My Top Albums of 2009

2009 was a year full of anticipation. A prog favorite reformed, newcomers had follow ups to impressive debuts, workhorses continued their juggernauts, and classic acts came out of hiding. Not all of it was gold, but much of it was excellent. So here are my picks for the best of the year. 1. Magma: Ëmëhntëhtt-Ré […]

Lobster Newberg: Actress

    Colin Peterik – vocals, keys Phil Miller – guitars Corey Kamerman – bass guitar Jamie Dull – percussion With: Steve Eisen – flute, saxes;  Howard Levy – harmonica;  Mike Chicowitz – trumpet;  Dave Stahlberg – trombone;  Ed Breckenfield – additional percussion;  Klem Hayes – additional bass guitar;  Jeff Lantz – brass arrangement;  Scott […]

Lobster Newberg: Vernal Equinox

  Sean Briskey – guitar, backing vocals Victor Vieira-Branco – percussion Colin Peterik – vocals, organ, keys Will Gumbiner – bass guitar Lobster Newberg made their debut in 2007 with “Vernal Equinox.” I was working for Progressive Archives at the time, and was asked to evaluate the band for possible inclusion. Let me tell you, […]