Leon Alvarado - The Changing Tide

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Prog Artist Leon Alvarado’s Acclaimed Album “The Changing Tide” Set for Vinyl Release on August 12th
Houston, TX – Leon Alvarado’s critically acclaimed album, The Changing Tide, will receive a highly anticipated vinyl release on August 12th. This celebrated album, inspired by the legendary sounds of Pink Floyd, features collaborations with notable artists including John Helliwell (Supertramp), Tony Franklin (The Firm), Edoardo Scordo, and Damian Darlington (both of Brit Floyd fame).
Originally released on CD and digital platforms, the vinyl edition of The Changing Tide introduces a new dimension to the album, offering fans a unique listening experience. The vinyl can be purchased individually or as part of an exclusive “Immersion Set.” The set includes the album on CD, the Brain Damage/Dance Of The Pink Elephants CD single, unlimited streaming through Bandcamp, and a high-quality digital download in mp3 or FLAC formats.
Fans can purchase the vinyl and the Immersion set at: https://leonalvarado.bandcamp.com/album/the-changing-tide
Critical acclaim for The Changing Tide has been widespread:
Dmitry Epstein of Let It Rock describes it as “a fantastic opus in all aspects.”
Prog Critique praises the album for its “familiar and well-marked universe with compositions that are worth the detour.”
Tszirmay of Prog Archives highlights Alvarado’s successful blend of deep-rooted musical influences and personal originality, making it a “most worthy acquisition.”
Martin Burns of DPRP.net commends the album’s “superb production,” noting that the opening and title tracks are exceptional with meticulous arrangement and attention to detail.
Horst Straske of Babyblaue-Seiten admires the album’s cinematic and ambient sound, particularly appreciating how "Alvarado enriches his soundscapes with progressive rock elements like the ten-minute opener, The Equilibrium of Time."
Antonie Deelen of iO Pages magazine specifically praises the “particularly good” guitar work in A View From A Different Room and the “beautiful saxophone playing” by John Helliwell.
For further information and to secure your copy of The Changing Tide on vinyl, please visit: https://leonalvarado.bandcamp.com/album/the-changing-tide
Album details:
SIDE A:
1. THE EQUILIBRIUM OF TIME
2. BRAIN DAMAGE
3. THE CHANGING TIDE
SIDE B:
4. A DAY OF A DIFFERENT SORT
5. A VIEW FROM A DIFFERENT ROOM
6. DANCE OF THE PINK ELEPHANT
Credits:
Leon Alvarado: Drums, Keyboards & Effects on all, Bass on 5, Vocals on 6
Edoardo Scordo: Guitars on 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Tony Franklin: Bass on 1, 2, 3, 4
John Helliwell: Saxophone on 3
Pablo Hopenhayn: Violin, Viola and Cello on 1
Gary Gnaedinger: Bass, Guitar & Keyboards on 6
James Griggers: Guitar & Slide Guitar on 6
Jeff Sanson: Backing Vocals on 6
Linda Alvarado: Backing Vocals on 6
Liz Hall: Backing Vocals on 6
Brain Damage lyrics by Roger Waters
Produced and Mixed by: Leon Alvarado
Mastered by: Maor Appelbaum
Cover art by: Synergy Design
Press inquiries: Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), [email protected]

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	Prog Artist Leon Alvarado’s Acclaimed Album “The Changing Tide” Set for Vinyl Release on August 12th Houston, TX – Leon Alvarado’s critically acclaimed album, The Changing Tide, will receive a highly anticipated vinyl release on August 12th. This celebrated album, inspired by the legendary sounds of Pink Floyd, features collaborations with notable artists including John Helliwell (Supertramp), Tony Franklin (The Firm), Edoardo Scordo, and Damian Darlington (both of Brit Floyd fame). Originally released on CD and digital platforms, the vinyl edition of The Changing Tide introduces a new dimension to the album, offering fans a unique listening experience. The vinyl can be purchased individually or as part of an exclusive “Immersion Set.” The set includes the album on CD, the Brain Damage/Dance Of The Pink Elephants CD single, unlimited streaming through Bandcamp, and a high-quality digital download in mp3 or FLAC formats. Fans can purchase the vinyl and the Immersion set at: https://leonalvarado.bandcamp.com/album/the-changing-tide *Critical acclaim for The Changing Tide* has been widespread:** Dmitry Epstein of Let It Rock describes it as “a fantastic opus in all aspects.” Prog Critique praises the album for its “familiar and well-marked universe with compositions that are worth the detour.” Tszirmay of Prog Archives highlights Alvarado’s successful blend of deep-rooted musical influences and personal originality, making it a “most worthy acquisition.” Martin Burns of DPRP.net commends the album’s “superb production,” noting that the opening and title tracks are exceptional with meticulous arrangement and attention to detail. Horst Straske of Babyblaue-Seiten admires the album’s cinematic and ambient sound, particularly appreciating how "Alvarado enriches his soundscapes with progressive rock elements like the ten-minute opener, The Equilibrium of Time." Antonie Deelen of iO Pages magazine specifically praises the “particularly good” guitar work in A View From A Different Room and the “beautiful saxophone playing” by John Helliwell. For further information and to secure your copy of The Changing Tide on vinyl, please visit: https://leonalvarado.bandcamp.com/album/the-changing-tide Album details: SIDE A: 1. THE EQUILIBRIUM OF TIME 2. BRAIN DAMAGE 3. THE CHANGING TIDE SIDE B: 4. A DAY OF A DIFFERENT SORT 5. A VIEW FROM A DIFFERENT ROOM 6. DANCE OF THE PINK ELEPHANT Credits: Leon Alvarado: Drums, Keyboards & Effects on all, Bass on 5, Vocals on 6 Edoardo Scordo: Guitars on 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Tony Franklin: Bass on 1, 2, 3, 4 John Helliwell: Saxophone on 3 Pablo Hopenhayn: Violin, Viola and Cello on 1 Gary Gnaedinger: Bass, Guitar & Keyboards on 6 James Griggers: Guitar & Slide Guitar on 6 Jeff Sanson: Backing Vocals on 6 Linda Alvarado: Backing Vocals on 6 Liz Hall: Backing Vocals on 6 Brain Damage lyrics by Roger Waters Produced and Mixed by: Leon Alvarado Mastered by: Maor Appelbaum Cover art by: Synergy Design Press inquiries: Glass Onyon PR, PH: 828-350-8158 (USA), [email protected]