Hourglass release a new 25 minute epic

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   We are proud to announce that progressive rock/metal band Hourglass is back with new material. We’ve just released a brand new song titled “Void Within”. The song is truly epic, clocking in at 25 minutes. The song will be part of our upcoming album titled “Voids and Visions”. 
We are very excited about the sonic landscapes Void Within delves into. If you listen carefully there are musical homages paid to some of our favorite prog influences sprinkled intricately throughout the track. What really sets Void Within apart from past albums is the use of vintage synthesizers which colors the moods and vibes of each section.

The band is comprised of band founder and guitarist Brick Williams, longtime drummer John Dunston, synth player Eric Robertson, who fans will know from the band’s “Subconscious” album, new bassist Brian Hancock, and Yahosh Bonner, who joins the band on vocals.

The song was a long time in the making. Writing on it began shortly after the bands last album titled “Oblivious to the Obvious”. Brick had most of the song structure and arrangement written when Brian joined the band and contributed several new sections that were added to the song. The individual members of the band decided that it would be best if each of them had their own home studios to initiate the recording process and the obtaining of the appropriate gear and recording equipment was begun. 

The recording process included 4 new songs, all epic in length, that the forthcoming album will be comprised of. 

The band is based out of Utah, with drummer John Dunston residing in California. The song was mixed and mastered at Eric Robertson’s Pleasant Pictures studio.

Hourglass is pleased to present you new music and hope you will enjoy “Void Within”.

Links:

Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/album/void-within-ep/1645159501

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/6JGRGx5YYZtgcYHoq2kdKE?si=fe2a337a555a4e72

Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPsnr4dpYFs

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/hourglass_official_insta/

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063535148739

Brick Williams- Guitarist

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BrickGlass Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: January 12 2014 Location: Utah Status: Offline Points: 16	Post Options Post Reply Quote BrickGlass Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Topic: Hourglass release a new 25 minute epic Posted: September 29 2022 at 01:41
	We are proud to announce that progressive rock/metal band Hourglass is back with new material. We’ve just released a brand new song titled “Void Within”. The song is truly epic, clocking in at 25 minutes. The song will be part of our upcoming album titled “Voids and Visions”. We are very excited about the sonic landscapes Void Within delves into. If you listen carefully there are musical homages paid to some of our favorite prog influences sprinkled intricately throughout the track. What really sets Void Within apart from past albums is the use of vintage synthesizers which colors the moods and vibes of each section. The band is comprised of band founder and guitarist Brick Williams, longtime drummer John Dunston, synth player Eric Robertson, who fans will know from the band’s “Subconscious” album, new bassist Brian Hancock, and Yahosh Bonner, who joins the band on vocals. The song was a long time in the making. Writing on it began shortly after the bands last album titled “Oblivious to the Obvious”. Brick had most of the song structure and arrangement written when Brian joined the band and contributed several new sections that were added to the song. The individual members of the band decided that it would be best if each of them had their own home studios to initiate the recording process and the obtaining of the appropriate gear and recording equipment was begun. The recording process included 4 new songs, all epic in length, that the forthcoming album will be comprised of. The band is based out of Utah, with drummer John Dunston residing in California. The song was mixed and mastered at Eric Robertson’s Pleasant Pictures studio. Hourglass is pleased to present you new music and hope you will enjoy “Void Within”. Links: Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/void-within-ep/1645159501 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/6JGRGx5YYZtgcYHoq2kdKE?si=fe2a337a555a4e72 Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPsnr4dpYFs Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hourglass_official_insta/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063535148739 Brick Williams- Guitarist

foregonillusions Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: February 25 2018 Location: Everywhere Status: Offline Points: 233	Post Options Post Reply Quote foregonillusions Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: October 01 2022 at 23:48
	Yes, yes, yes! Hourglass became one of my favorite progressive acts when I learned of them last year. Each album is great, and I very much look forward to listening to this epic since the previous ones were all done well. By the way, is it possible that you could put your music on Bandcamp? I understand if it's bothersome to have yet another storefront to manage.

BrickGlass Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: January 12 2014 Location: Utah Status: Offline Points: 16	Post Options Post Reply Quote BrickGlass Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: October 03 2022 at 22:09
	I'll see about the bandcamp situation. Glad you dig the band. Feel free to share your thoughts on the new song.

foregonillusions Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: February 25 2018 Location: Everywhere Status: Offline Points: 233	Post Options Post Reply Quote foregonillusions Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: October 04 2022 at 00:41
	I'm thankful for your consideration of that! Having a lossless, digital, and local copy is something I value. As for the song, I've only had the chance to listen to it a few times, but it was well worth the wait. I'm rather poor at elaborating my thoughts on music; however, the song sounds like Hourglass, but the sonic landscape is quite fresh, with the synth-work stealing the show for me--so good. Plus, the bass is still an audible joy! You know a 20+ minute song is good when it feels short. The other notable aspect is obviously the vocalist: I haven't quite heard a voice like his. Not that I'm some "traveled" listener, but nonetheless, the guy's singing feels unique to the prog I've heard. His performance in the middle is something else--put a smile on my face. Needless to say, but I'm quite excited for the full album's release. Can't even imagine what it's like for you guys and the original fans when it's been more than a decade since the last opus. Will buy a CD if you plan on pressing some. Edit: Really enjoyed the acoustic guitar work too, and the drumming near the end is hair-raising. Edited by foregonillusions - October 04 2022 at 14:12

BrickGlass Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: January 12 2014 Location: Utah Status: Offline Points: 16	Post Options Post Reply Quote BrickGlass Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: October 05 2022 at 03:10
	We will definitely being doing cds and vinyl when the album drops. So glad you are digging the song. It was a long time in the making. And yes, Eric's synth work is unbelievable. There are so many synth tracks it's crazy.