Disconnect - "Obscuros"
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Topic: Disconnect - "Obscuros"
Posted By: Disconnect
Subject: Disconnect - "Obscuros"
Date Posted: December 28 2010 at 06:59
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Disconnect is an American prog duo consisting of: Erich O'Dell (me): guitars, bass, keyboards, voices Brian Eschrich: drums, percussion We've played music together for nearly 20 years and Disconnect is the latest incarnation of our collaborative efforts. We officially formed in December 2009 and, since that time, have written & recorded two full-length albums as well as an EP. Our first album ("Radio Hostile") is a concept album and was released in May, 2010. In August we released an EP entitled "Fragments", which consisted of songs we recorded during the sessions for "Radio Hostile" that we opted to drop from the final mix. We cut these songs as we felt they did not totally fit the concept of "Radio Hostile". The songs on "Fragments" are also decidedly more mainstream and straightforward than our other material. We released our follow-up album "Obscuros" in November 2010, which is being reviewed in Progression Magazine's upcoming issue (issue #61). "Obscuros" is also in playing rotation on Aural Moon and ProgRockRadio. We've recently been added as a Crossover Prog artist here at PA and would love to get feedback on all of our recordings from the forum. The songs from "Radio Hostile" and "Obscuros" are streamed here at PA on our artist page: http://www.progarchives.com/artist.asp?id=6100 As the material from "Fragments" has not been uploaded to PA for streaming audio, you may download "Fragments" in its entirety here at Mediafire: http://www.mediafire.com/?1s6lrcdey7dlrnk And you can also check us out on the web at the following: http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/Disconnect http://www.myspace.com/disconnecttheband http://www.facebook.com/pages/Disconnect/117082261676621?v=wall&ref=sgm Many thanks! |
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Posted By: toroddfuglesteg
Date Posted: December 28 2010 at 07:39
| I will send you an interview sheet either later today or tomorrow. |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: December 28 2010 at 08:11
| great, thanks! |
Posted By: AtomicCrimsonRush
Date Posted: December 28 2010 at 17:10
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Reviewed the album - really great music ------------- 
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Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: December 28 2010 at 19:18
| Thanks for taking the time, we really appreciate it. |
Posted By: Conor Fynes
Date Posted: January 03 2011 at 13:02
| I'll give the music a listen sometime this week man! |
Posted By: AtomicCrimsonRush
Date Posted: January 04 2011 at 10:10
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^^^do that - it is worth it -------------
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Posted By: onedropper
Date Posted: January 04 2011 at 13:57
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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... |
Posted By: Rivertree
Date Posted: January 04 2011 at 14:29
 much appreciated, welcome Brian ...------------- https://awesomeprog.com/users/Rivertree" rel="nofollow">  |
onedropper wrote:Posted By: Conor Fynes
Date Posted: January 05 2011 at 21:39
| Are there download links for the albums besides Fragments, out of wonder? |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: January 06 2011 at 06:07
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.  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. Thanks! |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: January 08 2011 at 07:23
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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/" rel="nofollow - 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 |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: January 11 2011 at 18:58
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Disconnect's PA interview has been posted: forum_posts.asp?TID=74952" rel="nofollow - http://www.progarchives.com/ and as another reminder, Aural Moon is rebroadcasting their Disconnect feature at 1pm Eastern on Wednesday, January 12th. |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: January 12 2011 at 12:54
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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...  thanks for listening... |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: January 17 2011 at 17:57
Hoping to see some more reviews. 
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Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: January 24 2011 at 19:14
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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/" rel="nofollow - http://auralmoon.com/ Tune in and check it out! |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: February 01 2011 at 14:47
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.....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/" rel="nofollow - 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) |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: February 07 2011 at 15:35
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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/" rel="nofollow - http://auralmoon.com/ |
Posted By: AtomicCrimsonRush
Date Posted: February 22 2011 at 18:47
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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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Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: February 25 2011 at 10:06
Hoping to see some more reviews...
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Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: March 07 2011 at 19:44
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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/ |
Posted By: AtomicCrimsonRush
Date Posted: March 08 2011 at 16:53
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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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Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: March 11 2011 at 08:30
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you're welcome...looking forward to your review.
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Posted By: onedropper
Date Posted: March 27 2011 at 17:42
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It took a little extra time, but it looks like the next issue of http://www.progressionmagazine.com" rel="nofollow - 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.  Still hoping to see more reviews of Radio Hostile and Obscuros here as well! |
Posted By: Disconnect
Date Posted: April 11 2011 at 14:12
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Disconnect's "Obscuros" reviewed by Progression Magazine (Issue #61, April 2011): ----------------------------------- 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 ------------------------- |
Posted By: TheProgtologist
Date Posted: April 11 2011 at 14:25
Good stuff! 
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. -------------  |
Posted By: TheProgtologist
Date Posted: April 11 2011 at 14:27
Also,nice to see a fellow Kevin Gilbert fan! ------------- |