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Contents Introduction [SHM-CD] 21st-century progressive music that updates the previous prog/musical palette, incorporating diverse and all-encompassing inspirations ranging from glittering electronics to post-rock and even the structure of human consciousness! An ambitious work in which Steven Wilson's imagination explodes, inspired by the "Overview Effect" experienced by astronauts when they look back at Earth from space. Produced in his home studio from December 2023 to June 2024, it creates a refined audio space in the spatial/atmos audio version. It is an unparalleled progressive sound work. Wilson's regular collaborators, Craig Blundell (drums), Adam Holzman (keyboards), and Randy McStein (guitar), participated in the recording. Andy Partridge of XTC contributed lyrics. Includes lyrics translation and liner notes. SHM-CD format. Wilson says the following about 'The Overview': "This is a 42-minute journey based on the 'overview effect,' which is said to occur when astronauts view Earth from space. As they gaze upon Earth, they experience a shift in perception, often feeling gratitude for its overwhelming beauty and a deep connection to others and the planet as a whole. However, not all experiences are positive. Some see Earth as it is, insignificant in the vastness of space, or perceive humanity as a troubled species. Reflecting this, this album presents images and stories that show both the good and bad aspects of life on Earth." [Artist Profile] Steven Wilson is one of the definitive composers in contemporary music. A six-time Grammy nominee and founding member of Porcupine Tree, Wilson's last three solo albums have all reached the top 5 in the UK. His latest work, 'The Harmony Codex,' has received the highest critical acclaim of his career, with some praising it as Wilson pulling off the rare trick of being able to do whatever he wants while still achieving commercial success. A pioneer of spatial sound, Wilson has recently remixed tracks for New Order, The Who, King Crimson, Suede, XTC, and Tears for Fears. His eighth solo album, "The Overview," is a 42-minute, two-track conceptual masterpiece in which Wilson invites listeners on a Kubrick-esque journey into the darkness of outer space, revealing that humanity is actually a tiny, insignificant existence reduced to the vast distances of space encompassing billions of years. Media reviews and more: Updating his previous prog/musical palette, this is 21st-century progressive music that incorporates diverse and all-encompassing inspirations ranging from glittering electronics to post-rock and the structure of human consciousness! An ambitious work in which Steven Wilson's imagination explodes, inspired by the "Overview Effect" experienced by astronauts when they look back at Earth from space. Produced in his home studio between December 2023 and June 2024, this work creates a refined audio space in its spatial/atmos audio version, resulting in a uniquely progressive soundscape. Wilson's regular collaborators, Craig Blundell (drums), Adam Holzman (keyboards), and Randy McStein (guitar), participated in the recording. Andy Partridge of XTC contributed lyrics. (C)RS
