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Supplier EU

The Orchard/SPV (Membran)

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Limited edition

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Extended format: No

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Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Signed copies: No

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Download code: No

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Bonus disc: No

Release date

2013-10-08

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Catalogue number

CLP928

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741157092813

1990-06-30

CLCD927

741157092721

Artist

William Shatner

Label EU

Cleopatra

Genre EU

Rock-Pop

Los Angeles-based independent record label founded in 1992 by entrepreneur and music fan, [a511570].
Brian acquired his love for the music business by becoming an active participant in the Los Angeles club scene through the 1980/90's. The label was officially launched with three releases, [a11286] (a space rock band from the SF bay area), followed by the release of [a233658]'s "On Parole". The third release, was actually a series of reissues by electronic pioneers [a4654].
They specialize in all genres, including A Capella, Acid, Adult, Aggro Rock, Ambient, Big Band, Blues, Breakbeat, Breaks, Chill, Drum & Bass, Electronica, Experimental, Gothic, Hardcore, Indie, Industrial, Krautrock, New Wave, Oi!, Punk, Reggae, Synthpop and Techno.

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Released by Cleopatra Records, Ponder The Mystery is an album by the legendary William Shatner. This captivating musical journey combines spoken word poetry with progressive rock and features collaborations with renowned musicians such as Steve Vai, Al Di Meola, and Rick Wakeman.

With a runtime of approximately 50 minutes, Ponder The Mystery takes listeners on a thought-provoking exploration of life's big questions. Shatner's distinctive voice brings depth and emotion to the poetic lyrics, while the intricate instrumentals provide a rich backdrop for his storytelling.

The album opens with the energetic track "Red Shift," setting the tone for the cosmic themes that permeate throughout. From there, each song delves into different aspects of existence, touching on topics like love ("Love Her"), spirituality ("So Am I"), and human connection ("Change").

One of the standout tracks is "Twilight," a hauntingly beautiful ballad featuring vocals from Edgar Winter. The song showcases Shatner's ability to convey deep emotions through his spoken word performance, while Winter's soulful singing adds an extra layer of intensity.

Ponder The Mystery also includes instrumental tracks that allow the musicians to shine. "Where It's Gone...I Don't Know" features a mesmerizing guitar solo by Steve Vai, while "Do You See?" showcases Al Di Meola's virtuosic guitar skills.

The album concludes with the epic title track "Ponder The Mystery," featuring guest appearances from Rick Wakeman on keyboards and Mick Jones on guitar. This grand finale ties together all the thematic elements explored throughout the album in a powerful and thought-provoking way.

Overall, Ponder The Mystery is a unique and captivating musical experience that combines William Shatner's iconic voice with innovative progressive rock compositions. Whether you're a fan of Shatner's work or simply enjoy thought-provoking music,

Ponder The Mystery

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