Artist: Esquire Title Of Album: Esquire Year Of Release: 1987 Country: UK Label: Geffen Records GMS 24101 | REMD00117 Genre: Progressive Rock Quality: MP3 Bitrate: CBR 320 kbps Total Time: 48 min 59 sec Total Size: 110 Mb (+3%) | No Scans MySpace ProgArchives
Combining the emotional and powerful vocals of Nikki Squire, with the musical craftsmanship of Nigel McLaren, Charles Olins and an array of talented guest musicians, Esquire championed a unique and sophisticated sound. They effortlessly straddled traditional musical boundaries and essentially unleashed an innovative style of progressive rock that was both varied and accessible.
When John Kolodner from Geffen Records heard ‘Knock Twice For Heaven’ and ‘Special Greetings’ at London’s legendary Sarm West Studios he immediately signed the trio to his label. Over the next 9 months Esquire worked on the recording their debut album from studios in both London and Los Angeles. Upon its release the ‘Esquire’ album contained 10 original songs and a sound that fused the best of English progressive rock with a stripped down, emotionally resonant energy.
Tracklist:
01. To the Rescue (3:58) 02. Sunshine (3:34) 03. Knock Twice for Heaven (3:36) 04. Up Down Turnaround (5:26) 05. Blossomtime (6:43) 06. Hourglass (4:31) 07. Moving Together (3:25) 08. Silent Future (4:48) 09. Special Greetings (4:42) 10. What You've Been Saying (4:58) 11. Sunshine (Original Mix) (3:18)
Additional musicians: Chris Squire - backing vocals Alan White, Jamie Lane, Dinky - drums Pat Thrall, Steve Topping, Eddie Golga - guitar Carmen Squire - backing vocals
