> Great vocal from Rob (as usual) and some nice string
> parts, but no real spark from the song; very 'Bon Jovi
> bland'?
It's not even Bon Jovi bland, it's a generic kind of bland. And, this is supposed to be progressive rock? I know progressive rock, and this ain't it.
> I also can't understand that Rob is promoting himself/the
> shows as 'The Rock Tenor' and not 'Menrva Realm' (who
> appear to be just his backing band).
The wording on that page seems to suggest that 'The Rock Tenor' and 'Menrva Realm' (talk about a bad, unpronounceable name, will ya?) are two separate (but overlapping) things.
After browsing a bit through the site, I don't really know what to think of it. The sample set list looks like a bunch of cliches thrown together, the rider requires the venue to supply a drum kit, and there's an optional orchestra.
Also, I think it's strange that there is absolutely nothing to be found this Menrva Realm band on the internet, beyond some 'Rob is working with' references. You'd think that exposure is everything these days.
> TDE should/could be doing what TSO do
About a year ago in Budapest, I heard Rink say that was more or less the plan... and then nothing happened.
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