Legendary rocker John Wetton releases 6th solo album Raised in Captivity in Japan 24 August 2011The Japanese edition features 2 bonus tracks.New is “Face To Face” . From the Arkangel album, “After All" is included for the Japanese people and all of Mr Wetton's proceeds from this track will be donated to Japanese Tsunami Fund.
By: Ellie Schwartz, QEDG Management Press The Japanese edition features 2 bonus tracks, the new “Face To Face” and from his Arkangel album, “After All”. “After All” is included for the Japanese people and all of John’s proceeds from this track will be donated to Japanese Tsunami Fund. The album was recorded in Los Angeles during a brief break between touring commitments and is produced and mixed by multi-instrumentalist Billy Sherwood (Yes, World Trade, Circa:). The new offering finds Wetton teaming up with current and former musical partners, including some of the biggest names from the British music scene over the past four decades: Genesis’ Steve Hackett, King Crimson’s Robert Fripp, Deep Purple’s Steve Morse and many more. “Raised In Captivity” celebrates yet another milestone in an extraordinary life, a stunning collection of songs reinforcing a career of over 40 years during which John Wetton has created a legacy as one of the greatest singers, musicians and songwriters. Respected worldwide by fans and musical peers alike, Wetton’s career includes a significant period of time in the early eighties when he was the best selling singer in the world. Once again characterised by the emotional impact of the material, a necessary component in all Wetton’s creativity, “Raised In Captivity” continues an unrivalled career which has brought inspiration to millions worldwide. Of the new album and choice of producer, Wetton commented, “The decision to record in Los Angeles with Billy Sherwood was entirely mine. I wanted the chaotic urban inspiration, edge and energy to juxtapose the natural beauty that California provides. I also knew that Billy Sherwood would provide the musical and technical ability to record quickly, with ultra high energy and superb production quality.” The material was written in a variety of ways, such as “Goodbye Elsinore” was written on the Denmark-Sweden sea ferry en route to a Vilde Frang concert and “The Devil and the Opera House” is co-written with King Crimson collaborator Richard Palmer-James. The album’s finale is “Mighty Rivers”, featuring the enigmatic Dutch soprano Anneke Van Giersbergen and the Seattle Symphony Orchestra. John Wetton has been a member of several prominent British bands. After two albums with Family he joined King Crimson from 1972 to 1974, before working with Roxy Music and Uriah Heep. In 1977, with former Crimson band mate and drummer Bill Bruford, he co-founded U.K., which also featured guitarist Allan Holdsworth and keyboardist/ After U.K.’s demise, Wetton turned his attentions to a solo career. In 1982, Wetton became part of the supergroup Asia, together with Steve Howe, Carl Palmer and Geoff Downes. This “fab four” of progressive pop would rule radio and record sales, with their debut album becoming the biggest selling album of the year and yielding the worldwide hit “Heat of the Moment.” Wetton remained prolific with more solo studio albums and several collaborative efforts over the years. The Japanese edition of Raised in Captivity features two bonus tracks, “Face To Face” and “After All”, the latter Wetton included in aid of the Japanese Tsunami Relief Fund. Wetton says of the inclusion of the piece “After All is a Ganbaro track from which all proceeds will go to the Japanese Tsunami Fund. It is always a stage favourite and will certainly be featured during my November tour. The tracklisting for Raised in Captivity is: 1. Lost For Words (featuring Steve Morse) 2. Raised In Captivity (featuring Robert Fripp) 3. Goodbye Elsinore (featuring Steve Hackett) 4. The Last Night Of My Life (featuring Alex Machacek) 5. The Human Condition (featuring Tony Kaye) 6. Steffi’s Ring (featuring Geoff Downes) 7. The Devil And The Opera House (featuring Eddie Jobson) 8. New Star Rising (featuring Mick Box) 9. Don’t Misunderstand Me (featuring Tony Kaye) 10. Mighty Rivers (featuring Anneke Van Giersbergen) 11. Face To Face (Japanese Bonus Track) 12. After All (Japanese Bonus Track) Mr Wetton is expected to tour Japan later this year, backed by an electric band. More about John Wetton and his music can be found at his website http://www.johnwetton.com. Press and tour information from QEDG management press contact: Ellie Schwartz, ellies@aol.com or +1.347.678.1760. John Wetton is managed by Mr Martin Darvill of QEDG Management. Mr Darvill can be reached at qedg@qedg.co.uk Martin Darvill also manages Mr Geoffrey Downes, Roger Waters lead guitarist Dave Kilminster, the original members of ASIA (Geoff Downes, Steve Howe, Carl Palmer and John Wetton), Focus, Uriah Heep, Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash and Closer to Earth, guitarist Kilminster's acoustic collaboration with vibrant vocalist Murray Hockridge. These are the highlights of a progressive rock stable which includes the premiere acts of rock and roll. With Mr Stewart Young, Mr Darvill manages Emerson Lake and Palmer (ELP). Photos: https://www.prlog.org/ https://www.prlog.org/ End
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