songs From The Westside (2002)

Melodic Rock | AOR

Drummer Carl Kennedy (Greg Lake band) is a pioneer in digital recording. Carl was often asked by many engineers and producers for his expertise in the recording studio and eventually earned the moniker “The Alchemist”. In 1994 Carl decided to record a new album with one of his favorite vocalist Glenn Hughes, unfortunately the album was never released until now.

“Songs from the Westside” is a collection of well-crafted songs that blend intricate tribal rhythms with guitar driven passion. Powerful and dynamic with just a hint of blue eyed soul. Comparisons from Traffic to ELP to Marillion to King Crimson come to mind.

 
1. Right Before My Eyes
2. Til the End
3. Full Moon Rising
4. Hypnotized
5. Westside
6. Taboo
7. Fools at the Wheel
8. Right Before My Eyes (instrumental)

Glenn Hughes (lead vocals)*
(Deep Purple / Black Sabbath)
Tim Pierce (guitars)
(Toy Matinee, Roger Waters, Phil Collins, Rod Stewart, Bon Jovi, Goo Goo Dolls)
Ian Crichton (guitars)
(Saga)
Carl Kennedy (drums / percussion / keyboards)
(The Greg Lake band)
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