Adam Wakeman – A Handful of Memories (CD)
From Our Friends at Dutch Music Works
This is Adam's first contemporary classical piano album since 1996's Tapestries, which he recorded with Rick Wakeman. A Handful of Memories is the result of an appreciation upon reflection of Adam's past experiences, trips with his family, his touring families, and friends in some places that hold special memories for him.
To reflect the personal, minimalist nature of the tracks, no effort was made to remove any of the pedal noises or enhance the tracks in any way, as Adam wanted them as exposed and natural as they can be.
The pandemic had a hand in Adam's return to modern classical piano after 25 years. As a highly sought-after touring pianist, Adam played extensively with Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne, Travis and many others. He records and performs with his progressive rock band Headspace, with his acoustic duo Wilson & Wakeman, and last year he even ventured into the jazz world with his critically acclaimed documentary/album project Jazz Sabbath.
When the pandemic started, and the music world paused, he was halfway through a South American tour with Martin Barre on his 50th Anniversary Tour of Jethro Tull. Forced to leave his gear in Peru and hurry home before the airports closed, a period of reflection started and this album is a result of that.
See for yourself:
https://youtu.be/7r5KvIpUzPk
https://youtu.be/5QGIZxTOocA
Tracks:
- 1. Draa Valley
- 2. Pristina
- 3. Sunrise Over L.A.
- 4. The Winter Palace
- 5. Iceland
- 6. A Walk In The Park
- 7. Treyarnon Bay
- 8. Gateway To The Sun
- 9. The Island
- 10. Home
Format: CD
Artist: Adam Wakeman
Release Date: November 12, 2021