Dave Bainbridge’s 5th solo album “On the Edge (of what could be),” to be released on 30th June, is perhaps his most ambitious yet. Bringing together all the elements that have characterised his music since he co-founded the band Iona, “On the Edge” brings 83 minutes of new Atmospheric, Spiritual and powerful music to the listener that defies genre.
Exploring themes such as the thin veil between this earthly life and the heavenly, mysterious stories of ancient Celtic saints, the wonder and glory of the natural world, Dave cleverly interweaves these with present day concerns such as climate change and deep societal divisions. However instead of pointing fingers, “On the Edge” encapsulates a deep sense of the sacred and of hope. The hope of what could be in a world of turmoil and uncertainty. Possibly more now than at any point in history, the world needs the artistic community to bring us together and to show us, through great art, just how beautiful and precious this world is, and how much better the way of unity and of love and respect is.
With the combination of this cast of uniquely talented musicians and Dave’s trademark, soaring guitar lines, myriad acoustic textures, expressive keyboards and evocative compositions, here we have a glimpse of what could be, in a world that is truly on the edge.
Stream the official promo video via the YouTube player below:
“Amazing, amazing music Dave. So beautiful.” Mike Keneally (Frank Zappa, Devin Townsend, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, solo artist)
Tracklist:
CD1
01. For Evermore
02. On the Slopes of Sliabh Mis
03. Colour of Time
04. That they May be One
05. On the Edge (of What Could Be)
06. The Whispering of the Landscape
07. Hill of the Angels
CD2
01. Farther Up and Farther In
02. Reilig Òdhrain
03. Beyond the Plains of Earth and Time
04. Fall Away
05. When All will be Bright
Lineup:
Dave Bainbridge (Iona, Celestial Fire, Lifesigns) / Guitars, Other Stringed Instruments, Keyboards, Percussion and Backing Vocals
Featuring a stellar cast of musicians:
Simon Phillips (Jeff Beck, Gary Moore, Toto, The Who, Mike Oldfield) / Drums
Troy Donockley (Nightwish, Auri, Iona, Midge Ure, Maddy Prior) / High & Low Whistles, Uilleann Pipes
Iain Hornal (10CC/ELO) / Vocals
Jon Poole (Lifesigns, Cardiacs, The Wildhearts) / Bass
Randy McStine (Steve Wilson, Porcupine Tree) / Vocals, Guitars, Keyboards, Percussion
David Fitzgerald (Iona co-founder) / Tin Whistle, Flute, Saxophones
Frank van Essen (Iona, Martin Garrix) / Drums, Percussion, Violin, Viola
Rachel Walker (renowned singer of Scottish Gaelic Folk Music) / Vocals
Ebony Buckle (solo artist, Solstice) / Vocals
Nigel Cameron (Celtish) / Whistles
Sally Minnear (Lord of the Dance, Celestial Fire)/ Vocals
Nick Burns / Vocals
Jonas Pap / Cello
*Available as a double CD. Other formats coming soon.