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Leon Alvarado: 2014 - Music From An Expanded Universe

Read "2014 - Music From An Expanded Universe" reviewed by Glenn Astarita

by Glenn Astarita
November 20, 2014

Texas native, keyboardist Leon Alvarado is a true student of the progressive rock genre, citing the customary troupe of icons such as ELP, Yes, and Jethro Tull as influences, paired with his previous Independent and well-received album, Plays Genesis and Other Original Stuff (2009). On this EP, Alvarado employs bassist, Warr guitarist Trey Gunn who rose to promise as a member of latter day King Crimson. During his plan of action with Gunn, Alvarado sought to impart a ...