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    Posted: April 11 2011 at 14:27
Also,nice to see a fellow Kevin Gilbert fan!Thumbs Up


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 11 2011 at 14:25
Good stuff! Clap
 
It is so nice to see some Maryland musicians represent on here,the music scene in this state is incredible and so many good bands are popping up.


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 11 2011 at 14:12
Disconnect's "Obscuros" reviewed by Progression Magazine (Issue #61, April 2011):

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DISCONNECT
Obscuros

2010 (CD, 65:18)
Independent Release
PROGRESSIVE ROCK
Rating:  12 (out of 16)

    Disconnect comprises far-flung collaborators Brian Eschrich (New Jersey, USA) on drums/percussion/synths and Erich O'Dell (Maryland, USA) on guitars/bass/keyboards and voice.  Obscuros, the duo's third album, carries a potpourri of proggy reference points -- Rush and melodic neoprogressive songcraft being the dominant elements, along with dashes of heavy post-progressive.
   
    The arrangements are meaty and varied; seven of these eight tracks are in the six- to eight-minute range, with mid-disc epic "What Else Is Left To Say?" clocking in just past 14 minutes.  Lyrically, Disconnect invites contemplation of what appear to be multiple themes of "disconnect," both individually/internally, and in relationship.  The track "K.G." represents a nod to the late Kevin Gilbert - "...Another in that line of those who left too soon."

    As duo efforts go this album features a full sound with O'Dell's expressive guitar/keyboard leads and voice setting the tone and Eschrich's drums/percussion/synth filss blending in organically and seamlessly.  For two guys working hundreds of miles apart, that's an impressive bit of intuitive artistry.

--JOHN COLLINGE, Progression Magazine

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: March 27 2011 at 17:42
It took a little extra time, but it looks like the next issue of Progression Magazine will be out shortly, including a review of Obscuros.

In other Disconnect news, we're about halfway through yet another album, which has taken the form of an album-length piece. We're only taking our time since our respective schedules don't allow us to work any faster.   Cry

Still hoping to see more reviews of Radio Hostile and Obscuros here as well!


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: March 11 2011 at 08:30
you're welcome...looking forward to your review.    Smile
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: March 08 2011 at 16:53
OK I will check this album out soon. Thx for the free streaming of music, its so easy to get hold of so reviews should come.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: March 07 2011 at 19:44
Disconnect's "Obscuros" album is once again being featured on Aural Moon's "New Moon On Monday" show on March 7th, 2011 from 9pm to 11pm Eastern time.

The show is re-broadcast at the following dates/times:

Wednesday, March 9th  1pm to 3pm Eastern
Friday, March 11th 5am to 7am Eastern

Tune in at   http://auralmoon.com/
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 25 2011 at 10:06
Hoping to see some more reviews...Smile
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 22 2011 at 18:47
I will get round to reviewing the other album online soon.
i need to keep a diary i think... i forgot this one
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 07 2011 at 15:35
Just a reminder to check out Aural Moon tonight at 9pm Eastern time for the "New Moon On Monday" show, as Disconnect's 2010 release "Radio Hostile" will be featured, along with other new releases from notable prog artists such as Big Big Train.

http://auralmoon.com/
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: February 01 2011 at 14:47
.....and for the third time in less than a month, Disconnect is being featured at Aural Moon (progressive rock radio) on the "New Moon On Monday" program.

This edition of the show will feature a 4-song spot taken from our debut album "Radio Hostile".

http://auralmoon.com/

Here's the schedule (all times EASTERN):

Monday, February 7th -- 9pm to 11pm
Wednesday, February 9th -- 1pm to 3pm  (rebroadcast)
Friday, February 11th -- 5am to 7am (rebroadcast)
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 24 2011 at 19:14
Disconnect is being featured once again on Aural Moon January 24th from 9pm to 11pm Eastern.  This is the second time this month the music of Disconnect has been featured on Aural Moon.  Tonight's program will feature different tracks than what were featured on the January 10th show.

http://auralmoon.com/

Tune in and check it out!

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 17 2011 at 17:57
Hoping to see some more reviews.  Wink
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 12 2011 at 12:54
Just as a side note, it is STRONGLY recommended that when you listen to our albums you should start with either "Obscuros" or "Radio Hostile", as these are true prog albums.  

"Fragments", on the other hand, is an EP made up of songs that were cut from the "Radio Hostile" album.  The songs on "Fragments" are more or less straightforward 'rock' songs with few prog moments (hence the reason these songs were cut from "Radio Hostile"!).

of course, feel free to listen to "Fragments" AFTER you've checked out our other stuff...  Big smile

thanks for listening...
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 11 2011 at 18:58
Disconnect's PA interview has been posted:

http://www.progarchives.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=74952

and as another reminder, Aural Moon is rebroadcasting their Disconnect feature at 1pm Eastern on Wednesday, January 12th.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 08 2011 at 07:23
On Monday, January 10th at 9pm Eastern, the new Disconnect album "Obscuros" will be one of the featured albums played/reviewed on the 'New Moon On Monday' show on Aural Moon.   (for those who aren't familiar, Aural Moon is one of the best-known prog rock internet radio sites out there).

http://auralmoon.com/

I believe Disconnect's "Obscuros" will be first up in the show.  I'll be doing a live chat with the host for the duration of our time slot.  Hopefully some of our PA comrades can join the fun.

The show will be re-broadcast again at the following dates/times:

Wednesday, January 12th @ 1:00pm Eastern
Friday, January 14th @ 5:00am Eastern


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 06 2011 at 06:07
Originally posted by Conor Fynes Conor Fynes wrote:

Are there download links for the albums besides Fragments, out of wonder?


Well both 'Obscuros' and 'Radio Hostile' are available as streaming audio here at PA on our artist page, also at our MySpace page (http://www.myspace.com/disconnecttheband).

....And of course they are available for downloadable purchase at iTunes, Amazon.com, etc.  LOL 

However if you're not able to stream the live audio feeds for some reason, we can provide you a download link for the albums.  Just let us know.

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 05 2011 at 21:39
Are there download links for the albums besides Fragments, out of wonder?
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 04 2011 at 14:29
Originally posted by onedropper onedropper wrote:

hey folks, brian (the other half of disconnect) here. considering the fact that most of the music i listen to is either listed here or i found here, i'm wondering why it took me so long to create a profile. thank you to everyone who has taken the time to listen to our music and offer their thoughts and constructive criticism - it is most appreciated!

speaking of which, methinks i'll start doing some reviews as well...


Cool   much appreciated, welcome Brian ...


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: January 04 2011 at 13:57
hey folks, brian (the other half of disconnect) here. considering the fact that most of the music i listen to is either listed here or i found here, i'm wondering why it took me so long to create a profile. thank you to everyone who has taken the time to listen to our music and offer their thoughts and constructive criticism - it is most appreciated!

speaking of which, methinks i'll start doing some reviews as well...
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