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Prog Archive Review
Quote Reply Posted: Today at 08:57 Times Up are yet to release their new second album but I was privileged to have contact with one of their members here who sent on request some unmastered “rushes” from the soon to be released “Snow Queen” album in 2010. He contacted me after I wrote about the ‘Snow Queen’ track from “Prognosis 6” CD from Classic Rock Presents Prog mag. Here’s some impressions of these tracks in their early forms. ‘Secret Garden’ – it begins instantly with the strong vocals and loud walls of sound embellished by keyboards and guitars. The wah-wah guitar solo to follow is well executed. “Would you like to join me in my garden?” the question is pondered. The surreal reflective lyrics enhance the atmospherics. The genuine drawcard is the blend of keys and accomplished guitar playing. The instrumental break quietens down at 3:30 and there is a radio news montage of key moments in history featuring President Kennedy, The Beatles and other news broadcasts. I like the line, “I have a secret lover, she visits me while I am asleep”. It is a crystalline sound and very progressive. The track has a running time of 5:50. 25-5-2010 |
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"Times Up" second album is gestating well. If the engineer can overcome the problem of terminal flatulence within the studio, all seems on track. 13-11-2009 
Geoff has returned to his old approved school to look up a few old class mates, hoping to take up flute lessons from Rosie Webster! 22-9-2009 "Times Up" would like to thank Hayley & Ron for last Saturday. A superb evening was had by all. "Spot the 80's icon" was the name of the game. "Was that Robert Plant who gave a number or was it Dennis from down the pub?" 19-8-2009 |
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"Times Up" are taking their annual summer hols over the next couple of weeks. Sitting in darkened rooms or on surf boards, dependent on their personal taste. The band rejoin briefly on August the 15th as guests (bridesmaids?)at the "Wedding of the Year" (Check "Hello" magazine for more details).
See you all soon! 05-08-2009 |
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"Times Up" would like to thank the folk of Bideford, Devon for their kind support at last night's gig.
Special thanks must go to "The Palladium Club" management and staff and their superb sound man. Ray and his team from "First Step Management". "Ashbeck" who opened the night with more "balls" than any other musician of such tender years could. Jon, Joel & Andrew of "Fire Fall Down", Nice sound! but you did use some great equipment (ours!) Travel light guys, it's the only way! Last but not least Dave & Darren, our own road and sound team, thanks guys, how was the curry? 25-07-2009 |
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TIP OF THE DAY Try plumbing your P.C. into your sound system, turn up the volume and listen to "Times Up" as they should be heard! Note: Put the cat out first unless you want claw marks on your artex! 30-06-2009 |
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FREE C.D. COMPETITION WINNERS
A big thank you to all who entered the competition to win the "Storm Coming In" C.D. The answer to the question was "Up The Lane Recording" The first five correct answers came from: Joshua - Bromsgrove (U.K.) Pascal - Switzerland Paulus - Italy Matias - Chile Jacob - U.S.A The Free C.D. is in the post to you. ENJOY! 29-06-2009 |
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Anyone interested in booking a seat on the "Times Up" tourbus for the gig at "The Perfect 5th" in Taunton on July 18th.
Please mail: timesupband@ntlworld.com 27-06-2009 |
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