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December 27, 2000 at 12:46:30

Progressive/metal rock artist Bob Catley, formerly of Hard Rain and Magnum, is working on his third solo album, titled 'Middle-earth'.

Catley, coming off a successful tour to promote his album Legends, has completed the vocals for the new album. Catley's music has been compared to Kansas', Journey's, Boston, Kiss, Thin Lizzy, and Van Halen (to name a few).

Songwriter Gary Hughes has been working with Catley on the new album, due to be released in March 2001. A European tour will follow in April and May.

Titles include:
The Wraith Of The Rings, (i) The Fields That I Recall, (ii) Emissary (iii), The Fields That I Recall (Reprise), City Walls, Against The Wind, (i) Where You Lead I'll Follow (ii), Stormcrow & Pilgrim (iii), Where You Lead I'll Follow (Reprise), Return Of The Mountain King, The End Of Summer (Galadriel's Theme), This Gallant Band Of Manic Strangers and The Fellowship.

Catley's "Legends" CD is available through many online retailers, including Amazon.Co.Uk. The Amazon.Com has five sample tracks visiors may hear. Catley's first solo album, "The Tower", may also be purchased through Amazon.Co.Uk.

Thanks to Eugenio for the tip.