Tag Archives: John Hawken

ILLUSION – Everywhere You Go

March 31, 2023

Edsel 2023 No use in thinking what is done or what will be: a definitive roundup of the shimmering oeuvre by a British band who turned miracles into mirage. The story of various musical flocks that flew from THE YARDBIRDS’ … Continue reading →

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All ILLUSION Records Make A Box Set

December 10, 2022

Too often overlooked in favor of more shallow collectives, ILLUSION will forever stay in the memory of those who happened to hear songs like “Isadora” or “Madonna Blue” at least once, and it’s a pity that too many a listener … Continue reading →

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Early RENAISSANCE Live Material To Be Out As A Box Set

September 1, 2022

Although it was what’s considered to be the classic line-up of RENAISSANCE that found fame, if not fortune, with albums like in the ’70s, the original band, formed in 1969 by ex-YARDBIRDS Keith Relf and , always fascinated the listeners. … Continue reading →

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JIM McCARTY – Walking In The Wild Land

April 12, 2018

Angel Air 2018 Quiet reflection on the nature of existence and mortality from a free bird. “My mind is clear and so’s my motivation”: this simple line from the serene title song of ‘s third solo album might be his … Continue reading →

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RENAISSANCE ILLUSION – Through The Fire

June 7, 2017

Spiral 2001 / Angel Air 2017 Spiritual rekindling of old flame to warm up one’s karma and give samsara a new tune. From THE YARDBIRDS’ “Shape Of Things” on, ‘s wonder at the ways of the world and personal philosophy … Continue reading →

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