Press > MICHAEL SADLER IS SIGNED TO PROGROCK RECORDS AND RELEASES THE ALBUM "CLEAR"

31 Jul 2011

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 19 July 2004 - Since 1978 Michael Sadler has fronted one of the most interesting and enduring bands in prog, namely Saga. As the "voice" of Saga, fans have long hungered for a solo album for Michael, and in 1998 he put out "Back Where You Belong" which was a very limited, online only release. Now in 2004 Michael has finished his latest album "Clear" which has him working with a variety of guests and tackles the keyboards alongside Thomas Schmitt-Zijnen. "Clear" is a combination of revamped material from "Back Where You Belong" and newer songs, and is a deeply personal work for Michael. There are songs here that will resonate with you in a very personal way, and there are songs you will want to sing along with. The music will appeal to fans of Saga, but without sounding like another Saga album. You also get a chance to hear Michael sing in ways you've haven't heard before, like quietly with a nylon Guitar, and with very interesting vocal arrangements and harmonies. This album has something for almost everyone, it has been a long time in the making and isn't something to be missed. "I am very proud of this project and thankful that it is now complete" says Michael Sadler. "It has been my privilege to have worked with such a wonderful team of talented artists and I hope you like it. Working with Shawn Gordon/Progrock Records appears to be the beginning of a beautiful friendship." "For me this was just an incredible experience to be part of. I've been a Saga fan since 1980, they were one of the two biggest musical influences for me and Michael was my main vocal inspiration in the way he used his voice as another instrument. Getting to know, and work with Michael is really a fan dream come true, and to top it off this CD is really excellent!" said Shawn Gordon, President for ProgRock Records. Jerry George, A&R director for the rapidly growing label said "On hearing that we would be working with Michael Sadler, I was thrilled. Being a die hard SAGA fan for the last 23 years will do that to you. We are so glad to have Michael aboard.". Clear is the ProgRock Records debut solo release from Michael Sadler and can be found at here. It is an absolute ?must have? for Saga fans, and something that almost anyone will enjoy. ?Clear? will be available for order and shipping August 16, 2004. In addition the Saga DVD ?The Official Bootleg? is also for sale at ProgRock Records from here. Michael Sadler Contact Information: Website : http://www.michaelsadler.com About ProgRock Records ProgRock Records is a division of WMD Holdings Group, Inc, (OTC: WMDH) the parent company of CAM Marketing Company, JingleGroup and i2 Recording. Collectively the divisions of WMD represent the fastest-growing marketing development, music production and distribution company in Southern California.. Visit www.wmdholdings.com for more information.