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    Posted: June 23 2014 at 21:33
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Originally posted by progbethyname progbethyname wrote:

Originally posted by richardh richardh wrote:

The box set is very expensive at 60 euros ( about £40 + P&P) direct from the record company or £47 on play.com. Much cheaper to buy the CD's and DVD seperately although presumably there wouldn't be some of the bonus material?



Tons of bonus material my friend. 17 bonus tracks and three documentaries with character profiles (Stig videos) for each.
Its a real beauty, but yes it's price tag is weighty. Kind of like these Pink Floyd anniversary and immersion edition albums.

Sadly I am having to consider putting the brakes on my music spending. So many great recommendations from PA members like yourself that my bank account just can't cope. 


Oh my god I know. Richard it's a big expense. Last year I spent thousands on music related purchases, but 2013 was just such an exceptional year in music for me, especially for Prog.
I got quite a few on my list this year, but rent and food are taking over.   
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Originally posted by Sagichim Sagichim wrote:

Originally posted by progbethyname progbethyname wrote:

Originally posted by Sagichim Sagichim wrote:

I saw a lot of good reviews for the studio album and the DVD, though I'm not entirely sure if I should get that one since most of Neo Prog albums are not my cup of tea. The thing is that I love Pendragon


My friend. I think starting with with studio version is a very nice start and far less intimidating.
If you and up loving the Studio version you'll have no choice but to upgrade to the live boxsets.


If love Pendragon you'll get Scott Hignam on drums and that is the only similarity or connection you find to Pendragon unfortunately for ya.

And Clive Nolan


Well that's a given.
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`The Rapture', that's the live DVD we got, right Nick?

If so, yes, a very good concert, with the material from `Seventh Degree...' getting a bit of a boost from the live setting. Manzi has a great presence on that one, far more than the album suggested.


Yes. Absolutely that is the one.

Mr. Milosh was really on his game with glaring, eye-popping vocals. Very unique voice and I have a lot of admiration for his vocal power. I was a big fan of Rob Sowden and having him leave made me very worried about Arena's future...not any more.
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Originally posted by Sagichim Sagichim wrote:

Originally posted by progbethyname progbethyname wrote:

Originally posted by Sagichim Sagichim wrote:

I saw a lot of good reviews for the studio album and the DVD, though I'm not entirely sure if I should get that one since most of Neo Prog albums are not my cup of tea. The thing is that I love Pendragon


My friend. I think starting with with studio version is a very nice start and far less intimidating.
If you and up loving the Studio version you'll have no choice but to upgrade to the live boxsets.


If love Pendragon you'll get Scott Hignam on drums and that is the only similarity or connection you find to Pendragon unfortunately for ya.

And Clive Nolan

Yeah, I think I read some guy called Nolan plays tambourine on one track or something??
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Originally posted by progbethyname progbethyname wrote:

Originally posted by Sagichim Sagichim wrote:

I saw a lot of good reviews for the studio album and the DVD, though I'm not entirely sure if I should get that one since most of Neo Prog albums are not my cup of tea. The thing is that I love Pendragon


My friend. I think starting with with studio version is a very nice start and far less intimidating.
If you and up loving the Studio version you'll have no choice but to upgrade to the live boxsets.


If love Pendragon you'll get Scott Hignam on drums and that is the only similarity or connection you find to Pendragon unfortunately for ya.

And Clive Nolan
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Originally posted by progbethyname progbethyname wrote:

Originally posted by richardh richardh wrote:

The box set is very expensive at 60 euros ( about £40 + P&P) direct from the record company or £47 on play.com. Much cheaper to buy the CD's and DVD seperately although presumably there wouldn't be some of the bonus material?



Tons of bonus material my friend. 17 bonus tracks and three documentaries with character profiles (Stig videos) for each.
Its a real beauty, but yes it's price tag is weighty. Kind of like these Pink Floyd anniversary and immersion edition albums.

Sadly I am having to consider putting the brakes on my music spending. So many great recommendations from PA members like yourself that my bank account just can't cope. 
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`The Rapture', that's the live DVD we got, right Nick?

If so, yes, a very good concert, with the material from `Seventh Degree...' getting a bit of a boost from the live setting. Manzi has a great presence on that one, far more than the album suggested.
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I almost forgot. The album is sensationally mixed in a lavish 5.1 audio surround.

I can't tell you how many times I've brought down the house cranking the living daylights out of this album. Alchemy was my number 3 album of the ridiculously amazing 2013 Prog releases.

I'm think now that if people really adore Clive Nolan's work, definitely get THE RAPTURE by Arena.
It's another great live album and a beautiful companion to follow after Alchemy.
I think most Arena fans hear will be surprised just how Paul Manzi can sing.
He is also a character (Milosh) in Alchemy as well. :)

Enjoy guys.
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Originally posted by richardh richardh wrote:

The box set is very expensive at 60 euros ( about £40 + P&P) direct from the record company or £47 on play.com. Much cheaper to buy the CD's and DVD seperately although presumably there wouldn't be some of the bonus material?



Tons of bonus material my friend. 17 bonus tracks and three documentaries with character profiles (Stig videos) for each.
Its a real beauty, but yes it's price tag is weighty. Kind of like these Pink Floyd anniversary and immersion edition albums.
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Originally posted by Sagichim Sagichim wrote:

I saw a lot of good reviews for the studio album and the DVD, though I'm not entirely sure if I should get that one since most of Neo Prog albums are not my cup of tea. The thing is that I love Pendragon


My friend. I think starting with with studio version is a very nice start and far less intimidating.
If you and up loving the Studio version you'll have no choice but to upgrade to the live boxsets.


If love Pendragon you'll get Scott Hignam on drums and that is the only similarity or connection you find to Pendragon unfortunately for ya. This album is very very different. It's basically les miserables, phantom of the Opera with a slight kick of Neo symphonic tendencies (Aryeon) It's a rock opera and their is really not much like it.
I think Alchemy is an album you'll either love or hate. No in between.
I can really understand how this album can't be everyone's cup of tea but if you love broadway musicals and Aryeon's multi-tier vocal collaborations this album is gonna be for you.
I hope you'll get something out of it, but don't go poring your hard earned cash to this box set just yet.
Definitely go with studio first.

Catch ya later mr. RAJAZ. :)
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The box set is very expensive at 60 euros ( about £40 + P&P) direct from the record company or £47 on play.com. Much cheaper to buy the CD's and DVD seperately although presumably there wouldn't be some of the bonus material?
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Originally posted by Sagichim Sagichim wrote:

I saw a lot of good reviews for the studio album and the DVD, though I'm not entirely sure if I should get that one since most of Neo Prog albums are not my cup of tea. The thing is that I love Pendragon

Well, this one also doubles as a theatrical stage musical, Sagi, which I was quite worried about - who knew I would love it so much! Turned out it was my numbero uno disc of 2013! Very addictive, and quite simply the greatest thing Clive Nolan has ever been involved with, and I adore Pendragon (and much of Arena) as well!
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I saw a lot of good reviews for the studio album and the DVD, though I'm not entirely sure if I should get that one since most of Neo Prog albums are not my cup of tea. The thing is that I love Pendragon
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May the Alchemy be with you.

And also with you, and let us go in the peace of the Nolan!   

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Originally posted by progbethyname progbethyname wrote:

Still loving it....

Sharing the love.

Let's meet back here in 6 months and do it all over again, eh my friend?!   

Might give it a spin at work right now!


Haha yeah! I knew I could count on you.
Of course man. Done. Will revisit the studio album as well as the entire live boxset.,..some 17 bonus tracks on the 3rd cd. ;)
Your a wicked, cool dude Michael. May the Alchemy be with you.

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Originally posted by progbethyname progbethyname wrote:

Still loving it....

Sharing the love.

Let's meet back here in 6 months and do it all over again, eh my friend?!   

Might give it a spin at work right now!
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Still loving it....
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I said the Alchemy Box Set shall be mine and it has become just that.
Gave it a 5 in my review for it. Andy Sears was certainly a highlight for me watching Alchemy Live.
He killed it as the ruthless Lord Henry Jagman and I've bit heard too many rock opera performances than Sears's vocal delivery in the track THE END JUSTIFIES THE MEANS. Wow.
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Clive Nolan (Pendragon, Arena, Strangers on A Train) returns in September with a DVD featuring a live version of his most ambitious solo project to date – the rock musical “Alchemy”. Today you can see another preview of the DVD. “Street Fight” is available on Metal Mind Productions’ YouTube channel in THIS location.
 
Brought to life by a host of artists well known on the prog-rock scene, “Alchemy” is a Victorian adventure set in 1842, with a sense of the dark and mysterious. The musical sees the return of many actors known from the Caamora Theatre Company’s previous productions of “She” – Clive Nolan, Agnieszka Świta, David Clifford, Victoria Bolley, Chris Lewis and Soheila Clifford – aided by such remarkable singers as Tracy Hitchings (Strangers on a Train, Landmarq), Andy Sears (Twelfth Night), Paul Manzi (Arena, Oliver Wakeman Band), and Damian Wilson (Threshold, Headspace). With an excellent line-up of musicians, including Mark Westwood (guitars), Scott Higham (drums), Claudio Momberg (piano), Kylan Amos (bass), and of course Clive Nolan himself, the show provides an outstanding musical experience for all fans of well-written and perfectly performed ambitious prog music.
 
Live version of “Alchemy” will be available as a DVD and also in a special edition 2DVD+3CD box which includes live DVD, two CDs with an audio version of the show, a bonus DVD with a number of features providing deeper insight into what the project is all about, as also a bonus CD featuring exclusive demos, alternative versions of the songs and more!
 
The DVD recorded in February in Wyspiański Theater (Katowice, Poland), is enriched by a number of additional features, such as interviews with Clive Nolan, Agnieszka Świta, David Clifford, Scott Higham, and Mark Westwood, as also “The Making of Alchemy” material.
 
The release date of the DVD and 2DVD+3CD Box is scheduled for September, 23rd in Poland, September, 30th in Europe and October, 1st in USA (via MVD).
 
Clive Nolan - Alchemy DVD

Label: Metal Mind Records
Cat. No.: MMP DVD 0207
Barcode: 5907785037960
Format: DVD
Genre: Rock musical
Release date: 30.09.2013 Europe / 01.10.2013 USA
 
Tracklist:
 
Act I:
1. Prologue
2. Deception
3. One for the Noose
4. The Warning
5. Amelia
6. King Explains
7. Desperate Days
8. Planning a Break In
9. Quaternary Plan
10. The Unwelcome Guest
11. Waiting for News
12. The Girl I Was
13. Highgate
Act II:
14. The Labyrinth
15. Ambush
16. Tide of Wealth
17. Jagman Arrives
18. The End Justifies the Means
19. Sanctuary
20. Street Fight
21. Amelia Dies
22. Burial at Sea
23. Share this Dream
24. Treachery
25. The Ritual
26. Anzeray Speaks
27. Aftermath
 
Bonus video:
The Making of Alchemy
Interview with Clive Nolan
Interview with Agnieszka Świta and David Clifford
Interview with Scott Higham and Mark Westwood
Extras:
Photo gallery
Desktop images
 
Clive Nolan - Alchemy BOX

Label: Metal Mind Records
Cat. No.: MMP 5 CDBOX 008
Barcode: 5907785037977
Format: 2DVD+3CD (BOX)
Genre: Rock musical
Release date: 30.09.2013 Europe / 01.10.2013 USA
 
Tracklist:
 
DVD
 
Act I:
1. Prologue
2. Deception
3. One for the Noose
4. The Warning
5. Amelia
6. King Explains
7. Desperate Days
8. Planning a Break In
9. Quaternary Plan
10. The Unwelcome Guest
11. Waiting for News
12. The Girl I Was
13. Highgate
 
Act II:
14. The Labyrinth
15. Ambush
16. Tide of Wealth
17. Jagman Arrives
18. The End Justifies the Means
19. Sanctuary
20. Street Fight
21. Amelia Dies
22. Burial at Sea
23. Share this Dream
24. Treachery
25. The Ritual
26. Anzeray Speaks
27. Aftermath
 
Bonus video:
The Making of Alchemy
Interview with Clive Nolan
Interview with Agnieszka Świta and David Clifford
Interview with Scott Higham and Mark Westwood
Extras:
Photo gallery
Desktop images
 
Bonus DVD
 
1. Alchemy Advert
2. Amelia Sting
3. King Sting
4. Anzeray Sting
5. Jagman Sting
6. Farrell Sting
7. Milosh Sting
8. Eva Sting
9. Jessamine Sting
10. Gardelle Sting
11. Greaves Sting
12. Muncey Sting
13. An Interview with Clive Nolan
14. The Fundraisers - A Tribute
15. Zoetermeer Fundraiser - Covenant of Faith
16. Zoetermeer Fundraiser - Closer
17. Zoetermeer Fundraiser - Desperate Days
18. Zoetermeer Fundraiser - The Warning
19. Guitars for Alchemy with Mark Westwood
20. Magda's HandyCam Diary
21. Clive Nolan Discusses the Alchemy Themes
 
CD 1 – Alchemy Live Act I
 
1. Prologue
2. Deception
3. One for the Noose
4. The Warning
5. Amelia
6. King Explains
7. Desperate Days
8. Planning a Break In
9. Quaternary Plan
10. The Unwelcome Guest
11. Waiting for News
12. The Girl I Was
13. Highgate
 
CD 2 – Alchemy Live Act II
 
1. The Labyrinth
2. Ambush
3. Tide of Wealth
4. Jagman Arrives
5. The End Justifies the Means
6. Sanctuary
7. Street Fight
8. Amelia Dies
9. Burial at Sea
10. Share this Dream
11. Treachery
12. The Ritual
13. Anzeray Speaks
14. Aftermath
 
Bonus CD
1. Overture - Song of the Dark
2. The Holy Bond
3. Amelia (First Draft)
4. The Unwelcome Guest (Early Version)
5. Desperate Days (Soheila Mix)
6. Ambush (Original Demo)
7. Tide of Wealth (with Bass Milosh)
8. Invisible (Victoria Mix)
9. The Romans are Coming
10. Burial at Sea (Original Demo)
11. Sanctuary (Clive and Noel Mix)
12. The Nightmare
13. Street Fight (Original Demo)
14. Snow Chase
15. The Graveyard
16. Final Chords (First Version)
 
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www.metalmind.com.pl
www.facebook.com/metalmindproductions
ul. Czajek 31, 40-534 Katowice POLAND
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Points: 7852 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 03 2013 at 14:33
^ omg...it shall be mine...oh yes....it shall be mine. ;)

I cannot be more happy with what this edition entails and I'm glad for those who bought the album like myself don't have to re purchase it due to the CDs being live versions. ;)

Good grief this edition is perfect! I know I'll love it. Thanks for the update
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