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Lifesigns: Lifesigns

by Glenn Astarita
July 22, 2013

UK-based trio Lifesigns combines expressive soloing, stately overtones and heart-pumping opuses via impressive progressive-pop sensibilities and multi-tiered compositions, hardened by classic prog virtuosity. The band acquires compassionate support from icons, guitarist Steve Hackett (Genesis) and flautist Thijs Van Leer (Focus). Guitarists Jakko Jakszyk and Robin Boult (Fish) contribute, yet the listings do not identify the guest musicians on a per-track basis, other than what may appear to be obvious. “Carousel" showcases the artists' holistic capabilities, featuring John Young's ...