THE BREAKING OF THE WORLD

Glass Hammer were formed in 1992 when multi-instrumentalists Steve Babb and Fred Schendel wrote and recorded 'Journey of the Dunadan', an unexpectedly successful concept album based on the story of Aragon from The Lord of the Rings, this success convinced them that the band was a project worth continuing.

Both musicians have remained at the core of Glass Hammer over the years and are joined on the band's 17th studio album 'The Breaking of the World' by guitarist Kamran Shikoh, drummer Aaron Raulston and vocalists Carl Groves and Susie Bogdanowicz.

Steve Babb was recently quoted as saying, "We've just wrapped up what has to be the best sounding Glass Hammer album in years."

Audiophile mastering on the album was done by the legendary Bob Katz of Digital Domain and he said, "The Breaking Of The World is Glass Hammer's most progressive album to date." Unfairly compared to Yes for the majority of their career, US progressive stalwarts Glass Hammer turn up with their best and most convincing album yet. As progressive as they come, the band have matured to a level where they should be considered as one of the best and most influential exponents of the genre out there.

Dynamic bass playing, superb keys and a signature guitar all blend with the stylish vocals to deliver a highlight of the year.

Without a doubt their best latter day release, there are nods to virtually all the greats of the genre running throughout 'The Breaking of the World' but they are only an affection for what has gone before, Glass Hammer have carved their own recognisable niche in this crowded genre and stride forward confidently with a sound that is now their own.