Who is the lead singer of Acoustic Alchemy?
Who is the lead singer of Acoustic Alchemy?
Acoustic Alchemy is an English contemporary instrumental and smooth jazz band formed in England in the early 1980s (c. 1981), originally fronted by acoustic guitarists Nick Webb and Simon James.
Why did Acoustic Alchemy put on a webste?
So despite the virus and the closure of the venues all over the world we wanted to do something special for all those people who would have bought tickets, lined up outside the venue and come in to see the show and shared some good times with us, so we have put together a really special collection of live videos.
Who is the wife of Acoustic Alchemy?
Wife of Acoustic Alchemy founder Nick Webb and long time Publisher for the band, she has been a part of the band family since the very beginning. We can think of no more fitting a tribute to her than the beautiful piece that Nick wrote for her: Ballad for Kay. SO… THERE’S A NEW ALBUM? Yes! We know it’s been a while. WHAT TOOK YOU SO LONG?
Where was the last Acoustic Alchemy album recorded?
Positive Thinking (1998) was to be Acoustic Alchemy’s last album with original frontman Nick Webb. It was recorded over a week’s time in a Manor House near Bath, England, in Monkton Combe.
When did Acoustic Alchemy release their first album?
The debut album on the label, The Beautiful Game, (2000) was more experimental, borrowing from several genres of music. It featured the introduction of Anthony “Fred” White on keyboards. AArt (2001) was released a year later and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album.
When did Acoustic Alchemy move to GRP label?
Two more albums followed for MCA: Natural Elements (1988) and Blue Chip (1989). The title track from Natural Elements became the theme music for the BBC TV programme Gardeners’ World . Acoustic Alchemy were soon moved to jazz label GRP as MCA bought GRP in February 1990.
When did Simon James Webb start Acoustic Alchemy?
Webb uncovered fourteen early tracks from 1982 to 1987 featuring Simon James which were released on the compilation Early Alchemy (1992). The New Edge (1993) and Against the Grain (1994) followed. For their eighth album, Arcanum (1996), the band re-recorded some of its popular tracks.