New album "Lady MacBeth" (Hmm, concept album, possibly ;) ) is due out on 25th April.
Really like all her albums, that symphonic/pomp/proggy/AOR sound is pretty unique (espcially these days) and she sure has a great voice.
For anyone UK based, £10.99 from www.play.com seems to be the best price (although the site shop is pretty reasonable due to the $/£ exchange)
;D
I believe she's done a tremendous job on Ayreon's Universal Migrator. I don't know any of her own projects, really, haven't had the time yet.
Something seems to have happened later on in the formerly good relation between Lana and Arjen, involving some bad taste in comments about Arjen on a cover of one of Lana's albums...
Interesting ??? . Arjen played guitar on the cover of Rainbow's "Stargazer" from the "Covers Collection" album in 2002. Wasn't aware of any bad feelings though. Shame if there is :-[
here (http://www.ayreon.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=378)'s the thread...
Wow :o .
Those're pretty heavy accusations for a professional musician to say, let alone put in print in a CD booklet :o .
I actually have that live album from the tail-end of last year - it's still in my 'to play' pile (!!) and I certainly haven't read the sleevenotes (I will tonite though ;) )
Bit of respect lost for Mr Norlander now - don't like to see that sort of thing :(
Thanks for the thread too Peter, appreciate your finding it.
:)
I like Lana's album "Love Is An Illusion"(1995). Good stuff. :) Besides, there are some Ayreon efforts in my collection.
I got 'curious goods (New version + old one)' great album, but I never got around to listen to other albums. Shame on me :(
I have three Lana Lane albums: Secrets of Astrology, Project Shangri-La and the Ballad Collection. I bought Secrets of Astrology because of the participation of Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon). Great album.
Quote from: Appelmoes?? on Fri, 2005-03-18, 17:09:43
I got 'curious goods (New version + old one)
Dito, but i have only the special edition, whatever special is about it..
Quote from: NijntjeRocks on Sun, 2005-03-20, 23:51:33
Dito, but i have only the special edition, whatever special is about it..
What I meant IS the special edition ;) 2 disc's, the old '96 version of the album and the new recorded album with one different song. At least, that's my special edtion ;)
Quote from: Appelmoes?? on Sun, 2005-03-20, 23:55:53
What I meant IS the special edition ;) 2 disc's, the old '96 version of the album and the new recorded album with one different song. At least, that's my special edtion ;)
Ah, I see. It is the same :-X
I should take a better look at the albums I dont listen too much... ::)
Quote from: NijntjeRocks on Sun, 2005-03-20, 23:59:04
Ah, I see. It is the same :-X
I should take a better look at the albums I dont listen too much... ::)
Maybe a better 'listen' too :P
The new album's got 9/10 on prog-nose :
If you like symphonic rock with a leading lady doing the vocals, you’re alright with Lana Lane. Lana has got this very typical, rather high voice, which you’ve got to like, but she’s a good singer. Ten years after their debut, they release this concept album based on the historical Shakespeare play “Macbeth�, introducing newcomer Kristoffer Gildenlöw from Pain of Salvation. The album is very versatile, full of changing rhythms and keeping the middle between steaming rock and ballads.
Starting of with the title track, the rhythm is taken to the top with speed metal guitars. This track (almost 8 minutes) is a bit too long as far as I’m concerned: it tends to repeat itself. The beat is taken down in “Someone to Believe�, a gently rocking song with great rock guitars. I like it when Lana keeps her voice this low. (Can also be viewed on the bonus video)
The first highlight is “Our Time Now�, a rock ballad with all the classic ingredients. The song itself isn’t any better than a lot of other ballads, but the guitar solos could have been on a post-Waters Pink Floyd album, including the choir this band has used a lot in that period. The guitar literary lifts the song to a higher level. “We Had the World�, also a rock ballad, is great from beginning to the end, with great guitar solos and wonderful synthesizer interventions.
The fretless bass is used in quite a few tracks and produces wonderful sounds in songs like the beautiful “No Tomorrow�, a ballad with Scorpions like elements. Not all songs are top level, but this album never annoys. Listen to the great guitar solo in “Shine on Golden Song� or dream away on the wonderful sounds of “The Vision�. Beautiful choirs, enchanting fretless bass, superb guitars and great synthesizer solos. This instrumental “slow�, with guitar solos that flirt with as well Pink Floyd as Neil Young in his “Like a Hurricane� period is my favourite track on this album. The song lasts four minutes, I wish it had been eight.
But the heavier symphonic work hasn’t been forgotten either. Apart from the title track, there’s quite a rhythm in “Keeper of the Flame� and “Summon the Devil�. Most of all, however, this album contains symphonic rock ballads with magnificent guitar solos and the pure voice of Lana Lane, who is known to have an enormous vocal range.
You won’t be disappointed if you buy this album.
Sounds good to me ;D
Another week and my paycheck is in 8)
Quote from: Appelmoes?? on Tue, 2005-04-19, 16:59:56
Another week and my paycheck is in 8)
Another week and my car needs servicing >:( (still, can always find money for essential CD purchases ;) )
I have heard soundclips of 'Lady MacBeth' on www.nlstore.nl. I'm not very impressed, but it's not fair to have an opinion on 30 seconds per track, I guess.
But I've decided to buy the Arena albums first ;).
Quote from: Teunis on Wed, 2005-04-20, 18:58:21
I have heard soundclips of 'Lady MacBeth' on www.nlstore.nl. I'm not very impressed, but it's not fair to have an opinion on 30 seconds per track, I guess.
But I've decided to buy the Arena albums first ;).
My own angle on it is that if you like one Lana Lane album then chances are you'll like the others, is this the first you've heard..??
Also, you're quite right, 30 seconds clips aren't a good indication of an album - usually 2 or 3 full plays to form an opinion is the minimum I'd say :)
I'm going to get it or order it this evening :)
It's £10.99 from
www.play.com
I've got it on order and hope to get it early next week ;D
Quote from: Moonloop on Thu, 2005-04-21, 08:35:51
My own angle on it is that if you like one Lana Lane album then chances are you'll like the others, is this the first you've heard..??
No, I have 'Secrets of Astrology' (favourite one), 'Project Shangri-La' and 'Ballad Collection'.
But I heard nothing really special, too much of the same, It's not my priority to buy this album that soon. First I want to buy the rest of the Arena catalogue: 'Songs from the Lions Cage' and 'Pride'.
Hmm, forgot to order it :-X But I got 3 other albums 8)
I must admit that I am appalled by what I have read. How dreadfully unprofessional of Lana and Erik apart from being extremely petty.
Quote from: Teunis on Thu, 2005-04-21, 18:16:21
No, I have 'Secrets of Astrology' (favourite one), 'Project Shangri-La' and 'Ballad Collection'.
But I heard nothing really special, too much of the same, It's not my priority to buy this album that soon. First I want to buy the rest of the Arena catalogue: 'Songs from the Lions Cage' and 'Pride'.
Arena before Lana Lane..?? Can't argue with that ;D
Quote from: Melo on Sun, 2005-04-24, 19:08:52
I must admit that I am appalled by what I have read. How dreadfully unprofessional of Lana and Erik apart from being extremely petty.
Indeed. It's really put me off them - if the new album doesn't press the right buttons them I'll probably not bother with them anymore >:(
I hve always enjoyed Lana Lane - but this has pissed me off to the point where I don't want to give them the time of day. Further, Arjen has the reputation of being an extremely nice man. I can tell you that I have written to many people inviting them to join the Bazaar - amongst those who replied personally to me (the big names I mean) were Nick Barrett and Arjen. So, he is not so full of himself that he would ignore mail from fans, nor does he feel the need to have someone else answer mail as many other big names have. Even though he did not join the Bazaar, but he was so darned nice...
Did I miss something? Where did Arjen or Nick get in this discussion ???
I was just rambling... about the decency of Arjen as against the lack of professionalism of the Lana Lane/Eric combine... just rambling tis all ;D
Quote from: Appelmoes?? on Mon, 2005-04-25, 22:48:44
Did I miss something? Where did Arjen or Nick get in this discussion ???
See 4th post on this thread (from Peter) which was
"here's the thread..."
That's explains where Arjen comes into the Lana Lane discussion.
:)
Quote from: Moonloop on Tue, 2005-04-26, 08:58:22
See 4th post on this thread (from Peter) which was
"here's the thread..."
That's explains where Arjen comes into the Lana Lane discussion.
:)
Ah thank you.. was quite sure I had not rambled aimlessly - but since I am prone to taking discussions down a competely different path, I assumed I had done it once again ::)
Speaking of Arjen's Universal Migrator, I loved Clives contributions on both cds. Quite good. A very hypnotic album and I loved also Lana's "Queen" song. Very powerful. She's an incredible vocalist. Secrets of Astrology is a classic.
As for the 'unprofessional' content on the liner notes(I don't know if it was on a Lana cd or an Erik cd)I agree, no matter what happens behind the scenes, it's always good practice to present the art free from behind the scenes negativity if you can help it. Keep it a pure experience and fantasy escape for the audience. Respectful of one another and after all, we all evolve and change our perspectives as we move on and hopefully things are just temporary and artists can remain good friends in the long run.
On the other hand, you can't believe everything you read. I do know the other side of the story(of what I'm told) and there was quite a bit of anger there. Burning bridges is never good, even if it's deserved though. I'm not judging either way, or whether it's deserved or not. I just think it's sad because they both could have been good friends and are probably very much alike in alot of ways. They obviously admired each other once upon a time.
Quote from: Saryna on Mon, 2005-05-23, 09:50:32
I just think it's sad because they both could have been good friends and are probably very much alike in alot of ways. They obviously admired each other once upon a time.
I agree. It's a pity, I got familiar to Erik and Lana's music through Ayreon. I didn't buy the live album 'Return to Japan' because Arjen's contribution was mixed away and a certain Peer Verschuren did play those guitar parts instead. That can't be IMO. But when the new Rocket Scientists album is released, I'll be the first one to buy it :D.
I don't have the answer to any of this Lana Lane / Arjen stuff, but putting that on an album sleeve just reeks... It's not graceful at all, even if it was the undisputable truth. You move on, don't you? Anyone like to have it there forever? People make up now and again, too, and if that happened in this case, it'd still be there in the booklet. To me, a monument, a bigger statement than some comments in an interview or something.
Anyway, Erik Norlander is one of my favourite keyboardists. A freak thing, really, 'cause I don't particularly appreciate those he sound most like. There's something to his music, I guess...
Did anyone happen to go to the Swedish Rock Festival and see Lana and Erik? If so, how was it? I was trying to get there.
Quote from: Peter on Fri, 2005-03-18, 12:41:10
Something seems to have happened later on in the formerly good relation between Lana and Arjen, involving some bad taste in comments about Arjen on a cover of one of Lana's albums...
If that's the case, somebody must have the album booklet with these comments. It would be very interesting to have the exact wording. LL collectors, please look through your album booklets.
Nicky.
Quote from: Nicky007 on Mon, 2007-06-04, 22:53:29
If that's the case, somebody must have the album booklet with these comments. It would be very interesting to have the exact wording. LL collectors, please look through your album booklets.
Nicky.
Hi Nicky007, did you read this thread??? http://www.ayreon.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=378
Quote from: Proglady on Mon, 2007-06-04, 23:14:33
Hi Nicky007, did you read this thread??? http://www.ayreon.com/board/viewtopic.php?t=378
Well, i just read it. :o
Never knew that. Always thought that Arjen and Erik/Lana were pretty good friends. I'm really surprised here. And shocked by the way. What were they thinking?
Clearly not straight. :-\
Good grief!!! What awful manipulations and backbiting they have committed, Lana Lane and Erik Norlander. It's so sad to read how hard it's been for Arjen.
Shouldn't we agree to give LL and EN a quarantaine in The Shattered Room? And express our support of Arjen? I'm sure Appelmoes would be happy to deliver a personal note to him.
Nicky.
Arjen is an artist that actually takes time EVERY day to check, read and reply to his emails. So you can email him yourself ;) That's part of what makes Arjen such a fantastic artist. He doesn't only make good music, he's a good person too.
I really don't know him yet, Appelmoes. Just starting to listen to his stuff. He's probably too busy to make his own appelmoes, so he would probably be thrilled by having you dish up some for him. You could probably greet him from several friends here.
Nicky.
Quote from: Nicky007 on Mon, 2007-06-04, 23:30:17
Good grief!!! What awful manipulations and backbiting they have committed, Lana Lane and Erik Norlander. It's so sad to read how hard it's been for Arjen.
Shouldn't we agree to give LL and EN a quarantaine in The Shattered Room? And express our support of Arjen? I'm sure Appelmoes would be happy to deliver a personal note to him.
Nicky.
Hm, but guys keep in mind that this happened in early 2004, a long time has past by since then! ::)
That relation would be a nice observation field for a psychologist. I really like Lana's work with Arjen, but I don't really find any of her own albums or any of Erik's albums worth buying...
I'm fairly new to Lana Lane's music so was not aware of any of the bad feeling between them and Arjen and from what I've now seen it seems to me that her and Erik Norlander have behaved very badly. Whatever the reasons for their fallling out, this type of thing should not be aired in public - It seems very unproffessional to me... This sort of thing belongs to the popular music business.... prog musicians should be better than that (and I think the vast majority are!).
Will think twice before I send any of my hard earned money their way again !
CD
Quote from: Proglady on Mon, 2007-06-04, 23:51:05
Hm, but guys keep in mind that this happened in early 2004, a long time has past by since then! ::)
The're still not friends ;)