Lightning has struck twice...

Harvester · October 5th, 2006, 12:33 PM

A band that currently has no record label (and only released one disc on a very small label previously) has sent me their new album. It has kicked my ass like nothing else has in a while. I have listened to this disc non-stop for three days now.

Band #1 for ProgPower USA VIII has been confirmed as of today. I'm sure that 95% of the people on this forum are going to say "who?"

Glenn

P.S. The last time something similar to this happened, things turned out ok I believe... *cough*CircusMaximus*cough.

Magius · October 5th, 2006, 12:37 PM

Will the new album have wider distribution before PP VIII?

Harvester · October 5th, 2006, 12:40 PM

I guess that depends on the record label they end up with.

Cheiron · October 5th, 2006, 12:45 PM

Sweet. Can't wait till you let us know who.

Though I have to say this really screws up the company pool on ProgPower selections (not that it really exists... or does it?)

How do you work sponsorship for a band like that...?

I hope they find a good label.

Can you tell us what continent they come from?

J-Man · October 5th, 2006, 12:56 PM

Could it be Giai Epicus???? Or maybe..........who knows.

longshot9 · October 5th, 2006, 01:04 PM

oh god i hope it's not Gaia Epicus....

The Invisible Guest · October 5th, 2006, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pyramaze51

Could it be Giai Epicus???? Or maybe..........who knows.

Who knows ..... I'll go with Suspyre. I think they meet the criteria that Glenn mentioned above. Their album from last year .. The Silvery Image .. was well received, and they have a new one (A Great Divide) which has just been completed.

Britt

Mynock · October 5th, 2006, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harvester

Band #1 for ProgPower USA VIII has been confirmed as of today. I'm sure that 95% of the people on this forum are going to say "who?"

I'm not gonna ask who, but is it band "#1" as in "the first band that will play", or as in "first band confirmed" ?

Quote:

Originally Posted by longshot9

oh god i hope it's not Gaia Epicus....

Seconded.

Jasonic · October 5th, 2006, 01:26 PM

Aww snaps!! You confirmed WILLIAM HUNG!!!

MetalRose · October 5th, 2006, 01:28 PM

Awesome!

Do you know the dates of the show yet so I can put in a vacation request here at work?

*wink*

-Metal

J-Man · October 5th, 2006, 01:29 PM

Hey guys i was just joking with the Giai Epicus, i don't really like them either now Suspyre i could really go for. Or maybe its some band from Europe like maybe DIVERCIA or maybe even NIGHTSCAPE who knows. All i know is if it's as Glenn says "cough Circus Maximus cough" then i will be happy.

VenomGA · October 5th, 2006, 01:41 PM

my interest has been piqued!

General Zod · October 5th, 2006, 02:05 PM

I'll also guess Suspyre. Their first disc is phenomenal. And they would be a flawless fit for ProgPower.

Zod

Bear · October 5th, 2006, 02:08 PM

Whoa the Mighty Hype!!! Damn and we can't even know until next year!!!! Geeeeeeeeeeeeeeeezzzzzzz!! LOL

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harvester

A band that currently has no record label (and only released one disc on a very small label previously) has sent me their new album. It has kicked my ass like nothing else has in a while. I have listened to this disc non-stop for three days now.

Band #1 for ProgPower USA VIII has been confirmed as of today. I'm sure that 95% of the people on this forum are going to say "who?"

Glenn

P.S. The last time something similar to this happened, things turned out ok I believe... *cough*CircusMaximus*cough.

edgeofthorns · October 5th, 2006, 02:13 PM

Glenn, it's too early for you to get my curosity up at this point.

It's not even Halloween yet! This last festival wore me out for some reason, so I don't even want to think about next year yet. It was a lot of work for me to even get down to Atlanta this year, so I think that has alot to do with my attitude at this point in the game.

Magius · October 5th, 2006, 02:13 PM

Gaia Epicus Rules.

Cheiron · October 5th, 2006, 02:17 PM

After listening to Suspyre on myspace. I just don't know. Sure I like them a lot. But does it have that "it has kicked my ass like nothing else has in a while. I have listened to this disc non-stop for three days no" factor? Not sure. I'd have to listen to their CD...

Magius · October 5th, 2006, 02:17 PM

95% of people on this forum wouldn't ask "Who?" if it were Suspyre. They've had buzz here, and songs on the last 2 ProgPower samplers.

manowarfan1 · October 5th, 2006, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harvester

A band that currently has no record label (and only released one disc on a very small label previously) has sent me their new album. It has kicked my ass like nothing else has in a while. I have listened to this disc non-stop for three days now.

Band #1 for ProgPower USA VIII has been confirmed as of today. I'm sure that 95% of the people on this forum are going to say "who?"

Glenn

P.S. The last time something similar to this happened, things turned out ok I believe... *cough*CircusMaximus*cough.

And with those words the mischevious puppetmaster sat back, propped his feet up - put on some Jimmy Buffet and laughed at the flurries of tormented speculation that he hath wrought with this posting

Can't wait to see who this turns out to be - even it it is a "who?" for me - chances are they'll kick some ass and make a fan outta me at the festival. Octobr 5th....how soon until the first bands are announced? Aaaahhhhhhh

jeff

General Zod · October 5th, 2006, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Magius

95% of people on this forum wouldn't ask "Who?" if it were Suspyre. They've had buzz here, and songs on the last 2 ProgPower samplers.

"Buzz"? I disagree. Just because they're mentioned now and again doesn't equate to "buzz". There's been one thread on them this year (where they're the subject of the thread). Most people don't pay to attention to every thread.

In addition, you need to consider the clues:

A band that currently has no record label (and only released one disc on a very small label previously) has sent me their new album.

Suspyre has one release, on a small label, with a second in the can waiting for release. They're also touring with Zero Hour, so it's more than likely that Glenn is familiar with them. In addition, they fit ProgPower flawlessly. A perfect balance of Prog and Power. Lastly, they're from NJ. Which mean Glenn doesn't even have to pay for plane tickets, much less international plane tickets.

Does that mean it's definitely them? No. Is it most likely? That's where I'd put my money.

Zod

Wayniac · October 5th, 2006, 03:04 PM

Glenn - is this the 3rd lightning strike (Evergrey being the first)?

shreddy · October 5th, 2006, 03:19 PM

Suspyre is pretty rocking I have their disc and its gotten a lot of plays since I got it.

They were my suggestion for a pre-show band but they'd also be a welcome band for the main fest.

Ed

Joe-× · October 5th, 2006, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harvester

A band that currently has no record label (and only released one disc on a very small label previously) has sent me their new album. It has kicked my ass like nothing else has in a while. I have listened to this disc non-stop for three days now.

Band #1 for ProgPower USA VIII has been confirmed as of today. I'm sure that 95% of the people on this forum are going to say "who?"

Glenn

P.S. The last time something similar to this happened, things turned out ok I believe... *cough*CircusMaximus*cough.

Fuck yes! I'm in the 5% on something. Finally. It's Payne's Gray! I knew you could bring them back. You are the man. I am so there. Now don't argue with me about Infinity. It was just a demo and doesn't count. You tell the guys that I can supply the cats.

Harvester · October 5th, 2006, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-×

Fuck yes! I'm in the 5% on something. Finally. It's Payne's Gray! I knew you could bring them back. You are the man. I am so there. Now don't argue with me about Infinity. It was just a demo and doesn't count. You tell the guys that I can supply the cats.

LOFL.

DAVETHEMETALGUY · October 5th, 2006, 03:58 PM

i thought glenn is supposed to 'relax' for a while after Progpower...

October 5th, 2006, 12:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
Harvester The Promoter Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 4,460	Lightning has struck twice... A band that currently has no record label (and only released one disc on a very small label previously) has sent me their new album. It has kicked my ass like nothing else has in a while. I have listened to this disc non-stop for three days now. Band #1 for ProgPower USA VIII has been confirmed as of today. I'm sure that 95% of the people on this forum are going to say "who?" Glenn P.S. The last time something similar to this happened, things turned out ok I believe... coughCircusMaximuscough. Last edited by Harvester : October 5th, 2006 at 12:40 PM.*

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Magius ................. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,725	Will the new album have wider distribution before PP VIII? __________________ Life is a tragedy for those who feel and a comedy for those who think.

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Cheiron Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 4,858	Sweet. Can't wait till you let us know who. Though I have to say this really screws up the company pool on ProgPower selections (not that it really exists... or does it?) How do you work sponsorship for a band like that...? I hope they find a good label. Can you tell us what continent they come from? __________________ Cheiron Last edited by Cheiron : October 5th, 2006 at 12:52 PM.

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J-Man Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 4,272	Could it be Giai Epicus???? Or maybe..........who knows. __________________ Proud Co-Sponsor of Tarot for PPUSA XI Marketing/Promotions for Nightmare Records Proud father of Mary And Rachel, my metal sweeties

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longshot9 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Dublin, CA Posts: 883	oh god i hope it's not Gaia Epicus.... __________________ john hough

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Harvester The Promoter Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 4,460	I guess that depends on the record label they end up with.

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Jasonic Doom On! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: West Burbs of Chicago Posts: 10,874	Aww snaps!! You confirmed WILLIAM HUNG!!!

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J-Man Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 4,272	Hey guys i was just joking with the Giai Epicus, i don't really like them either now Suspyre i could really go for. Or maybe its some band from Europe like maybe DIVERCIA or maybe even NIGHTSCAPE who knows. All i know is if it's as Glenn says "cough Circus Maximus cough" then i will be happy. __________________ Proud Co-Sponsor of Tarot for PPUSA XI Marketing/Promotions for Nightmare Records Proud father of Mary And Rachel, my metal sweeties

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VenomGA At War With Stan Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 2,612	my interest has been piqued! __________________ Don’t throw stones if you live in a glass house....

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General Zod Ruler of Australia Join Date: May 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 11,311	I'll also guess Suspyre. Their first disc is phenomenal. And they would be a flawless fit for ProgPower. Zod __________________ "I contend that we are both atheists. I just believe in one fewer gods than you do. When you understand why you dismiss all the other possible gods, you will understand why I dismiss yours.” Stephen F. Roberts

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edgeofthorns He carves his stone... Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Beyond the doors of the dark Posts: 5,446	Glenn, it's too early for you to get my curosity up at this point. It's not even Halloween yet! This last festival wore me out for some reason, so I don't even want to think about next year yet. It was a lot of work for me to even get down to Atlanta this year, so I think that has alot to do with my attitude at this point in the game.

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Magius ................. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,725	Gaia Epicus Rules. __________________ Life is a tragedy for those who feel and a comedy for those who think.

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Cheiron Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 4,858	After listening to Suspyre on myspace. I just don't know. Sure I like them a lot. But does it have that "it has kicked my ass like nothing else has in a while. I have listened to this disc non-stop for three days no" factor? Not sure. I'd have to listen to their CD... __________________ Cheiron

October 5th, 2006, 02:17 PM	#18 (permalink)
Magius ................. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,725	95% of people on this forum wouldn't ask "Who?" if it were Suspyre. They've had buzz here, and songs on the last 2 ProgPower samplers. __________________ Life is a tragedy for those who feel and a comedy for those who think.

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Wayniac Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Connecticut Posts: 515	Glenn - is this the 3rd lightning strike (Evergrey being the first)?

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shreddy Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Chicago Posts: 576	Suspyre is pretty rocking I have their disc and its gotten a lot of plays since I got it. They were my suggestion for a pre-show band but they'd also be a welcome band for the main fest. Ed __________________ Mindwarp Chamber

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