"THESE ARE THE WORDS THAT ECHO THROUGH MY UNCONSCIOUS"
Ascension of The Watchers, the creative journey of Burton C. Bell (Fear Factory, G//Z/R) and John Bechdel (False Icons, Fear Factory, Killing Joke, Prong, Ministry, and Murder Inc.), is a vision born of life, love and spirituality. The intimate nature of Ascension of The Watchers is envisioned to draw the minds, hearts and aspirations of a people to a higher level of thinking and feeling by bringing them together in celebration and reflection in the beauty of life and spirituality, through these melodies and words.
In early 2002, Burton retreated to the quiet simplicity of rural Pennsylvania for seven months with his friend and musical confidant John Bechdel, to escape the onslaught of Los Angeles . A mentor in music, philosophy and demeanor, Bechdel unwittingly guided Burton along the path to this project.
After years of writing and recording, along with reflection on the very personal nature of this project, Ascension of The Watchers has truly began its journey in 2005 with the Limited Edition Vinyl and CD releases of "Iconoclast".
Recorded in the hauntingly beautiful seclusion of rural Pennsylvania at The Machine Shop, John's private studio; "Iconoclast" features five original recordings that showcase Burton's ethereal vocal and writing style through thought provoking lyrics and music with a melodic acoustical and synth blend, that shows Burton's constantly evolving musical growth.
"Iconoclast" is available along other items designed and created by AOTW exclusively through their own webstore at www.ascensionofthewatchers.com.
The next chapter has begun to unfold as Burton has signed with 13th Planet Records. New material is currently being conceptualized and recorded. Previously conceived songs are also being reworked into their final realizations. All is being conducted with a vision towards a February 2008 release date. Ascension of The Watchers continues to grow as Burton's spiritual and musical endeavor now and into the future.
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