reverie by ESP Project
reverie - A Prog Symphony in Seven Movements, is the 8th ESP Project album since 2016. Written and performed by multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer Tony Lowe and just under 60 minutes; the music captures mysterious atmospheres where orchestral waves sweep across changing moods and tempos accompanied by Tony’s scintillating and melodic guitar lines, taking the listener into sublime landscapes and scenarios. From stirring symphonic themes, to prog rock and fusion, reverie invokes an overall feeling of hope for the future.
Prog-Watch and The Progressive Aspect included ‘reverie’ in ‘Some of the Best of 2023’ - more at http://esp-project.com/ and Epic Prog Radio included 'reverie' in their first Album of the Year 2023 - where we landed in the top 20 out of 98. https://epicprogradio.com/ - Thanks to all who voted!
Thank you to Professor Rob Fisher for this astute and insightful audio review of 'reverie' on Progressive Discoveries. https://progzilla.com/prog-watch-1028-variety-the-esp-project-on-progressive-discoveries/
“… a tremendous listen” - Garry Foster - Prog Rock Files - WCR FM - www.wcrfm.com/shows/garryfoster/
"Getting my first listen to "reverie", the forthcoming album from ESP due for release from Sunn Creative on 19th May. Beautifully nuanced and alive with exquisite textures, Tony Lowe creates a striking and absorbing set of symphonic landscapes across seven tracks or movements. It's a riveting journey which never fails to engross and absorb with abundant richness and engaging atmospheres. The stunning artwork yet is also courtesy of Tony and completes a package which brings a definite sense of peace and hope. Magnificent." - Rob Fisher - The Progressive Aspect
"REVERIE is the latest album from ESP Project. I couldn’t wait for the CD to arrive so I listened to the download, and was not disappointed. Tony Lowe is the sole musician here though the wide palette he’s employed gives the impression of a full, tightly-knit ensemble. It’s really uplifting stuff and somehow it feels like a step forward, as though Lowe has embraced the possibilities of a huge, blank canvas. As always, his playing is exquisite and his production is superb. Unfortunately I’m unable to appreciate the care that goes into the physical package until the CD lands on my doormat." Gareth's Prog Blog
"...the exquisitely produced widescreen sound is complimented by yet another gorgeous CD package ... Glorious new music from the genius of Tony Lowe. A seven-song mini symphony that delights the senses and moves the soul. Exquisite sounds that expand and explore every movement and note creating a cornucopia of wonderful sensations and feeling! The music flows with energy, vitality, and distinction, creating a colorful, cosmic atmosphere, full of anticipation and wonder. There is an emotional release almost like a prayer being offered in the hopes of a better future. A positive uplifting album, this is original music of healing, love, and comfort for a wounded and hurting world. Sensual and strong, touching and forging, ‘reverie' is a masterpiece of progressive music." - Rick Peuser
Outstanding album!! Airplay this week on The Prog Bus - Progzilla Radio
"Another very impressive album from ESP Project" - Shaun Geraghty
"For the eighth album of ESP Project(*), Tony Lowe leaves the field of melodic prog for a large-scale orchestral work, of impressionist essence (as opposed to descriptive music), where the writing is not linear but made of a succession of shimmering and sophisticated sound impressions. If the voice is very little present here, it is often to better to let the guitar sing in very beautiful melodic lines. Here is once again a captivating album filled with refined feel good music!" - Prog Critique
The ESP Project has a history of top reviewed releases, contributing lyricists, vocalists & musicians; the last seven releases receiving a combination of over 60 4-4.5 star reviews from the Music Press and numerous top 10 album of the year awards. All albums are produced by Tony Lowe and released on the Sunn Creative label.
Past albums include: Invisible Din (FEATURING: Tony Lowe, Mark Brzezicki, David Cross, David Jackson, Alison Fleming, Steve Gee, Phil Spalding, John Young, John Beagley, Pat Orchard and Yumi Hara); 22 Layers of Sunlight (FEATURING: Tony Lowe, Peter Coyle, Mark Brzezicki, Pete Clark, Richard Smith); three, The Rising, phenomena (FEATURING: Tony Lowe, Damien Child, Pete Clark, Greg Pringle); anarchic curves (FEATURING: Tony Lowe, Peter Coyle, Pete Clark, Dave Etheridge, Cheryl Stringall); innerlife (FEATURING: Tony Lowe, Alison Fleming).
Tracklist
Credits
Tony Lowe - All instruments, lyrics, vocals, photos, art. Produced by Tony Lowe, Mastered by Gareth Redfarn, CD Design/Graphics by Cheryl Stringall
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Latest: 'Silver Waves~Astral Dreams' 30/08/24, 'reverie' 2023, 'innerlife' 2022,
‘anarchic curves’ 2022. Tony Lowe’s ESP Project began in 2015 with ‘Invisible Din’ feat. prog guests.
Followed by ’22 Layers of Sunlight’ - 2018 with Tony Lowe, Peter Coyle & Mark Brzezicki; ’phenomena’, ‘The Rising’ & ‘three'.
Over 80, 4-4.5**** music press reviews, top 10 Prog Rock and top 10 albums of the year.