Mike & The Mechanics Announce Summer Dates In Europe And The UK

On June 26, Mike & The Mechanics play the O2 Academy in Newcastle, the first of 18 date in Europe and the UK over the course of the summer. For tickets and a look at the complete list of shows, please visit Solo.uk.com.

New Album from Tony Banks

On March 6, founding Genesis member Tony Banks' new classical album Six Pieces For Orchestra will be released on the Naxos label. This is Tony's second classical recording, following 2004's Seven: A Suite for Orchestra.

Tony says of the works: "The titles of the movements refer to the elements of a universal story: seductress, journey, hero, quest, decision and goal. I leave it to the listener to fill in the details, although really it is just music, a story without words."

Be sure to check Tony's soon-to-be-launched website for more details on the new record and where you'll be able to order it.

Mike Rutherford returns with brand new Mike + The Mechanics album, tour and website

The brand new album, The Road, by Mike + The Mechanics will be available in stores on Monday, April 11, 2011. Returning to the ethos that is Mike + The Mechanics, the album features one of the UK’s most successful R&B acts Andrew Raochford and Canadian born singer Tim Howar as vocalists. The debut single "Reach Out (Touch The Sun)" is available now. Taking new songs and classic Mike + The Mechanics tracks back to the live arena, the band will hit the road in the UK in May.

Click here to see the new website featuring footage of the new line up performing "Over My Shoulder" at the Royal Albert Hall.  Also features all the news on the upcoming album and tour.

The Genesis Suite by Tolga Kashif, In Stores Now

GENESIS BAND MEMBERS APPLAUD ALBUM’S SUCCESS

Composer, conductor, producer and entrepreneur Tolga Kashif is enjoying the success of his latest opus, The Genesis Suite, as it sits atop the official Classic FM chart at No. 4. The work received its live premiere at a star-studded evening at the Barbican on 11 October, with Tolga conducting the London Symphony Orchestra. You can read more about the project at The Classical Review, and order the CD from Amazon now.

Phil Collins, Going Back

Phil Collins latest album Going Back has been an inetrnational success, going number one in numerous countries.On this hit album, Phil faithfully recreates the soul gems that played such an influential role in his musical life. Following the success of the album, Phil is set to release a new concert DVD, Live at the Roseland Ballroom NYC. For more information on both releases, please visit PhilCollins.com.