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    As well as Led Zeppelin, British progressive/symphonic rock band Renaissance were a spin-off of The Yardbirds. Much more former Yardbirds members were involved with their original incarnation that recorded the 1st album, though. Severe personnel changes followed, and by their 3rd album no original member was present any more. They had become what can be called the 'classic' Renaissance lineup, including singer Annie Haslam, a real duchess with her clear soprano voice. Surprisingly for a British progressive rock outfit with such a demanding musical style, they were extremely successful in the US. For example they performed three subsequent sold-out shows at the Carnegie Hall in June 1975 which were recorded by Record Plant and released as a double album:

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    Here's a song about the fate of Russian novelist Aleksandr Solshenytzin, who was

    Punished for his written thoughts
    Starving for his fame
    Working blindly, building blocks
    Number for a name
    His blood flows frozen to the snow.

    Under Putin still up to date, isn't it?



    Renaissance still are performing. But with the only former member (Annie Haslam) having relocated to the USA, and all the other members having been replaced by United Statesians, they hardly can be called a British progressive rock outfit any more, can they?

    In the meantime composer/guitarist Michael Dunford, keyboardist John Tout, and Cornish lyricist Betty Newsinger-Thatcher sadly have passed away.

    Best regards!

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    Beth Hart, Live At The Royal Albert Hall, 2018, PRD 75671 Provogue EU, 3 LP

    One of the most expressive female vocalists ever. Unique entertainer on stage. What incredible energy. What performances at Royal Albert Hall in 2018! Jon Nichols on guitars. Leiber/Stoller's song "Saved" C4 is metaphorical for her life. The most impressive person you may listen to today in modern music business...
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    Stoney & Meatloaf, 1978, Prodigal Holland, 5C 052 62172

    Shaun Murphy was full member of Little Feat from 1993 until 2009. She was a singer for the musical "Hair" together with Meatloaf. Listen to "She waits by the window" A2. This Motown production was the start for an impressive career as a powerhouse singer in front of Little Feat.
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    Ann Wilson, Queen of Hearts

    Still on tour these days. Airship on the stairway to heaven. Listen to "Barracuda" A1.
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    Roxette, Marie Frederiksson

    Marie Frederiksson RIP. Pretty woman, beautiful voice.
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    ...but nothing else than elevator Music...

    Best regards!

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    Elevator musak

    Quote Originally Posted by Kay Pirinha View Post
    ...but nothing else than elevator Music...

    Best regards!
    I confess not to enter any elevator during christmas time! "Last Christmas, i gave you my heart...". Which Christmas Pop-song is not boring?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Fritz The Cat View Post
    Marie Frederiksson RIP. Pretty woman, beautiful voice.
    She was an amazing artist! RIP

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    Goldie Zelkowitz, Same, Janus USA, 1974, JLS 3060

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    Ten Wheel Drive, Construction 1, 1969, Polydor Germany, 184 341

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    Rossington Collins Band, Anytime Anyplace Anywhere, 1980, MCA USA, MCA 5130

    Powerful vocals by Dale Krantz. Impressive. Plus fat Gibson Les Paul-sounds. Listen to "Prime Time" A1 and "Three times as bad" A2. Forgotten?
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    Pretenders, Same, 1979, Real England, RAL3

    This is one of the few debut LPs that went number 1 in the UK charts in the week of its release! Finest examples of infectious melodies and rhythms that the 80ies had to offer, due to the band's phenomenal chemistry and Chrissie Hynde's considerable gift for a hook and skill at conveying distinct emotion. Chrissie Hynde is a duchess because of her tough and sexy swagger, isn't it?
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    Elkie Brooks, Pearls, 1981, AM Holland, AMLH 20116

    A wonderful pearl: "Pearls" is a string of timeless classics. Listen to "Too busy thinking about my baby" B3, originally recorded by "The Temptations" in 1966.
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    Deborah Holland/Animal Logic, 1989, Virgin Germany, 209 928

    Songs written by Deborah Holland, vocals.
    Stewart Copeland, dr. Stanley Clarke, b. Guitars by Steve Howe, Pete Haycock and Michael Thompson.
    Listen to "I'm sorry baby" B5.
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    Anyone remembering Joyce »Baby Jean« Kennedy? Her first appearance with her band, Mother' Finest, over here in Europe was at a German TV show at 3/3/1978, that made the band gather a huge following since then. This show was so funk'afuckin' awesome!

    Mother's Finest - Rockpalast - 1978 - Part 1 - YouTube

    Merry Xmas and have phun!

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