Formed in 2005, Tempest is the brainchild of Paul James (ex New Animals). Paul decided to approach musicians he admired to ask them to be part of his new band. Tempest was born and comprises "Rock God" Graham Oliver (founder member of legendary metal band Saxon), Mark DeVanche (FM), Simon Hodges (Huey Lewis) and Paul Oliver (dep Motorhead).Tempest's first album, Goodbye to Yesterday, was released on 7th November 2006 worldwide on iTunes, Sony Connect, Napster, etc. The album contains 12 original songs from the writing partnership of James/DeVanche, with two notable contributions from Graham Oliver!
Tempest are looking forward to getting out on the road in early 2008 and hope to see you at some gigs!
GOODBYE TO YESTERDAY - The debut album from Tempest. Only available on iTunes. A must have for all fans of classic rock, click on the "get it now" link below and give your ears a treat.
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ANNOUNCEMENT - RICK COOK JOINS TEMPEST
We are delighted to announce a line-up change to Tempest. Please welcome Mr Rick Cook on drums. Rick's played with the very best of the best including:The Animals, The Stiffs, Sugarfinger, Blondied, Ray Fenwick, Danny/Luke/Chris (Thunder), Rolf Harris, Adrian Smith/Dave Murray (Iron Maiden), Merv/Andy/Jem/Chris (FM), Bruce Dickinson, Doogie White, Scott Gorham(Thin Lizzy), Don Airey, Pat Cash, John McEnroe, Mike Starrs, Wurzel (motorhead),Travis Haddix, to name but a few. Rick has toured extensively in America, Japan, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Holland, Belgium, amongst others, and pretty much everywhere in the UK, to crowds of one to sixty five thousand, toilets to stadiums !!! Rick plays Ludwig Drums, Yamaha 9000 Drums, Roland V Drums, Paiste Cymbals and....... a buttkicker!!!
Check out this awesome album review that will be appearing in All Access Magazine shortly.
GOODBYE TO YESTERDAY: Tempest (Silverwood)
Tempest features five of Rock's true heroes, Paul James on vocals and guitar, Graham Oliver on guitar (founding member of legendary metal band Saxon), Mark DeVanche ..boards (FM), Simon Hodges on bass (Huey Lewis) and Paul Oliver on drums (Motorhead). A "Super-group" if you will. Sometimes super-groups result in something bland; a collection of musicians from other bands that get together to make something weaker than what their individual members can create. Thankfully, this rock and roll ensemble does not fail. The band's debut release, 'Goodbye To Yesterday' has the making of becoming a rock and roll classic. What they have produced is an interesting mixture of every rock genre. For those of you that like your rock served up with a dash of the blues you have, "Glistening Waters", featuring the soulful vocals of Paul James combined with Oliver's bluesy guitar work. For those who like to groove there is, "Burning Fields", which opens with Simon Hodges groove laden bass line before the band joins in to kick out the jams. Now for you AOR buffs there is, "Running Wild", that has the AOR flare to it that will get your blood flowing in no time flat and the titled track is another solid ball of rock that is guaranteed to satisfy.
Tempest is indescribably good and one does hope they will manage to produce some more material. This album is for everyone who grew up in the late 70's and early 80's who wants to relive the good old' days. I'm sure it will bring back some great memories for anyone growing up during that time. I know it did for me. Tempest really put it together here and fans of good rock and roll music will truly enjoy this. Amazing job guys, Cheers! - The Atomic Chaser
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